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Old 21 July 2020, 10:53 AM   #1
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Beautiful 116520 service pics from LA watch works
I was very sad when Vanessa at JOT retired a few years ago. After recently picking up a mint 116520 in need of service I debated just sending to Rolex but was sold on LA Watch Works due to reputation and commitment to great service. I am always amazed when I see the process of a service in action. Here she is getting all the love!
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Old 21 July 2020, 11:02 AM   #2
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Very nice shots!


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Old 21 July 2020, 11:18 AM   #3
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A large collection of fiddly bits. Nice shots.
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Old 21 July 2020, 11:27 AM   #4
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It's a marvel! 201 parts and only 12 screws.
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Old 21 July 2020, 12:15 PM   #5
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It's a marvel! 201 parts and only 12 screws.
the intricacies of the mechanics on such a small scale are unreal.
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Old 21 July 2020, 01:25 PM   #6
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Amazing breakdown pic! Thanks for sharing.
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Old 21 July 2020, 01:42 PM   #7
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Wow, impressive!
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Old 21 July 2020, 03:35 PM   #8
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Old 21 July 2020, 09:11 PM   #9
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Nice shot, LAWW do have a reputation on finishing and detailing watches. Hope you can share some pics of the casework
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Old 21 July 2020, 09:19 PM   #10
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So the first shot is a Daytona, yet the movement shot shows a disassembled 3185
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Old 21 July 2020, 09:29 PM   #11
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So the first shot is a Daytona, yet the movement shot shows a disassembled 3185

They probably take a pic of the watch without the case and then the same disassembled movement picture thinking nobody would notice lol.


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Old 22 July 2020, 12:08 AM   #12
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They probably take a pic of the watch without the case and then the same disassembled movement picture thinking nobody would notice lol.
Well, in this case it's VERY hard not to notice that the rotor lacks the red "DAYTONA" writing...
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This is why I'm not a watchmaker. I'd end up with a dish with about 5 little parts that I forgot to put back in, and no clue where they belong.
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So the first shot is a Daytona, yet the movement shot shows a disassembled 3185
Fantastic!
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Old 22 July 2020, 02:09 AM   #15
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So the first shot is a Daytona, yet the movement shot shows a disassembled 3185
good catch! LAWW just sent me this . . .
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edit. OP, I'd not be able to recognize as well. Thanks for sharing your pics.
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Old 22 July 2020, 02:12 AM   #17
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Well, in this case it's VERY hard not to notice that the rotor lacks the red "DAYTONA" writing...
Lol I saw it immediately, but then again I even know all of the parts by its reference number... Of most calibers...
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Old 22 July 2020, 02:45 AM   #18
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This is why I'm not a watchmaker. I'd end up with a dish with about 5 little parts that I forgot to put back in, and no clue where they belong.
hahahahaha me too
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Beautiful 116520 service pics from LA watch works
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Lol I saw it immediately, but then again I even know all of the parts by its reference number... Of most calibers...

Man if only the watch community could have half as much exposure to the inner workings of their watches as you do, the topics of discussion would be very interesting and quite in depth
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Old 22 July 2020, 04:34 AM   #21
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the intricacies of the mechanics on such a small scale are unreal.

My thoughts also. And as a watchmaker I know once told me. The magic happens when the last part is mounted and the watch starts ticking.


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Old 22 July 2020, 04:39 AM   #22
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So the first shot is a Daytona, yet the movement shot shows a disassembled 3185
Good catch, Bas!
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good catch! LAWW just sent me this . . .

The winding rotor is perhaps the largest part in the image that is the tell-tale sign (hint: one has a set of bearings whereas one has a pin.)
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Old 22 July 2020, 05:35 PM   #24
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I've read that the 4130 is one of the best chronograph movements in the industry. Why is that? How is it better than the Speedmasters or the El Primeros?
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Old 22 July 2020, 08:22 PM   #25
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Awesome photos & thank you for sharing.
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Old 22 July 2020, 08:29 PM   #26
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