Submariner LV service, change bezel polish?

[Tomek-]

I wouldn't polish it.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Tomek-

I wouldn't polish it.

Again?

[Wahlberg]

I wouldn't call this watch to be in a poor condition or trashed.

The only thing that looks a bit off/weird is the grain on the bracelet/case. I would get that fixed + movement service and done.

[koronet-kid]

Originally Posted by Devildog

Simple - if you want to send it to RSC, take the bezel off, pop the insert out, and send it in without the insert (just say you lost it) You'll get a new insert and get to keep the old one.

Your alternative is to send it to an independent for service.

This

[rolexpure]

There is nice patina and then there is poor condition.

This falls into the poor condition after many years of enjoyment.

Get it refreshed and enjoy it again with a new fresh life.

[saintseiya]

yeah I agree with slight dents and a scratches. but then maybe this tells the story of the watch you know and youth years.
Every time I walk into a Rolex dealer they are amazed at the color of the bezel.
will take it to a dealer or repair expert and see if the polishing needs to remove substantial steel or not.
thanks again to all. Will post the end results
note that I hate the old bracelet compared to the new ones.

[stevestil]

this would bother me personally but I am not part of the "the more beat up the watch looks the more character it has"

the "tool watch" days for Rolex are long gone and I have other watches that I wear every day (BB58, Omega AT41)...I try to take care of my watches as best as I can and clean them regularly at home. that's me, though.