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Calatrava r · 14 November 2023, 11:58 PM

I bought a 18kt gold piece which has been polished, and the lugs side angles have been softened/rounded a bit. To the untrained eye it's probably not even noticeable, but, still, they are not as sharp as they should be.

Is this something that can be fixed without taking off more metal? Who would you recommend doing this?

rmagoo57 · 15 November 2023, 12:24 AM

We need pictures!

Why buy a watch with ugly lugs in the first place??

watchwatcher · 15 November 2023, 12:30 AM

Yes, let's see some pics.

puma1552 · 15 November 2023, 01:28 AM

Is that something Rolliworks could do by building up the metal with laser welding and then re-profiling the lugs back to what it would've been originally?

Seems like something an RSC may not do, but Rolliworks may. Take a look at their website and google/yelp images, they have some incredible capabilities when it comes to lug restoration.

WatchTimes · 15 November 2023, 01:48 AM

Anything is possible

thesharkfactor · 15 November 2023, 01:50 AM

No, not Rolliworks or anyone else will do that. You can laser weld dents and nicks but you cannot add material with a view to re-profiling a lug.
If it's like a used bar of soap it's finished.

I have asked Rolliworks before to fix a 16613 lug, they said as much.

brandrea · 15 November 2023, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

No, not Rolliworks or anyone else will do that. You can laser weld dents and nicks but you cannot add material with a view to re-profiling a lug.
If it's like a used bar of soap it's finished.

I have asked Rolliworks before to fix a 16613 lug, they said as much.

Interesting to know

Devildog · 15 November 2023, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Interesting to know

And quite incorrect Brian

Rolliworks may not do it but others will. Without being unkind to anyone at Rolliworks, they may nit have the ultimate skill, machinery or time

(Its also easier to do on 18ct cases than SS as the melting point is lower and the material is softer)

brandrea · 15 November 2023, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Devildog

And quite incorrect Brian

Rolliworks may not do it but others will. Without being unkind to anyone at Rolliworks, they may nit have the ultimate skill, machinery or time

(Its also easier to do on 18ct cases than SS as the melting point is lower and the material is softer)

Interesting Scott. Obviously I’ve never looked into this before so always eager to learn what’s what so to speak.

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Ferdelious · 15 November 2023, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

No, not Rolliworks or anyone else will do that. You can laser weld dents and nicks but you cannot add material with a view to re-profiling a lug.
If it's like a used bar of soap it's finished.

I have asked Rolliworks before to fix a 16613 lug, they said as much.

Maybe Rolliworks won't but there are watchmakers who will. Check out Zimmermanwatchrepair or Watchesspa on Instagram.

Devildog · 15 November 2023, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

No, not Rolliworks or anyone else will do that. You can laser weld dents and nicks but you cannot add material with a view to re-profiling a lug.
If it's like a used bar of soap it's finished.

I have asked Rolliworks before to fix a 16613 lug, they said as much.

You absolutely can add material to reprofile a lug. Its done the same way that you fix dents and nicks.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CoVS_...RlODBiNWFlZA==

thesharkfactor · 15 November 2023, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Devildog

You absolutely can add material to reprofile a lug. Its done the same way that you fix dents and nicks.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CoVS_...RlODBiNWFlZA==

Well done! Rolliworks explained to me why they wouldn't do it and why it wasn't feasible. It's good to know there is someone who will try.

Devildog · 15 November 2023, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Well done! Rolliworks explained to me why they wouldn't do it and why it wasn't feasible. It's good to know there is someone who will try.

Yeah. It’s good to know basically anything can be fixed. And even better for those of us in the UK (I think we’re both in Scotland?) that there’s a guy in London who does it

And does it well. His work looks incredible.

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HK_Expat · 15 November 2023, 05:20 AM

It can be done….albeit this was on steel but it was indicated to me at the time it can be done with gold too.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=914812

thesharkfactor · 15 November 2023, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Xyza0722

It can be done….albeit this was on steel but it was indicated to me at the time it can be done with gold too.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=914812

outstanding!

puma1552 · 15 November 2023, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Well done! Rolliworks explained to me why they wouldn't do it and why it wasn't feasible. It's good to know there is someone who will try.

What was the reason Rolliworks couldn't/wouldn't do it?

Big Tex Rolex · 15 November 2023, 01:56 AM

I thought this thread was going to be about people that live in Poland !!!

rmagoo57 · 15 November 2023, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Tex Rolex

I thought this thread was going to be about people that live in Poland !!!

Me too! Or a killer kielbasa or pierogi recipe!!

Devildog · 15 November 2023, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I bought a 18kt gold piece which has been polished, and the lugs side angles have been softened/rounded a bit. To the untrained eye it's probably not even noticeable, but, still, they are not as sharp as they should be.

Is this something that can be fixed without taking off more metal? Who would you recommend doing this?

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CoMU3...RlODBiNWFlZA==

BillA · 15 November 2023, 08:39 AM

OP
What did you mean by Polish question?

Calatrava r · 15 November 2023, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by BillA

OP
What did you mean by Polish question?

It is more like a restoration question.

Thanks everyone for the replies.

horseco · 15 November 2023, 01:24 PM

Pendulum Laboratorio in Italy seems specialize in exactly this. Look them up

Number3 · 15 November 2023, 07:24 PM

Steven Hale has done some excellent laser welding for me in the past on a badly damaged Sub case. They’re also a fully accredited Rolex service centre (they pick up a lot of the vintage work from RSC Mayfair) so they have a full parts account too.

shwr.co.uk

padi56 · 15 November 2023, 09:17 PM

All these replies with no real information to go, on a picture paint a thousand words.

Calatrava r · 15 November 2023, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

All these replies with no real information to go, on a picture paint a thousand words.

My watch has been through enough. No reason to cause it further embarrassment on something it did not cause. LOL

EEpro · 15 November 2023, 09:29 PM

Of course it can be fixed. You might not want to pay it. If you go this route make sure they melt down links from the correct watch so the gold chemistry matches.

Rolex can also replace the case and might offer a 15% credit like they do with other bracelet and clasps.

Or sell it and buy one you like.

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Calatrava r 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 11,418	Polish Question I bought a 18kt gold piece which has been polished, and the lugs side angles have been softened/rounded a bit. To the untrained eye it's probably not even noticeable, but, still, they are not as sharp as they should be. Is this something that can be fixed without taking off more metal? Who would you recommend doing this?

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EEpro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Brad Location: Purdue Watch: Daytona Posts: 9,243	Of course it can be fixed. You might not want to pay it. If you go this route make sure they melt down links from the correct watch so the gold chemistry matches. Rolex can also replace the case and might offer a 15% credit like they do with other bracelet and clasps. Or sell it and buy one you like. __________________ ♛ ✠ Ω 2FA Active

15 November 2023, 12:24 AM	#2
rmagoo57 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Ron Location: Detroitish Watch: GMT II/Sub/Exp II Posts: 2,560	We need pictures! Why buy a watch with ugly lugs in the first place??

15 November 2023, 12:30 AM	#3
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Yes, let's see some pics.

15 November 2023, 01:28 AM	#4
puma1552 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: USA Posts: 716	Is that something Rolliworks could do by building up the metal with laser welding and then re-profiling the lugs back to what it would've been originally? Seems like something an RSC may not do, but Rolliworks may. Take a look at their website and google/yelp images, they have some incredible capabilities when it comes to lug restoration.

15 November 2023, 01:50 AM	#6
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,643	No, not Rolliworks or anyone else will do that. You can laser weld dents and nicks but you cannot add material with a view to re-profiling a lug. If it's like a used bar of soap it's finished. I have asked Rolliworks before to fix a 16613 lug, they said as much.

15 November 2023, 05:20 AM	#14
HK_Expat "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Me go Posts: 434	It can be done….albeit this was on steel but it was indicated to me at the time it can be done with gold too. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=914812

15 November 2023, 01:56 AM	#17
Big Tex Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,574	I thought this thread was going to be about people that live in Poland !!!

15 November 2023, 08:39 AM	#20
BillA 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: US Posts: 3,877	OP What did you mean by Polish question?

15 November 2023, 01:24 PM	#22
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	Pendulum Laboratorio in Italy seems specialize in exactly this. Look them up

15 November 2023, 07:24 PM	#23
Number3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London Watch: 114060LB Posts: 3,985	Steven Hale has done some excellent laser welding for me in the past on a badly damaged Sub case. They’re also a fully accredited Rolex service centre (they pick up a lot of the vintage work from RSC Mayfair) so they have a full parts account too. shwr.co.uk

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