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Old 30 March 2016, 07:09 PM   #1
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Finally back from service at the Rolex Service Center in Tokyo

On this fine Spring day, I took off from work and went to the RSC in Tokyo to pick up my 116528, which had been there since 4 March. It's nice to have it home again.

BTW, I asked whether I would be allowed to switch the dial/hands on my new Explorer to the new "Basel 2016 dial" later this year. They didn't say no. They just said they don't have any information on the new watches yet.







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Old 30 March 2016, 07:11 PM   #2
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Pretty much speechless but the expression says it all....



WOW!
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Old 5 April 2016, 08:51 PM   #3
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Pretty much speechless but the expression says it all....



WOW!
My favourite Daytona combo, one day it will be mine I hope...... even when I saw the title knowing you have this watch I was hoping it would be it and look awesome.
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:13 PM   #4
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Looks great Otto! I love that dial!
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:20 PM   #5
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Nice one Otto looks like new again!
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:24 PM   #6
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Nice one Otto looks like new again!
Thanks. I really love this watch. Having had a Day Date in one form or another for a very long time, I'm finding I prefer this watch to the Day Dates. I guess I'm just a Daytona guy through and through.
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:25 PM   #7
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Otto was it in there for an issue or a scheduled service or?

It sure does look like new!
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:28 PM   #8
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Otto was it in there for an issue or a scheduled service or?

It sure does look like new!
No issue. It's an F series from around 2006 and it had never been serviced. I decided I had pressed my luck long enough.
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:26 PM   #9
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That's an interesting Rolex Service Pouch, I haven't seen that style before. It looks like it would not retain the watch as well as the press-stud closure service pouches...has Rolex cheaped out on us?
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:30 PM   #10
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That's an interesting Rolex Service Pouch, I haven't seen that style before. It looks like it would not retain the watch as well as the press-stud closure service pouches...has Rolex cheaped out on us?
Was thinking the same thing - shouldn't a pouch for a $25k+ watch be a bit more secure ?
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Old 30 March 2016, 07:46 PM   #11
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That's an interesting Rolex Service Pouch, I haven't seen that style before. It looks like it would not retain the watch as well as the press-stud closure service pouches...has Rolex cheaped out on us?
Steve, RSC Tokyo has been using these pouches for many years. With the clasp closed, the watch sits tight on an insert and the pouch sleeve is tucked in. I have several of these from over the years. I use them for moving around with my watches and have never had a problem. I find it an easy way to carry a watch in my front pocket when traveling.



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Old 30 March 2016, 08:07 PM   #12
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That looks amazing, must be a great feeling to wear it again
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Old 30 March 2016, 08:52 PM   #13
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Looks fantastic! Daytona suits you. :)
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Old 30 March 2016, 08:56 PM   #14
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Looking great Otto! I too like the travel pouches that RSC Tokyo is using!
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Old 30 March 2016, 09:19 PM   #15
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Hi,

Congratulations ! There's nothing quite like getting a gold Rolex back from service looking brand new again.
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Old 30 March 2016, 09:24 PM   #16
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Looking good!

That dial is sweet.

Interesting response on your Explorer question too.
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Old 30 March 2016, 11:56 PM   #17
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Stunning Otto!
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Old 31 March 2016, 12:15 AM   #18
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Wow! Looks Stunning! They did an amazing job.
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Old 31 March 2016, 12:19 AM   #19
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As so many shared, stunning watch. It truly pops!
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Old 31 March 2016, 02:17 AM   #20
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Old 31 March 2016, 03:09 AM   #21
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Old 31 March 2016, 03:00 AM   #22
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Lovely watch Otto
Also had my 116509 serviced in Rolex london
It was running fast and needed a polish
I'm very pleased
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Old 31 March 2016, 01:58 PM   #23
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Lovely watch Otto
Also had my 116509 serviced in Rolex london
It was running fast and needed a polish
I'm very pleased
Nice watch!
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Old 5 April 2016, 04:14 PM   #24
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nice watch mine says hi
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Old 31 March 2016, 03:38 AM   #25
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Old 31 March 2016, 05:27 AM   #26
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Look brand new!

Did you weight it before and after the service? haha :p
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Old 31 March 2016, 05:29 AM   #27
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That's a quick turnaround. Glad it worked out, it looks great


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Old 31 March 2016, 05:30 AM   #28
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Old 31 March 2016, 05:36 AM   #29
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Very nice dial!!
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Old 31 March 2016, 08:20 AM   #30
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Looking good as new! Enjoy!
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