Adding an aftermarket dial to my first rolex.. Yay Or Nay?

[stikystikyricky]

So I've been wanting a rolex for over the past decade. I decided to finally take the plunge. My budget was 3500. (so obviously I am looking for a used one).
I went to a local retailer and tried on the airking. The watch was way too small for my wrist so I decided to go with the date just.

I was searching for a dark blue or black dial, I finally found one which I just purchased preowned from an online jeweler. I do have a 30 day full refund option and unfortunately it has a white dial which am not a fan of. My plan is to purchase the watch and have the dial swapped out with this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rolex-Mens-D...cAAOSwPcVVwsRx

Now obviously that isn't an authentic rolex dial. My question: Will that dial basically be like taking a bentley and putting Chinese racing seat covers on in?

I know one way to tell a fake rolex from a real is the "Rolex" on the dial and how crisp and clear its written.

I purchased a datejust 16220 manufactured in 2004 for 3k.

Thanks in advance.

[crowncollection]

I personally hate them. Your watch always looks cheaper to those who know and fake to those who know less


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[freefly]

Originally Posted by crowncollection

I personally hate them. Your watch always looks cheaper to those who know and fake to those who know less

+1

Don't do it. Keep it original, or if you must swap it out, at least find a genuine Rolex dial to do it with. Just my $.02.

[GGGMT]

A certifiably insane idea.

[amh]

A real dial would be OK. I'd just start saving for the one you want, you'll be able sell this one later.

[amh]

Or do the refund and keep looking

[michael067]

Never go anything aftermarket

[jvmartin]

Get a nice Blue Roman Dial for your Datejust... it will be easier to sell if you ever decide to and it will be much classier and eye catching... believe me, that "candy blue" will cheapen the look of the entire watch... the dial is called the face for a reason... it is the first thing people notice!

[MonBK]

If you like it go for it.

It's your watch and you paid for it, you can always put the original dial back on if you decide to sell it.

[drifter01]

In the end, it's YOUR watch. If you want an aftermarket dial, go for it. Some will say "keep it genuine" or "keep it original" but If they had a 1935 Auburn Speedster, would they never use aftermarket parts to keep it running? If so, then it sits falling apart.
In the long run wear it like you want it.

[NKflyer]

Unless you're specifically looking for diamonds, an authentic non-refinished dial wouldn't be too much more expensive than the aftermarket dial you're considering. Just have a little patience and you'll find one at a reasonable price on ebay or in our classified section here. Also, if the seller is a jeweler and hasn't shipped the watch yet, you might inquire whether they have any other dials available.

[johnthegenerator]

It is a risk to add the after market dial. It may be too thick or thin and could cause problems with the stem's interaction with the movement - which could lead to additional problems down the road. Keep away from aftermarket and refinished dials.