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marcella · 14 April 2011, 10:45 AM

Hi, I have my grandfathers Rolex that is 46 years old I took it in to see what it would take to get working adn was told it needed a tune up, new crystal and new face? Cost $250. I am planing on giving it to my brother for college graduation. And wanted to make sure replacing the face would not destroy the value. I do not know what model as it is still at the repair shop it was given to my grandfater in 1965 and has a leather band. Any advise would be appreciated.

Rockrolex · 14 April 2011, 10:50 AM

Welcome to TRF. It would help to see pictures of the watch. If it's being serviced by a jeweler, I would not let them touch the face. The crystal should only be replaced it is damaged. Also when they service it, they should do a pressure test to make sure it is water resistent within specifications after it is serviced.

Tools · 14 April 2011, 10:54 AM

I agree with God...

You should seldom replace the face or the hands as that is almost always where the majority of value is.. of course, if it is beyond usefulness, then there may be an exception..

drockadam · 14 April 2011, 10:55 AM

Which Model of Rolex is it?

mike · 14 April 2011, 11:01 AM

Welcome.

As stated it's generally not a good idea to change the dial, perhaps more so in your case as the watch has such special meaning.

Certainly have it serviced, but barring something really bad I would leave the dial/hands as is. This is an heirloom piece.

Post a photo and we can be more specific.

Michael M. · 14 April 2011, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

I agree with God...

You should seldom replace the face or the hands as that is almost always where the majority of value is.. of course, if it is beyond usefulness, then there may be an exception..

I agree with Larry! Welcome to TRF, and post some pics!

14 April 2011, 10:45 AM	#1
marcella "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mississippi Posts: 1	Replace the face? Hi, I have my grandfathers Rolex that is 46 years old I took it in to see what it would take to get working adn was told it needed a tune up, new crystal and new face? Cost $250. I am planing on giving it to my brother for college graduation. And wanted to make sure replacing the face would not destroy the value. I do not know what model as it is still at the repair shop it was given to my grandfater in 1965 and has a leather band. Any advise would be appreciated.

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Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,967	Welcome to TRF. It would help to see pictures of the watch. If it's being serviced by a jeweler, I would not let them touch the face. The crystal should only be replaced it is damaged. Also when they service it, they should do a pressure test to make sure it is water resistent within specifications after it is serviced. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

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Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I agree with God... You should seldom replace the face or the hands as that is almost always where the majority of value is.. of course, if it is beyond usefulness, then there may be an exception.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

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14 April 2011, 11:01 AM	#5
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Welcome. As stated it's generally not a good idea to change the dial, perhaps more so in your case as the watch has such special meaning. Certainly have it serviced, but barring something really bad I would leave the dial/hands as is. This is an heirloom piece. Post a photo and we can be more specific.

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