Service case. Why not?

[Seibei]

Originally Posted by t65tampa

No problem with me if the watch needs a service case, especially if the old case couldn't guarantee water resistance or similar proper protection of the watch mechanicals.

You MUST SAVE THE SERVICE DOCUMENTATION, however. The serial number will be different and very likely will confuse any future purchaser of the watch. Keep your paperwork or risk hurting the resale value of your watch.

I had an Oysterquartz Datejust that needed a service replacement case. The new serial number was inconsistent with the model age, so the documentation explained why a potential buyer couldn't date the watch based on the serial number.

Amen, good post.

I am still eagerly awaiting an answer to this question though: "Where can I buy that watch, or any Rolex Submariner with an authentic COMEX dial, proper documentation and real Rolex parts for 10K euros?"