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dhknola · 9 August 2018, 09:25 AM

I would keep as is; a) keeping original bezel vs new service one & b) watch is exuding character and you can wear with out worrying you will hurt condition.

peterpl · 9 August 2018, 09:27 AM

I would polish that definitely. That has been well used.

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dhknola

I would keep as is; a) keeping original bezel vs new service one & b) watch is exuding character and you can wear with out worrying you will hurt condition.

A) From my understanding, a new bezel replacement isn't discernable nor change the value of the watch?

B) I agree with this a lot and can relate to it as I've been wearing the watch care-free for a week prior to submitting it to RSC.

mj1214 · 9 August 2018, 09:58 AM

No brainer - don't polish it now, but right now!!

DLRIDES · 9 August 2018, 10:14 AM

I would give it a light polish, but NOT by Rolex !!!!

) Send it to someone like LAWW, who will take the time and care to polish properly without changing or affecting the shape of the case.

) Do NOT change the bezel !

Mystro · 9 August 2018, 10:17 AM

Absolutely I would polish it. It’s beyond my own personal standard of how far I ever let my watches get. You want Rikki to do it.

DLRIDES · 9 August 2018, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Mystro

You want Rikki to do it.

Another great option !

I wouldn’t let an RSC even touch that watch !

Rose Gold · 9 August 2018, 10:22 AM

I would definitely have it polished.

bridgs · 9 August 2018, 10:25 AM

Looks just fine as is.

jps3b · 9 August 2018, 10:29 AM

If it were me, I would get the watch to as new condition as I could. I would replace whatever it needed and polish it. It’s your watch now. Rewrite it’s history

David5807 · 9 August 2018, 10:31 AM

Oh boy, I would have the bezel replaced and the watch polished.

cdmorenot · 9 August 2018, 10:42 AM

Absolutely get it polished.

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imgook · 9 August 2018, 11:09 AM

Opinions split right down the middle. Tough one. Like half the guys have suggested, I'd go with restoring it to full health, then add your own scratches over time.

Providence Collector · 9 August 2018, 11:19 AM

Another vote against polishing.

RoverLR4 · 9 August 2018, 11:22 AM

Would definitely not polish! Would get a brand new bezel installed by RSC. That will make a huge difference.

onemany · 9 August 2018, 11:41 AM

My almost default is never to polish or replace superficial parts on a watch if at all possible.

Michigan_State · 9 August 2018, 11:44 AM

Don‘t polish it!

173rdabn · 9 August 2018, 11:50 AM

Make her pretty! That way, subsequent scratches are all yours. PS replace that ghastly bezel.

westsideclock · 9 August 2018, 11:53 AM

Do it all. If you eventually sell it, you can see if it needs a polish. But why let the next guy get a new looking watch. You should get to wear it in like new condition

josephvman · 9 August 2018, 12:12 PM

This is what I would do. It looks to me like the case has been polished previously anyway. I've got an Explorer II beater that has a few scratches and I'm not OCD about that stuff, but that Daytona would make me crazy!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DLRIDES

I would give it a light polish, but NOT by Rolex !!!!

) Send it to someone like LAWW, who will take the time and care to polish properly without changing or affecting the shape of the case.

) Do NOT change the bezel !

bojinns · 9 August 2018, 12:22 PM

congrats on the purchase! If I owned the watch; I'd get the overhaul since I believe it also includes polishing, and request a bezel as well but I think that costs extra. I have a 16570 that I wore daily and now has obtained quite a few love scratches and is in need of a polish; however I plan on servicing the watch with RSC when the watch begins to malfunction or be off track with timing; but dang its built like a tank.

Best of luck in your decision.

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 12:50 PM

thanks all for your suggestions. I have decided to replace almost everything and get it polished by RSC. I have full faith that RSC will do a great job. If I’m not satisified, I’ll ship it over to LAWW to reshape the case after the 2 yr warranty expires.

The estimate

Overhaul: $850
Chrono Reset Pusher P502: $225
Crown 704: $87
Crystal: $120
Caseback: $135
Bezel: $255

Chute · 9 August 2018, 01:07 PM

If you got a good deal on it then I agree with completing all the suggested repairs and replacements. It’s your watch now and you’ll have the Rolex papers in your name post service. Plus a fresh from Rolex Daytona will make you really appreciate its beauty

Slowtoes · 9 August 2018, 01:16 PM

I've been looking for an example in that condition for quite some time and can not find one. Please, if anyone has a "beat to hell" Daytona, please contact me. Here's a link to my classified...

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=586532

Oh, and for the record, I would not have it polished ! ! !

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slowtoes

I've been looking for an example in that condition for quite some time and can not find one. Please, if anyone has a "beat to hell" Daytona, please contact me. Here's a link to my classified...

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=586532

Oh, and for the record, I would not have it polished ! ! !

wow, care to share your reason? I’m really interested in you motive

AdamG · 9 August 2018, 01:35 PM

It looks like something the dog has chewed up and spat out!

sensui · 9 August 2018, 02:23 PM

Looks like the watch has previously been polished with a cruddy job....I'd send it somewhere to cut the edges back up if you really cared but you're going to lose more material.....that'd be my only reason for polishing...not for those scratches.

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Looks like the watch has previously been polished with a cruddy job....I'd send it somewhere to cut the edges back up if you really cared but you're going to lose more material.....that'd be my only reason for polishing...not for those scratches.

my understanding is that the 116520 does not have sharp edges like the Zenith daytonas, and are a bit rounded? Anyway, I’m going to see what RSC does with it and will plan a case restoration with LAWW if needed.

sensui · 9 August 2018, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by RoyalOac

my understanding is that the 116520 does not have sharp edges like the Zenith daytonas, and are a bit rounded? Anyway, I’m going to see what RSC does with it and will plan a case restoration with LAWW if needed.

It's not that rounded....I should know as I own 2 116520s and a zenith.

The 116520 is just like all the other modern Daytonas (I see it on my 116500, 116506, and 116509 as well......the edges are slightly round but it's still far sharper than what I see here.

I wouldn't even touch RSC with this if your hopes are in refinishing.....you need guys like LAWW.

RoyalOac · 9 August 2018, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

It's not that rounded....I should know as I own 2 116520s and a zenith.

The 116520 is just like all the other modern Daytonas (I see it on my 116500, 116506, and 116509 as well......the edges are slightly round but it's still far sharper than what I see here.

I wouldn't even touch RSC with this if your hopes are in refinishing.....you need guys like LAWW.

I think the lighting and photo does not accurate represent the ‘sharpness’ and think the lugs are actually in good shape for being so worn, in terms of the case contour. Here’s a close up photo of the lugs. what are your thoughts?

9 August 2018, 10:14 AM	#35
DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,675	I would give it a light polish, but NOT by Rolex !!!! ) Send it to someone like LAWW, who will take the time and care to polish properly without changing or affecting the shape of the case. ) Do NOT change the bezel ! __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

9 August 2018, 10:17 AM	#36
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,511	Absolutely I would polish it. It’s beyond my own personal standard of how far I ever let my watches get. You want Rikki to do it. __________________

9 August 2018, 10:22 AM	#38
Rose Gold "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Joe Location: North Carolina Watch: er in the rye Posts: 234	I would definitely have it polished. __________________ 2018 Rose Gold Daytona (116505) with Rose Gold Dial and Black Sub-Dials.

9 August 2018, 10:42 AM	#42
cdmorenot 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Carlos. Location: NNJ - MDE Watch: = Want them all. Posts: 3,697	Absolutely get it polished. Sent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk __________________ \| Breguet \| Cartier \| Casio \| Hublot \| IWC \| Omega \| Rolex \| Seiko \|

9 August 2018, 11:44 AM	#47
Michigan_State "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Vince Location: Michigan Posts: 547	Don‘t polish it! __________________ Have a nice day!

9 August 2018, 09:25 AM	#31
dhknola "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: New Orleans Posts: 1,175	I would keep as is; a) keeping original bezel vs new service one & b) watch is exuding character and you can wear with out worrying you will hurt condition.

9 August 2018, 09:27 AM	#32
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	I would polish that definitely. That has been well used.

9 August 2018, 09:58 AM	#34
mj1214 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 74	No brainer - don't polish it now, but right now!!

9 August 2018, 10:25 AM	#39
bridgs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Shane Location: Minnesota Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 1,125	Looks just fine as is.

9 August 2018, 10:29 AM	#40
jps3b "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Santa Monica, Ca Watch: 116619 Posts: 1,334	If it were me, I would get the watch to as new condition as I could. I would replace whatever it needed and polish it. It’s your watch now. Rewrite it’s history

9 August 2018, 10:31 AM	#41
David5807 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,702	Oh boy, I would have the bezel replaced and the watch polished.

9 August 2018, 11:09 AM	#43
imgook "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Rob Location: Australia Watch: 116500LN White Posts: 886	Opinions split right down the middle. Tough one. Like half the guys have suggested, I'd go with restoring it to full health, then add your own scratches over time.

9 August 2018, 11:19 AM	#44
Providence Collector "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Ron Location: Rhode Island Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 260	Another vote against polishing.

9 August 2018, 11:22 AM	#45
RoverLR4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Washington, DC Watch: Daytona Patrizzi Posts: 145	Would definitely not polish! Would get a brand new bezel installed by RSC. That will make a huge difference.

9 August 2018, 11:41 AM	#46
onemany "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Philadelphia/NYC Posts: 129	My almost default is never to polish or replace superficial parts on a watch if at all possible.

9 August 2018, 11:50 AM	#48
173rdabn 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: George Location: Cape Cod Watch: 216570 Explorer II Posts: 2,422	Make her pretty! That way, subsequent scratches are all yours. PS replace that ghastly bezel.

9 August 2018, 11:53 AM	#49
westsideclock "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 252	Do it all. If you eventually sell it, you can see if it needs a polish. But why let the next guy get a new looking watch. You should get to wear it in like new condition

9 August 2018, 12:22 PM	#51
bojinns "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ask me Location: In a house Watch: Rolex, PAM, Breit Posts: 157	congrats on the purchase! If I owned the watch; I'd get the overhaul since I believe it also includes polishing, and request a bezel as well but I think that costs extra. I have a 16570 that I wore daily and now has obtained quite a few love scratches and is in need of a polish; however I plan on servicing the watch with RSC when the watch begins to malfunction or be off track with timing; but dang its built like a tank. Best of luck in your decision.

9 August 2018, 12:50 PM	#52
RoyalOac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Posts: 458	thanks all for your suggestions. I have decided to replace almost everything and get it polished by RSC. I have full faith that RSC will do a great job. If I’m not satisified, I’ll ship it over to LAWW to reshape the case after the 2 yr warranty expires. The estimate Overhaul: $850 Chrono Reset Pusher P502: $225 Crown 704: $87 Crystal: $120 Caseback: $135 Bezel: $255 __________________ Rolex Daytona 116500LN Rolex GMT Master II 126710 BLRO Rolex Submariner 116610 LV Rolex Submariner 126613 LB Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300ST

9 August 2018, 01:07 PM	#53
Chute "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Austin Watch: 6 digit Rolex+APRO Posts: 1,561	If you got a good deal on it then I agree with completing all the suggested repairs and replacements. It’s your watch now and you’ll have the Rolex papers in your name post service. Plus a fresh from Rolex Daytona will make you really appreciate its beauty

9 August 2018, 01:16 PM	#54
Slowtoes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NY Posts: 124	I've been looking for an example in that condition for quite some time and can not find one. Please, if anyone has a "beat to hell" Daytona, please contact me. Here's a link to my classified... https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=586532 Oh, and for the record, I would not have it polished ! ! !

9 August 2018, 01:35 PM	#56
AdamG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Adam Location: HNL, LDN, SHA Watch: 5 digit ref Posts: 397	It looks like something the dog has chewed up and spat out!

9 August 2018, 02:23 PM	#57
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	Looks like the watch has previously been polished with a cruddy job....I'd send it somewhere to cut the edges back up if you really cared but you're going to lose more material.....that'd be my only reason for polishing...not for those scratches.

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