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Danand · 27 March 2011, 10:30 AM

I'm afraid there was no real sentimental date. I decided I didn't want to wait three more years untill I turn 50(my wife thought that would be a good time to get it). My feeling was why wait-I can get a few extra years of enjoyment out of it).

cedargrove · 27 March 2011, 12:46 PM

It's a great idea. I think I'll have my Milgauss done.

St Thomas 16610 · 27 March 2011, 01:08 PM

Here is my Sub 16610 that was the 1st place trophy for the International Rolex Regatta. The watch was engraved by AH Riise in St Thomas. Its not as ornate as the engravers link...they are incredible...but its very cool and adds to the sentiment of the watch for sure. I love this watch and everytime i look at it not only do i enjoy the fact that its a Rolex but also a great reminder of our win and awesome week racing in the Caribbean! The presentation box is pretty cool also.

Danand · 27 March 2011, 01:11 PM

That is very special. Doesn't matter if it isn't ornate- it is a one of a kind piece with a special meaning to you for your accomplishment. Congrats!

MortgageGuy · 27 March 2011, 01:35 PM

If its a keeper and your going to be passing it down to your son I think this is an awesome idea... They did an awesome job too, congrats

Subfiend · 27 March 2011, 01:58 PM

Here are my two limited edition Rolex watches engraved with The Explorers Club Centennial Logo.

Danand · 27 March 2011, 08:32 PM

Very nice!

Danand · 28 March 2011, 02:48 AM

There must be more out there? Let see 'em!

Dr.Brian · 28 March 2011, 03:11 AM

This is a nice one as well.

Grumpy Badger · 28 March 2011, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

This is a nice one as well.

Mil-sub? Not the standard MoD Broad Arrow mark?

Danand · 28 March 2011, 03:16 AM

Is that a phone number and birthdate?
Almost looks more like a stamping than an engraving. Certainly makes it easy to ID

Dr.Brian · 28 March 2011, 03:21 AM

Mil sub.

Danand · 28 March 2011, 03:23 AM

Very cool watch and looks great with the green strap.

Jan Davis · 28 March 2011, 03:56 AM

8-)

Danand · 28 March 2011, 08:46 AM

Funny how those two are for 13 and 17 years. Must have been retirement or something ( lucky ducks- most people on retirement don't get a rolex these days.

bewithabob · 28 March 2011, 08:56 AM

These engravings are a real treat...making each one uniquely personal... and that engraving site is truly incredible....thanks for sharing

davida · 28 March 2011, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

I bought my Sea Dweller to commemorate my time in the US Navy. I was thinking of using the crest below, the officer's crest, and some combination of my initials, rank, and years of service. I guess I could just let the artist develop a plan for my engraving and see what he thinks would work. There's less space back there than you think.

When I get around to it, I'll definitely post a photo. Most don't seem to have much interest in personalization, but I'll never sell the SD, so why not! And, I agree that the personalization makes it extra special when it is time to pass it on.
Your case back came out great.

As a lover and wearer of tattoos, I would suggest that you have this done on your skin. As much space as you like and if you find the right artist, a masterpiece to boot. A great design that has meaning to YOU. Would look great.

Just a thought lol Tell me to piss off and mind my own business if you want

Grumpy Badger · 28 March 2011, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by davida

As a lover and wearer of tattoos, I would suggest that you have this done on your skin. As much space as you like and if you find the right artist, a masterpiece to boot. A great design that has meaning to YOU. Would look great.

Just a thought lol Tell me to piss off and mind my own business if you want

I'd have thought, if he'd wanted to get inked, THE NAVY would have been the time and place to do it!

Or were you in when officers still couldn't have tattoos Dr. Brian?

Dr.Brian · 28 March 2011, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy Badger

I'd have thought, if he'd wanted to get inked, THE NAVY would have been the time and place to do it!

Or were you in when officers still couldn't have tattoos Dr. Brian?

I like my skin the way it is, definitely not an ink kind of guy. Though, I would have gotten a trident, if I had gone that route.

I'm happy to have someone deface my Rolex though.

davida · 28 March 2011, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

I bought my Sea Dweller to commemorate my time in the US Navy. I was thinking of using the crest below, the officer's crest, and some combination of my initials, rank, and years of service. I guess I could just let the artist develop a plan for my engraving and see what he thinks would work. There's less space back there than you think.

When I get around to it, I'll definitely post a photo. Most don't seem to have much interest in personalization, but I'll never sell the SD, so why not! And, I agree that the personalization makes it extra special when it is time to pass it on.
Your case back came out great.

No room on a watch case back. As lover and wearer of tatoos, this needs to be on your skin my friend. Wear with pride as you have earnt it

Danand · 28 March 2011, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by davida

No room on a watch case back. As lover and wearer of tatoos, this needs to be on your skin my friend. Wear with pride as you have earnt it

I'd have to say that a Rolex ages better than skin, so a fifty year old engraving likely looks better than a tattoo fifty years later! (a watch case doesn't sag, stretch, or get hairy!)

Dr.Brian · 28 March 2011, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by davida

No room on a watch case back. As lover and wearer of tatoos, this needs to be on your skin my friend. Wear with pride as you have earnt it

If he can put this in the space of a quarter:

He can put my little crest in the space of a nickel.

The level of detail is truly amazing.

He'll have to scale it down a bit though.

Jolu · 22 November 2011, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

This guy has serious skills. When I decide what I want, I'll be calling him.

I decided what I wanted, and contacted him.

Took a while, especially since a Rolex part had to cross a couple of borders, but it was worth it.
Randell was a pleasure to deal with and a professional in every aspect of the word.

The choice of engraving may not seem very personal, but it is to me. And suits the ExplorerII quite well, I think.

Alcan · 22 November 2011, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Jolu

The choice of engraving may not seem very personal, but it is to me. And suits the ExplorerII quite well, I think.

Superb work, Jo!

Danand · 22 November 2011, 03:09 AM

That is really beautiful. As someone with an undergrad degree in Physical Geography I highly approve!!!

Jolu · 22 November 2011, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Danand

That is really beautiful. As someone with an undergrad degree in Physical Geography I highly approve!!!

Thanks, Jonathan. And thank you for starting this thread, it lead me to the right man for the job.

cedargrove · 22 November 2011, 07:21 AM

Wow Jolu. That is awesome.

Tudor66 · 22 November 2011, 11:55 AM

Thanks Dr. Brian for posting this photo, it's the nicest vintage sub photo I've seen....

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

Mil sub.

NorthernPike · 22 November 2011, 12:10 PM

Here's a watch I inherited from my father:

Stonedcl · 22 November 2011, 01:01 PM

How much does something like that cost?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jolu

I decided what I wanted, and contacted him.

Took a while, especially since a Rolex part had to cross a couple of borders, but it was worth it.
Randell was a pleasure to deal with and a professional in every aspect of the word.

The choice of engraving may not seem very personal, but it is to me. And suits the ExplorerII quite well, I think.

27 March 2011, 01:35 PM	#35
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	If its a keeper and your going to be passing it down to your son I think this is an awesome idea... They did an awesome job too, congrats __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

27 March 2011, 01:58 PM	#36
Subfiend "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Outside Watch: Isn't it obvious? Posts: 1,926	Here are my two limited edition Rolex watches engraved with The Explorers Club Centennial Logo. __________________ Subfiend

28 March 2011, 03:11 AM	#39
Dr.Brian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,906	This is a nice one as well. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

28 March 2011, 03:16 AM	#41
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	Is that a phone number and birthdate? Almost looks more like a stamping than an engraving. Certainly makes it easy to ID Last edited by Danand; 28 March 2011 at 03:18 AM.. Reason: Edit

28 March 2011, 03:21 AM	#42
Dr.Brian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,906	Mil sub. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

27 March 2011, 10:30 AM	#31
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	I'm afraid there was no real sentimental date. I decided I didn't want to wait three more years untill I turn 50(my wife thought that would be a good time to get it). My feeling was why wait-I can get a few extra years of enjoyment out of it).

27 March 2011, 12:46 PM	#32
cedargrove "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rich Location: Canada Watch: Milgauss, GMT IIc Posts: 3,013	It's a great idea. I think I'll have my Milgauss done.

27 March 2011, 01:11 PM	#34
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	That is very special. Doesn't matter if it isn't ornate- it is a one of a kind piece with a special meaning to you for your accomplishment. Congrats!

27 March 2011, 08:32 PM	#37
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	Very nice!

28 March 2011, 02:48 AM	#38
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	There must be more out there? Let see 'em!

28 March 2011, 03:23 AM	#43
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	Very cool watch and looks great with the green strap.

28 March 2011, 08:46 AM	#45
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	Funny how those two are for 13 and 17 years. Must have been retirement or something ( lucky ducks- most people on retirement don't get a rolex these days.

28 March 2011, 08:56 AM	#46
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,417	These engravings are a real treat...making each one uniquely personal... and that engraving site is truly incredible....thanks for sharing __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

22 November 2011, 03:09 AM	#55
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	That is really beautiful. As someone with an undergrad degree in Physical Geography I highly approve!!!

22 November 2011, 07:21 AM	#57
cedargrove "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rich Location: Canada Watch: Milgauss, GMT IIc Posts: 3,013	Wow Jolu. That is awesome.

22 November 2011, 12:10 PM	#59
NorthernPike "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: LV, 1949 Everest Posts: 464	Here's a watch I inherited from my father:

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