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chris242 · 24 January 2017, 12:06 AM

i can't say that i like it! was told to leave it on though...but i haven't seen any others with the sticker still on.. maybe it had sentimental meaning to the previous owner?

Speed · 24 January 2017, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by chris242

i can't say that i like it! was told to leave it on though...but i haven't seen any others with the sticker still on.. maybe it had sentimental meaning to the previous owner?

Curious...What were the reasons you were told to leave it on?

chris242 · 24 January 2017, 12:41 AM

he said something about value...being my first rolex i figured id listen to him..maybe he didn't know what he was talking about!

watchwatcher · 24 January 2017, 01:08 AM

Is there any benefit? I would guess that some people keep it on to show how "pristine" they've kept their watch...and hopefully increase resale value.

Is that true? Well...I guess I would answer that by saying, would it make a difference to you if you were buying a pre-owned watch and one had the back sticker on and one didn't? For me, no, but to each his own.

For me, it's one of the first things to go. The beauty of the Rolex case is how silky smooth the metal feels against the skin. Just my opinion, of course.

daveo5 · 24 January 2017, 03:30 AM

Remove, does nothing to increase value, nor does it increase performance.

chris242 · 24 January 2017, 06:39 AM

now that's sexy!
thanks for the advice guys.. now the dealer said it's personal preference and for authenticity purposes.. bloke!

chris242 · 24 January 2017, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Is there any benefit? I would guess that some people keep it on to show how "pristine" they've kept their watch...and hopefully increase resale value.

Is that true? Well...I guess I would answer that by saying, would it make a difference to you if you were buying a pre-owned watch and one had the back sticker on and one didn't? For me, no, but to each his own.

For me, it's one of the first things to go. The beauty of the Rolex case is how silky smooth the metal feels against the skin. Just my opinion, of course.

it definitely wasn't in pristine condition! feels cleaner and more prestine now!

jb335 · 24 January 2017, 06:48 AM

I received my Sub on Saturday (thanks takuya) and I am proud to say I IMMEDIATELY took ALL the stickers off it so it could breathe properly.

MonBK · 24 January 2017, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by jb335

I received my Sub on Saturday (thanks takuya) and I am proud to say I IMMEDIATELY took ALL the stickers off it so it could breathe properly.

You're comparing apples to oranges.

Bjjdude · 24 January 2017, 07:01 AM

For me, comes off right away. Unless I intend to flip it.

flyinbrian · 24 January 2017, 07:17 AM

If you're going to wear the watch the stickers come off

My ritual involves taking them all off and I stick them inside the first page of one of the books. Not sure why I do that but if I ever resell the watch is definitely complete

jb335 · 24 January 2017, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

You're comparing apples to oranges.

I don't think I am. I am just stating my philosophy towards stickers on watches. I believe that is germane to the subject of the thread.

chris242 · 24 January 2017, 10:31 AM

sexiness!

TickTockChuck · 24 January 2017, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

IMHO you have two options and they are both right.

If you like the sticker keep it on, if it bothers you peel it off.

Agreed! Cheers!

ap1 · 24 January 2017, 11:55 AM

Peel it dude. It's time

Boaters · 24 January 2017, 12:26 PM

Looks so much better without it!

chris242 · 24 January 2017, 01:27 PM

i agree dude! feels better too!

Tools · 24 January 2017, 02:37 PM

A few years ago we always had some folks who swore that keeping the sticker on the back lent some sort of legitimacy to their watch.

There were also some publications that told you that if it didn't have a sticker on the back the watch was probably fake..

Both assertions were false, of course, but half our Forum traffic seemed to be about that sticker...

The whole point of the sticker did not mean any such thing, of course. The purpose is to keep the back from getting scratched by the clasp prior to sale. Now days they use a clear sticker for the same purpose.

jmrxtr · 24 January 2017, 03:29 PM

wear it until it falls off

ilovewatchestoo · 24 January 2017, 04:22 PM

It's funny that someone could get comfort when they see that sticker thinking it authenticates the watch in some way. It's gross leaving it on.

MonBK · 24 January 2017, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by jb335

I don't think I am. I am just stating my philosophy towards stickers on watches. I believe that is germane to the subject of the thread.

It's obvious that we don't compare the same thing.

It's difficult to determine if OP's sticker is the hologram or the version before that but it does look like it is.

As far as todays flimsy plastic stickers of course I agree to peel them off.

chris242 · 24 January 2017, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ilovewatchestoo

It's funny that someone could get comfort when they see that sticker thinking it authenticates the watch in some way. It's gross leaving it on.

that's what the AD said.. feel like i know more than he does at this point..! this forum incredibly informative!

swish77 · 25 January 2017, 12:41 AM

I wouldn't leave a nasty, mucked-up sticker on the case back, but I actually buy those generic clear stickers with the red lines and put them on my case backs to protect them. Any time you lay your watch flat with the bracelet, that case back can get scratched. And NATO straps can also scratch your case back. I once wore a NATO for about a year on an old 14060 Sub and the outline/shadow of the NATO strap was permanently imbedded on the case back. With the stickers, that doesn't happen.

chris242 · 25 January 2017, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by swish77

I wouldn't leave a nasty, mucked-up sticker on the case back, but I actually buy those generic clear stickers with the red lines and put them on my case backs to protect them. Any time you lay your watch flat with the bracelet, that case back can get scratched. And NATO straps can also scratch your case back. I once wore a NATO for about a year on an old 14060 Sub and the outline/shadow of the NATO strap was permanently imbedded on the case back. With the stickers, that doesn't happen.

can't seem to find them on amazon, do you mind sending a link? wanted to look into that

Anthon · 25 January 2017, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyle78

Get rid of that sticker, it's a petri dish of bacteria

I think you'll find far, far more gunk, bacteria and other bodily fluid residue behind the bezel and crown. Don't let it bother you

swish77 · 25 January 2017, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by chris242

can't seem to find them on amazon, do you mind sending a link? wanted to look into that

I got mine here:
http://www.bostonwatchexchange.com/R.../redline12.htm

They're cheaper than on Amazon. I believe the 28mm ones are correct for 40mm case Rolexes, but double-check.

chris242 · 26 January 2017, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by swish77

I got mine here:
http://www.bostonwatchexchange.com/R.../redline12.htm

They're cheaper than on Amazon. I believe the 28mm ones are correct for 40mm case Rolexes, but double-check.

thanks!

24 January 2017, 06:39 AM	#36
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24 January 2017, 10:31 AM	#43
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24 January 2017, 02:37 PM	#48
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	A few years ago we always had some folks who swore that keeping the sticker on the back lent some sort of legitimacy to their watch. There were also some publications that told you that if it didn't have a sticker on the back the watch was probably fake.. Both assertions were false, of course, but half our Forum traffic seemed to be about that sticker... The whole point of the sticker did not mean any such thing, of course. The purpose is to keep the back from getting scratched by the clasp prior to sale. Now days they use a clear sticker for the same purpose. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

24 January 2017, 03:29 PM	#49
jmrxtr "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Jon Location: Portland, OR Watch: PamRolexIWC Posts: 649	it's cool wear it until it falls off

24 January 2017, 12:06 AM	#31
chris242 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The Bahamas Watch: 116610lv Posts: 1,078	i can't say that i like it! was told to leave it on though...but i haven't seen any others with the sticker still on.. maybe it had sentimental meaning to the previous owner?

24 January 2017, 12:41 AM	#33
chris242 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The Bahamas Watch: 116610lv Posts: 1,078	he said something about value...being my first rolex i figured id listen to him..maybe he didn't know what he was talking about!

24 January 2017, 01:08 AM	#34
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	Is there any benefit? I would guess that some people keep it on to show how "pristine" they've kept their watch...and hopefully increase resale value. Is that true? Well...I guess I would answer that by saying, would it make a difference to you if you were buying a pre-owned watch and one had the back sticker on and one didn't? For me, no, but to each his own. For me, it's one of the first things to go. The beauty of the Rolex case is how silky smooth the metal feels against the skin. Just my opinion, of course.

24 January 2017, 03:30 AM	#35
daveo5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Las Vegas NV Watch: 14060M COSC Posts: 1,336	Remove, does nothing to increase value, nor does it increase performance.

24 January 2017, 06:48 AM	#38
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,461	I received my Sub on Saturday (thanks takuya) and I am proud to say I IMMEDIATELY took ALL the stickers off it so it could breathe properly.

24 January 2017, 07:01 AM	#40
Bjjdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 30	For me, comes off right away. Unless I intend to flip it.

24 January 2017, 07:17 AM	#41
flyinbrian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: AZ Watch: Rolex Posts: 860	If you're going to wear the watch the stickers come off My ritual involves taking them all off and I stick them inside the first page of one of the books. Not sure why I do that but if I ever resell the watch is definitely complete

24 January 2017, 11:55 AM	#45
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,536	Peel it dude. It's time

24 January 2017, 12:26 PM	#46
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Looks so much better without it!

24 January 2017, 01:27 PM	#47
chris242 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The Bahamas Watch: 116610lv Posts: 1,078	i agree dude! feels better too!

24 January 2017, 04:22 PM	#50
ilovewatchestoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: 114060 Posts: 425	It's funny that someone could get comfort when they see that sticker thinking it authenticates the watch in some way. It's gross leaving it on.

25 January 2017, 12:41 AM	#53
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 6,999	I wouldn't leave a nasty, mucked-up sticker on the case back, but I actually buy those generic clear stickers with the red lines and put them on my case backs to protect them. Any time you lay your watch flat with the bracelet, that case back can get scratched. And NATO straps can also scratch your case back. I once wore a NATO for about a year on an old 14060 Sub and the outline/shadow of the NATO strap was permanently imbedded on the case back. With the stickers, that doesn't happen.

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