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Old 14 March 2024, 07:10 AM   #31
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Sounds like a rant from a "non-polisher" with little on the proof/fact side that the bracelet was "ruined".

Most would prefer a refinished bracelet over a thrashed 10 year old version, or would at least consider it an improvement. They cannot be returned to as-new, but the RSC usually comes pretty close.

It's like the cleaners trying to take out a stubborn stain and being unable to, then being told that they ruined it.
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Old 14 March 2024, 07:48 AM   #32
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I have had a few watches polished by RSC over the last few years. Only one watch was perhaps over-polished (40mm Explorer II), and that was due to a deep scratch on one of the lugs. I guess, the tech decided to make the other three lugs symmetrical as well. That was the right call to make by the tech.

I can't tell the difference between being too polished or slightly polished as I have become less picky over time and where I am in my collection journey.
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Old 14 March 2024, 10:25 AM   #33
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That should have read “ I couldn’t have been happier”. Damn spell check.
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Old 14 March 2024, 11:00 AM   #34
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Until pics presented I rate this a grade 1 DQ (drama queen). No offense to those heavy into theatrics or any actual queens present. Photos can reverse this ruling.
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Old 14 March 2024, 07:33 PM   #35
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RSC Geneva serviced & polished my 16600 and 116520 last year. They looked both like brand new, amazing results.
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Old 14 March 2024, 08:43 PM   #36
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I was not happy with the polishing that RSC did to my bezel. This was completely ridiculous to round out all of the edges. Prior to service the bezel was sharp.
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Old 15 March 2024, 02:25 AM   #37
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I think you're only really safe getting a watch polished from someone that specializes in it- like rolliworks or LAWW. That's the only place I would feel comfortable having a watch polished. Full disclosure, I've never had a watch serviced by the RSC.
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Old 15 March 2024, 03:39 AM   #38
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I think you're only really safe getting a watch polished from someone that specializes in it- like rolliworks or LAWW. That's the only place I would feel comfortable having a watch polished. Full disclosure, I've never had a watch serviced by the RSC.
Agree 100% especially if it's an older piece. LAWW rebuilt a 93150 bracelet that literally was like new after it had a stretch that was unbelievable - costs money but they know what their doing and if they ever had a question as to "do it or not" they'd call. Now, that being said I've had RSC do a couple touch ups before and never had issue. I would be cautious if there were deep gauges or things that would require a lot of metal polished off.

Pics please!
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I was not happy with the polishing that RSC did to my bezel. This was completely ridiculous to round out all of the edges. Prior to service the bezel was sharp.
I’d be asking them for a new bezel
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Until pics presented I rate this a grade 1 DQ (drama queen). No offense to those heavy into theatrics or any actual queens present. Photos can reverse this ruling.
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I don't think pics are coming given the OP's lack of engagement over the past decade.
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