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GMT Aviator · 14 August 2019, 02:38 AM

An AD did the same to my ceramic LN when it was new, installing a new sub bracelet I had bought for it. Not only that, they installed the bracelet back to front and then we went to round two of more scratched in the same place in-installing it to put it on the right way round.
In the end I took the bloody tweezers off him and did it myself.
Now they no longer have AD status.....that’s kharma!

lamnyc · 14 August 2019, 03:06 AM

Even RSC scratched my lugs. Its going to happen if you let some else do it.

JonnyH83 · 14 August 2019, 03:30 AM

I do feel your pain.

I had the same issue with a high-end AD who made a complete dog's-dinner when fitting a leather strap to my H.Moser.

It sucks but I ended up leaving mine alone. H.Moser can sort it out in a few years when it goes in for servicing!

Boaters · 14 August 2019, 05:35 AM

Well it looks like you learned a lesson. Don't let anybody size your watches. Get the proper tools and do it ALL yourself. I really enjoy doing it myself. Good luck.

42itus · 14 August 2019, 05:44 AM

As far as the scratch, it sounds like there won't be a good solution for you. I would leave it.

Maybe you can leverage this situation to see if they can sell you a nice watch at retail.

JSO1 · 14 August 2019, 07:00 AM

How much did the Jubilee cost you, and how long did it take to get in?

Cronus4 · 25 October 2019, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JSO1

How much did the Jubilee cost you, and how long did it take to get in?

Roughly $1,200 and got it within a week.

1665fan · 25 October 2019, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Cronus4

Roughly $1,200 and got it within a week.

was that new from Rolex? Thanks

mmaggi · 25 October 2019, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Cronus4

Roughly $1,200 and got it within a week.

I am SOOOOO getting one for my F Serial 16710. Probably sometime next year. Love the look of it and love that I can go to the Oyster anytime I want.

VacherObsessive · 14 August 2019, 10:37 PM

Underside of the watch, who cares?

Muxi · 14 August 2019, 10:41 PM

I wish they would be more careful though

Mystro · 14 August 2019, 10:46 PM

Rule #1 never let a AD touch your watch after the sale.

InitialAndPitch · 15 August 2019, 12:26 AM

I was in a grey dealer today here in Hong Kong and the subject turned to Jubilee versus Oyster. The guy said the Jubilee (especially under the sweaty conditions facing Hong Kongers needed very regular cleaning. I asked how often he cleaned his watch and he thought I wanted him to clean MY watch. He said that I should do it daily and then remove the bracelet every fortnight. He said, “Give me two hours and I will clean yours no charge - just tell your friends and give them my card”.

I had read your post earlier and despite the impression that he was a really nice guy, I declined his offer (with thanks) rationalising that it was unnecessary surgery to remove the Jubilee. A subset of us human beings tend to acquire things and fret like crazy as they begin to decay from day 1.

For the Seinfeld watchers, I remember the plastic covered couch/lounge that completely dominated George’s parents furniture to keep it looking new.

I’m sorry you got the annoying scratches. I’m prepared to admit that for some things, the urge to keep it like new could get in the way of enjoying it. Hope it gets tidied up for you and use it happily for years. . IAP.

Seibei · 25 October 2019, 04:42 AM

Should you care? No.
Do I have scratches like that? Yes.
Do I care? No.

Fire bloke · 25 October 2019, 06:56 AM

That's bad..your watch is now ruined

Seibei · 25 October 2019, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Fire bloke

That's bad..your watch is now ruined

Cue violins...

14 August 2019, 02:38 AM	#1
GMT Aviator 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: London Posts: 3,318	An AD did the same to my ceramic LN when it was new, installing a new sub bracelet I had bought for it. Not only that, they installed the bracelet back to front and then we went to round two of more scratched in the same place in-installing it to put it on the right way round. In the end I took the bloody tweezers off him and did it myself. Now they no longer have AD status.....that’s kharma!

14 August 2019, 03:06 AM	#2
lamnyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nyc Posts: 1,762	Even RSC scratched my lugs. Its going to happen if you let some else do it.

14 August 2019, 03:30 AM	#3
JonnyH83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 53	I do feel your pain. I had the same issue with a high-end AD who made a complete dog's-dinner when fitting a leather strap to my H.Moser. It sucks but I ended up leaving mine alone. H.Moser can sort it out in a few years when it goes in for servicing!

14 August 2019, 05:35 AM	#4
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Well it looks like you learned a lesson. Don't let anybody size your watches. Get the proper tools and do it ALL yourself. I really enjoy doing it myself. Good luck.

14 August 2019, 05:44 AM	#5
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	As far as the scratch, it sounds like there won't be a good solution for you. I would leave it. Maybe you can leverage this situation to see if they can sell you a nice watch at retail.

14 August 2019, 07:00 AM	#6
JSO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Boston Posts: 22	How much did the Jubilee cost you, and how long did it take to get in?

14 August 2019, 10:37 PM	#10
VacherObsessive "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Uk Posts: 941	Underside of the watch, who cares?

14 August 2019, 10:41 PM	#11
Muxi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,823	I wish they would be more careful though

14 August 2019, 10:46 PM	#12
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,509	Rule #1 never let a AD touch your watch after the sale.

15 August 2019, 12:26 AM	#13
InitialAndPitch Banned Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Australia Watch: GMT-II BLRO PEPSI Posts: 597	I was in a grey dealer today here in Hong Kong and the subject turned to Jubilee versus Oyster. The guy said the Jubilee (especially under the sweaty conditions facing Hong Kongers needed very regular cleaning. I asked how often he cleaned his watch and he thought I wanted him to clean MY watch. He said that I should do it daily and then remove the bracelet every fortnight. He said, “Give me two hours and I will clean yours no charge - just tell your friends and give them my card”. I had read your post earlier and despite the impression that he was a really nice guy, I declined his offer (with thanks) rationalising that it was unnecessary surgery to remove the Jubilee. A subset of us human beings tend to acquire things and fret like crazy as they begin to decay from day 1. For the Seinfeld watchers, I remember the plastic covered couch/lounge that completely dominated George’s parents furniture to keep it looking new. I’m sorry you got the annoying scratches. I’m prepared to admit that for some things, the urge to keep it like new could get in the way of enjoying it. Hope it gets tidied up for you and use it happily for years. . IAP.

25 October 2019, 04:42 AM	#14
Seibei Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: New Zealand Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,630	Should you care? No. Do I have scratches like that? Yes. Do I care? No.

25 October 2019, 06:56 AM	#15
Fire bloke Banned Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 329	That's bad..your watch is now ruined

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