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Old 6 March 2021, 08:01 AM   #1
Jonathan-watch
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Gmt 2 band rebuilt ?

Hey everyone's
I wish to hear your opinions wherever i should rebuilt the band in the pics
or should i leave it due to "its got some more life to give" as I've been told
by some of my friends which i appreciate and yet, would be glad to know yours as well..

Thank you guys
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Old 6 March 2021, 08:52 AM   #2
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Certainly doesn't appear to be in danger of disintegrating and causing an actual problem. Has a lot of patina, which only you can decide if you like or not. I suppose another thing to consider would be what is the state of service on the watch itself? If, for example, the watch has never been serviced then a complete RSC makeover may be dollars well spent vs just focusing on the bracelet. They won't go in and tweak the fitment of the links like a RolliWORKS will, but they will polish/brush the exterior pieces (if you choose) to certainly make it look dramatically newer. And of course a clean bill of health on the movement is always a good thing.
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Old 6 March 2021, 09:15 AM   #3
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What you are showing us is not bad wear at all.
It has a ways to go before it gets very bad.
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Old 7 March 2021, 10:32 AM   #4
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Thank you all for your comment's !

It's been six years since last service and i guess it's time
and lately I've been noticing how the band is a little
bit "wobbly" on my whirst, guess i should blame the wear
on the linkings etc.

Last question if i may: Rough estimate of service (overall+new original spring) and the rebuild band ?

**I've read that it's recommended to overall the band (Rolliworks as mentioned) before the wear becomes too aggressive because then it making it more challenging and pricey job and the results not that good comper when it's done prior massive wear, then the results is better and long lasting... please share your personal experience ��

It's about to be the first service in the u.s.a and your help and shared knowledge is highly appreciated

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