Lucky find! Rolex 1675 Mark 1

[MrChamfers]

Originally Posted by Sacha82

Serviced for 1800USD and the watchmaker put in an aftermarket bezel? That's not original, of course, but it's not service, either. Look at that 22!

I'd pass because so far, all the "promises" are coming up empty.

S82

what about the 22?

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by saltpeter

what about the 22?

It doesn't follow the curve of the insert. Do a forum search for vintage 1675 inserts.

[lee fowler]

Originally Posted by Dan S

It doesn't follow the curve of the insert. Do a forum search for vintage 1675 inserts.

It’s a later service insert.


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[Dan S]

Originally Posted by lee fowler

It’s a later service insert.


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Yup, I know. See post #3 of this thread.

I was just providing some detail to answer saltpeter's question.

[owl.]

Originally Posted by lee fowler

It’s a later service insert.


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Post #88 says it’s not a service insert either ?

So I don’t know anymore


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[Dan S]

Originally Posted by owl.

Post #88 says it’s not a service insert either ?

So I don’t know anymore


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On the price scale of this watch, the difference between an aftermarket and service bezel insert is negligible. Both are basically worth nothing.

[BigBlue1]

Originally Posted by Dan S

On the price scale of this watch, the difference between an aftermarket and service bezel insert is negligible. Both are basically worth nothing.

That’s how I feel about this thread.
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[Tensai]

Hey Op.
See this to the end.
At worst, it’s a learning experience.
Very interesting.
Good luck!

[owl.]

Originally Posted by Tensai

Hey Op.
See this to the end.
At worst, it’s a learning experience.
Very interesting.
Good luck!

Thanks Tensai!

I understand some members think the thread is boring or worthless now.

I wanted to call the gentleman today but didn’t get a chance.

I’ll try tomorrow or Monday.

To ask about the original bezel insert.

If he hasn’t found it I’ll probably stop there.

Thanks again!

[mineral]

Keep us posted. I feel that it is worth to investigate further and it is always nice to have the first owner watch. Hope it turns out good outcome for you. Good luck mate


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[MrChamfers]

Originally Posted by owl.

Thanks Tensai!

I understand some members think the thread is boring or worthless now.

I wanted to call the gentleman today but didn’t get a chance.

I’ll try tomorrow or Monday.

To ask about the original bezel insert.

If he hasn’t found it I’ll probably stop there.

Thanks again!

No biggie, some of us get bored easily or feel highly dramatic about an insert.
Do your own research and if you feel the watch is for you then get it.

[owl.]

Alright forum, I am back.

Talked to the gentleman this morning and he said he can’t find the insert or the paperwork that the watchmaker gave him :(

Due to my lack of expertise, I am deciding to stop the pursuit of this watch.

I was never looking for a 1675 to begin with, I was just excited once I saw one and met “the original owner.”

Thanks for all the support. I am happy that I learned a few things along the way.

and sorry for wasting your time guys :(

Thanks again!

[harry in montreal]

Stop it. You didn’t waste our time... this hobby wastes our time. It was fun to discuss. Ignore those that grew impatient.

[330ci]

Originally Posted by harry in montreal

Stop it. You didn’t waste our time... this hobby wastes our time. It was fun to discuss. Ignore those that grew impatient.

X2 I am glad to see/hear what happened

[Slimpee]

Sounds like you made the right decision. Still fun to hunt, though!

[btinl]

The hunt is full of ups and downs, but that’s part of the fun.

[FTX I]

Love this thread and you did great all the way OP. I'd have done the same with the exception of asking anything here to avoid the snarky comments and I'd try to find the answers myself, so you're braver than me. Happy new year. Cheers.

[indianmachine]

Thanks for posting here, OP! It was fun to be part of your journey and, although this one wasn't a success, still lots of great learnings for me (and I'm sure others).

[Burlington]

Shame it didn’t work out

Passing at that stage was the right call. Sometimes it’s too easy to get hung up on one thing like the “original owner” and forget what you were really after

[AJMarcus]

Originally Posted by owl.

Alright forum, I am back.

Talked to the gentleman this morning and he said he can’t find the insert or the paperwork that the watchmaker gave him :(

Due to my lack of expertise, I am deciding to stop the pursuit of this watch.

I was never looking for a 1675 to begin with, I was just excited once I saw one and met “the original owner.”

Thanks for all the support. I am happy that I learned a few things along the way.

and sorry for wasting your time guys :(

Thanks again!

I enjoyed following your pursuit OWL. Thanks much for keeping us informed. We all love this crazy hobby way too much sometimes. Despite a few naysayers this was a great thread to follow. Here’s to the next one!

[1675-David]

Sad to see this thread come to an end... It takes patience, insight, luck and sometimes a little risk if you want to snag a deal in the wild, but the chase can be very rewarding. Next time take more pix for the forum!!!

good luck with your search.

[Dan S]

Sorry it didn't work out, but definitely keep trying to find watches in the wild.

[owl.]

Originally Posted by AJMarcus

I enjoyed following your pursuit OWL. Thanks much for keeping us informed. We all love this crazy hobby way too much sometimes. Despite a few naysayers this was a great thread to follow. Here’s to the next one!

Hey!

Thanks for the kind words to you and everyone else

Thank you guys and I’ll keep my eyes open in the wild again!