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27 July 2019, 01:53 AM | #61 |
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This 100%. Rolex replaces same for same. Few years back, I bought a 16660 from a jeweler in NY, came with the 16610 clasp (93150 vs 93160). Rolex would not take the clasp mounted and replace it with the correct one. I returned the watch to the seller for a full refund (Rolex letter included) since I had no desire to own a franken piece.
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29 July 2019, 09:12 PM | #63 |
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Hi OP.
How did it go with the parts seller?
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Thank you for the update.
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that way you may get some of the conversion if not all of the conversion paid for by them technically.
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I think ideally you would show this evidence to watchfinder. They should offer you a refund.
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If the OP is successful, he will have converted a £7k watch into a £14k watch. Bargain of the year if he can get the parts. I doubt he'd want a refund even if he could get it.
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Hi op.
How goes the parts search?
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I bought the parts. Here is the tracking info:
August 16, 2019, 9:52 am Customs Clearance Processing Complete UNITED KINGDOM Your item cleared customs in UNITED KINGDOM at 9:52 am on August 16, 2019. I will provide the photos once received :) |
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What's the next stage? Will you be getting the parts fitted and then taking it to the RSC for a service?
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I need to find proper watchmaker. I was going to ask Goldsmiths and small local ones. What do you think about Goldsmiths to change dial and hands? |
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I don't know anything about goldsmiths. Perhaps start a new thread requesting the details of someone who could change them over. Might be an idea to contact the RSC again. They would be stripping your watch down for the service.
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He doesn't have to, not my watch
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23 August 2019, 12:21 AM | #77 |
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Hi OP.
What's the latest?
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I'm very surprised that Rolex won't just change everything back
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For everyone scratching their heads about who in their right mind would convert a Kermit to a 16610LN, please remember these weren't *that* sought after before a few years ago. The market has driven the hype and price up on these considerably but I remember these were to be had for around $6-7k used which wasn't much more than the LN variant
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all this gives me a big headache...you must have a lot of time and money...in the long run...your spending more...
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24 August 2019, 07:41 PM | #83 |
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Hi all,
Here is the update: I have received the parts. The watch is waiting for parts to be installed. I need to find any good watchmaker. Of course I will keep you up to date. |
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If it was just the bezel insert that was missing or incorrect a new one would be issued (although since the insert is a Geneva HQ exchange part if you were to make multiple requests for 'lost inserts' you will quickly find yourself not being supplied the part anymore). But there is no way for the dial to be wrong without something fishy having taken place. Hence; they wont touch it. |
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I'm having a hard time with all of this.
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I used him to service my late fathers Rolex recently, got about 150 photos back of everything and cost circa £260.
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Hi :)
So, after a quite a long time, here it is :). The watch with correct parts installed Last photo with old parts that probably will go for sale. I like it a lot and would like to enjoy it for a while. Ultimately it will go to Rolex for service quote and most likely for service as well. I would like to thank everyone that helped me with this. You are really knowledgeable and helpful here |
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I’m at a loss for words but congrats on making it whole.
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Well done OP. Are you posting some pics in the 16610lv owners thread?
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