Is this a sub-par Daytona dial?

[eddie_b]

Hello fellow TRF members,

I recently bought this TT Daytona and it looks great but I always loupe my watches just to see the quality.

Upon very close inspection, I noticed this dial has 3 areas that don't seem to be up to the standard of Rolex quality.

1) The tachymeter hand on the right side (the tachymeter hand on the bottom has a tiny drip compared to the others)

2) The tachymeter hand on the left side

3) The red track marker at 10 o'clock

Take a look at the pics and lemme know if you agree with that or is this normal?

Keep in mind these pics were taken with a macro lens. With the naked eye you can't really notice them unless you're specifically looking for them.

Looking forward to your responses!

Eddie

[horseco]

I would bring it to RSC & see if they will replace it... All they could say is no...

[TSW]

I normally don't use a loupe when i want to know the time on my watch.

[eddie_b]

Originally Posted by TSW

I normally don't use a loupe when i want to know the time on my watch.

I don't think anyone buys a Rolex or any other high end watch just to know the time. Its an obsession with perfection in my case...

[horseco]

Originally Posted by eddie_b

I don't think anyone buys a Rolex or any other high end watch just to know the time. Its an obsession with perfection in my case...

I agree, you payed premium money, for a premium product... Rolex should deliver...

[imono]

I'll say very nice clear shots!

[britincali]

Originally Posted by horseco

I agree, you payed premium money, for a premium product... Rolex should deliver...

Agreed 100%.

[ecsub44]

Originally Posted by eddie_b

I don't think anyone buys a Rolex or any other high end watch just to know the time. Its an obsession with perfection in my case...

Then you will be horribly disappointed in Rolex watches.

[boogiebot]

Originally Posted by ecsub44

Then you will be horribly disappointed in Rolex watches.

why would he be dissapointed? i think that if you spend this much money on a watch it better be perfect

[gwalker]

Originally Posted by boogiebot

why would he be dissapointed? i think that if you spend this much money on a watch it better be perfect

Sorry but if that's how you really feel you will be dissatisfied. You are going to need a much deeper wallet to get so called perfection. Even then magnify it enough and something will be amiss.

IMO to the op the hands are fine. The missing marker needs to be fixed. That's not acceptable to me.

Edit: never mind. I think the marker is ok to me. I rhour it was missing not red. wouldn't bother me.

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by boogiebot

why would he be dissapointed? i think that if you spend this much money on a watch it better be perfect

you are going to find 'issues' with EVERY rolex looking through a loupe like that. 'perfect' is not a reasonable expectation given the production method, volumes, etc.

yes, its expensive for a watch but not expensive enough to ensure 'perfect'

[azguy]

Originally Posted by boogiebot

why would he be dissapointed? i think that if you spend this much money on a watch it better be perfect

I think the watch is fine, asking any mass-produced product to stand up to a 10x's loop examination is unfair in my opinion.

Price is irrelivent, how many imperfections can/could one find a on ferrari or lambo with a 10x's loop

[gwalker]

Originally Posted by ecsub44

Then you will be horribly disappointed in Rolex watches.

X2 to a degree. No Rolex is perfect and if you pull out a loupe to look at any Rolex you will find issues. That said its your watch. This isn't some finished by hand 6 figure watch. Don't expect perfection at this price. That's just my feeling. I don't expect perfection from Rolex. I expect a great watch for the money. That's what Rolex gives me.

[T-Rip]

Originally Posted by eddie_b

i don't think anyone buys a rolex or any other high end watch just to know the time. Its an obsession with perfection in my case...

x10000

[GradyPhilpott]

It's your watch and your money, so it's your call.

[dddrees]

I've heard loupes with Rolex can be your worst enemy. I've never done it with any of mine because they all look fine when I use my naked eye.

It's your watch and you paid for it. You have the right to go in and ask to see what they will do for you. Rolex is known for providing great customer service, hopefully they will correct whatever errors you are unhappy with.

[eddie_b]

I appreciate everyone's input.

Ultimately I will be exchanging it because I would rather have one that's perfect but I guess my question was more along the lines of what you guys think about the quality.

Is this "normal" for a Rolex?

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by eddie_b

I appreciate everyone's input.

Ultimately I will be exchanging it because I would rather have one that's perfect but I guess my question was more along the lines of what you guys think about the quality.

Is this "normal" for a Rolex?

I couldn't tell you for certain cause I don't use a loupe.


My gut tells me yes. The small things you showed us are things I would never notice if they existed in the first place on any of my Rolex watches.

[eddie_b]

Nothing will be perfect, I completely understand that. However, the issues on this dial are definitely not acceptable for a Rolex, imho.

I just wanted to see what others thought and still am curious to see what more of you think.

As an example I have an IWC AMG Chronograph which is basically perfect and that costs a bit over a half of a normal SS Daytona.

[ufboy73]

honestly, i think what is acceptable to an individual vs. what is acceptable in a rolex are two different things.

personally, i returned a rolex once because it had an issue that was unacceptable to me but rolex would do nothing about. luckily, the AD i was working with took it back for the sake of our relationship, which i appreciated.

again, personally, 'i' would not accept the issues with your watch - rolex imperfection aside.

[RyanJames]

I'm normally used to seeing patchy lume most frequently but I do think that the hands on your Daytona should be changed if the paint drips are easily viewed without a loupe.

As for the dial marker I can't tell from the picture but it looks like some lint or a spec of white on the actual red?

Ryan

[horseco]

Originally Posted by ufboy73

Honestly, I think what is acceptable to an individual vs. what is acceptable in a Rolex are two different things.

personally, I returned a Rolex once because it had an issue that was unacceptable to me but Rolex would do nothing about. Luckily, the AD I was working with took it back for the sake of our relationship, which I appreciated.

again, personally, 'I' would not accept the issues with your watch - Rolex imperfection aside.

What issue did you have???

[Tools]

You should leave your loupe in your desk..

[gwalker]

Originally Posted by Tools

You should leave your loupe in your desk..

Bingo!

[MortgageGuy]

Have and will never use a loupe on any of my watches and I would be certain to be disappointed. For me it would be just fine as I would never have noticed it... Sorry.

As for the price factor I agree that for perfection you are going to have to open your wallet wide, MUCH wider

[train-time]

Originally Posted by Tools

You should leave your loupe in your desk..

X2

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Tools

You should leave your loupe in your desk..

x2

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Tools

You should leave your loupe in your desk..

x2

I have some imperfections on my Rolex watches.
I don't mind them as they are my watches and I can spot my one at a GTG.

[Minutehand]

I vote that Eddie B be appointed head of quality control at Rolex

[Dr. Robert]

bah humbug......see what happens when you replace the Swiss elves w/ robots....bring back the elves, unpack the lug hole drilling machine!