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17 May 2018, 02:41 AM | #1 |
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How to fix a chip in a Rolex case? Laser welding?
The previous owner of my Sub dropped the watch and chipped off a small >1mm of stainless steel. Does anyone know where I can go in the Bay Area to get the watch laser welded?
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17 May 2018, 02:45 AM | #2 |
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just leave it as is.... the value decreased the moment it dropped...fixing it doesn't increase the value.
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17 May 2018, 02:47 AM | #3 |
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https://www.instagram.com/losangeleswatchworks
Not in the Bay area but I don’t think anyone will disagree with the fact that they do solid work. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
17 May 2018, 04:32 AM | #4 |
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Sadden to hear this, It may be worth posting a photo so them in the know can better assess the damage, from what I've learnt laser welding is possibly the road to be taking, all the best "H"
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17 May 2018, 05:54 AM | #5 |
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Here's a photo
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Not a big deal to fix, I would have done. LAWW I find it hypocritically hilarious how the forum brags about scratches, dings, dents, etc, but will quickly advise one to pass on the same when buying.
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17 May 2018, 06:09 AM | #8 |
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It’s just Flesh wound.... not that bad at all.
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17 May 2018, 11:10 AM | #9 |
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If it matters to you get it fixed; LA Watch Works or ABC Watchwerks can make that disappear!
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17 May 2018, 11:13 AM | #10 |
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Not so bad, just means you don't need to worry as much about marking it up when you wear it and can fully enjoy as is.
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17 May 2018, 11:21 AM | #12 |
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ouch. i would be looking at getting it fixed as well. good luck OP, post pics once the work is done if you opt that way!
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17 May 2018, 12:30 PM | #13 |
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Leave as is
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17 May 2018, 01:25 PM | #14 |
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Fix it. It bothers you.
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17 May 2018, 01:32 PM | #15 |
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Very simple and inexpensive repair. I'd have it repaired.
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17 May 2018, 03:22 PM | #16 |
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Anyone know the approximate cost to laser weld and fix something like that?
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17 May 2018, 04:34 PM | #17 |
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It's not expensive if you get it done during a service but it'll be much more if you take it in just for that job. I'd wait until it's in for service and stripped down anyway.
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17 May 2018, 05:18 PM | #18 |
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Oh hell, as others have advised: just leave it as is. The dent is on the crown side which is a drag but since it's on the 'skin side' is it even visible?
If it bothers you, by all means get it fixed. However laser welding is expensive so proceed with caution. Hope everything works out. Keep us posted. Best, Mark Sent from my SGH-I547C using Tapatalk |
17 May 2018, 07:55 PM | #19 |
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Not a chip, it’s a dent. Easily repaired and can be made invisible. I’d wait until service and have RSC do it.
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18 May 2018, 04:28 AM | #20 |
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I had a ding bout same size just above the gas escape valve on my Deepsea mk1 . It was sent for service to Rolex UK and ding was gone when they sent it back. No extra cost just standard service £580.
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18 May 2018, 06:00 AM | #21 |
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Wait until the watch is serviced by rolex they will then remove the dent as part of the service
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18 May 2018, 06:23 AM | #22 |
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How true. Oh, you say that you chipped your $10,000 Rolex.....don't get it fixed, it adds character!
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7 June 2018, 07:58 AM | #23 |
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Thanks for the suggestion. I'm looking to fix it because I plan on selling the watch. After having the watch for a few months, I decided to buy a 116610 with a date instead. :)
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7 June 2018, 08:07 AM | #24 |
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A relative of mine TORE the clasp on a vintage GMT after it caught on something during a fall. Laser welding is amazing.
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8 June 2018, 01:50 AM | #26 |
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8 June 2018, 02:07 AM | #27 |
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It's really not that bad
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8 June 2018, 05:07 AM | #28 |
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To answer your question. Yes, only laser welding or a serious amount of damaging polishing will smooth it out. My two cents: save your money and enjoy it. I would never notice that on another’s watch.
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8 June 2018, 05:38 AM | #29 |
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Oh, that's easy to fix. Just slap some Bondo on it, let it dry overnight, sand it down, and shoot it with a couple of coats of Krylon.
Alternatively, you could leave it as-is and pocket the discount you got for buying a watch with a ding in the case. That's what I would do, I think |
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