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buckblue · 12 December 2010, 10:16 PM

I've only had my watch for 12 days bought it on Dec. 1st
Slipped yesterday and fell to the ground and the damage happened to my brand new sub-c LV
the scratching is on the first three parts of the bracelet and a 'tick' on the top right of the case...
v.sad...

can it be repaired to be like new? anyone been through this?

Red Series 3 · 12 December 2010, 10:22 PM

Hard to say without pics.
Real sorry to hear, I'd be gutted.
Take it to your rolex service centre and they will tell you.

petesjag · 12 December 2010, 10:28 PM

sorry to hear that...
All things will become damaged..thats just the way things are...
Somebody visiting last week bumped into an expensive artwork in my house and it tumbled to the floor...damaged ofcourse.....thats the way things are....

buckblue · 12 December 2010, 10:42 PM

here are pics
what im worried about the most is the chip on the case...

Nicko · 12 December 2010, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buckblue

here are pics
what im worried about the most is the chip on the case...

Can't see them...

buckblue · 12 December 2010, 10:47 PM

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Tunacan26 · 12 December 2010, 10:48 PM

Even without photos, I feel your pain. New watch and all. I suppose depending how bad it is will make you decide to have it repaired or not. Hang in there.

R1@160@alltimes · 12 December 2010, 10:54 PM

Sucks that this happened to your new Subc but I wouldn't loose sleep over it. Have it polished and bring it back to new.

buckblue · 12 December 2010, 10:59 PM

can the 'chip' on the top right of the case be fixed?

dddrees · 12 December 2010, 11:06 PM

Sorry to hear about your luck,but it could have happened to anyone of us. It does appear I would think that most if not all of it could be taken care of by a good polishing.

From the Picture its hard to see how deep the chip is. But if it bugs you enough and you can't wait 5 years,I say turn it in to an RSC, have it polished and ask them about the case and see what they say.

Please keep us posted.

Eric88 · 12 December 2010, 11:08 PM

Sorry to hear about this, but these things happen and your watch is tough enough to handle it. You can get a Bergeon tool and brush those spots to blend them back in to the undamaged parts. It won't be absolutely perfect, but I think you can clean it up. Once you've worn the watch for a bit longer, it will develop other age marks and scuffs/scrapes, so those won't look so noticeable.

HL65 · 12 December 2010, 11:09 PM

It is not too bad. A light polish should do the trick and the chip does not stand out. Take it to a good local watchmaker and see what they say.

Clay · 12 December 2010, 11:13 PM

This may be of little consolation, but the "battle scars" that your watch will get over the years, in my opinion, only ad to the over all history and patina of the watch.......
Take it to a good AD and have them give it a polish and forget about it....

NMS75 · 12 December 2010, 11:18 PM

As said take it back to your AD and get them to sort it

M

Johny · 12 December 2010, 11:28 PM

it doesnt look too bad. let the experts look at it and best of luck.

esm · 12 December 2010, 11:36 PM

Well... Hope you are okay - no bruises or broken bones. The damage to the watch can be fixed.
Take it to the RSC and see what they can do.
Good luck

Nicko · 12 December 2010, 11:38 PM

Sorry, I feel your pain, it's not too bad, I say it only gives the watch character.

buckblue · 12 December 2010, 11:44 PM

I guess the bracelet can be polished, my concern is a little chip from the case is that fixable as well?
thanks all

psv · 12 December 2010, 11:50 PM

Nothing to worry about, you should see my 12 year old Sub! :-)

esm · 12 December 2010, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buckblue

I guess the bracelet can be polished, my concern is a little chip from the case is that fixable as well?
thanks all

I'm sure it would be fixed by the RSC. I have a kink on one if the lugs on the 116520 (actually it was done by the wife...), I will just wait til the service to have it fixed by the RSC.... (fingers crossed)

padi56 · 12 December 2010, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buckblue

I've only had my watch for 12 days bought it on Dec. 1st
Slipped yesterday and fell to the ground and the damage happened to my brand new sub-c LV
the scratching is on the first three parts of the bracelet and a 'tick' on the top right of the case...
v.sad...

can it be repaired to be like new? anyone been through this?

As long as you are not injured thats the main thing,the other its a watch and can easily be repaired.Brushing the bracelet is quite easy your could do it yourself,or just wait till service is due.As I am sure your watch will get scratched again thats just a fact of normal wearing life.

SKM · 13 December 2010, 12:02 AM

I am not a watch specialst, however I have repaired minor nicks and scratches in other metals and auto paint. Generally, minor scratches can be sanded and then polished to reduce the depth and sharp edges of the nick or scratch and thus minimize the visual impact.

However there is a limit. If it is sanded too much, a valley is created and the shape/contours of the case edge changes which will look worse than the original nick. I don't know if deep gouges can be filled and sanded smooth, I would think the filled section would show. But I am sure an expert can polish most of the scratches out.

As stated before, all things incur damage and wear and tear over time. It is always very disappointing when it happens, however most things can be repaired to minimize the appearance of the flaw.

ingoodtime · 13 December 2010, 12:07 AM

Sorry to hear about your fall and the damage to your beautiful Rolex. It does add character to your watch and is a good story...12 days and wham! That said, I think the marks on case and bracelet can be easily fixed by a professional.

Let us know how you make out.

meloncap78 · 13 December 2010, 12:12 AM

Man, I'm sorry to hear this but the good thing is that your ok. As most have said here, I think it will polish out quite nicely with a visit to your AD. The nick in the case I cannot say for sure because I cannot tell the depth of it but I am fairly certain that it will buff up like new as well. Best of luck to you.

tfarchio · 13 December 2010, 12:31 AM

That's tough. I'm sure someone can get out the scratches. The chip will probably be a little tougher, but as other people were saying, it adds a little character to the watch. Too bad you just dropped it. It would have made for a better story if it happened while saving someone from a burning building, or fighting off a group of ruffians.

When I first got my watch, all I could think about was the possibility that I might bump it up against something, or that it might get some minor scratches on it. In part, that's why I bought mine pre-owned and "broken in." It took some of the pressure off of me to keep it perfect. After a little while, I was like "F-it," it's only a watch (a really awesome watch, but a watch nonetheless). Now I enjoy it much more. That said, I would not be happy if I dropped it, or it got scratched...especially if I just bought it new a couple of weeks ago. I feel your pain.

Good luck in getting it polished up.

PanosI · 13 December 2010, 12:47 AM

Ohh man, so sorry i feel your pain on a brand new watch so soon.

But don't worry a watchmaker will make it brand new again and you'll forget it once and for all

bayerische · 13 December 2010, 12:58 AM

That sucks man! Sorry it happened to you, but on the good side the scratches look pretty shallow.

EchoBlueUK · 13 December 2010, 12:58 AM

Ouch! I feel your pain. I'd look to send it in to RSC for a re-brushing.

kmleffler · 13 December 2010, 01:24 AM

Sorry to hear about your new watch. As far as I know an RSC will not do a full polish outside of a full service. I asked the NY RSC about polishing out two small nicks on the case of my GMT IIC and they would not do it without a full service. Hope you have better luck.

ersnyder · 13 December 2010, 01:30 AM

OUCH! What about you? The watch can be buffed out and will probably look pretty good afterward. Hope you recover as quickly!

12 December 2010, 10:16 PM	#1
buckblue Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: antwerp Posts: 66	Sad sad day damage to sub-c LV I've only had my watch for 12 days bought it on Dec. 1st Slipped yesterday and fell to the ground and the damage happened to my brand new sub-c LV the scratching is on the first three parts of the bracelet and a 'tick' on the top right of the case... v.sad... can it be repaired to be like new? anyone been through this?

12 December 2010, 10:47 PM	#6
buckblue Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: antwerp Posts: 66	. Attached Images

12 December 2010, 10:54 PM	#8
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	Sucks that this happened to your new Subc but I wouldn't loose sleep over it. Have it polished and bring it back to new. __________________

12 December 2010, 11:09 PM	#12
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	It is not too bad. A light polish should do the trick and the chip does not stand out. Take it to a good local watchmaker and see what they say. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

12 December 2010, 11:28 PM	#15
Johny "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: john Location: Scotland Watch: sub 16610Lv Posts: 13,523	it doesnt look too bad. let the experts look at it and best of luck. __________________ "AFTER DARK" BAR AND NIGHT CLUB GM.

12 December 2010, 10:22 PM	#2
Red Series 3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 25	Hard to say without pics. Real sorry to hear, I'd be gutted. Take it to your rolex service centre and they will tell you.

12 December 2010, 10:28 PM	#3
petesjag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: netherlands Posts: 2,177	sorry to hear that... All things will become damaged..thats just the way things are... Somebody visiting last week bumped into an expensive artwork in my house and it tumbled to the floor...damaged ofcourse.....thats the way things are....

12 December 2010, 10:42 PM	#4
buckblue Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: antwerp Posts: 66	here are pics what im worried about the most is the chip on the case...

12 December 2010, 10:48 PM	#7
Tunacan26 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Chuck Location: Florida Watch: Hulk, DJ, Bluesy Posts: 1,890	Even without photos, I feel your pain. New watch and all. I suppose depending how bad it is will make you decide to have it repaired or not. Hang in there.

12 December 2010, 10:59 PM	#9
buckblue Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: antwerp Posts: 66	can the 'chip' on the top right of the case be fixed?

12 December 2010, 11:06 PM	#10
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Sorry to hear about your luck,but it could have happened to anyone of us. It does appear I would think that most if not all of it could be taken care of by a good polishing. From the Picture its hard to see how deep the chip is. But if it bugs you enough and you can't wait 5 years,I say turn it in to an RSC, have it polished and ask them about the case and see what they say. Please keep us posted.

12 December 2010, 11:08 PM	#11
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,241	Sorry to hear about this, but these things happen and your watch is tough enough to handle it. You can get a Bergeon tool and brush those spots to blend them back in to the undamaged parts. It won't be absolutely perfect, but I think you can clean it up. Once you've worn the watch for a bit longer, it will develop other age marks and scuffs/scrapes, so those won't look so noticeable.

12 December 2010, 11:13 PM	#13
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	This may be of little consolation, but the "battle scars" that your watch will get over the years, in my opinion, only ad to the over all history and patina of the watch....... Take it to a good AD and have them give it a polish and forget about it....

12 December 2010, 11:18 PM	#14
NMS75 Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: United Kingdom Watch: 16610 & 116710LN Posts: 559	As said take it back to your AD and get them to sort it M

12 December 2010, 11:36 PM	#16
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Well... Hope you are okay - no bruises or broken bones. The damage to the watch can be fixed. Take it to the RSC and see what they can do. Good luck

12 December 2010, 11:38 PM	#17
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	Sorry, I feel your pain, it's not too bad, I say it only gives the watch character.

12 December 2010, 11:44 PM	#18
buckblue Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: antwerp Posts: 66	I guess the bracelet can be polished, my concern is a little chip from the case is that fixable as well? thanks all

12 December 2010, 11:50 PM	#19
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Nothing to worry about, you should see my 12 year old Sub! :-)

13 December 2010, 12:02 AM	#22
SKM "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA Posts: 12	Minimizing the nick in the case I am not a watch specialst, however I have repaired minor nicks and scratches in other metals and auto paint. Generally, minor scratches can be sanded and then polished to reduce the depth and sharp edges of the nick or scratch and thus minimize the visual impact. However there is a limit. If it is sanded too much, a valley is created and the shape/contours of the case edge changes which will look worse than the original nick. I don't know if deep gouges can be filled and sanded smooth, I would think the filled section would show. But I am sure an expert can polish most of the scratches out. As stated before, all things incur damage and wear and tear over time. It is always very disappointing when it happens, however most things can be repaired to minimize the appearance of the flaw.

13 December 2010, 12:07 AM	#23
ingoodtime "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,834	Sorry to hear about your fall and the damage to your beautiful Rolex. It does add character to your watch and is a good story...12 days and wham! That said, I think the marks on case and bracelet can be easily fixed by a professional. Let us know how you make out. __________________ Lee

13 December 2010, 12:12 AM	#24
meloncap78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Joshua Location: Syracuse, NY Watch: LV C Posts: 2,204	Man, I'm sorry to hear this but the good thing is that your ok. As most have said here, I think it will polish out quite nicely with a visit to your AD. The nick in the case I cannot say for sure because I cannot tell the depth of it but I am fairly certain that it will buff up like new as well. Best of luck to you.

13 December 2010, 12:31 AM	#25
tfarchio "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Todd Location: Boston Watch: Explorer I Posts: 144	That's tough. I'm sure someone can get out the scratches. The chip will probably be a little tougher, but as other people were saying, it adds a little character to the watch. Too bad you just dropped it. It would have made for a better story if it happened while saving someone from a burning building, or fighting off a group of ruffians. When I first got my watch, all I could think about was the possibility that I might bump it up against something, or that it might get some minor scratches on it. In part, that's why I bought mine pre-owned and "broken in." It took some of the pressure off of me to keep it perfect. After a little while, I was like "F-it," it's only a watch (a really awesome watch, but a watch nonetheless). Now I enjoy it much more. That said, I would not be happy if I dropped it, or it got scratched...especially if I just bought it new a couple of weeks ago. I feel your pain. Good luck in getting it polished up.

13 December 2010, 12:47 AM	#26
PanosI 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Panos Location: Athens, Greece Watch: 16710 Posts: 8,704	Ohh man, so sorry i feel your pain on a brand new watch so soon. But don't worry a watchmaker will make it brand new again and you'll forget it once and for all

13 December 2010, 12:58 AM	#27
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	That sucks man! Sorry it happened to you, but on the good side the scratches look pretty shallow. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

13 December 2010, 12:58 AM	#28
EchoBlueUK "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Posts: 1,543	Ouch! I feel your pain. I'd look to send it in to RSC for a re-brushing.

13 December 2010, 01:24 AM	#29
kmleffler "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ken Location: New York, NY Watch: GS SD GMT Posts: 389	Sorry to hear about your new watch. As far as I know an RSC will not do a full polish outside of a full service. I asked the NY RSC about polishing out two small nicks on the case of my GMT IIC and they would not do it without a full service. Hope you have better luck.

13 December 2010, 01:30 AM	#30
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	OUCH! What about you? The watch can be buffed out and will probably look pretty good afterward. Hope you recover as quickly!

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