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brandrea · 10 October 2018, 02:31 AM

Good day all.

Today while at the doctors office with my dad, I notice this gentleman wearing a very nice Bluesy

He sat down next to me in the waiting area and I notice that he has his watch engraved on the outside back of the case (where the helium escape valve would be located on a Seadweller).

I’ve never seen a watch engraved in this location before and it got me to thinking ... would any of you engrave a watch case in this location?

I get that case backs are engraved and easily replaced but the case it’s self! Seems crazy to me.

Thoughts?

Heff · 10 October 2018, 02:50 AM

I wouldn’t. Caseback is the best location for a reason.

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t65tampa · 10 October 2018, 02:50 AM

I've seen that before. Probably wouldn't do it to my watches.

BT1985 · 10 October 2018, 02:56 AM

That’s like getting a tattoo on your face...you better be sure and it’s still probably not a good idea.

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Old Geezer · 10 October 2018, 03:02 AM

I’ve seen it. Not my style but if it’s a keeper, why not.

droptopman · 10 October 2018, 03:08 AM

All these years, I have never seen a Rolex engraved on the case like that. Hard pass for me.

Cryten · 10 October 2018, 03:17 AM

I saw that on a bluesy once. When he got closer it turned out to be an Invicta.

Burlington · 10 October 2018, 04:04 AM

I think it depends on what was engraved really. I recall seeing a link to a vintage GMT for sale posted here, IIRC it was with the owners name on the side (was used in Vietnam) which was fitting for the use and time.

Rolex addict · 10 October 2018, 04:08 AM

No thanks.

GradyPhilpott · 10 October 2018, 04:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I notice that he has his watch engraved on the outside back of the case (where the helium escape valve would be located on a Seadweller).

Are you sure the inscription didn't say "Invicta?"

SearChart · 10 October 2018, 04:48 AM

To each their own, I have nothing against it but wouldn't want it on my own watch.

It can always be laser welded before refinishing

GB-man · 10 October 2018, 04:50 AM

Blancpain does it on all their 50 Fathoms lol

AK797 · 10 October 2018, 05:42 AM

No one would and nor did this buyer, AD did it on the sly.

fskywalker · 10 October 2018, 09:34 AM

Some other manufacturers, like Omega, have watches that comes with inscription in the sides on limited editions (Seamaster 150th anniversary edition picture below). If he had it done on the 9 side guess he wanted it to be visible to him when he is wearing it (not possible obviously when done in the caseback).

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brandrea · 10 October 2018, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Are you sure the inscription didn't say "Invicta?"

You’ve got me wondering

brandrea · 10 October 2018, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GB-man

Blancpain does it on all their 50 Fathoms lol

Touché Tom. I still can’t get past that and the date display ... otherwise, I think I’d love to own one

1William · 10 October 2018, 08:53 PM

I would not and don't like engraving like that.

DLRIDES · 10 October 2018, 10:11 PM

If it’s a keeper, why not ?

Additionally, the case could be filled and refinished easily ..............

10 October 2018, 02:31 AM	#1
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,126	<<< Engraving >>> Good day all. Today while at the doctors office with my dad, I notice this gentleman wearing a very nice Bluesy He sat down next to me in the waiting area and I notice that he has his watch engraved on the outside back of the case (where the helium escape valve would be located on a Seadweller). I’ve never seen a watch engraved in this location before and it got me to thinking ... would any of you engrave a watch case in this location? I get that case backs are engraved and easily replaced but the case it’s self! Seems crazy to me. Thoughts?

10 October 2018, 02:50 AM	#3
t65tampa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,262	I've seen that before. Probably wouldn't do it to my watches. __________________ t65tampa

10 October 2018, 02:56 AM	#4
BT1985 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,911	<<< Engraving >>> That’s like getting a tattoo on your face...you better be sure and it’s still probably not a good idea. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 October 2018, 03:08 AM	#6
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	All these years, I have never seen a Rolex engraved on the case like that. Hard pass for me. __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

10 October 2018, 04:04 AM	#8
Burlington "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Europe Posts: 5,643	I think it depends on what was engraved really. I recall seeing a link to a vintage GMT for sale posted here, IIRC it was with the owners name on the side (was used in Vietnam) which was fitting for the use and time. __________________ “My tastes are simple; I am easily satisfied with the best.” ― Winston S. Churchill

10 October 2018, 02:50 AM	#2
Heff "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Germany Watch: Speedmaster Pro Posts: 1,023	I wouldn’t. Caseback is the best location for a reason. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 October 2018, 03:02 AM	#5
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 5,287	I’ve seen it. Not my style but if it’s a keeper, why not.

10 October 2018, 03:17 AM	#7
Cryten "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Terrafirma Posts: 2,655	I saw that on a bluesy once. When he got closer it turned out to be an Invicta.

10 October 2018, 04:08 AM	#9
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	No thanks.

10 October 2018, 04:50 AM	#12
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Blancpain does it on all their 50 Fathoms lol __________________

10 October 2018, 05:42 AM	#13
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	No one would and nor did this buyer, AD did it on the sly.

10 October 2018, 09:34 AM	#14
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,182	<<< Engraving >>> Some other manufacturers, like Omega, have watches that comes with inscription in the sides on limited editions (Seamaster 150th anniversary edition picture below). If he had it done on the 9 side guess he wanted it to be visible to him when he is wearing it (not possible obviously when done in the caseback). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

10 October 2018, 08:53 PM	#17
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,787	I would not and don't like engraving like that.

10 October 2018, 10:11 PM	#18
DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,675	If it’s a keeper, why not ? Additionally, the case could be filled and refinished easily .............. __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

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