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3 November 2008, 06:51 AM
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1962 vintage just back from servicing
I just got my vintage Oysterdate Precision back from servicing by Rolex UK.
It was bought in 1962, and had never been serviced before(!) Rolex hung on to it for about 3 months! They did a really great job on it - polishing the case, and it looks like they gave me a new seconds hand, crown and caseback. The crystal, dial and other hands are all still original. Here's a shot of it - I really like the creamy white dial, and the simple design. 
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3 November 2008, 06:53 AM
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Beautiful
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3 November 2008, 06:56 AM
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That's a real beauty............
Welcome to TRF...... 
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3 November 2008, 06:56 AM
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Very nice. I bet your are glad to have your baby back!
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3 November 2008, 06:59 AM
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Hi - thanks for the welcome everyone!
I sure am glad to have it back.. I'm wearing it right now, and I can't stop looking at it! |
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3 November 2008, 07:01 AM
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I said it many times before.....Vintage is awesome!!!!
I wish that Rolex would forget supersizing and re introduce updated vintage models with cool hands and dials!
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3 November 2008, 07:06 AM
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Amazing example!
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3 November 2008, 07:14 AM
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It's a great watch and in extra fine condition.
I'd really love to see it on a fine 'tan' brown alligator strap.
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3 November 2008, 07:16 AM
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I have a similar Precision. Circa 1962-1964
I have a similar Precision. Circa 1962-1964
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3 November 2008, 07:29 AM
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Wear it well for many years!
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3 November 2008, 07:38 AM
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What colour was the original second hand?
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3 November 2008, 07:39 AM
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Wow. A magnificent piece.
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3 November 2008, 07:45 AM
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The original second hand was black. The new one looks like a very dark blue.
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3 November 2008, 07:47 AM
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What a great example you have there, mine is from 1956
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3 November 2008, 07:49 AM
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Wow such elegant watches
Welcome to TRF ccto
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3 November 2008, 07:49 AM
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That's a great looking vintage watch.
I am surprised that Rolex was prepared to service your watch given it is 45 y.o. but that is heartening. Here's to the next 45 years.
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3 November 2008, 07:49 AM
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3 November 2008, 08:02 AM
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Beautiful.
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3 November 2008, 08:04 AM
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3 November 2008, 08:07 AM
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Beautiful. Love the leather strap. Looks like Rolex did a great job - but 3 months !! Still, the wait looks worth it.
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3 November 2008, 08:10 AM
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Fantastic looking watch. And kudos to Rolex for servicing. I've heard complaints that they won't service some vintage pieces.
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3 November 2008, 08:32 AM
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By the way, your 1956 piece is absolutely gorgeous!
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3 November 2008, 08:39 AM
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yeah, the wait would've killed me, but what a wonderful timepiece. congratulations!
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3 November 2008, 08:41 AM
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wow! what a beauty!
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3 November 2008, 08:42 AM
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While they were assessing it initially to give me an estimate for the service, they told me that sometimes vintage pieces were sent to some other specialists to be worked on. Luckily this time they felt comfortable they could do it in-house. One thing they did mention was that due to the age of the watch, they couldn't give me an international guarantee on the service work, as not all countries might have the parts for such an old watch - the guarantee I got is only good for the UK. |
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3 November 2008, 09:35 AM
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Beautyfull watch!
The more Rolex shows us new models the more I like vintages. 
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3 November 2008, 09:43 AM
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Congrats on a beautiful watch. That is something to cherish!
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3 November 2008, 09:43 AM
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Lovely watch. How about another to add to the picture collection?
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3 November 2008, 09:44 AM
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LOOKS OUTSTANDING
ENJOY
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3 November 2008, 09:46 AM
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