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KBM · 10 August 2018, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by RoyalOac

From my understanding, if I rejected any polishing from RSC and took it to LAWW immediately after the overhaul at RSC, Rolex would void my warranty due to LAWW working on it.

Why don't you send it straight to LAWW and have them do everything, from the complete overhaul to the case refinishing? They do fantastic service work as well, and you'll have their warranty afterwards too.

Oh, and not to mention it'll be cheaper than RSC.

WatchinMD · 10 August 2018, 10:51 AM

Scratched up just looks messy in my book. Let the RSC make it look like new

RoyalOac · 10 August 2018, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kauebm

Why don't you send it straight to LAWW and have them do everything, from the complete overhaul to the case refinishing? They do fantastic service work as well, and you'll have their warranty afterwards too.

Oh, and not to mention it'll be cheaper than RSC.

I was quoted $1,000 for an overhaul, which is more than the $850 by RSC with their international warranty, and includes the refinishing.

Chute · 9 August 2018, 01:07 PM

If you got a good deal on it then I agree with completing all the suggested repairs and replacements. It’s your watch now and you’ll have the Rolex papers in your name post service. Plus a fresh from Rolex Daytona will make you really appreciate its beauty

Slowtoes · 9 August 2018, 01:16 PM

I've been looking for an example in that condition for quite some time and can not find one. Please, if anyone has a "beat to hell" Daytona, please contact me. Here's a link to my classified...

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=586532

Oh, and for the record, I would not have it polished ! ! !

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Slowtoes

I've been looking for an example in that condition for quite some time and can not find one. Please, if anyone has a "beat to hell" Daytona, please contact me. Here's a link to my classified...

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=586532

Oh, and for the record, I would not have it polished ! ! !

wow, care to share your reason? I’m really interested in you motive

AdamG · 9 August 2018, 01:35 PM

It looks like something the dog has chewed up and spat out!

sensui · 9 August 2018, 02:23 PM

Looks like the watch has previously been polished with a cruddy job....I'd send it somewhere to cut the edges back up if you really cared but you're going to lose more material.....that'd be my only reason for polishing...not for those scratches.

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Looks like the watch has previously been polished with a cruddy job....I'd send it somewhere to cut the edges back up if you really cared but you're going to lose more material.....that'd be my only reason for polishing...not for those scratches.

my understanding is that the 116520 does not have sharp edges like the Zenith daytonas, and are a bit rounded? Anyway, I’m going to see what RSC does with it and will plan a case restoration with LAWW if needed.

sensui · 9 August 2018, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by RoyalOac

my understanding is that the 116520 does not have sharp edges like the Zenith daytonas, and are a bit rounded? Anyway, I’m going to see what RSC does with it and will plan a case restoration with LAWW if needed.

It's not that rounded....I should know as I own 2 116520s and a zenith.

The 116520 is just like all the other modern Daytonas (I see it on my 116500, 116506, and 116509 as well......the edges are slightly round but it's still far sharper than what I see here.

I wouldn't even touch RSC with this if your hopes are in refinishing.....you need guys like LAWW.

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

It's not that rounded....I should know as I own 2 116520s and a zenith.

The 116520 is just like all the other modern Daytonas (I see it on my 116500, 116506, and 116509 as well......the edges are slightly round but it's still far sharper than what I see here.

I wouldn't even touch RSC with this if your hopes are in refinishing.....you need guys like LAWW.

I think the lighting and photo does not accurate represent the ‘sharpness’ and think the lugs are actually in good shape for being so worn, in terms of the case contour. Here’s a close up photo of the lugs. what are your thoughts?

sensui · 9 August 2018, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by RoyalOac

I think the lighting and photo does not accurate represent the ‘sharpness’ and think the lugs are actually in good shape for being so worn, in terms of the case contour. Here’s a close up photo of the lugs. what are your thoughts?

Looks better IMO. I'd need more pics to be sure or have watch in hand.

If all the lugs are that sharp, I'd leave the watch alone and enjoy it. Look at my zenith that's unpolished...been around the block and then some.

Good honest wear is a ok by me.

Seibei · 9 August 2018, 03:37 PM

Step away from that watch, Sir. If that was my watch and those scratches were the result of me wearing it, then that watch would look more beautiful to me than a factory fresh watch without a scratch on it. I would not polish. I would think about getting a new bezel, but no polish.

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Seibei

Step away from that watch, Sir. If that was my watch and those scratches were the result of me wearing it, then that watch would look more beautiful to me than a factory fresh watch without a scratch on it. I would not polish. I would think about getting a new bezel, but no polish.

I would agree, but it was pre-loved by someone else. I just recently acquired it.

roosvelt · 9 August 2018, 05:26 PM

Leave it alone ! If it's gong to be your daily.

Andy T · 10 August 2018, 06:05 AM

I would definitely get it polished but only by RSC and nobody else, EVER !

SearChart · 10 August 2018, 06:08 AM

Yes I would.

Robbyman · 10 August 2018, 07:41 AM

I would not polish that. I like original condition.

springer · 10 August 2018, 07:51 AM

An 'unpolished" watch is one thing. A ratty-looking unpolished watch is another.

I would have that Daytona refinished or "polished" for sure.

imperio · 10 August 2018, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by springer

An 'unpolished" watch is one thing. A ratty-looking unpolished watch is another.

My thoughts exactly

MJZRolex · 10 August 2018, 09:15 AM

Based on the picture I would get it polished. From that point on it becomes your individual piece of art.

antbkny · 10 August 2018, 09:46 AM

Not a fan of someone else’s “patina” Get that watch polished up like new!

rodo · 10 August 2018, 11:01 AM

I agree with another poster, I wouldn’t do anything to it. I’d wear it as is

Nanasaka90 · 10 August 2018, 11:13 AM

If it's never been polished I'd leave it that way; if it has, I'd replace the bezel and give it a light one..I personally prefer not to polish my watches though.

roosvelt · 10 August 2018, 06:48 PM

Bas your statement should be a sticky!! Should anyone wanted their watch refinished.

txaggie9307 · 10 August 2018, 08:07 PM

Send it to LAWW and watch it come back looking brand new. They can laser weld to diminish lug loss too.

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SearChart · 11 August 2018, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by txaggie9307

Send it to LAWW and watch it come back looking brand new. They can laser weld to diminish lug loss too.

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Laser weld to diminish 'lug loss'?!?!

The only time a laser weld is used on a Rolex case is when there's a big dent or chip...

txaggie9307 · 11 August 2018, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Laser weld to diminish 'lug loss'?!?!

The only time a laser weld is used on a Rolex case is when there's a big dent or chip...

After speaking with LAWW, they can add material to case and work it back down to get it back to factory spec.

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SearChart · 12 August 2018, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by txaggie9307

After speaking with LAWW, they can add material to case and work it back down to get it back to factory spec.

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Interesting.

txaggie9307 · 12 August 2018, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Interesting.

Check out their Instagram page. Their work is amazing and I had them polish a 216570 for me a few months back and it looked perfect.

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10 August 2018, 07:51 AM	#19
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	An 'unpolished" watch is one thing. A ratty-looking unpolished watch is another. I would have that Daytona refinished or "polished" for sure. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

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txaggie9307 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 564	Send it to LAWW and watch it come back looking brand new. They can laser weld to diminish lug loss too. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ *2 FACTOR AUTHENTICATION ENABLED.*

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10 August 2018, 10:51 AM	#2
WatchinMD "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Larry Location: Maryland Watch: Saxonia Moonphase Posts: 3,428	Scratched up just looks messy in my book. Let the RSC make it look like new

9 August 2018, 01:07 PM	#4
Chute "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Austin Watch: 6 digit Rolex+APRO Posts: 1,561	If you got a good deal on it then I agree with completing all the suggested repairs and replacements. It’s your watch now and you’ll have the Rolex papers in your name post service. Plus a fresh from Rolex Daytona will make you really appreciate its beauty

9 August 2018, 01:16 PM	#5
Slowtoes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NY Posts: 124	I've been looking for an example in that condition for quite some time and can not find one. Please, if anyone has a "beat to hell" Daytona, please contact me. Here's a link to my classified... https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=586532 Oh, and for the record, I would not have it polished ! ! !

9 August 2018, 01:35 PM	#7
AdamG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Adam Location: HNL, LDN, SHA Watch: 5 digit ref Posts: 397	It looks like something the dog has chewed up and spat out!

9 August 2018, 02:23 PM	#8
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	Looks like the watch has previously been polished with a cruddy job....I'd send it somewhere to cut the edges back up if you really cared but you're going to lose more material.....that'd be my only reason for polishing...not for those scratches.

9 August 2018, 03:37 PM	#13
Seibei Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: New Zealand Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,630	Step away from that watch, Sir. If that was my watch and those scratches were the result of me wearing it, then that watch would look more beautiful to me than a factory fresh watch without a scratch on it. I would not polish. I would think about getting a new bezel, but no polish.

9 August 2018, 05:26 PM	#15
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	Leave it alone ! If it's gong to be your daily.

10 August 2018, 06:05 AM	#16
Andy T "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: UK Posts: 45	I would definitely get it polished but only by RSC and nobody else, EVER !

10 August 2018, 07:41 AM	#18
Robbyman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Blighty (England) Watch: Daytona/Pepsi/Sub Posts: 1,517	I would not polish that. I like original condition.

10 August 2018, 09:15 AM	#21
MJZRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Ohio Watch: Submariner 14060M Posts: 683	Based on the picture I would get it polished. From that point on it becomes your individual piece of art.

10 August 2018, 09:46 AM	#22
antbkny "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Dblue Posts: 6,723	Not a fan of someone else’s “patina” Get that watch polished up like new!

10 August 2018, 11:01 AM	#23
rodo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 640	I agree with another poster, I wouldn’t do anything to it. I’d wear it as is

10 August 2018, 11:13 AM	#24
Nanasaka90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Earth Watch: 16600, 126600, 126 Posts: 298	If it's never been polished I'd leave it that way; if it has, I'd replace the bezel and give it a light one..I personally prefer not to polish my watches though.

10 August 2018, 06:48 PM	#25
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	Bas your statement should be a sticky!! Should anyone wanted their watch refinished.

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