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13 July 2008, 01:51 PM | #31 |
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13 July 2008, 04:19 PM | #32 |
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The problem of parts and servicing for superceeded products can be seen in many other areas such as the automotive and white goods industries. It would be great for Rolex to continue to service their vintage models well into the future but their main aim is to sell you a new watch!
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13 July 2008, 04:26 PM | #33 |
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I am afraid thats the pitfall of owning vintage pieces.Sad to hear the day they won't even replace a plastic crystal.....
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It would only be parts manufacture time and space in any event as the servicing is done at service centers who's entire reason for existence is to service Rolex and Tudor watches. I am sure they will not totally abandon their heritage. They know already by the amounts serviced and the parts supplied to RSC's and independent Rolex accredited watchmakers there is a very healthy business to be had in the vintage market. |
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13 July 2008, 07:02 PM | #35 |
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I have a 15223 TT Date on an "L".
I am UK based, but for arguments sake say that I had been US based. How long would RUSA be prepared to service and repair the watch? Can anyone tell me what movement number the watch has and is the movement the same as the DJ's, both current and older? Thanks. AJF. |
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Mine has a cal.1035 and parts for that are really scarce now. Mr Reed will make a new part if the job requires it but this can prove costly. I guess it depends on how much you love the watch! J |
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Thanks for the info AJF |
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13 July 2008, 10:35 PM | #39 |
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All interesting stuff, guys.
Got me thinking. I have a Pepsi at the moment. Do you think it could be a watch with a long life; one i could hand down to my kids one day, bearing in mind all the information re Rolex's future parts. ie In 40 years time, for example, apart from watchmakers with parts here and there, if there is major problem with some watch parts in my Pepsi, do you think parts will be available to fix it? What about if i purchase a GMT II C ss, will there be a day in my kids' generation where parts may not be able to be found to fix a problem? I know these may be way out questions, but for such a high end watch, it would be nice to know that in years to come a Rolex would still be "serviceable" Thanks! |
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The above shows mature and balanced thinking plus exactly what Rolex is doing. You have nailed it my friend |
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