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Rdagostin · 7 April 2016, 08:59 PM

Hi,

I would like to get my watch serviced but am unsure of the specifics. For example, do I bring it in to a certified dealer to have it serviced? Do they usually service it on sight or send it out? I would like a basic service of the internals, but nothing else. I don't want it polished or the dial or hands replaced or bezel. How much does this usually cost? Thanks

japenney · 7 April 2016, 09:13 PM

Contact your closest RSC and they will send you a package with instructions. Or, take your watch to a Rolex authorized dealer and have them handle it for you. I would go with the former.

A authorized dealer can do it if they have a Rolex cert. Watch maker on staff. Cost depends on the model and what parts need replacing. 750$ is a good ballpark.

brandrea · 7 April 2016, 09:15 PM

You could take it to your local AD or send it off to RSC.
A basic service will cost you in the range of $650 but that entirely depends on what needs to be done.

Is it keeping good time?

How old is the watch?

Rdagostin · 7 April 2016, 10:47 PM

It's from 1970. It doesn't run. I think it's the mainspring since it doesn't wind. Has anyone had experience with the watch buyers group in California for servicing?

JP Chestnut · 7 April 2016, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Rdagostin

It's from 1970. It doesn't run. I think it's the mainspring since it doesn't wind. Has anyone had experience with the watch buyers group in California for servicing?

Use abc if you're in SoCal, or the Rolex affiliate in SF if you're in NorCal. I've had good work done by both.

jbenjamin1 · 7 April 2016, 11:19 PM

Its almost 50 years old. Bring it to RSC IMO. Just be clear you want only want movement service.

joli160 · 7 April 2016, 11:19 PM

For an older reference don't use an RSC or AD but go to an independent watchmaker. Some really good ones around on TRF. Just use the search function.
They have more respect for originality, official RSC will make your watch factory new, but with a bit of bad luck change the dial and hands as well.
That's the last thing you want on a classic

JP Chestnut · 7 April 2016, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jbenjamin1

Its almost 50 years old. Bring it to RSC IMO. Just be clear you want only want movement service.

That exactly when you don't want an RSC touching it. They are a production line, you need a craftsman (person).

Wllnv19 · 7 April 2016, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Rdagostin

It's from 1970. It doesn't run. I think it's the mainspring since it doesn't wind. Has anyone had experience with the watch buyers group in California for servicing?

Contact ABCwatchwerks in California..they do great work

Rdagostin · 8 April 2016, 12:18 AM

I'm on the east coast. Any recommendations in the area?

mucrewbtp · 8 April 2016, 12:27 AM

Norm Basch at Basch's in North Olmsted Ohio does a great job and will abide by your request. He has serviced a 1680 Sub of mine twice, once when I bought it and again right before I sold it. Both times I had him do no case refinishing and requested no change of hands. The watch came back looking exactly as it did when I dropped it off except it was running spot on and had a two year warranty!

JP Chestnut · 8 April 2016, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Rdagostin

I'm on the east coast. Any recommendations in the area?

Not exactly a 10 minute walk, but MI is closer than CA:
http://www.dominiquewieland.com/

I've used Dom many times, as have many people I know. He does great vintage work and his prices are less than you would expect. Contact him and ask for his work experience - you will be blown away.

brace786 · 8 April 2016, 02:37 AM

reach out to the nearest RSC to you and have it serviced real good

Sublover2166 · 8 April 2016, 03:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Rdagostin

I'm on the east coast. Any recommendations in the area?

Send it to Rik Dietel in Florida. Time Care Inc. He has a Rolex parts account and works on older pieces as well as newer. RSC is a bad choice for such an old watch, don't do it.

Chaching · 8 April 2016, 03:58 AM

RSC only. Just me and my opinion only.

powerfunk · 8 April 2016, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Rdagostin

I'm on the east coast. Any recommendations in the area?

If you're in Connecticut, consider dropping it by the RSC NY yourself. It's on 5th Ave. Request a movement-only service with no polish and you'll be good to go. What's the watch in question?

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yjfang · 8 April 2016, 05:24 AM

I highly recommend going with ABC Watchwerks in Los Angeles. Just got my dad's watch back from a full restoration and they did a superb job.

Lordofrolex · 8 April 2016, 05:27 AM

ABC watchwerks in Los Angeles does a whole servicing for $495. Thats were i take all my out of warranty rolexes.

Rdagostin · 8 April 2016, 09:14 AM

Interesting. Some people say RSC and some say don't do it. What should I expect to pay for a movement only service ~ 500? One place offered a service for about 125 which I was pretty surprised at. Didn't think that was on the up and up

JP Chestnut · 8 April 2016, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rdagostin

Interesting. Some people say RSC and some say don't do it. What should I expect to pay for a movement only service ~ 500? One place offered a service for about 125 which I was pretty surprised at. Didn't think that was on the up and up

The RSC will be more than $500, way more if your watch is over 30 years old.

Wllnv19 · 8 April 2016, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rdagostin

Interesting. Some people say RSC and some say don't do it. What should I expect to pay for a movement only service ~ 500? One place offered a service for about 125 which I was pretty surprised at. Didn't think that was on the up and up

ABCwatchwerks is 495 plus warranty...you can call them up and they will tell you how you can ship it there...turn around time is about 6 weeks...

powerfunk · 8 April 2016, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

The RSC will be more than $500, way more if your watch is over 30 years old.

Ah good point, if it's over 30 years old the movement-only service starts at $900 now (got a quote from NY last year on a '66 5700 they'd previously serviced for $600). Not the most cost-effective option, but they're far more conscious of vintage value than in days past.

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JP Chestnut · 8 April 2016, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Wllnv19

ABCwatchwerks is 495 plus warranty...you can call them up and they will tell you how you can ship it there...turn around time is about 6 weeks...

Not accepting work, for at least the next two months - too much backlog. I just called today.

HobokenRolex · 8 April 2016, 11:55 AM

Vanessa at Jewelers on Time in Newport Beach is another great option.

7 April 2016, 08:59 PM	#1
Rdagostin "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Ct Posts: 12	Servicing a rolex Hi, I would like to get my watch serviced but am unsure of the specifics. For example, do I bring it in to a certified dealer to have it serviced? Do they usually service it on sight or send it out? I would like a basic service of the internals, but nothing else. I don't want it polished or the dial or hands replaced or bezel. How much does this usually cost? Thanks

7 April 2016, 11:19 PM	#7
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,741	For an older reference don't use an RSC or AD but go to an independent watchmaker. Some really good ones around on TRF. Just use the search function. They have more respect for originality, official RSC will make your watch factory new, but with a bit of bad luck change the dial and hands as well. That's the last thing you want on a classic __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

8 April 2016, 05:27 AM	#18
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	ABC watchwerks in Los Angeles does a whole servicing for $495. Thats were i take all my out of warranty rolexes. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

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7 April 2016, 09:13 PM	#2
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Contact your closest RSC and they will send you a package with instructions. Or, take your watch to a Rolex authorized dealer and have them handle it for you. I would go with the former. A authorized dealer can do it if they have a Rolex cert. Watch maker on staff. Cost depends on the model and what parts need replacing. 750$ is a good ballpark.

7 April 2016, 09:15 PM	#3
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,861	You could take it to your local AD or send it off to RSC. A basic service will cost you in the range of $650 but that entirely depends on what needs to be done. Is it keeping good time? How old is the watch?

7 April 2016, 10:47 PM	#4
Rdagostin "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Ct Posts: 12	It's from 1970. It doesn't run. I think it's the mainspring since it doesn't wind. Has anyone had experience with the watch buyers group in California for servicing?

7 April 2016, 11:19 PM	#6
jbenjamin1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Jay Location: NY Metropolitan Watch: Many Posts: 741	Its almost 50 years old. Bring it to RSC IMO. Just be clear you want only want movement service.

8 April 2016, 12:18 AM	#10
Rdagostin "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Ct Posts: 12	I'm on the east coast. Any recommendations in the area?

8 April 2016, 12:27 AM	#11
mucrewbtp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Cleveland Posts: 18	Norm Basch at Basch's in North Olmsted Ohio does a great job and will abide by your request. He has serviced a 1680 Sub of mine twice, once when I bought it and again right before I sold it. Both times I had him do no case refinishing and requested no change of hands. The watch came back looking exactly as it did when I dropped it off except it was running spot on and had a two year warranty!

8 April 2016, 02:37 AM	#13
brace786 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: US Posts: 71	reach out to the nearest RSC to you and have it serviced real good

8 April 2016, 03:58 AM	#15
Chaching "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: None of ya #@! Location: Somewhere Watch: Many! 116718 GOLD Posts: 2,137	RSC only. Just me and my opinion only.

8 April 2016, 05:24 AM	#17
yjfang "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: JF Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 Posts: 1,426	I highly recommend going with ABC Watchwerks in Los Angeles. Just got my dad's watch back from a full restoration and they did a superb job.

8 April 2016, 09:14 AM	#19
Rdagostin "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Ct Posts: 12	Interesting. Some people say RSC and some say don't do it. What should I expect to pay for a movement only service ~ 500? One place offered a service for about 125 which I was pretty surprised at. Didn't think that was on the up and up

8 April 2016, 11:55 AM	#24
HobokenRolex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,066	Vanessa at Jewelers on Time in Newport Beach is another great option.

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