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roadcarver · 28 July 2012, 01:11 AM

See you in 4 weeks from the RSC spa!

Finally dropped her off to the RSC in Toronto.... The service center can be easily missed as there's no Rolex signage on the building. Currently they're doing a major renovation.

In the car on the way to RSC

Elevator to the center

Displays

Movements...

Crowns

What? No watches?

The wall behind reception...

As usual, beautiful women behind reception :)

malarky_hk · 28 July 2012, 01:52 AM

Nice pics. Thanks for sharing. I like the elevator doors with the logo on them. Where's the RSC located in Toronto?

Be sure to post the before and after pics when you get your baby back!

roadcarver · 28 July 2012, 01:56 AM

Yonge and St. Claire

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Originally Posted by malarky_hk

Nice pics. Thanks for sharing. I like the elevator doors with the logo on them. Where's the RSC located in Toronto?

Be sure to post the before and after pics when you get your baby back!

malarky_hk · 28 July 2012, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by roadcarver

Yonge and St. Claire

Huh...never knew. I used to pass by the area all the time.

Hope you got something else to fill the void while the SD gets serviced. When not wearing mine, I distinctly miss the weight and feel of her on my wrist.

azguy · 28 July 2012, 01:52 AM

Hang in there, it will be over before you know it

roadcarver · 28 July 2012, 01:56 AM

Yep, need to sit down and just be patient.

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Originally Posted by azguy

Hang in there, it will be over before you know it

mjclark32 · 28 July 2012, 01:56 AM

Hopefully it's a quick 4 weeks for you!
Awesome showcases too

roadcarver · 31 July 2012, 06:15 AM

I received the estimate from Rolex. Here's what they have indicated:

Specially formulated oils and lubricants which protect the movement parts have dried out causing the watch to lose time. It is ready for a full factory movement servicing.

We have carefully reviewed the condition of the winding crown, case tube and crystal. They are in good condition and do not need to be changed at this time. New gaskets will be installed during the service.

I've instructed them to go ahead with the service.

kcmo · 31 July 2012, 06:29 AM

I'm sure your SD will return looking brand new, Vernon!

JJL · 31 July 2012, 07:24 AM

Awesome pics, thanks for sharing!! Can't wait to see the after pictures, please post them!

HongNinja · 31 July 2012, 08:22 AM

Can't bring myself to do it... Scares me too much not having the SD for that long...

patek.wis · 31 July 2012, 08:37 AM

Just another reason to get another :D

MortgageGuy · 31 July 2012, 08:57 AM

Your going to miss her but a wait well worthwhile IMO, great pics too

roadcarver · 18 August 2012, 12:55 AM

I called RSC today and the updated turnaround for my watch is 5 weeks

I talked to the co-ordinator and she said they're really busy right now, around 160 watches being serviced. Even the techs are working Saturdays.

Two more weeks!

Chris B · 18 August 2012, 01:42 AM

Time will pass quickly & it'll be well worth the wait

Canadianjam2 · 18 August 2012, 05:27 AM

Its that Canadian labour :)

z32turbo · 18 August 2012, 06:37 AM

I hope she return quicker than you expect.

Great pics BTW.

ROGERWILCO357 · 18 August 2012, 09:10 AM

wow 5 more weeks it must tough good luck with the new purchase that could remedy all

AlTinkster92 · 18 August 2012, 09:18 AM

why didnt you get pics of the women behind the reception desk???? lol

FeelingTheBlues · 18 August 2012, 09:24 AM

Good luck for the wait! I've heard the first five weeks were the worst...

roadcarver · 18 August 2012, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Good luck for the wait! I've heard the first five weeks were the worst...

roadcarver · 18 August 2012, 09:34 AM

It felt awkward actually :)

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Originally Posted by AlTinkster92

why didnt you get pics of the women behind the reception desk???? lol

RolexDivers · 18 August 2012, 11:24 AM

the 1st pic looks like you're travelling through intergalactic space.......

roadcarver · 24 August 2012, 12:26 AM

I got a call from RSC today, and it is ready! I'll pick it up during lunch time

JJL · 24 August 2012, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by roadcarver

I got a call from RSC today, and it is ready! I'll pick it up during lunch time

awesome! Can't wait to see the pictures!

Also if you don't mind sharing with us what was done to it and how much it was.

Pup · 24 August 2012, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by roadcarver

I got a call from RSC today, and it is ready! I'll pick it up during lunch time

Given Clark's problem, (in another thread), with RSC Dallas' apparent failure to pressure test the watch, whereupon it filled up on his first swim back with it, I would press them to assure you that it was pressure tested...maybe documented results from the test are available, (since you are apparently going in person). Just sayin'....

roadcarver · 24 August 2012, 02:00 PM

After reading that thread, I took the plunge and left my SD in a jug of water and let it sit there for a min or so. No bubbles - not sure if that is enough of a test. Also wore the watch when I gave my kid a bath, and washed the watch a couple of times today.

RSC service paperwork indicated it was pressure tested.

One thing to note that on their service paper work, they noted to ensure that the crown be screwed down before diving.

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Originally Posted by Pup

Given Clark's problem, (in another thread), with RSC Dallas' apparent failure to pressure test the watch, whereupon it filled up on his first swim back with it, I would press them to assure you that it was pressure tested...maybe documented results from the test are available, (since you are apparently going in person). Just sayin'....

Puffy · 24 August 2012, 01:16 AM

good luck mate let us know when she's back

supertrooper · 24 August 2012, 01:40 AM

Thanks for the pics.

When was the last service for this watch? Or is this the first service?

Hope to get pics of how it turned out.

Cheers.

roadcarver · 24 August 2012, 04:17 AM

Just picked it up... Service paper shows it has been pressure tested.

Waiting for my SD to come out of the spa. The ladies were shy...

Here she is...

Comes with the card style service warranty card. I thought it would be a credit card plastic type but its only a piece of thin cardboard.

Wrist shot...

Total cost was $531 after taxes.

New seals, service the movement, polished and pressure tested. Crown tube, HEV, and xtal were untouched.

28 July 2012, 01:11 AM	#1
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Goodbye Sea-dweller :( See you in 4 weeks from the RSC spa! Finally dropped her off to the RSC in Toronto.... The service center can be easily missed as there's no Rolex signage on the building. Currently they're doing a major renovation. In the car on the way to RSC Elevator to the center Displays Movements... Crowns What? No watches? The wall behind reception... As usual, beautiful women behind reception :) __________________ I'm just a cook...

28 July 2012, 01:56 AM	#7
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Hopefully it's a quick 4 weeks for you! Awesome showcases too __________________

31 July 2012, 06:15 AM	#8
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	I received the estimate from Rolex. Here's what they have indicated: Specially formulated oils and lubricants which protect the movement parts have dried out causing the watch to lose time. It is ready for a full factory movement servicing. We have carefully reviewed the condition of the winding crown, case tube and crystal. They are in good condition and do not need to be changed at this time. New gaskets will be installed during the service. I've instructed them to go ahead with the service. __________________ I'm just a cook...

31 July 2012, 08:57 AM	#13
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Your going to miss her but a wait well worthwhile IMO, great pics too __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

18 August 2012, 12:55 AM	#14
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	I called RSC today and the updated turnaround for my watch is 5 weeks I talked to the co-ordinator and she said they're really busy right now, around 160 watches being serviced. Even the techs are working Saturdays. Two more weeks! __________________ I'm just a cook...

28 July 2012, 01:52 AM	#2
malarky_hk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ... Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,466	Nice pics. Thanks for sharing. I like the elevator doors with the logo on them. Where's the RSC located in Toronto? Be sure to post the before and after pics when you get your baby back!

28 July 2012, 01:52 AM	#5
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Hang in there, it will be over before you know it

31 July 2012, 06:29 AM	#9
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	I'm sure your SD will return looking brand new, Vernon!

31 July 2012, 07:24 AM	#10
JJL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: US Watch: 1680 Red & 16622 Posts: 2,449	Awesome pics, thanks for sharing!! Can't wait to see the after pictures, please post them!

31 July 2012, 08:22 AM	#11
HongNinja Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: On Earth Watch: 228238, 114060 Posts: 1,347	Can't bring myself to do it... Scares me too much not having the SD for that long...

31 July 2012, 08:37 AM	#12
patek.wis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Will Location: Canada Watch: The Sky Posts: 1,824	Just another reason to get another :D

18 August 2012, 01:42 AM	#15
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Time will pass quickly & it'll be well worth the wait

18 August 2012, 05:27 AM	#16
Canadianjam2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Canada Watch: Tudor Her.Chrono Posts: 179	Its that Canadian labour :)

18 August 2012, 06:37 AM	#17
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	I hope she return quicker than you expect. Great pics BTW. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

18 August 2012, 09:10 AM	#18
ROGERWILCO357 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Michigan Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 580	wow 5 more weeks it must tough good luck with the new purchase that could remedy all

18 August 2012, 09:18 AM	#19
AlTinkster92 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: NC Posts: 500	why didnt you get pics of the women behind the reception desk???? lol

18 August 2012, 09:24 AM	#20
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Good luck for the wait! I've heard the first five weeks were the worst... __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

18 August 2012, 11:24 AM	#23
RolexDivers Banned Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: BIG BEAR, CA Posts: 1,468	the 1st pic looks like you're travelling through intergalactic space.......

24 August 2012, 12:26 AM	#24
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	I got a call from RSC today, and it is ready! I'll pick it up during lunch time __________________ I'm just a cook...

24 August 2012, 01:16 AM	#28
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	good luck mate let us know when she's back __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

24 August 2012, 01:40 AM	#29
supertrooper "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 208	Thanks for the pics. When was the last service for this watch? Or is this the first service? Hope to get pics of how it turned out. Cheers.

24 August 2012, 04:17 AM	#30
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Just picked it up... Service paper shows it has been pressure tested. Waiting for my SD to come out of the spa. The ladies were shy... Here she is... Comes with the card style service warranty card. I thought it would be a credit card plastic type but its only a piece of thin cardboard. Wrist shot... Total cost was $531 after taxes. New seals, service the movement, polished and pressure tested. Crown tube, HEV, and xtal were untouched. __________________ I'm just a cook...

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