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Serpico2359 · 25 February 2011, 03:37 AM

I recently sent my 2001 SS sub date to a AD for some minor cosmetic part replacements. These parts were showing wear and I wanted to get brand new parts to make my SS sub look brand new again. I had them send my watch to Rolex USA for the repairs. On the list of replacements was a new clasp,bezel insert,and crown. I also had them overhaul the watch which included a polish,oiling, and new seals on the triplock.

You ask, "How much did this cost?" Well I was a little shocked myself when the bill was $1200 US dollars! Well, at least I'll have a brand new watch again and may try and sell it so I can get a sub C.

STEELINOX · 25 February 2011, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Serpico2359

I recently sent my 2001 SS sub date to a AD for some minor cosmetic part replacements. These parts were showing wear and I wanted to get brand new parts to make my SS sub look brand new again. I had them send my watch to Rolex USA for the repairs. On the list of replacements was a new clasp,bezel insert,and crown. I also had them overhaul the watch which included a polish,oiling, and new seals on the triplock.

You ask, "How much did this cost?" Well I was a little shocked myself when the bill was $1200 US dollars! Well, at least I'll have a brand new watch again and may try and sell it so I can get a sub C.

slcbbrown · 25 February 2011, 04:52 AM

Ouch! Just curious, but how could you need the bezel insert and clasp after only 10 years?

mickyvee · 25 February 2011, 05:22 AM

Ouch! My sub was recently fully serviced, and re-furbished, at my local AD. It came back looking brand new, for the very reasonable cost of £300. It only took three weeks, as well!

swish77 · 25 February 2011, 05:32 AM

Standard Sub service should be $550 at RSC NYC, and that includes a new insert and polishing. Not sure about the other parts, such as the clasp, but $1200 sounds very high for all that. However, I too was shocked when I was told that a replacement Sub bracelet (93150, 580 end pieces) is about $1,100 there, so I guess nothing should surprise us any more about Rolex service prices.

Hooper · 25 February 2011, 05:53 AM

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Originally Posted by swish77

Standard Sub service should be $550 at RSC NYC, and that includes a new insert and polishing. Not sure about the other parts, such as the clasp, but $1200 sounds very high for all that. However, I too was shocked when I was told that a replacement Sub bracelet (93150, 580 end pieces) is about $1,100 there, so I guess nothing should surprise us any more about Rolex service prices.

I agree ??

STEELINOX · 25 February 2011, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by slcbbrown

Ouch! Just curious, but how could you need the bezel insert and clasp after only 10 years?

Things get scratched, things get 'worn,' things get 'very worn' !

Dr. Robert · 25 February 2011, 06:57 AM

Back in 2005 I had both of my explorer II 1655's serviced & renovated(parts replaced etc.) @ RSC SFO & it was US$800. each.
Well worth it, they did a wonderful job.

Ebruner · 25 February 2011, 07:07 AM

Why did it need a clasp?

-Eddie

Jason71 · 25 February 2011, 08:10 AM

You should have checked with Bob Ridley. I bet he could have done a fantastic job for less money. I am getting more parts replaced than that from him on a 1981 sub right now and it is costing me $1,100.

Serpico2359 · 25 February 2011, 10:54 AM

Ok, I should have explained that I have a bit of OCD when it comes to scratches or any other imperfections on my watch. That being said, rounding off, it was $575 for the overhaul,$350 for a new clasp,$90 for a new bezel insert and $100 for a new crown. Plus $60 for shipping.

Dr. Robert · 25 February 2011, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Serpico2359

Ok, I should have explained that I have a bit of OCD when it comes to scratches or any other imperfections on my watch. That being said, rounding off, it was $575 for the overhaul,$350 for a new clasp,$90 for a new bezel insert and $100 for a new crown. Plus $60 for shipping.

a small price to pay for a beautifully renovated Rolex

dddrees · 25 February 2011, 11:04 AM

Hey as long as your getting what you want and you are happy, it's good deal.

Tools · 25 February 2011, 01:29 PM

Sounds about right for what you asked for...

You know they don't do any of that work, or charge anything, until they get your approval for the parts and price..........

Serpico2359 · 25 February 2011, 03:25 PM

yup I know, I ok'd it. I'm already setting $ aside to upgrade to a Sub C

Singslinger · 25 February 2011, 07:29 PM

If your next service is in 10 years, then it works out to just $120 per year to enjoy a refurbished, looks-as-good-as-new watch that'll give you peace of mind as well as pleasure every time you glance at the time.

To me, that's a decent deal.

25 February 2011, 03:37 AM	#1
Serpico2359 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA Posts: 42	Ss sub makeover $$$$$$ I recently sent my 2001 SS sub date to a AD for some minor cosmetic part replacements. These parts were showing wear and I wanted to get brand new parts to make my SS sub look brand new again. I had them send my watch to Rolex USA for the repairs. On the list of replacements was a new clasp,bezel insert,and crown. I also had them overhaul the watch which included a polish,oiling, and new seals on the triplock. You ask, "How much did this cost?" Well I was a little shocked myself when the bill was $1200 US dollars! Well, at least I'll have a brand new watch again and may try and sell it so I can get a sub C.

25 February 2011, 06:57 AM	#8
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,288	Back in 2005 I had both of my explorer II 1655's serviced & renovated(parts replaced etc.) @ RSC SFO & it was US$800. each. Well worth it, they did a wonderful job. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

25 February 2011, 07:07 AM	#9
Ebruner "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Eddie Location: Kentucky Watch: 118208 Posts: 2,510	Why did it need a clasp? -Eddie __________________

25 February 2011, 08:10 AM	#10
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	You should have checked with Bob Ridley. I bet he could have done a fantastic job for less money. I am getting more parts replaced than that from him on a 1981 sub right now and it is costing me $1,100. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

25 February 2011, 11:04 AM	#13
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Hey as long as your getting what you want and you are happy, it's good deal. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

25 February 2011, 04:52 AM	#3
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	Ouch! Just curious, but how could you need the bezel insert and clasp after only 10 years?

25 February 2011, 05:22 AM	#4
mickyvee Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: mick vigano Location: UK Watch: SS Sub 16610 Posts: 263	Ouch! My sub was recently fully serviced, and re-furbished, at my local AD. It came back looking brand new, for the very reasonable cost of £300. It only took three weeks, as well!

25 February 2011, 05:32 AM	#5
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 7,001	Standard Sub service should be $550 at RSC NYC, and that includes a new insert and polishing. Not sure about the other parts, such as the clasp, but $1200 sounds very high for all that. However, I too was shocked when I was told that a replacement Sub bracelet (93150, 580 end pieces) is about $1,100 there, so I guess nothing should surprise us any more about Rolex service prices.

25 February 2011, 10:54 AM	#11
Serpico2359 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA Posts: 42	Ok, I should have explained that I have a bit of OCD when it comes to scratches or any other imperfections on my watch. That being said, rounding off, it was $575 for the overhaul,$350 for a new clasp,$90 for a new bezel insert and $100 for a new crown. Plus $60 for shipping.

25 February 2011, 01:29 PM	#14
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Sounds about right for what you asked for... You know they don't do any of that work, or charge anything, until they get your approval for the parts and price.......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

25 February 2011, 03:25 PM	#15
Serpico2359 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA Posts: 42	yup I know, I ok'd it. I'm already setting $ aside to upgrade to a Sub C

25 February 2011, 07:29 PM	#16
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	If your next service is in 10 years, then it works out to just $120 per year to enjoy a refurbished, looks-as-good-as-new watch that'll give you peace of mind as well as pleasure every time you glance at the time. To me, that's a decent deal.

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