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Old 23 December 2014, 11:06 AM   #1
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Scratched screw

Damm screwdriver slipped slightly and twisted in the head. I think it might have slightly damaged the thread groove but its certainly scratched the screw head.

I will probably get it swapped out at the RSC at some point, maybe in the summer. For now would a cape cod rub down be worth it and clean it up?

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Old 23 December 2014, 11:09 AM   #2
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I doubt cape cod would help.

If this is just a screw head, get it replaced.
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Old 23 December 2014, 11:23 AM   #3
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I doubt cape cod would help.

If this is just a screw head, get it replaced.
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Old 23 December 2014, 11:47 AM   #4
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Would RSC charge me to get my screws replaced? or would it be for free?
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Old 23 December 2014, 11:48 AM   #5
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Would RSC charge me to get my screws replaced? or would it be for free?

They may screw you.
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Old 23 December 2014, 12:04 PM   #6
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Would RSC charge me to get my screws replaced? or would it be for free?

They do not give you free stuff it you damage it..
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Old 23 December 2014, 12:06 PM   #7
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They do not give you free stuff it you damage it..

Thanks! I thought they would as it seems screws shouldn't be that expensive.

I once received a nice gesture from tudor service center and got a free overhaul from them on a vintage tudor piece! That was so cool!
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Old 23 December 2014, 11:58 AM   #8
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does the head have a polished finish or brushed?

cape cod for polished

scotch brite for brushed.
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Old 23 December 2014, 12:00 PM   #9
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Cape cod may bring it up a little, should certainly improve, just be sure not to use to much force as you wouldn't want to loose the screw heads depth, also the crisp edges.


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Old 23 December 2014, 01:41 PM   #10
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Make sure to use the correct screwdriver. A non-tapered flathead is what you want.
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Old 23 December 2014, 06:05 PM   #11
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What watch do you have?

I have some Submariner link screws (main links not link into clasp) I'm more then happy to post you one if you want?

from my experiance (2 occasions) Rolex St James have changed a damaged screw/s FOC on one occasion it was one screw the other four but I would say this was more of a good will gesture so don't expect it to be FOC but I would say it mostly likely will be.
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Old 23 December 2014, 06:09 PM   #12
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Nice gesture Sam.
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Old 26 December 2014, 12:34 AM   #13
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I changed mine F.O.C from RSC. Otherwise, according to them, it cost just a few dollars. But do be careful as they some times uses shorter screw than the original. There was once the the new screw given does not flush with both side of the bracelet. One side is more recessed and one side is flush.
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Old 26 December 2014, 12:46 AM   #14
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Just smooth it out with an emery board.
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Old 26 December 2014, 01:10 AM   #15
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Actually, in the world of Rolex accidents this isn't a huge problem
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