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Drago · 19 February 2008, 01:25 AM

Hi All
New to the forum,well I have finally gone and done it! got me a new SD from my local AD, been wanting one of these watches since I was a kid! anyway after reading various threads on the forum I have a couple of questions,is there supposed to be a coronet etched on the crystal at the six o'clock position? I have looked with a magnifier but I can't see one! and I thought they came with a tool kit? dealer says no.

cheers for now
Rob.

Peter Messmore · 19 February 2008, 01:29 AM

Drago,Congrats on the SD.If it is a new one I am pretty sure it should have the LEC,not too sure about the tool kit,Peter P.S. they are difficult to see.

mike · 19 February 2008, 01:32 AM

Congrats! Welcome to the 4000 ft. club.

If new it will have the coronet--it's just real hard to see.
I'm not aware that Rolex stopped sending the tool kit with the SD.

Baptistman · 19 February 2008, 01:39 AM

Hi amd congrats, The SD comes with a wallet that contains a Dive table, extension link and a tool that has a screwdriver and pin to remove the spring bar on the clasp.

It will have the coronet but its difficult to see, view it at an angle using a 10x loupe under a bright light.

pnefan · 19 February 2008, 01:49 AM

Hi Rob,

Congrats & welcome to the club

I got mine about 6 months ago, came with the tool kit & crown

Here's a pic of the crown on my favourite watch, taken through a loupe -

Dan

Tools · 19 February 2008, 01:52 AM

Welcome...

Good luck on the search..it's there..

Drago · 19 February 2008, 02:16 AM

Thanks for the super fast replys!!
It looks like my SD does not have the coronet etchings, it's brand new as of this weekend! judging by those pictures,I should be able to see it ok with my magnifier, it's 10x as suggested not sure if I should go back to the AD?
Thanks
Rob.

Gil F. · 21 February 2008, 03:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baptistman

Hi amd congrats, The SD comes with a wallet that contains a Dive table, extension link and a tool that has a screwdriver and pin to remove the spring bar on the clasp.

It will have the coronet but its difficult to see, view it at an angle using a 10x loupe under a bright light.

Exactly right. You shold get the wallet with all of that stuff with it, and the coronet is definitely etched into the 6 o'clock position on the crystal.

Congrats on a great watch ... I love mine, and hope you get many years of enjoyment from yours!

Texsubmariner · 19 February 2008, 01:58 AM

Your SD, if new, should have both the laser etched crown and tool kit. I got mine last month, and both are present. Now, the SD does not have the Chapter Ring Branding (CRB) yet.

kcmo · 19 February 2008, 02:31 AM

Congrats on your SD!

harogers · 19 February 2008, 02:35 AM

Take a flashlight and shine it down from 12:00 towards 6:00 and it should light up. Very hard to see even with a magnifier.

Drago · 19 February 2008, 02:48 AM

Thanks harogers, the flashlight tip worked! see it plain as day now! phew! just goes to show it's best getting info from the experts! now I just got to go and ask for my tool kit.
thanks very much
Rob.

oldrolex · 19 February 2008, 02:49 AM

welcome

Warped · 19 February 2008, 03:28 AM

Congratulations and wear it with pride. It's a great watch.

That coronet can be quite elusive. Once found you wonder how you missed it in first place.

Atomant · 19 February 2008, 03:30 AM

Congrats on your new SD Drago. Another proud SD owner!!

JJ Irani · 19 February 2008, 03:31 AM

Congrats on the Mr. Muscles in the Rolex line-up!!

Gurmot · 19 February 2008, 05:13 AM

Here are some shots of mine which new in 2007. The laser etched coronet is really hard to see. I bought mine used and almost walked away from the deal as I couldn't find it, until suddenly there it was.

Also there is a shot of the so-called tool kit. It's just a little green folder thing and the only real tool is a double ended screwdriver type thing for sizing the bracelet.

Enjoy your SD. You have made the right choice.

Cheers - Simon

fear · 19 February 2008, 05:16 AM

That's Grrrrrreeeattt!!!

Drago · 19 February 2008, 06:07 AM

Just to say thanks again for all the reply's from people all over the world! I'am astonished there are so many Rolex enthusiasts,what a great forum.

Rob.

SPACE-DWELLER · 19 February 2008, 06:12 AM

Welcome to TRF!

Congrats on the SD!

How about some pics?

There are various ways to spot the LEC. You need good lighting and a 10x loupe. Look at the crystal from an angle at six o' clock, and you should spot it. You can also use the "flashlight trick": light with a small flashlight from the 12 o' clock towards the 6 o' clock position, and the LEC will literally glow up, visible to the naked eye.

Here's a pic of the LEC on my SD (don't own the SD anymore):

f16570 · 19 February 2008, 06:15 AM

Wear in good health, I have had my Exp II for two tears and have yet to spot the LEC.

Gurmot · 19 February 2008, 06:44 AM

As instructed, flashlight from 12 o'clock. It does glow and can be seen without a loup. Great tip.

JohnEaton · 19 February 2008, 06:25 AM

Great Timepiece...

Throw away the Buehlmann, you'll never make any money....

Use the U S Urchin Slammers table instead...

US Navy Table No Deco X 4, hang 10 for 10 on O2, fart nitrogen... Repeat until the boat is full or the beer is gone

JBat · 19 February 2008, 06:35 AM

Congrats on the SD. It's a great piece.

daveathall · 19 February 2008, 06:48 AM

I have just found mine for the first time about 5 mins ago, cant find it again though.

Wear you new watch in good health.

SPACE-DWELLER · 20 February 2008, 12:49 AM

Great shot, Simon!

Trainer · 20 February 2008, 01:03 AM

Congratulations Drago.

I'm waiting just a little longer before taking the SD plunge.
Please let us know what you AD says regarding the tool kit.

Tempus Fugit,
Trainer

mdtddd2007 · 20 February 2008, 01:21 AM

Yeah David, took kit comes with it. In fact my dealer gave me one extra. He's really nice. Got mine just a month ago. Love the watch. You made the right choice. Cheers to your new watch.

fsouth · 20 February 2008, 01:24 AM

I just picked one up this past weekend. I can certainly see the etching but my watch does not have the RRR etching inside the bezel. Does your watch have the RRR?

frostie · 20 February 2008, 01:41 AM

Congrats on the SD enjoy your new watch and wear it in goog health

19 February 2008, 01:25 AM	#1
Drago "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: UK Posts: 43	New SD Hi All New to the forum,well I have finally gone and done it! got me a new SD from my local AD, been wanting one of these watches since I was a kid! anyway after reading various threads on the forum I have a couple of questions,is there supposed to be a coronet etched on the crystal at the six o'clock position? I have looked with a magnifier but I can't see one! and I thought they came with a tool kit? dealer says no. cheers for now Rob.

19 February 2008, 01:39 AM	#4
Baptistman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Posts: 2,405	Hi amd congrats, The SD comes with a wallet that contains a Dive table, extension link and a tool that has a screwdriver and pin to remove the spring bar on the clasp. It will have the coronet but its difficult to see, view it at an angle using a 10x loupe under a bright light. __________________ Whatever the watch, it's your wrist, it speaks to you, enjoy it

19 February 2008, 01:52 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	Welcome... Good luck on the search..it's there.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

19 February 2008, 02:16 AM	#7
Drago "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: UK Posts: 43	New SD Thanks for the super fast replys!! It looks like my SD does not have the coronet etchings, it's brand new as of this weekend! judging by those pictures,I should be able to see it ok with my magnifier, it's 10x as suggested not sure if I should go back to the AD? Thanks Rob.

19 February 2008, 01:58 AM	#9
Texsubmariner "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Khanh Location: Texas Watch: SSGMTc Posts: 1,227	Your SD, if new, should have both the laser etched crown and tool kit. I got mine last month, and both are present. Now, the SD does not have the Chapter Ring Branding (CRB) yet. __________________ Sea Dweller M series SS GMT IIc M series Omega SMP Electric Blue Dial Wife's SS WG MOP Ladies DJ Z series

19 February 2008, 01:29 AM	#2
Peter Messmore Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Delray Bch,FL,USA Posts: 341	Drago,Congrats on the SD.If it is a new one I am pretty sure it should have the LEC,not too sure about the tool kit,Peter P.S. they are difficult to see.

19 February 2008, 01:32 AM	#3
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Congrats! Welcome to the 4000 ft. club. If new it will have the coronet--it's just real hard to see. I'm not aware that Rolex stopped sending the tool kit with the SD.

19 February 2008, 01:49 AM	#5
pnefan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Dan Location: England Watch: SS Daytona Black Posts: 281	Hi Rob, Congrats & welcome to the club I got mine about 6 months ago, came with the tool kit & crown Here's a pic of the crown on my favourite watch, taken through a loupe - Dan

19 February 2008, 02:31 AM	#10
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Congrats on your SD!

19 February 2008, 02:35 AM	#11
harogers Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Harold Location: Massachusetts Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 53	Take a flashlight and shine it down from 12:00 towards 6:00 and it should light up. Very hard to see even with a magnifier.

19 February 2008, 02:48 AM	#12
Drago "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: UK Posts: 43	Thanks harogers, the flashlight tip worked! see it plain as day now! phew! just goes to show it's best getting info from the experts! now I just got to go and ask for my tool kit. thanks very much Rob.

19 February 2008, 02:49 AM	#13
oldrolex Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: WI, USA Watch: DD Wanted Posts: 580	welcome

19 February 2008, 03:28 AM	#14
Warped "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: South Africa Watch: Where you're going Posts: 135	Congratulations and wear it with pride. It's a great watch. That coronet can be quite elusive. Once found you wonder how you missed it in first place. __________________ Dave.

19 February 2008, 03:30 AM	#15
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Congrats on your new SD Drago. Another proud SD owner!! __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

19 February 2008, 03:31 AM	#16
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Congrats on the Mr. Muscles in the Rolex line-up!! __________________ 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!!

19 February 2008, 05:13 AM	#17
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	Congrats and welcome to the club. Here are some shots of mine which new in 2007. The laser etched coronet is really hard to see. I bought mine used and almost walked away from the deal as I couldn't find it, until suddenly there it was. Also there is a shot of the so-called tool kit. It's just a little green folder thing and the only real tool is a double ended screwdriver type thing for sizing the bracelet. Enjoy your SD. You have made the right choice. Cheers - Simon Attached Images Last edited by Gurmot; 19 February 2008 at 05:28 AM.. Reason: Accidentally posted my serial number

19 February 2008, 05:16 AM	#18
fear "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Mililani, Oahu Posts: 1,307	That's Grrrrrreeeattt!!!

19 February 2008, 06:07 AM	#19
Drago "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: UK Posts: 43	New SD Just to say thanks again for all the reply's from people all over the world! I'am astonished there are so many Rolex enthusiasts,what a great forum. Rob.

19 February 2008, 06:12 AM	#20
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! Congrats on the SD! How about some pics? There are various ways to spot the LEC. You need good lighting and a 10x loupe. Look at the crystal from an angle at six o' clock, and you should spot it. You can also use the "flashlight trick": light with a small flashlight from the 12 o' clock towards the 6 o' clock position, and the LEC will literally glow up, visible to the naked eye. Here's a pic of the LEC on my SD (don't own the SD anymore): __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

19 February 2008, 06:15 AM	#21
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Wear in good health, I have had my Exp II for two tears and have yet to spot the LEC. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

19 February 2008, 06:44 AM	#22
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	Here's another LEC shot using Bo's method As instructed, flashlight from 12 o'clock. It does glow and can be seen without a loup. Great tip. Attached Images

19 February 2008, 06:25 AM	#23
JohnEaton "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Eaton Location: Nome Alaska USA Watch: Red1680 metres 1st Posts: 1,869	Great Timepiece... Throw away the Buehlmann, you'll never make any money.... Use the U S Urchin Slammers table instead... US Navy Table No Deco X 4, hang 10 for 10 on O2, fart nitrogen... Repeat until the boat is full or the beer is gone

19 February 2008, 06:35 AM	#24
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Congrats on the SD. It's a great piece.

19 February 2008, 06:48 AM	#25
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	I have just found mine for the first time about 5 mins ago, cant find it again though. Wear you new watch in good health. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

20 February 2008, 12:49 AM	#26
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Great shot, Simon! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

20 February 2008, 01:03 AM	#27
Trainer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: Pennsylvania Watch: Rolex TT, Blue Sub Posts: 127	Congratulations Drago. I'm waiting just a little longer before taking the SD plunge. Please let us know what you AD says regarding the tool kit. Tempus Fugit, Trainer

20 February 2008, 01:21 AM	#28
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,785	Yeah David, took kit comes with it. In fact my dealer gave me one extra. He's really nice. Got mine just a month ago. Love the watch. You made the right choice. Cheers to your new watch.

20 February 2008, 01:24 AM	#29
fsouth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: furman south Location: pittsburgh, pa Watch: rolex daytona Posts: 145	I just picked one up this past weekend. I can certainly see the etching but my watch does not have the RRR etching inside the bezel. Does your watch have the RRR?

20 February 2008, 01:41 AM	#30
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Congrats on the SD enjoy your new watch and wear it in goog health __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

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