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Darren Retour · 7 November 2008, 06:05 AM

Hi all,

I picked up my GMT Master 2 16710 Y Serial from the Rolex service centre in Bexley today after its thorough strip down and service. Nine weeks its been away and i was very pleased to get it back today. On the other hand, it has to make way and free up some funds for a new Sub 16613 bi metal bluesy.

So today i am glad to get it safely home but not looking forward to letting it go,but needs must.

Unfortunately, the wife has said i cannot have both

Has anybody sacrificed a watch they love only to get a more expensive model ??

Cheers Darren

Randy Marsh · 7 November 2008, 06:10 AM

No way. I've got my LV today. This is a watch I really wanted for 5 years. This is true love,I will never part from it.
I'm not saying I will be my last watch,absolutely not,but it will stay with me forever,even if it will have to just sit in the safe someday.

Darren Retour · 7 November 2008, 06:13 AM

I would like to upload some images of the watch after its service.
How do i do that ??

Cheers

Darren

SLS · 7 November 2008, 06:13 AM

I have sold one watch to buy another that I liked more! Are you buying new or pre-owned? I have seen some nice pre-owned TT Blue subs that look great for mid $5K USD.
~Scott

Eli · 7 November 2008, 06:14 AM

^^ So why are your two other watches 'gone' ?

Mr Sandman · 7 November 2008, 06:40 AM

Hi Darren,

To answer your question directly.........No I have never sold a watch that I really loved to make way for another.I just couldn't do it

Why dont you keep it and get the other one over a time period that suits you via interest free credit....Especially now the Bank of England have cut the base rate by 1.5 % today

082013 · 7 November 2008, 06:40 AM

Time to make some decisions about that wife :) But seriously, don't fret, if you are upgrading to something you really want, it will soften the blow.

Tortoise · 7 November 2008, 07:05 AM

Darren

I am not aware of a Rolex service centre in Bexley??

Presume this is an independent watchmaker - if so, what is his name and is he any good?

Regards

Darren Retour · 7 November 2008, 07:10 AM

Tortoise:

Rolex UK
Bexley Service Centre
Heathend Road
Bexley
Kent
DA5 2AA

Tel : 01322 625400
Fax: 01322 556756

Business hrs 9-5 Monday to Friday
just got the info from my service invoice.

Regards Darren

PS: Watch is now on For Sale board.

Mr Sandman · 7 November 2008, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tortoise

I am not aware of a Rolex service centre in Bexley??

Rolex Service Centre in Bexley is the main site for all Rolex servicing done in the UK.Excellent standards and excellent service.Soon to move to bigger and more high tech premises with more watchmakers so the turnaround time on a service should be cut by at least 2 to 3 weeks

Tortoise · 7 November 2008, 07:17 AM

Hi

I can't believe I didn't know about this.

I live in Kent and recently sent my Explorer up to the RSC in St James Square for a warranty repair. So you're saying I could have simply driven the Expy up to Bexley, and had the same work done with the same guarantee?

You learn something amazing on this sit every day!

cheers guys

Darren Retour · 7 November 2008, 07:18 AM

Jim,

Mine was away for nine weeks

so heres hoping the next time i send one in for service it will be a little quicker .

Top job, came out 100% perfect,brand new and unworn !!!!!!

regards

Darren

Tortoise · 7 November 2008, 07:24 AM

I can't believe I didn't know this. What a plonker!

I live in Kent and recently sent my Explorer up to St James's Square for a warranty repair.

So you're saying I could have had the same job done by simply driving the watch up to Bexley!!

I needn't have had those sleepless nights waiting for the Expy to be returned in the post!

Mr Sandman · 7 November 2008, 07:27 AM

Hi Darren,

Just got my 14060M sub back a few weeks ago (about 10 weeks for the service).

Came back looking like new too.I sent my 16710 GMT in to them back in 2006 and that came back looking 100% also.

I get mine done every 10 years as I dont wear them everyday so the next one to go in will be the expy 1 in 2016 followed by the SD in 2018.....gives me plenty of time to save up though.

Mr Sandman · 7 November 2008, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tortoise

I can't believe I didn't know this. What a plonker!

I live in Kent and recently sent my Explorer up to St James's Square for a warranty repair.

So you're saying I could have had the same job done by simply driving the watch up to Bexley!!

I needn't have had those sleepless nights waiting for the Expy to be returned in the post!

Think how happy you will be the next time you need the services of Rolex Bexley.....Now you'll know what to do.

I have no choice here in Devon (dont fancy the long,long drive

)so I use my local AD in Somerset.....Same results though

Darren Retour · 7 November 2008, 07:35 AM

There is a standard service price for the GMT,Subbie and Explorer of £285.00 inc VAT. Thats Bexleys prices anyway.

Regards Darren

Mr Sandman · 7 November 2008, 07:37 AM

Darren

pm sent.

Tortoise · 7 November 2008, 07:42 AM

Thanks for the info Darren and Mr Sandman............. and sorry to have hi-jacked your thread!

But to answer your original question, I don't think I could sacrifice my Explorer only to get a more expensive model. Even though I have only owned it since August (as my first brand new Rolex purchase) and it has already been back to the RSC to have its hour hand re-aligned(!), I still love it to bits.

Guess I will just have to save up from scrtach if I really want that Milgauss

Chris B · 7 November 2008, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tortoise

I can't believe I didn't know this. What a plonker!

I live in Kent and recently sent my Explorer up to St James's Square for a warranty repair.

So you're saying I could have had the same job done by simply driving the watch up to Bexley!!

I needn't have had those sleepless nights waiting for the Expy to be returned in the post!

I understand all services are forwarded to & performed at Bexley.

I really have trouble with every "the wife/boss said" post

Phill (UK) · 7 November 2008, 08:51 AM

PM sent Darren

Please get back to me.

ajmarton · 7 November 2008, 05:15 PM

A little off point but I only had that problem with cars - wife made me sell my prestine 81 Mercedes 380SL when I got my 67 Dino Spyder. Dino was a project while the 380SL was like it just came off the show room floor. I regret selling the 380SL even though I love the Spyder and it has been 5 years. Oh well.

marshallr47 · 7 November 2008, 06:38 PM

I have not to date. I will dread that day if it ever comes.

Perdu · 8 November 2008, 03:32 AM

Yes, I traded my GMT II for a TT Sub. because I could not have both. I would love a GMT II and miss it but that's because I love the GMT and the Sub almost as much. In the end I decided the gears on the Sub had less slack, I much preferred the fliplock and I like the fact it sits higher on the wrist. It also has one less complication to go wrong. But if I ever buy another Rolex it will be a GMT II. The TT Sub is gorgeous. Sporty, dressy, elegant, although I prefer it in black, I like both.

jasper · 8 November 2008, 04:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darren Retour

Jim,

Mine was away for nine weeks

so heres hoping the next time i send one in for service it will be a little quicker .

Top job, came out 100% perfect,brand new and unworn !!!!!!

regards

Darren

I just got my 8.4 M 16750 back from Bexley service - took over 12 weeks - man what a rough ride that was.

7 November 2008, 06:05 AM	#1
Darren Retour "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bexley Kent Watch: Bluesy M Posts: 141	Picked up my baby today, still sad though !! Hi all, I picked up my GMT Master 2 16710 Y Serial from the Rolex service centre in Bexley today after its thorough strip down and service. Nine weeks its been away and i was very pleased to get it back today. On the other hand, it has to make way and free up some funds for a new Sub 16613 bi metal bluesy. So today i am glad to get it safely home but not looking forward to letting it go,but needs must. Unfortunately, the wife has said i cannot have both Has anybody sacrificed a watch they love only to get a more expensive model ?? Cheers Darren

7 November 2008, 06:13 AM	#4
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	I have sold one watch to buy another that I liked more! Are you buying new or pre-owned? I have seen some nice pre-owned TT Blue subs that look great for mid $5K USD. ~Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

7 November 2008, 08:51 AM	#20
Phill (UK) "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: England Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 423	PM sent Darren Please get back to me. __________________ A man with 1 watch knows what time it is... a man with 2 watches is never quite sure

7 November 2008, 06:38 PM	#22
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	I have not to date. I will dread that day if it ever comes. __________________ Ron

8 November 2008, 03:32 AM	#23
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	Yes, I traded my GMT II for a TT Sub. because I could not have both. I would love a GMT II and miss it but that's because I love the GMT and the Sub almost as much. In the end I decided the gears on the Sub had less slack, I much preferred the fliplock and I like the fact it sits higher on the wrist. It also has one less complication to go wrong. But if I ever buy another Rolex it will be a GMT II. The TT Sub is gorgeous. Sporty, dressy, elegant, although I prefer it in black, I like both. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

7 November 2008, 06:10 AM	#2
Randy Marsh Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Andrew Location: Sardinia,Italy Posts: 262	No way. I've got my LV today. This is a watch I really wanted for 5 years. This is true love,I will never part from it. I'm not saying I will be my last watch,absolutely not,but it will stay with me forever,even if it will have to just sit in the safe someday.

7 November 2008, 06:14 AM	#5
Eli Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: montreal Posts: 459	^^ So why are your two other watches 'gone' ?

7 November 2008, 06:40 AM	#6
Mr Sandman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Devon U.K Posts: 527	Hi Darren, To answer your question directly.........No I have never sold a watch that I really loved to make way for another.I just couldn't do it Why dont you keep it and get the other one over a time period that suits you via interest free credit....Especially now the Bank of England have cut the base rate by 1.5 % today

7 November 2008, 06:40 AM	#7
082013 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: London Posts: 689	Time to make some decisions about that wife :) But seriously, don't fret, if you are upgrading to something you really want, it will soften the blow.

7 November 2008, 07:05 AM	#8
Tortoise "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: uk Posts: 18	Darren I am not aware of a Rolex service centre in Bexley?? Presume this is an independent watchmaker - if so, what is his name and is he any good? Regards

7 November 2008, 07:10 AM	#9
Darren Retour "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bexley Kent Watch: Bluesy M Posts: 141	Tortoise: Rolex UK Bexley Service Centre Heathend Road Bexley Kent DA5 2AA Tel : 01322 625400 Fax: 01322 556756 Business hrs 9-5 Monday to Friday just got the info from my service invoice. Regards Darren PS: Watch is now on For Sale board.

7 November 2008, 07:17 AM	#11
Tortoise "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: uk Posts: 18	Hi I can't believe I didn't know about this. I live in Kent and recently sent my Explorer up to the RSC in St James Square for a warranty repair. So you're saying I could have simply driven the Expy up to Bexley, and had the same work done with the same guarantee? You learn something amazing on this sit every day! cheers guys

7 November 2008, 07:18 AM	#12
Darren Retour "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bexley Kent Watch: Bluesy M Posts: 141	Jim, Mine was away for nine weeks so heres hoping the next time i send one in for service it will be a little quicker . Top job, came out 100% perfect,brand new and unworn !!!!!! regards Darren

7 November 2008, 07:24 AM	#13
Tortoise "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: uk Posts: 18	I can't believe I didn't know this. What a plonker! I live in Kent and recently sent my Explorer up to St James's Square for a warranty repair. So you're saying I could have had the same job done by simply driving the watch up to Bexley!! I needn't have had those sleepless nights waiting for the Expy to be returned in the post!

7 November 2008, 07:27 AM	#14
Mr Sandman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Devon U.K Posts: 527	Hi Darren, Just got my 14060M sub back a few weeks ago (about 10 weeks for the service). Came back looking like new too.I sent my 16710 GMT in to them back in 2006 and that came back looking 100% also. I get mine done every 10 years as I dont wear them everyday so the next one to go in will be the expy 1 in 2016 followed by the SD in 2018.....gives me plenty of time to save up though.

7 November 2008, 07:35 AM	#16
Darren Retour "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bexley Kent Watch: Bluesy M Posts: 141	There is a standard service price for the GMT,Subbie and Explorer of £285.00 inc VAT. Thats Bexleys prices anyway. Regards Darren

7 November 2008, 07:37 AM	#17
Mr Sandman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Devon U.K Posts: 527	Darren pm sent.

7 November 2008, 07:42 AM	#18
Tortoise "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: uk Posts: 18	Thanks for the info Darren and Mr Sandman............. and sorry to have hi-jacked your thread! But to answer your original question, I don't think I could sacrifice my Explorer only to get a more expensive model. Even though I have only owned it since August (as my first brand new Rolex purchase) and it has already been back to the RSC to have its hour hand re-aligned(!), I still love it to bits. Guess I will just have to save up from scrtach if I really want that Milgauss

7 November 2008, 05:15 PM	#21
ajmarton Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Andrew Marton Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex 16750 Pam 48 Posts: 117	A little off point but I only had that problem with cars - wife made me sell my prestine 81 Mercedes 380SL when I got my 67 Dino Spyder. Dino was a project while the 380SL was like it just came off the show room floor. I regret selling the 380SL even though I love the Spyder and it has been 5 years. Oh well.

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