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cdrhead · 7 September 2010, 09:39 AM

I believe it's form 1952 :) I found it in a trunk in my parents basement today !

cdrhead · 7 September 2010, 09:42 AM

cdrhead · 7 September 2010, 10:23 AM

I know nothing about Rolex... any guesses on how much this watch might be worth. It appears to be stainless. The strap is one piece (no clasp), also stainless. As you can see it's well worn. It started as soon as I wound it :)

Michael M. · 7 September 2010, 11:13 AM

Cool, I wish I found stuff like that in my basement!

BarkMaster · 7 September 2010, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael M.

Cool, I wish I found stuff like that in my basement!

x2! Excellent find!

ParisDakarBmw · 7 September 2010, 11:40 AM

You gonna fix that girl up right?

cdrhead · 7 September 2010, 08:35 PM

For now I plan on wearing it as is. Maybe down the road I'll have some money to put in it. How much does it cost for the average service ?

It was dirty when I found it. I cleaned it with some tooth picks and q-tips with warm water.

cdrhead · 8 September 2010, 12:19 AM

I thought it was from 1952 but now I'm not sure after looking on another list ....... the numbers on the side are 814941 and 6082 on the other side. There are no markings on the underside.

DRAWTOOL · 8 September 2010, 02:13 AM

Here is mine, S/N: 811718, keeps perfect time. Paid about $700 for her, Rolex won't work on them (too old) but any Indi Watchmaker worth his salt can. Ditch that bracelet, it's just wrong and put her onna nice leather strap or source a period correct Oyster bracelet from Steve Mulholland. Mine is wearing a Rolex Jubilee with a Rolex clasp (w/ gold coronet), a Frankie for sure but all Rolex so it's all good! Nice find!

cdrhead · 8 September 2010, 03:24 AM

I took it to the local jewler and he said the same thing about the band. He also said I should have the winder head? fixed...it won't crank down. He said moisture will get in.

DRAWTOOL · 8 September 2010, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by cdrhead

I took it to the local jewler and he said the same thing about the band. He also said I should have the winder head? fixed...it won't crank down. He said moisture will get in.

Sounds like you need to get her serviced, it'll be worth it. By the way does it have the Super Oyster Crown (look for a cross and text on the top of winding crown)?

adam78 · 8 September 2010, 04:31 AM

No, it wouldn't be a Super Oyster crown, since those did not screw down.

DRAWTOOL · 8 September 2010, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by adam78

No, it wouldn't be a Super Oyster crown, since those did not screw down.

Of course Adam, you are correct...

cdrhead · 8 September 2010, 09:07 AM

Can anyone recommend a good Rolex service center ?

And as far as bracelets go....I would assume the stainless for $58 here is bogus ????
http://www.yukiwatch.com/catalog/ite...64/8017259.htm

All the other ones I looked at were $500 +

Can someone recommend a bracelet ???

adam78 · 8 September 2010, 10:20 AM

Rolex service centers won't touch this vintage of a watch anymore. Go with a good independent watchmaker (or one with a Rolex parts account) who could source a new crown & case tube. Also, if you want to have a bracelet, find an older riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet (I believe this has 19 mm lug spacing? So you would need a 7205 bracelet); or just put it on a nice brown leather strap for now. It would look nice on a strap.

Earl · 8 September 2010, 11:09 PM

what a find, get it serviced, replace the band, clean the crystal and OMG you will have something you will not want to take off again!

Congratulations

tudorman8276 · 9 September 2010, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by cdrhead

Can anyone recommend a good Rolex service center ?

And as far as bracelets go....I would assume the stainless for $58 here is bogus ????
http://www.yukiwatch.com/catalog/ite...64/8017259.htm

All the other ones I looked at were $500 +

Can someone recommend a bracelet ???

...THAT outfit has been the brunt of several WATCHOUT listings previously.

...lots of counterfeit things!

cdrhead · 10 September 2010, 08:38 AM

I'm sending the watch to Steve Mulholland for a complete overhaul and a fitting bracelet. I will try to take some good pictures when I get it back :):):):):):):)

Flash Gordon · 11 September 2010, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by adam78

Rolex service centers won't touch this vintage of a watch anymore. Go with a good independent watchmaker (or one with a Rolex parts account) who could source a new crown & case tube. Also, if you want to have a bracelet, find an older riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet (I believe this has 19 mm lug spacing? So you would need a 7205 bracelet); or just put it on a nice brown leather strap for now. It would look nice on a strap.

I agree that a nice croc leather strap will do for now because a Rolex strap will cost you lot and you have to take watch to an AD in order to get the Rolex strap. Be prepared to spend a bunch to rejuvinate that vintage. My bubbleback set me back a grand and it was in much better shape than yours. Get it done and enjoy it!

cdrhead · 16 September 2010, 09:13 PM

I have not received the watch back yet but I can't wait to post the pic's Steve sent !!!!

I'll post a few more when I have it on my wrist ;)

swatty · 16 September 2010, 09:37 PM

Wow, that looks great , Steve does a great job

adam78 · 16 September 2010, 09:41 PM

Boy, that looks a lot better now!

Nicko · 16 September 2010, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdrhead

I have not received the watch back yet but I can't wait to post the pic's Steve sent !!!!

I'll post a few more when I have it on my wrist ;)

Oh wow! Steve does some good work! Great, now I can't wait to see that beauty on your wrist...Congratulations and wear it in good health.

Randy9999 · 17 September 2010, 01:35 AM

Steve did a great job -- that is a great looking vintage watch. The dial patina is beautiful.

rockyn · 17 September 2010, 06:03 AM

Wow, that's your Grandpa's watch? What a find. The patina is so even and beautiful. Congrats.

cdrhead · 22 September 2010, 11:16 PM

Michael M. · 23 September 2010, 12:06 AM

Looks great!

Earl · 23 September 2010, 12:41 AM

sure looks nice! Wear it with pride!

Snackmaster · 24 September 2010, 05:55 AM

Bravo and congrats on your find and the resto!

That is a beautiful piece you should be proud to wear.

T5AUS · 24 September 2010, 06:18 AM

A great story for a great watch. Steve did a nice job on it, looks magic with the correct bracelet and all cleaned up

7 September 2010, 09:39 AM	#1
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	My grandfather's watch 6082 I believe it's form 1952 :) I found it in a trunk in my parents basement today !

8 September 2010, 04:31 AM	#12
adam78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,830	No, it wouldn't be a Super Oyster crown, since those did not screw down. __________________ Cheers, Adam

8 September 2010, 10:20 AM	#15
adam78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,830	Rolex service centers won't touch this vintage of a watch anymore. Go with a good independent watchmaker (or one with a Rolex parts account) who could source a new crown & case tube. Also, if you want to have a bracelet, find an older riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet (I believe this has 19 mm lug spacing? So you would need a 7205 bracelet); or just put it on a nice brown leather strap for now. It would look nice on a strap. __________________ Cheers, Adam

16 September 2010, 09:41 PM	#22
adam78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,830	Boy, that looks a lot better now! __________________ Cheers, Adam

7 September 2010, 09:42 AM	#2
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13

7 September 2010, 10:23 AM	#3
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	I know nothing about Rolex... any guesses on how much this watch might be worth. It appears to be stainless. The strap is one piece (no clasp), also stainless. As you can see it's well worn. It started as soon as I wound it :)

7 September 2010, 11:13 AM	#4
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Cool, I wish I found stuff like that in my basement!

7 September 2010, 11:40 AM	#6
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	You gonna fix that girl up right?

7 September 2010, 08:35 PM	#7
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	For now I plan on wearing it as is. Maybe down the road I'll have some money to put in it. How much does it cost for the average service ? It was dirty when I found it. I cleaned it with some tooth picks and q-tips with warm water.

8 September 2010, 12:19 AM	#8
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	I thought it was from 1952 but now I'm not sure after looking on another list ....... the numbers on the side are 814941 and 6082 on the other side. There are no markings on the underside.

8 September 2010, 03:24 AM	#10
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	I took it to the local jewler and he said the same thing about the band. He also said I should have the winder head? fixed...it won't crank down. He said moisture will get in.

8 September 2010, 09:07 AM	#14
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	Can anyone recommend a good Rolex service center ? And as far as bracelets go....I would assume the stainless for $58 here is bogus ???? http://www.yukiwatch.com/catalog/ite...64/8017259.htm All the other ones I looked at were $500 + Can someone recommend a bracelet ???

8 September 2010, 11:09 PM	#16
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	what a find, get it serviced, replace the band, clean the crystal and OMG you will have something you will not want to take off again! Congratulations

10 September 2010, 08:38 AM	#18
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	I'm sending the watch to Steve Mulholland for a complete overhaul and a fitting bracelet. I will try to take some good pictures when I get it back :):):):):):):)

16 September 2010, 09:13 PM	#20
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13	I have not received the watch back yet but I can't wait to post the pic's Steve sent !!!! I'll post a few more when I have it on my wrist ;)

16 September 2010, 09:37 PM	#21
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	Wow, that looks great , Steve does a great job

17 September 2010, 01:35 AM	#24
Randy9999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Randy Location: USA Watch: red 1680; 6542 Posts: 557	Steve did a great job -- that is a great looking vintage watch. The dial patina is beautiful.

17 September 2010, 06:03 AM	#25
rockyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Robyn Location: nanaimo canada Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 479	Wow, that's your Grandpa's watch? What a find. The patina is so even and beautiful. Congrats.

22 September 2010, 11:16 PM	#26
cdrhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ct. Posts: 13

23 September 2010, 12:06 AM	#27
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Looks great!

23 September 2010, 12:41 AM	#28
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	sure looks nice! Wear it with pride!

24 September 2010, 05:55 AM	#29
Snackmaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Brett Location: Kansas Watch: My Mystery Rolex Posts: 13	Bravo and congrats on your find and the resto! That is a beautiful piece you should be proud to wear.

24 September 2010, 06:18 AM	#30
T5AUS Banned Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: USA Watch: ing the time go by Posts: 1,444	A great story for a great watch. Steve did a nice job on it, looks magic with the correct bracelet and all cleaned up

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