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greeny · 19 April 2013, 10:23 AM

Hello -
I have a 50-yr old Datejust that has been given to me and was in my family since new. Serial number indicates it was made in 1963. Was serviced a couple times about ~15 years ago by an AD; never serviced prior to that. It winds but won't stay running and runs pretty fast when running.

Recently sent to RSC by an AD and the RSC is sending back, stating they cannot service or repair as they no longer have the parts. I don't have the specifics (which parts were needed). AD said they've been getting this response from RSC more frequently recently when sending in vintage Rolex's.

AD said they've used a local watchmaker in these cases successfully and that they repair w/aftermarket parts. I'm not so much concerned about that, as that sounds like the only option - if Rolex no longer is making these parts available, then an authorized repair person (outside of the RSC) isn't going to be able to get them either and if they have used authentic parts laying around, they'd be just that - used and probably not trustworthy for a long-term repair. AD said they have to sometimes return them to watchmaker in a year or so (for adjustments maybe? we didn't get into details yet) but that it's much less costly than RSC, so money-wise, you've still spent less than had it been serviced by the RSC. Since this has been happening more frequently, AD was going to do some research and see if they thought any better options existed. To get one thing out of the way - AD is 110% trustworthy.

My question is this - in general how reliable are these aftermarket overhauls and repairs when parts are needed? Any other words of wisdom or recommendations?

Thank you!

Elementa · 20 April 2013, 09:07 PM

Bob Ridley or Rik at Time Care Inc. can take care of you worry free.

TimeToGo · 20 April 2013, 09:29 PM

Welcome to the Forum!

There are a number of capable watchmakers, many documented by fellow members on the below thread. Do your homework so you are not hit with a "sticker shock" for the service...

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...ed+watchmakers

cop414 · 20 April 2013, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elementa

Bob Ridley or Rik at Time Care Inc. can take care of you worry free.

This is the answer to your watch repair prayers!

etp095 · 21 April 2013, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cop414

this is the answer to your watch repair prayers!

x2

vintagewaferthin · 23 April 2013, 03:57 AM

Id send it to Bob Ridley in a heartbeat.

19 April 2013, 10:23 AM	#1
greeny "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: USA Posts: 4	Vintage repair - RSC can't do it Hello - I have a 50-yr old Datejust that has been given to me and was in my family since new. Serial number indicates it was made in 1963. Was serviced a couple times about ~15 years ago by an AD; never serviced prior to that. It winds but won't stay running and runs pretty fast when running. Recently sent to RSC by an AD and the RSC is sending back, stating they cannot service or repair as they no longer have the parts. I don't have the specifics (which parts were needed). AD said they've been getting this response from RSC more frequently recently when sending in vintage Rolex's. AD said they've used a local watchmaker in these cases successfully and that they repair w/aftermarket parts. I'm not so much concerned about that, as that sounds like the only option - if Rolex no longer is making these parts available, then an authorized repair person (outside of the RSC) isn't going to be able to get them either and if they have used authentic parts laying around, they'd be just that - used and probably not trustworthy for a long-term repair. AD said they have to sometimes return them to watchmaker in a year or so (for adjustments maybe? we didn't get into details yet) but that it's much less costly than RSC, so money-wise, you've still spent less than had it been serviced by the RSC. Since this has been happening more frequently, AD was going to do some research and see if they thought any better options existed. To get one thing out of the way - AD is 110% trustworthy. My question is this - in general how reliable are these aftermarket overhauls and repairs when parts are needed? Any other words of wisdom or recommendations? Thank you!

20 April 2013, 09:07 PM	#2
Elementa "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Here and there Watch: Panerai, Rolex Posts: 289	Bob Ridley or Rik at Time Care Inc. can take care of you worry free.

20 April 2013, 09:29 PM	#3
TimeToGo 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 16,763	Welcome to the Forum! There are a number of capable watchmakers, many documented by fellow members on the below thread. Do your homework so you are not hit with a "sticker shock" for the service... https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...ed+watchmakers

23 April 2013, 03:57 AM	#6
vintagewaferthin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Earth Watch: Air-King 5500 Posts: 2,620	Id send it to Bob Ridley in a heartbeat.

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