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Acascio · 4 November 2016, 08:53 AM

Hi Guys,

In the market to get some work done to my 5513 sub. New Acrylic, Hand relume, and pearl replacement. I've seen a lot on both of these companies and reached out to both. The prices seem comparable, but I'm really looking for the best to complete the job. Any insight on who to go with will be greatly appreciated?

AgentHsu · 4 November 2016, 08:54 AM

I recently made two posts about this. Use the search for more details. Both are great and comparable because LA watchworks came from ABC

Lordofrolex · 4 November 2016, 09:52 AM

I would say stick to ABC watchwerks as they are the orginal and have been in business for a lot longer. Ive had 4 watches done by them.

AU_911tt · 6 November 2016, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Lordofrolex

I would say stick to ABC watchwerks as they are the orginal and have been in business for a lot longer. Ive had 4 watches done by them.

All of the good ABC guys are now at LAWW.

SubKing · 6 November 2016, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by au_911tt

all of the good abc guys are now at laww.

x2

TimeToGo · 4 November 2016, 10:09 AM

The folks I dealt with primarily went to LAWW...
That is my next stop..

BrazenC5 · 4 November 2016, 10:11 AM

Flip a coin.

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Tools · 5 November 2016, 09:48 AM

I would recommend LA Watchworks.

oldLeatherNeck · 5 November 2016, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

I would recommend LA Watchworks.

Especially if you want that bevel to be refreshed

htbilgic · 6 November 2016, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by oldLeatherNeck

Especially if you want that bevel to be refreshed

That's what I heard too.

STEELINOX · 3 February 2018, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by oldLeatherNeck

Especially if you want that bevel to be refreshed

"Bevel," uhh, its called a "chamfer" friend!

AgentHsu · 4 February 2018, 03:45 AM

[QUOTE=STEELINOX;8244095]"Bevel," uhh, its called a "chamfer" friend![/QUOTE

A square is a rectangle but a rectangle is not a square!

Juggernaut · 6 November 2016, 01:01 AM

Just curious....is Feldman in Beverly Hills not an option?

2ar2c1 · 6 November 2016, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Juggernaut

Just curious....is Feldman in Beverly Hills not an option?

you mean Feldmar on Pico?

Juggernaut · 6 November 2016, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 2ar2c1

you mean Feldmar on Pico?

Yes!...they used to be my go-to watch service shop when I lived in LA and for several years after I moved out-of-state. Are they not what they used to be?

2ar2c1 · 10 June 2017, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Juggernaut

Are they not what they used to be?

the place has changed a great deal: Sol Meller passed away, the shop is moving in a different direction, the service people are not the greatest....

AS1 · 6 November 2016, 09:57 AM

I think they're both great options. I had an excellent experience with ABC post-split.

mattedialdoc · 6 November 2016, 01:08 PM

ABCWW and LAWW are both outstanding options. Alex at ABC is the original godfather of casework, and Beau continues his expertise at his new location. You can't go wrong!

Formerly known as "SD4Kdoc"

AgentHsu · 6 November 2016, 06:19 PM

Did they have a smooth split/transition? Or was there drama due to the unavoidable competition?

JP Chestnut · 9 June 2017, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by AgentHsu

Did they have a smooth split/transition? Or was there drama due to the unavoidable competition?

These guys have so much demand. I don't think either is hurting for work based on service time quotes.

Acascio · 7 November 2016, 01:26 PM

i've heard from other forums it was a smooth split.

Michael M. · 7 November 2016, 01:48 PM

LA Watchworks.

HL65 · 9 June 2017, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael M.

LA Watchworks.

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Lordofrolex · 9 June 2017, 03:54 AM

ABC watchwerk

Jfullm42 · 9 June 2017, 03:59 AM

I worked with Beau at ABC and twice now at LAWW. Always professional, prompt and does a great job. I personally use LAWW now

Stuntpilot · 9 June 2017, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Jfullm42

I worked with Beau at ABC and twice now at LAWW. Always professional, prompt and does a great job. I personally use LAWW now

I agree. Both are good, but I go where Beau goes based on work he has done on cases in the past that I thought were ready for the dumpster.

TheRolexKingofLV · 9 June 2017, 06:27 AM

This should have been a Poll Thread!

JustinK · 9 June 2017, 04:47 AM

I just used LAWW for my 1675 and I am very happy with the results.

chris242 · 9 June 2017, 08:13 AM

i just recently went with the rolex service center.
she's waiting to be picked up now! don't know when i'll make it back to LA though!!!

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GeoffIsringhausenJr. · 9 June 2017, 09:15 AM

I use ABC for everything they're great

4 November 2016, 08:53 AM	#1
Acascio "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Al Location: LI, New York Watch: Sub 72 5513 Posts: 92	ABC WatchWerks Vs. LA Watch Works???? Hi Guys, In the market to get some work done to my 5513 sub. New Acrylic, Hand relume, and pearl replacement. I've seen a lot on both of these companies and reached out to both. The prices seem comparable, but I'm really looking for the best to complete the job. Any insight on who to go with will be greatly appreciated?

4 November 2016, 08:54 AM	#2
AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	I recently made two posts about this. Use the search for more details. Both are great and comparable because LA watchworks came from ABC __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

4 November 2016, 09:52 AM	#3
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	I would say stick to ABC watchwerks as they are the orginal and have been in business for a lot longer. Ive had 4 watches done by them. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

5 November 2016, 09:48 AM	#8
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	I would recommend LA Watchworks. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

4 February 2018, 03:45 AM	#12
AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	[QUOTE=STEELINOX;8244095]"Bevel," uhh, its called a "chamfer" friend![/QUOTE A square is a rectangle but a rectangle is not a square! __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

4 November 2016, 10:09 AM	#6
TimeToGo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 16,736	The folks I dealt with primarily went to LAWW... That is my next stop..

4 November 2016, 10:11 AM	#7
BrazenC5 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: 1665,1675,1680,SD4 Posts: 1,837	Flip a coin. Sent from my Galaxy S6 using Tapatalk

6 November 2016, 01:01 AM	#13
Juggernaut "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 901	Just curious....is Feldman in Beverly Hills not an option?

6 November 2016, 09:57 AM	#17
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	I think they're both great options. I had an excellent experience with ABC post-split.

6 November 2016, 01:08 PM	#18
mattedialdoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,002	ABCWW and LAWW are both outstanding options. Alex at ABC is the original godfather of casework, and Beau continues his expertise at his new location. You can't go wrong! Formerly known as "SD4Kdoc"

6 November 2016, 06:19 PM	#19
AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	Did they have a smooth split/transition? Or was there drama due to the unavoidable competition? __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

7 November 2016, 01:26 PM	#21
Acascio "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Al Location: LI, New York Watch: Sub 72 5513 Posts: 92	i've heard from other forums it was a smooth split.

7 November 2016, 01:48 PM	#22
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	LA Watchworks.

9 June 2017, 03:54 AM	#24
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	ABC watchwerk __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

9 June 2017, 03:59 AM	#25
Jfullm42 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Jeff Location: Seattle, WA Watch: 5513 Posts: 4,235	I worked with Beau at ABC and twice now at LAWW. Always professional, prompt and does a great job. I personally use LAWW now __________________ Instagram - Jfullm42time / Jfullm42time2 (backup)

9 June 2017, 06:27 AM	#27
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	This should have been a Poll Thread! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

9 June 2017, 04:47 AM	#28
JustinK 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Justin Location: Jupiter, FL Watch: 1530,1665,1680 Posts: 2,064	I just used LAWW for my 1675 and I am very happy with the results.

9 June 2017, 08:13 AM	#29
chris242 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The Bahamas Watch: 116610lv Posts: 1,078	i just recently went with the rolex service center. she's waiting to be picked up now! don't know when i'll make it back to LA though!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2017, 09:15 AM	#30
GeoffIsringhausenJr. "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 61	I use ABC for everything they're great __________________ www.instagram.com/gisringhausen

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