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9 September 2011, 08:22 AM
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Rolex 6542 - Thoughts please
I am considering this 6542 and would appreciate the thoughts of the experts out there.
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9 September 2011, 10:53 AM
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original bezel
Wow! Look at that Bakelite bezel! Awesome. I would be terrified to touch OR turn it!
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9 September 2011, 11:01 AM
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aka the "Pussy Galore!"
Nice looking watch, for comparison shots go here http://doubleredseadweller.com/gmt.htm |
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9 September 2011, 11:07 AM
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my opinion.
That is a newer matte dial possible service replacement and then altered to make it look aged. 2) that bezel in that condition for its age is in my opinion unheard of. that one looks brand new so i would be put off. thats just my opinion so happy to be corrected on this 
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9 September 2011, 11:27 AM
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That is gorgeous!! It looks like it should be in a museum!
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11 September 2011, 12:48 AM
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The bezel is a replacement aftermarket Bakelite, & the dial is a early RSC replacement.
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11 September 2011, 01:39 AM
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Wouldn't touch this with a 100 foot pole. It belongs in a museum alright but not one for pristine vintage Rolex! Look at the lume as well on the service replacement dial that sits under the after market fake bezel housed in the polished down soft rounded case.
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11 September 2011, 01:41 AM
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I don't know much about vintage Rolex, but I know that bezel is not real.
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13 September 2011, 08:51 AM
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The bezel is an aftermarket Bakelite. The dial is a service dial. Rolex would often replace inferior or worn components when servicing. It is still a good looking watch!
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