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adb255 · 14 May 2010, 12:26 AM

I just purchased my first Rolex (albeit used). It's a Men's Rolex Datejust Watch 16203. So far it's been great. I would like to get it appraised, and have an extra link added to it. However, it has an aftermarket diamond bezel, so I don't believe I can take it a Rolex Service Center (I live in New York, so there is one a few blocks away). Is that correct?

Assuming, I can't take it directly to Rolex, can anyone else recommend a jeweler in New York City that will add a link and appraise it? Thank you so much for your help.

Brenngun · 14 May 2010, 09:01 AM

I'm not from NY so can't help you with identifying a jeweller but you should be able to buy the link and install it yourself. It's not hard. You should also be able to get an appraisal from any reputable jeweller. You are correct about Rolex not touching any watch that has been modified. Good Luck.

mrwatchmaker · 14 May 2010, 09:22 AM

Any Auth. Dealer would most likely be willing to order the link for you, it's no skin off their nose if you have an aftermarket bezel and $$$ in their pocket getting you the link. They would probably even put it in for you.

fredandginger · 14 May 2010, 12:32 PM

What does "aftermarket" mean?

Speed · 14 May 2010, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by fredandginger

What does "aftermarket" mean?

Non-genuine Rolex parts / mods.

multimedia · 14 May 2010, 01:08 PM

Check with Wempe on 5th Ave (55th).
They are usually very friendly and helpful.

Good luck.

Cheers,
Joe

uracowman · 14 May 2010, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adb255

I just purchased my first Rolex (albeit used). It's a Men's Rolex Datejust Watch 16203. So far it's been great. I would like to get it appraised, and have an extra link added to it. However, it has an aftermarket diamond bezel, so I don't believe I can take it a Rolex Service Center (I live in New York, so there is one a few blocks away). Is that correct?

Assuming, I can't take it directly to Rolex, can anyone else recommend a jeweler in New York City that will add a link and appraise it? Thank you so much for your help.

You didn't happen to buy this from ebay or one of those online shops who add those aftermarket diamond dials to old rolexes did you?

14 May 2010, 12:26 AM	#1
adb255 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 1	Just Bought My First Rolex and Need a Recommendation I just purchased my first Rolex (albeit used). It's a Men's Rolex Datejust Watch 16203. So far it's been great. I would like to get it appraised, and have an extra link added to it. However, it has an aftermarket diamond bezel, so I don't believe I can take it a Rolex Service Center (I live in New York, so there is one a few blocks away). Is that correct? Assuming, I can't take it directly to Rolex, can anyone else recommend a jeweler in New York City that will add a link and appraise it? Thank you so much for your help.

14 May 2010, 09:22 AM	#3
mrwatchmaker "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Bill Location: Howard,Ohio Watch: Omega Manual Wind Posts: 11	getting link Any Auth. Dealer would most likely be willing to order the link for you, it's no skin off their nose if you have an aftermarket bezel and $$$ in their pocket getting you the link. They would probably even put it in for you.

14 May 2010, 01:08 PM	#6
multimedia "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Joe Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,835	Check with Wempe on 5th Ave (55th). They are usually very friendly and helpful. Good luck. Cheers, Joe __________________ "Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works." - S.J.

14 May 2010, 09:01 AM	#2
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,858	I'm not from NY so can't help you with identifying a jeweller but you should be able to buy the link and install it yourself. It's not hard. You should also be able to get an appraisal from any reputable jeweller. You are correct about Rolex not touching any watch that has been modified. Good Luck.

14 May 2010, 12:32 PM	#4
fredandginger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: New York City Posts: 2	What does "aftermarket" mean?

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