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22 May 2011, 07:34 PM
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Another Bay Area newbie
Amazed to see how rich this forum is in enthusiasm and information about these watches. I just inherited what I suppose is a vintage Rolex from my father, who got it from his father as a graduation present (this would have been in the 50s). My father has worn this every day as long as I can remember and I was surprised and flattered when he handed it to me a few months ago.
It is due for a servicing and I'm looking for some advice. I wore it for a few weeks until a very small part on the clasp broke, so in addition to the regular servicing, it also will need a minor repair. The official Rolex site only lists 2 Rolex Service Centers in the U.S. - New York and Dallas. However, in a FAQ on this forum I also saw a recommended Rolex Service Center "not owned by corporate" in San Francisco. I also read somewhere else that some service centers will not work on vintage models. The San Francisco location is fairly convenient since I'm in the Palo Alto area. Is there anything I need to be concerned about? Does this need to go to New York or Dallas? I don't have much information on the watch since I don't know how to remove the band to view the serial number. The clasp does have "MODELE DEPOS BREVETE" on it, with a "51" written on the part that attaches to the case. This watch is also a mid-sized watch, which I haven't really seen before. Looking forward to getting it services and fixed. Any advice would be appreciated. |
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22 May 2011, 08:01 PM
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Good morning and welcome to TRF
 Members would be able to help you out a little better if you could post some pictures of your watch
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22 May 2011, 08:05 PM
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22 May 2011, 11:08 PM
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22 May 2011, 11:19 PM
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23 May 2011, 12:15 AM
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23 May 2011, 03:00 AM
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23 May 2011, 05:29 AM
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23 May 2011, 08:01 AM
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Pics
Thanks everyone. Attached are a few pictures. It's clearly showing its age, but it's been worn almost daily for I'd guess well over 50 years. The last couple of pictures show where the clasp broke and what needs to be repaired. TIA for any advice.
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26 May 2011, 07:08 AM
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welcome
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26 May 2011, 09:21 AM
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You might have better results if you post your pics in the Vintage Section.
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26 May 2011, 12:59 PM
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Welcome...i agree post your inquiry on the Vintage section...you'll be able to get the proper advise from the forum experts....cheers
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