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Vic Diehl · 27 November 2006, 12:55 PM

How long does a model actually exist in terms of Rolex maintaining a supply of replacement parts? My GMT II is a 1985 model, how much longer will parts be made?

Rodentman · 27 November 2006, 12:59 PM

My understanding is that Rolex will service a watch up to 30 years after it is discontinued. I may be wrong, however...so correct me as needed.....

Rockrolex · 27 November 2006, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Vic Diehl

How long does a model actually exist in terms of Rolex maintaining a supply of replacement parts? My GMT II is a 1985 model, how much longer will parts be made?

First of all, welcome to TRF, Vic. Glad you joined up.

In answer to your question, I think Rolex will service watches for up to 50 years after their introduction, but like Bob, I couldn't swear to that.

Your '85 GMT should be fine if you want to have it serviced by RUSA.

Vic Diehl · 27 November 2006, 01:31 PM

Yes, I bought the watch in 85 and have been wearing it ever since. I have it routinely serviced at RUSA. It never misses a beat. I guess I have always thought about Rolex as a lifetime watch, I guess it really is not.

roadcarver · 27 November 2006, 01:43 PM

Got my wife a late 60's OP and it was serviced to its original condition. I also bught a modern oyster bracelet for it and it fits perfectly.

Prince · 27 November 2006, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Vic Diehl

...I guess I have always thought about Rolex as a lifetime watch, I guess it really is not.

If well cared for, it can indeed be a lifetime watch. They are quite often handed down from generation to generation.

JJ Irani · 27 November 2006, 05:43 PM

Hi Vic,

A big welcome to TRF!!

21 years is not too old for a Rolex so servicing should not be a problem at all.

Best wishes - JJ

mike · 27 November 2006, 08:21 PM

The word is Rolex maintaines parts for 30 years after the reference is discontinued. I think that really depends on the reference. As a 1985 GMT yours is a 16750?
If so you're fine yet. Rolex is still servicing the 3xxx movements.

padi56 · 27 November 2006, 09:08 PM

Welcome to TRF Vic Mike is correct no need to worry about service parts for watches like the 16750 for a very very long time.

Alcan · 27 November 2006, 11:22 PM

It might be different in other parts of the world, but the Toronto RSC says they have access to every component of this vintage early 1950's Rolex belonging to my S.O., and can overhaul it. It's over 50 years old now:

Rockrolex · 27 November 2006, 11:36 PM

BTW, Vic, where in Virginia are you? Are you NOVA or ROVA?

Vic Diehl · 28 November 2006, 02:54 AM

I live out in the Shenandoah Valley. One of the other reasons I was asking this is that I was thinking about getting a Rolex for my son. I was undecided as to whether to give him my 85 GMT or buy him a new Submariner. I think now I will just buy him a new one and save this old Rolex for my grandson. What do you guys think?

Prince · 28 November 2006, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Vic Diehl

...I think now I will just buy him a new one and save this old Rolex for my grandson. What do you guys think?

Sounds like a good plan to me, Vic. That way, you'll get to enjoy the veteran a bit longer!

27 November 2006, 12:55 PM	#1
Vic Diehl Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 76	The "Real" length of a Rolex's life How long does a model actually exist in terms of Rolex maintaining a supply of replacement parts? My GMT II is a 1985 model, how much longer will parts be made?

27 November 2006, 01:43 PM	#5
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Got my wife a late 60's OP and it was serviced to its original condition. I also bught a modern oyster bracelet for it and it fits perfectly. __________________ I'm just a cook...

27 November 2006, 05:43 PM	#7
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Hi Vic, A big welcome to TRF!! 21 years is not too old for a Rolex so servicing should not be a problem at all. Best wishes - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

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padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,060	Welcome to TRF Vic Mike is correct no need to worry about service parts for watches like the 16750 for a very very long time. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

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Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Welcome aboard, Vic It might be different in other parts of the world, but the Toronto RSC says they have access to every component of this vintage early 1950's Rolex belonging to my S.O., and can overhaul it. It's over 50 years old now: Attached Images

27 November 2006, 12:59 PM	#2
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	My understanding is that Rolex will service a watch up to 30 years after it is discontinued. I may be wrong, however...so correct me as needed.....

27 November 2006, 01:31 PM	#4
Vic Diehl Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 76	Yes, I bought the watch in 85 and have been wearing it ever since. I have it routinely serviced at RUSA. It never misses a beat. I guess I have always thought about Rolex as a lifetime watch, I guess it really is not.

27 November 2006, 08:21 PM	#8
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	The word is Rolex maintaines parts for 30 years after the reference is discontinued. I think that really depends on the reference. As a 1985 GMT yours is a 16750? If so you're fine yet. Rolex is still servicing the 3xxx movements.

27 November 2006, 11:36 PM	#11
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28 November 2006, 02:54 AM	#12
Vic Diehl Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 76	I live out in the Shenandoah Valley. One of the other reasons I was asking this is that I was thinking about getting a Rolex for my son. I was undecided as to whether to give him my 85 GMT or buy him a new Submariner. I think now I will just buy him a new one and save this old Rolex for my grandson. What do you guys think?

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