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erict · 30 April 2013, 12:50 PM

Hi All,

I'll be sending my Z serial LV to RSC for service within the next year (starting to look a little rough and not in COSC spec) and am wondering what level of cosmetic servicing I should request/agree to. This has been my daily wearer for the majority of the last six years and I have not babied it in the least. The bracelet and clasp are very scratched and I have no problem having them completely rebrushed or refurbished as needed.

However, the case has some dings that a simple polish will not remove. Does RSC let you dictate the amount of polishing they will do to the case or is it totally at their discretion? Also, my aluminum bezel insert is slightly faded and both it and the bezel's edges have noticable scratches. Should I replace the bezel and/or insert, or keep them original to allow them to reflect the age and "character" of my LV?

FWIW, I am the original owner and will always keep this watch, so resale value is of no concern to me. Any input is appreciated.

LA_LEC · 30 April 2013, 01:27 PM

Since you are going to keep it forever and continue to wear it as a daily watch I would just send it and have them do the entire watch so it comes back looking brand new.

Leave it to them...they do thousands of them a year after all.

swils8610 · 30 April 2013, 01:36 PM

I sent my Sub to RSC. It was beat to hell. Bezel was scratched, case dinged up etc. I couldn't believe it when I got it back. Looked like new! Don't know how they do it, but it was amazing.

Davey Boy · 30 April 2013, 01:38 PM

Johny · 30 April 2013, 08:15 PM

hi could you post some pics of your watch please?

77T · 30 April 2013, 08:49 PM

Since you will never sell it, then originality is not of prime concern - having them use their best skills to renovate it is what you pay for...

Does RSC let you dictate the amount of polishing they will do to the case or is it totally at their discretion?
[I have not heard of RSC taking more material off than is necessary - and they will contact you if there is a concern. Mostly they recommend a new case if it can't be refinished to like new condition.]

Also, my aluminum bezel insert is slightly faded and both it and the bezel's edges have noticable scratches. Should I replace the bezel and/or insert, or keep them original to allow them to reflect the age and "character" of my LV?
[If you don't paint the house or walls for 30+ years, then maybe faded insert is better. If you like it to look new then replace the insert since originality won't matter.]

impalass · 30 April 2013, 08:54 PM

When my LV's service time comes up I'll let RCS work it's magic 100%.

Chris B · 30 April 2013, 08:55 PM

RSC will send you a detailed quote & will require your authorisation to precede.

You can discuss what work you wish to be carried out when you have that info from them

padi56 · 30 April 2013, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by erict

Hi All,

I'll be sending my Z serial LV to RSC for service within the next year (starting to look a little rough and not in COSC spec) and am wondering what level of cosmetic servicing I should request/agree to. This has been my daily wearer for the majority of the last six years and I have not babied it in the least. The bracelet and clasp are very scratched and I have no problem having them completely rebrushed or refurbished as needed.

However, the case has some dings that a simple polish will not remove. Does RSC let you dictate the amount of polishing they will do to the case or is it totally at their discretion? Also, my aluminum bezel insert is slightly faded and both it and the bezel's edges have noticable scratches. Should I replace the bezel and/or insert, or keep them original to allow them to reflect the age and "character" of my LV?

FWIW, I am the original owner and will always keep this watch, so resale value is of no concern to me. Any input is appreciated.

No harm whatsoever to your watch will come from just normal routine 5-7 service case bracelet refinish.Rolex will always try and return the watch as new as possible they are not a bit interested in the WIS world.Now IMHO mainly to the LV hype, and some changing a normal black insert 16610 with a sourced green LV insert, now the green 16610 LV inserts from Rolex are $300. Which IMHO is a crazy price and almost silly ceramic prices,now you can request them not to change the insert that's up to you.

FLY-DOG · 30 April 2013, 09:12 PM

If you’re concerned about deep scratches or dings, send your Rolex to Bob Ridley in Arlington TX. He could laser weld the deep scratches/dings and polish the case without removing too much metal.

Bangel · 30 April 2013, 09:12 PM

Seeing as resale is not an issue, I see how much you want to get done cosmetically dependent on how sentimental you are about your watch.

As this watch is a keeper, on one hand you may want to keep it looking as new as possible, just like the day you bought it?

On the other hand, each scratch and ding may be representative of some event which is important to you. Maybe you want it to be handed down to your grandchildren with it bearing the testimonies of your life experiences.

To be honest, I'm not sure what the right answer is, but I don't think there is a wrong one. I've asked the same question myself, but I've given myself some more thinking time as my watch isn't due for a service for a few more years.

cop414 · 30 April 2013, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bangel

Seeing as resale is not an issue, I see how much you want to get done cosmetically dependent on how sentimental you are about your watch.

As this watch is a keeper, on one hand you may want to keep it looking as new as possible, just like the day you bought it?

On the other hand, each scratch and ding may be representative of some event which is important to you. Maybe you want it to be handed down to your grandchildren with it bearing the testimonies of your life experiences.

To be honest, I'm not sure what the right answer is, but I don't think there is a wrong one. I've asked the same question myself, but I've given myself some more thinking time as my watch isn't due for a service for a few more years.

Totally agree with this answer... which really isn't an answer!

When the time comes I'm not quite sure what I'll do either. My Omega Seamaster is due for a service and I'll have that one done to look like new, but it's mainly a safe queen for now so that makes a difference. Tough decision.

mrhy · 30 April 2013, 10:45 PM

I can tell you a new insert is 300 and with the LV they keep the old one

VADanno · 30 April 2013, 11:19 PM

I just got my Rolex back from the Dallas RSC. There were no dings on the case, but had some scuffs on the bracelet from desk diving. The crown had a scratch on it, as well. RSC recommended replacing the crown ($72) along with a full service. The watch looks brand new! It is sitting in the safe, and I plan to sell it as soon as Rolex announces their next price increase. I'm watching YG DD and DJ on the forum sale pages, and will turn white gold into yellow!

erict · 1 May 2013, 01:30 AM

All good info and advice, thanks. I'm leaning toward letting RSC do as they will. Looking forward to having that "new watch" feeling again. And if there are one or two small dings that don't polish out, that keeps the watch uniquely mine.
Cheers!

30 April 2013, 12:50 PM	#1
erict "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: PNW Watch: lar Posts: 123	RSC Service Advice for LV Hi All, I'll be sending my Z serial LV to RSC for service within the next year (starting to look a little rough and not in COSC spec) and am wondering what level of cosmetic servicing I should request/agree to. This has been my daily wearer for the majority of the last six years and I have not babied it in the least. The bracelet and clasp are very scratched and I have no problem having them completely rebrushed or refurbished as needed. However, the case has some dings that a simple polish will not remove. Does RSC let you dictate the amount of polishing they will do to the case or is it totally at their discretion? Also, my aluminum bezel insert is slightly faded and both it and the bezel's edges have noticable scratches. Should I replace the bezel and/or insert, or keep them original to allow them to reflect the age and "character" of my LV? FWIW, I am the original owner and will always keep this watch, so resale value is of no concern to me. Any input is appreciated.

30 April 2013, 01:27 PM	#2
LA_LEC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,793	Since you are going to keep it forever and continue to wear it as a daily watch I would just send it and have them do the entire watch so it comes back looking brand new. Leave it to them...they do thousands of them a year after all. __________________ 16610 ♛ 16610LV ♛ 214270 MK2 "Life is far too short not to wear a Rolex!"

30 April 2013, 01:38 PM	#4
Davey Boy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Dave Location: Alabama Watch: 2006 Submariner LV Posts: 669	Send Your Watch To Bob Ridley @ Watchmakers Int. Just Received Mine Back.

30 April 2013, 08:15 PM	#5
Johny "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: john Location: Scotland Watch: sub 16610Lv Posts: 13,523	hi could you post some pics of your watch please? __________________ "AFTER DARK" BAR AND NIGHT CLUB GM.

30 April 2013, 08:49 PM	#6
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,016	Since you will never sell it, then originality is not of prime concern - having them use their best skills to renovate it is what you pay for... Does RSC let you dictate the amount of polishing they will do to the case or is it totally at their discretion? [I have not heard of RSC taking more material off than is necessary - and they will contact you if there is a concern. Mostly they recommend a new case if it can't be refinished to like new condition.] Also, my aluminum bezel insert is slightly faded and both it and the bezel's edges have noticable scratches. Should I replace the bezel and/or insert, or keep them original to allow them to reflect the age and "character" of my LV? [If you don't paint the house or walls for 30+ years, then maybe faded insert is better. If you like it to look new then replace the insert since originality won't matter.] __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

30 April 2013, 01:36 PM	#3
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,210	I sent my Sub to RSC. It was beat to hell. Bezel was scratched, case dinged up etc. I couldn't believe it when I got it back. Looked like new! Don't know how they do it, but it was amazing.

30 April 2013, 08:54 PM	#7
impalass "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Toronto, Canada. Watch: SD / LV / Daytona Posts: 2,089	When my LV's service time comes up I'll let RCS work it's magic 100%.

30 April 2013, 08:55 PM	#8
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	RSC will send you a detailed quote & will require your authorisation to precede. You can discuss what work you wish to be carried out when you have that info from them

30 April 2013, 09:12 PM	#10
FLY-DOG Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Kerry Location: (GMT -5:00) Watch: 1991 Submariner Posts: 230	If you’re concerned about deep scratches or dings, send your Rolex to Bob Ridley in Arlington TX. He could laser weld the deep scratches/dings and polish the case without removing too much metal.

30 April 2013, 09:12 PM	#11
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	Seeing as resale is not an issue, I see how much you want to get done cosmetically dependent on how sentimental you are about your watch. As this watch is a keeper, on one hand you may want to keep it looking as new as possible, just like the day you bought it? On the other hand, each scratch and ding may be representative of some event which is important to you. Maybe you want it to be handed down to your grandchildren with it bearing the testimonies of your life experiences. To be honest, I'm not sure what the right answer is, but I don't think there is a wrong one. I've asked the same question myself, but I've given myself some more thinking time as my watch isn't due for a service for a few more years.

30 April 2013, 10:45 PM	#13
mrhy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: new york Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,383	I can tell you a new insert is 300 and with the LV they keep the old one

30 April 2013, 11:19 PM	#14
VADanno "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Dan Location: Austin, TX Watch: Rolex Turn-O-Graph Posts: 408	I just got my Rolex back from the Dallas RSC. There were no dings on the case, but had some scuffs on the bracelet from desk diving. The crown had a scratch on it, as well. RSC recommended replacing the crown ($72) along with a full service. The watch looks brand new! It is sitting in the safe, and I plan to sell it as soon as Rolex announces their next price increase. I'm watching YG DD and DJ on the forum sale pages, and will turn white gold into yellow!

1 May 2013, 01:30 AM	#15
erict "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: PNW Watch: lar Posts: 123	All good info and advice, thanks. I'm leaning toward letting RSC do as they will. Looking forward to having that "new watch" feeling again. And if there are one or two small dings that don't polish out, that keeps the watch uniquely mine. Cheers!

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