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DiamondJack · 24 June 2015, 12:50 AM

So it turns out marble floors and Rolex watches are not a good combination.....

Incredibly, having had a serious "butter fingers" moment and another of extreme fear......there is absolutely no damage other than the ceramic bezel.....

Clearly not ideal but could have been a lot worse.....

00Seven · 24 June 2015, 12:51 AM

Ouch! Sorry to see that. I'd have it checked out by your watchmaker, or likely Rolex since it'll need a new bezel, to make sure the movement wasn't' damaged as well.

DiamondJack · 24 June 2015, 12:51 AM

So looks like it's going to have to be this one for tonight......

SC11 · 24 June 2015, 12:52 AM

Ouch I feel for you fella, but like you said it could of been a lot worse!

phatotto · 24 June 2015, 12:52 AM

Deff could of turned out worse!!

SeaDweller50 · 24 June 2015, 12:54 AM

The only time I take my watch off standing up is if there's a carpet underneath. Sorry about that.

Tseg · 24 June 2015, 01:02 AM

Taking it off in the bathroom so it doesn't get wet? Sorry for your loss.

mjclark32 · 24 June 2015, 01:07 AM

Whoa, not good. Hope it gets quickly and cost effectively!

rootbeer7 · 24 June 2015, 01:09 AM

ooh, I feel your pain.

ernie2 · 24 June 2015, 01:12 AM

Now I worry about my ceramic bezel

Chris B · 24 June 2015, 01:13 AM

Wasn't expecting to see that!!!
As you say Steve it good have been worse, onwards & upwards pal

Cru Jones · 24 June 2015, 01:14 AM

here's hoping that it's just an issue with the insert.

AK797 · 24 June 2015, 01:17 AM

Let us know the cost of a new bezel insert. The SS is around $375.

Danny83 · 24 June 2015, 01:19 AM

Wow second one ive seen this week like that

wantonebad · 24 June 2015, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

here's hoping that it's just an issue with the insert.

I know what you mean Cru but as we all know a movement servicing would be cheaper than a new insert.

Just spit-balling but if this was a 16713 instead of a 116713 would the OP even feel the need to send it in for service?

Thegr8one · 24 June 2015, 01:24 AM

I'm probably in the minority here but I think it looks pretty good without the insert. It has an industrial look going for it. And yes, I understand no insert removes the GMT functionality.

Naz737 · 24 June 2015, 01:25 AM

Noooo! Sorry dood! Hope the movement is ok!

Cru Jones · 24 June 2015, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wantonebad

I know what you mean Cru but as we all know a movement servicing would be cheaper than a new insert.

not sure, but, i would have thought a movement service and/or replacing the bezel would be much more expensive. i would be suprised if the insert itself is dramatically more than the 350 for the LN ceramic insert, no?

jhe888 · 24 June 2015, 01:30 AM

Youch.

Query: Is the ceramic insert an improvement?

Ceramic is very resistant to scratching, perhaps making it better for lighter use, but a metal insert will not break, even if it scratches a bit.

ArcticMoose · 24 June 2015, 01:30 AM

That sucks!

Director EDTF · 24 June 2015, 01:34 AM

Ouch! Good thing you have a spare!

SWISSAHOLICS · 24 June 2015, 01:35 AM

Oh no, this is the second one this week.

Jason71 · 24 June 2015, 02:04 AM

So sorry.......Please post pics when you make it whole again.

wantonebad · 24 June 2015, 02:11 AM

Sorry, Cru, I don't think I was very clear, all I was trying to say was probably nothing wrong with the movement and if it wasn't ceramic there would be no harm no foul.

padi56 · 24 June 2015, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhe888

Youch.

Query: Is the ceramic insert an improvement?

Ceramic is very resistant to scratching, perhaps making it better for lighter use, but a metal insert will not break, even if it scratches a bit.

Well IMHO if you want a bling factor then perhaps ceramic is a yes,but IMHO I cannot see any real advantage in ceramic for today's mainly pampered Rolex watches.Many say the aluminium ones used to scratch and fade,yet I can only speak for the black inserts on my watches well over 20 years old, and compared to today's Rolex wearers had a extremely hard life. Working as real tool watches for many years,yes replaced one insert in all that time cost just then £27 and a DIY fit and my watches still look good today just with normal service.

lmcgbaj · 24 June 2015, 02:17 AM

Oh man. Sorry to see that but I am sure it will come back like new from RSC. I would do a full service while you are at it and get back a new watch. Kills two birds and you get something to look forward to,.

breitlings · 24 June 2015, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wantonebad

Sorry, Cru, I don't think I was very clear, all I was trying to say was probably nothing wrong with the movement and if it wasn't ceramic there would be no harm no foul.

I was wondering that, did the ceramic breaking provide an outlet for energy to dissipate protecting the rest of the watch or would an aluminum insert have had less damage overall?

I never want to find out.

Cru Jones · 24 June 2015, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wantonebad

Sorry, Cru, I don't think I was very clear, all I was trying to say was probably nothing wrong with the movement and if it wasn't ceramic there would be no harm no foul.

aaah, ok,

personally, i tend to think that any force strong enough to crack the ceramic would dent/damage aluminum, too.

but, then, i am in the "ceramic is better" camp.

bdex75 · 24 June 2015, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Well IMHO if you want a bling factor then perhaps ceramic is a yes,but IMHO I cannot see any real advantage in ceramic for today's mainly pampered Rolex watches.Many say the aluminium ones used to scratch and fade,yet I can only speak for the black inserts on my watches well over 20 years old, and compared to today's Rolex wearers had a extremely hard life. Working as real tool watches for many years,yes replaced one insert in all that time cost just then £27 and a DIY fit and my watches still look good today just with normal service.

I think the scratches, dings and fade give them that vintage character at some point. Not. White fan of ceramic inserts but still have one.

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watchwatcher · 24 June 2015, 02:20 AM

Oh man, Steve...sorry that this happened.

Hoping all is resolved soon to your satisfaction.

24 June 2015, 12:50 AM	#1
DiamondJack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Watch: Quite a few Posts: 4,315	And there was nothing in the manual about this...... So it turns out marble floors and Rolex watches are not a good combination..... Incredibly, having had a serious "butter fingers" moment and another of extreme fear......there is absolutely no damage other than the ceramic bezel..... Clearly not ideal but could have been a lot worse..... Attached Images

24 June 2015, 12:51 AM	#3
DiamondJack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Watch: Quite a few Posts: 4,315	So looks like it's going to have to be this one for tonight...... Attached Images

24 June 2015, 12:52 AM	#5
phatotto "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Tony Location: Michigan Watch: a few at a time Posts: 218	Deff could of turned out worse!! __________________ "Things may come to those who wait...but only the things left by those who hustle.” -Abraham Lincoln

24 June 2015, 01:07 AM	#8
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Whoa, not good. Hope it gets quickly and cost effectively! __________________

24 June 2015, 01:25 AM	#17
Naz737 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Matt Location: FL, USA Watch: Sub 16610T Posts: 715	Noooo! Sorry dood! Hope the movement is ok! __________________ 16610

24 June 2015, 12:51 AM	#2
00Seven "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Nick Location: Kennesaw, GA Watch: Omega Posts: 825	Ouch! Sorry to see that. I'd have it checked out by your watchmaker, or likely Rolex since it'll need a new bezel, to make sure the movement wasn't' damaged as well.

24 June 2015, 12:52 AM	#4
SC11 Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Watch: AP ☠️ Posts: 6,151	Ouch I feel for you fella, but like you said it could of been a lot worse!

24 June 2015, 12:54 AM	#6
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	The only time I take my watch off standing up is if there's a carpet underneath. Sorry about that.

24 June 2015, 01:02 AM	#7
Tseg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Tom Location: World Traveler Watch: GMT Master II BLNR Posts: 1,583	Taking it off in the bathroom so it doesn't get wet? Sorry for your loss.

24 June 2015, 01:09 AM	#9
rootbeer7 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 6,157	ooh, I feel your pain.

24 June 2015, 01:12 AM	#10
ernie2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Arnold Location: New York Watch: SD4K+BLNR Posts: 849	Now I worry about my ceramic bezel

24 June 2015, 01:13 AM	#11
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Wasn't expecting to see that!!! As you say Steve it good have been worse, onwards & upwards pal

24 June 2015, 01:14 AM	#12
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,303	here's hoping that it's just an issue with the insert.

24 June 2015, 01:17 AM	#13
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Let us know the cost of a new bezel insert. The SS is around $375.

24 June 2015, 01:19 AM	#14
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,314	Wow second one ive seen this week like that

24 June 2015, 01:24 AM	#16
Thegr8one "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Canada Watch: 79090 & 79180 Posts: 227	I'm probably in the minority here but I think it looks pretty good without the insert. It has an industrial look going for it. And yes, I understand no insert removes the GMT functionality.

24 June 2015, 01:30 AM	#19
jhe888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: John Location: Texas Posts: 377	Youch. Query: Is the ceramic insert an improvement? Ceramic is very resistant to scratching, perhaps making it better for lighter use, but a metal insert will not break, even if it scratches a bit.

24 June 2015, 01:30 AM	#20
ArcticMoose "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Sea Posts: 1,894	That sucks!

24 June 2015, 01:34 AM	#21
Director EDTF 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Nelson Location: Central, NJ Posts: 2,466	Ouch! Good thing you have a spare!

24 June 2015, 01:35 AM	#22
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	Oh no, this is the second one this week. __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

24 June 2015, 02:04 AM	#23
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	So sorry.......Please post pics when you make it whole again. __________________ 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

24 June 2015, 02:11 AM	#24
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	Sorry, Cru, I don't think I was very clear, all I was trying to say was probably nothing wrong with the movement and if it wasn't ceramic there would be no harm no foul. __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

24 June 2015, 02:17 AM	#26
lmcgbaj "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: G Location: Canada Watch: es are FUN!!! Posts: 1,979	Oh man. Sorry to see that but I am sure it will come back like new from RSC. I would do a full service while you are at it and get back a new watch. Kills two birds and you get something to look forward to,.

24 June 2015, 02:20 AM	#30
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Oh man, Steve...sorry that this happened. Hoping all is resolved soon to your satisfaction.

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