ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

SalseroYQue · 21 October 2010, 05:46 AM

My Father in-law gave me His watch in 2001 shortly before he passed away,it has water damaged due to cracked cover and bracelet is not the original. I want to fix it and wonder if it is worth it? I kept it in my safe since 2001 till this week, is keeping time ok, face is black, casing is silver. I dont know the history of the watch prior to my father in law ownership. will ask my mother in law for some info...hopefully she knows something. Any suggestions or coments are welcome. Thanks...Sincerely, P. Monche, Clearwater Fl

SalseroYQue · 21 October 2010, 02:29 PM

Spoke to my in-law, She stated that her Husband bought the watch sometime after 1960 in Brooklyn, NY. my father in law used to work at The Brooklyn Navy Yard around that time, Unable to provide me with more information.

sleddog · 21 October 2010, 02:56 PM

I have moved this over to the vintage section as you might get some better replies there...

Papo,welcome to TRF and I hope you get the answers your looking for!
There are lots of well versed folk here in the vintage side....

Is that the watch in question in your Avatar?? If so,post a larger pic here on the thread as it will aid others in your questions!

SalseroYQue · 22 October 2010, 04:03 AM

attached picture as per request, any comments or suggestions are welcome.

pz93c · 22 October 2010, 04:24 AM

Don't know, but it is a nice one.

SalseroYQue · 22 October 2010, 06:42 AM

Thank You!!!! I continue to look for info. about this Rolex all over the internet. As per some web site list, this model serial number is from 1939-41? That was news to me, incredible!!! I contacted a Rolex authorized dealer near my residence and they sent the watch to Rolex for a restoration..I was told that I will be contacted with an estimate on the restoration. Hope that someone at Rolex could give me more info about it,ea. production year,price then and value now ect. Watch has a great sentimental value so I decided to go ahead and fix it.

pz93c · 22 October 2010, 04:25 PM

Don't let the service center change the dial or hands. You will lose all value.

SalseroYQue · 23 October 2010, 12:04 AM

you mean leave dial and hands in present condition or have them cleaned(restore) is ok?

rmfnla · 23 October 2010, 01:32 AM

I suspect he means have them cleaned and I agree.

That is a great old watch and it looks like it will clean up nicely.

Make sure to post pics when you get it back!

SalseroYQue · 23 October 2010, 05:38 AM

Thanks, Im pretty excited about having the repairs(Restoration) done. At this point Im waiting for A Rolex rep.. to call with the estimates..hope to have the watch back by mid November..will post before and after pictures. Thanks again...

SalseroYQue · 25 October 2010, 03:05 AM

Ummmm. I read some postings that indicate RSC wont work on some vintage watches? So if they refused to work on mine, Who will you recommend, I read a lot here about Mr. Steve Mulholland..Can I get some info.??All suggestions and comments are welcome.

CaveDiver · 25 October 2010, 06:12 AM

what part of FL are you in?

SalseroYQue · 25 October 2010, 06:51 AM

I moved to Clearwater from Brooklyn NY 2 yrs ago, Retired and loving it!!!

fsouth · 25 October 2010, 07:21 AM

No question that Steve Mulholland could help with this. If he cannot help he will send you to the right place.

SalseroYQue · 25 October 2010, 07:32 AM

I google it and it appears that He(Mr. Mulholland) is right here in my area..Excellent. if RSC can't help me, I will contact Him ASAP...Thanks!!!

SalseroYQue · 26 October 2010, 05:53 AM

Just got a call from local Rolex Authorized Dealer, As per RSC as some people have already mentioned on this page they wont work on a vintage so they are mailing watch back without anything done to it..:(( I live in Clearwater, Fl; need info on local watchmakers that will work on a vintage Rolex..thanks in advance, Sincerely, P. Monche

CaveDiver · 26 October 2010, 06:58 AM

Have you called the locals I provided?

SalseroYQue · 26 October 2010, 10:31 AM

Made contact with Mr Joseph Osborn via email. As soon as I get watch back I will go visit his store in Tampa..Hopefully He can do the job. Thanks for your help...will keep u posted...Sincerely; P. Monche

SalseroYQue · 31 October 2010, 07:31 AM

Ok...got my Rolex back from RSC in NY. They were unable to help me...I will contact local watchmaker and hopefully get this watch restore to his glory days....

Saxon007 · 31 October 2010, 08:22 AM

Contact Bob Ridley. He is a TRF member who works on vintage Rolex, he is very highly regarded.

http://www.watchmakers.com/

Alcan · 31 October 2010, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saxon007

Contact Bob Ridley. He is a TRF member who works on vintage Rolex, he is very highly regarded.

http://www.watchmakers.com/

X2. Bob is one of the very best.

CaveDiver · 31 October 2010, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SalseroYQue

Ok...got my Rolex back from RSC in NY. They were unable to help me...I will contact local watchmaker and hopefully get this watch restore to his glory days....

Did RSC NY at least offer you a Rolex bracelet?

SalseroYQue · 1 November 2010, 02:58 AM

They sent it back..never even offered to change the bracelet, I was disappointed about that...They don't seem to care about vintage rolex owners, :(.... so my saga continues...next stop: local watchmaker in Tampa, Fl.

SalseroYQue · 1 November 2010, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saxon007

Contact Bob Ridley. He is a TRF member who works on vintage Rolex, he is very highly regarded.

http://www.watchmakers.com/

I made contact via email with a local watchmaker recommended by another member on this forum, but will keep all options open...Thanks for helping me with this issue..

CaveDiver · 1 November 2010, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SalseroYQue

They sent it back..never even offered to change the bracelet, I was disappointed about that...They don't seem to care about vintage rolex owners, :(.... so my saga continues...next stop: local watchmaker in Tampa, Fl.

That’s awful as that is the only way to “officially” get a new Rolex bracelet from Rolex US. The RSC requires having the watch in hand which they did. It would have been nice for them to mention it to you assuming you want a new Rolex steel bracelet. The bracelet is one of the few parts of a Rolex watch they will provide without a service assuming the watch does not have any aftermarket parts on it. If you want a period correct bracelet, there are a few brokers around here that can get you one including one not far from you. Let us know how your meeting goes with Ernest. Remember to ask about keeping period correct.

SalseroYQue · 1 November 2010, 09:11 AM

Thanks for your suggestion..make's perfect sense, will try to meet with Mr. Ernest ASAP. As per bracelet I will see what Mr. Ernest recommends, if there something else that matches and fits perfect with this Rolex I will consider that option too. Again thanks for your advise, always welcome....:)

SalseroYQue · 2 November 2010, 02:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SalseroYQue

attached picture as per request, any comments or suggestions are welcome.

Question: where can I get a bracelet for this vintage watch in Tampa? Thanks for any info...P. Monche Clearwater FL

SalseroYQue · 2 November 2010, 08:50 AM

Here are some pics as the restoration of my Rolex Oyster 6480 is about to start. Any comments or suggestions are welcome...see attached pictures

rmfnla · 2 November 2010, 10:14 AM

What a pretty movement!

Quick, throw that awful band away!

You can always put on a leather band until you find a metal replacement.

SalseroYQue · 2 November 2010, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SalseroYQue

Here are some pics as the restoration of my Rolex Oyster 6480 is about to start. Any comments or suggestions are welcome...see attached pictures

http://www.fundinguniverse.com/compa...y-History.html

21 October 2010, 05:46 AM	#1
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Oyster brevet 6480 serial #132350 My Father in-law gave me His watch in 2001 shortly before he passed away,it has water damaged due to cracked cover and bracelet is not the original. I want to fix it and wonder if it is worth it? I kept it in my safe since 2001 till this week, is keeping time ok, face is black, casing is silver. I dont know the history of the watch prior to my father in law ownership. will ask my mother in law for some info...hopefully she knows something. Any suggestions or coments are welcome. Thanks...Sincerely, P. Monche, Clearwater Fl

21 October 2010, 02:29 PM	#2
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	update Spoke to my in-law, She stated that her Husband bought the watch sometime after 1960 in Brooklyn, NY. my father in law used to work at The Brooklyn Navy Yard around that time, Unable to provide me with more information.

21 October 2010, 02:56 PM	#3
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	I have moved this over to the vintage section as you might get some better replies there... Papo,welcome to TRF and I hope you get the answers your looking for! There are lots of well versed folk here in the vintage side.... Is that the watch in question in your Avatar?? If so,post a larger pic here on the thread as it will aid others in your questions! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

22 October 2010, 04:03 AM	#4
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	rolex brevet 6480 serial#132350 attached picture as per request, any comments or suggestions are welcome. Attached Images

23 October 2010, 12:04 AM	#8
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	restoration you mean leave dial and hands in present condition or have them cleaned(restore) is ok?

22 October 2010, 04:24 AM	#5
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	Don't know, but it is a nice one.

22 October 2010, 06:42 AM	#6
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Thank You!!!! I continue to look for info. about this Rolex all over the internet. As per some web site list, this model serial number is from 1939-41? That was news to me, incredible!!! I contacted a Rolex authorized dealer near my residence and they sent the watch to Rolex for a restoration..I was told that I will be contacted with an estimate on the restoration. Hope that someone at Rolex could give me more info about it,ea. production year,price then and value now ect. Watch has a great sentimental value so I decided to go ahead and fix it.

22 October 2010, 04:25 PM	#7
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	Don't let the service center change the dial or hands. You will lose all value.

23 October 2010, 01:32 AM	#9
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	I suspect he means have them cleaned and I agree. That is a great old watch and it looks like it will clean up nicely. Make sure to post pics when you get it back!

23 October 2010, 05:38 AM	#10
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Restoration Thanks, Im pretty excited about having the repairs(Restoration) done. At this point Im waiting for A Rolex rep.. to call with the estimates..hope to have the watch back by mid November..will post before and after pictures. Thanks again...

25 October 2010, 03:05 AM	#11
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Ummmm. I read some postings that indicate RSC wont work on some vintage watches? So if they refused to work on mine, Who will you recommend, I read a lot here about Mr. Steve Mulholland..Can I get some info.??All suggestions and comments are welcome. Last edited by SalseroYQue; 25 October 2010 at 03:05 AM.. Reason: spelling

25 October 2010, 06:12 AM	#12
CaveDiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,075	what part of FL are you in?

25 October 2010, 06:51 AM	#13
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Florida I moved to Clearwater from Brooklyn NY 2 yrs ago, Retired and loving it!!!

25 October 2010, 07:21 AM	#14
fsouth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: furman south Location: pittsburgh, pa Watch: rolex daytona Posts: 145	Steve No question that Steve Mulholland could help with this. If he cannot help he will send you to the right place.

25 October 2010, 07:32 AM	#15
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Steve I google it and it appears that He(Mr. Mulholland) is right here in my area..Excellent. if RSC can't help me, I will contact Him ASAP...Thanks!!!

26 October 2010, 05:53 AM	#16
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Rsc response Just got a call from local Rolex Authorized Dealer, As per RSC as some people have already mentioned on this page they wont work on a vintage so they are mailing watch back without anything done to it..:(( I live in Clearwater, Fl; need info on local watchmakers that will work on a vintage Rolex..thanks in advance, Sincerely, P. Monche

26 October 2010, 06:58 AM	#17
CaveDiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,075	Have you called the locals I provided?

26 October 2010, 10:31 AM	#18
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Restoration Made contact with Mr Joseph Osborn via email. As soon as I get watch back I will go visit his store in Tampa..Hopefully He can do the job. Thanks for your help...will keep u posted...Sincerely; P. Monche

31 October 2010, 07:31 AM	#19
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	oyster brevet 6480 Vintage in need of TLC Ok...got my Rolex back from RSC in NY. They were unable to help me...I will contact local watchmaker and hopefully get this watch restore to his glory days.... Last edited by SalseroYQue; 31 October 2010 at 07:39 AM.. Reason: attached picture removed..too big, sorry

31 October 2010, 08:22 AM	#20
Saxon007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,002	Contact Bob Ridley. He is a TRF member who works on vintage Rolex, he is very highly regarded. http://www.watchmakers.com/ __________________ Licensed to kill time.

1 November 2010, 02:58 AM	#23
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Rsc ny They sent it back..never even offered to change the bracelet, I was disappointed about that...They don't seem to care about vintage rolex owners, :(.... so my saga continues...next stop: local watchmaker in Tampa, Fl.

1 November 2010, 09:11 AM	#26
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Thanks for your suggestion..make's perfect sense, will try to meet with Mr. Ernest ASAP. As per bracelet I will see what Mr. Ernest recommends, if there something else that matches and fits perfect with this Rolex I will consider that option too. Again thanks for your advise, always welcome....:)

2 November 2010, 08:50 AM	#28
SalseroYQue Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Papo Location: Florida Posts: 56	Restoration about to begin Oyster 6480 Here are some pics as the restoration of my Rolex Oyster 6480 is about to start. Any comments or suggestions are welcome...see attached pictures Attached Images

2 November 2010, 10:14 AM	#29
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	What a pretty movement! Quick, throw that awful band away! You can always put on a leather band until you find a metal replacement.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)