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newkidonblock4 · 5 February 2021, 02:45 PM

Hello Everyone!

Thank you for taking the time to read my post.

I am thinking about getting a 1655. I have the ability to buy this one.

Was just seeing what people thought and their opinions on the watch. All feedback is welcome!

Thanks!

newkidonblock4 · 5 February 2021, 02:47 PM

more pics

Dan S · 6 February 2021, 12:23 AM

Looks ok to me at first glance. It would be helpful if you could add the first digits of the serial. Subjectively, I don't find the appearance of the lume to be very appealing, but perhaps that is due to poor lighting in the photos.

newkidonblock4 · 6 February 2021, 12:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan S

Looks ok to me at first glance. It would be helpful if you could add the first digits of the serial. Subjectively, I don't find the appearance of the lume to be very appealing, but perhaps that is due to poor lighting in the photos.

Thanks Dan!

I just asked for it.

newkidonblock4 · 6 February 2021, 01:18 AM

It is a 3.5 or 3.6m serial he said (was from memory so wasn't exact but said he'll get me exact info momentarily).

Here are some more pictures

TurboWatch · 6 February 2021, 01:27 AM

You have a MK 2 dial and MK 2 bezel, and that is correct for the serial range :)
However, the case has been unprofessionally polished. The lugs are pretty soft.
Depending on the price ...

newkidonblock4 · 6 February 2021, 01:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TurboWatch

You have a MK 2 dial and MK 2 bezel, and that is correct for the serial range :)
However, the case has been unprofessionally polished. The lugs are pretty soft.
Depending on the price ...

Thank you for the reply!

It's good price so I was thinking of getting it refinished at rolliworks.

Do you think it'd be worth it? I know people going back and forth about how they feel about laser welding...

TurboWatch · 6 February 2021, 01:58 AM

Hey, I'd try to get it as low as possible. I wouldn't want to pay anything over $15k-$16K for it.

newkidonblock4 · 6 February 2021, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TurboWatch

Hey, I'd try to get it as low as possible. I wouldn't want to pay anything over $15k-$16K for it.

Thank you Turbo! I'll see what I can do :D

mbc · 6 February 2021, 09:28 AM

This can be a tough (caring) crowd. Perhaps I’m getting soft in my age, but I don’t think the OP’s example is out of the realm of consideration. 15k-16k for an MK2 dial / MK2 bezel seems a tall order in this market, but certainly give it a try.

If you want a more pristine example, you’ll be way into the 20s and need to decide if that’s worth it to you....

I’d be proud to wear that watch and this is coming from someone with an 2.77mm MK2 dial, MK1 bezel bought from original owner’s nephew...

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storm66 · 14 February 2021, 06:52 AM

Mine is far from perfect or pristine but I think it’s easy to forget that they are a tool watch and 30-40 years old!

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5 February 2021, 02:45 PM	#1
newkidonblock4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 135	1655 Question Hello Everyone! Thank you for taking the time to read my post. I am thinking about getting a 1655. I have the ability to buy this one. Was just seeing what people thought and their opinions on the watch. All feedback is welcome! Thanks! Attached Images

5 February 2021, 02:47 PM	#2
newkidonblock4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 135	more pics Attached Images

6 February 2021, 12:23 AM	#3
Dan S 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 6,297	Looks ok to me at first glance. It would be helpful if you could add the first digits of the serial. Subjectively, I don't find the appearance of the lume to be very appealing, but perhaps that is due to poor lighting in the photos. __________________ @oldwatchdan on IG

6 February 2021, 01:18 AM	#5
newkidonblock4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 135	It is a 3.5 or 3.6m serial he said (was from memory so wasn't exact but said he'll get me exact info momentarily). Here are some more pictures Attached Images

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6 February 2021, 01:27 AM	#6
TurboWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,641	You have a MK 2 dial and MK 2 bezel, and that is correct for the serial range :) However, the case has been unprofessionally polished. The lugs are pretty soft. Depending on the price ...

6 February 2021, 01:58 AM	#8
TurboWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,641	Hey, I'd try to get it as low as possible. I wouldn't want to pay anything over $15k-$16K for it.

6 February 2021, 09:28 AM	#10
mbc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: NY Posts: 620	This can be a tough (caring) crowd. Perhaps I’m getting soft in my age, but I don’t think the OP’s example is out of the realm of consideration. 15k-16k for an MK2 dial / MK2 bezel seems a tall order in this market, but certainly give it a try. If you want a more pristine example, you’ll be way into the 20s and need to decide if that’s worth it to you.... I’d be proud to wear that watch and this is coming from someone with an 2.77mm MK2 dial, MK1 bezel bought from original owner’s nephew... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 February 2021, 06:52 AM	#11
storm66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: london Posts: 842	Mine is far from perfect or pristine but I think it’s easy to forget that they are a tool watch and 30-40 years old! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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