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nagano21 · 11 October 2013, 02:19 AM

I am in the process of sending my watch to RSC to get the time regulated. I plan I doing this on my own to save money and time. I was told I need to send it registered and insured with the card and my return address.
For those of you who have sent back on your own did you use the post office or another means? Anything else I should know or consider? All my local ADs are charging $100 it look to add 2 weeks on to process since they do not ship them directly. Therefore I'd rather do it myself.
Any tips for sending on my own? Thanks

nagano2125 · 11 October 2013, 02:22 AM

On a side a side not after I posted this somehow my "post total" went from 120+ to single digits, do the reset or something.

Edit; Now you only have one

NKflyer · 11 October 2013, 02:22 AM

If you call them, they will email you an instruction kit for sending your watch in. I believe they will only accept packages via USPS registered mail. But if all you need is a regulation, might be better off to try to find someone local. Besides taking forever, an RSC service will be upwards of $600.

Keith1 · 11 October 2013, 02:24 AM

You could search for a local watchmaker that has a pressure tester, and have them do it while you wait.

nagano2125 · 11 October 2013, 02:26 AM

It is within 2 yrs so the service is free. I would go through someone local but worried it will void warranty. Watch was purchased in march

Keith1 · 11 October 2013, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

It is within 2 yrs so the service is free. I would go through someone local but worried it will void warranty. Watch was purchased in march

If it is someone that has a Rolex parts account, they are certified to work on your watch, and will not void the warranty.

nagano2125 · 11 October 2013, 02:29 AM

I did call never said anything about an email lady just gave me directions over the phone.

MonBK · 11 October 2013, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

I did call never said anything about an email lady just gave me directions over the phone.

So you do have the directions?

nagano2125 · 11 October 2013, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

So you do have the directions?

Yeah, said that in OP. just didn't know if it had to go USPS since it wasn't specified as well any tips people may have.

Keith1 · 11 October 2013, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

I did call never said anything about an email lady just gave me directions over the phone.

If you go the RCS route, call them back for the email. They are very specific on how it is to be shipped like brown tape only on the box. They will not accept a box with clear tape. I would still look for a local Rolex certified watchmaker (non AD) that will do it while you wait. Below is part if the shipping instructions.

"Bring your box to your nearest United States Post Office. Instruct the postal clerk to send the package Registered MailTM, as the sample label above indicates."

MonBK · 11 October 2013, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

Yeah, said that in OP. just didn't know if it had to go USPS since it wasn't specified as well any tips people may have.

Yes, you have to send it USPS.

nagano2125 · 11 October 2013, 02:44 AM

Called back and asked for directions to be sent. Not sure why they didn't do it in first place considering it appears they are anal about the use of brown paper tape!

nagano2125 · 11 October 2013, 02:45 AM

Would you guys allow Tourneau to do the service as it is under warranty? I know as a whole they are not liked on the forum but idk what you guys think about their watch techs.

MonBK · 11 October 2013, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

Called back and asked for directions to be sent. Not sure why they didn't do it in first place considering it appears they are anal about the use of brown paper tape!

Which is a good thing.

padi56 · 11 October 2013, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano21

I am in the process of sending my watch to RSC to get the time regulated. I plan I doing this on my own to save money and time. I was told I need to send it registered and insured with the card and my return address.
For those of you who have sent back on your own did you use the post office or another means? Anything else I should know or consider? All my local ADs are charging $100 it look to add 2 weeks on to process since they do not ship them directly. Therefore I'd rather do it myself.
Any tips for sending on my own? Thanks

By how much outside the COSC spec is your watch running and how was your testing method.Simple regulation is a 30 minute job but if you send back to the RSC expect 4 weeks or longer.

Keith1 · 11 October 2013, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

Would you guys allow Tourneau to do the service as it is under warranty? I know as a whole they are not liked on the forum but idk what you guys think about their watch techs.

I don't know where Crazytown is, but most cities have many independent Rolex certified watchmaker that will correct it while you wait. Like Peter said, it's a 30 minute job. Make sure they do a pressure test.

nagano21 · 11 October 2013, 03:25 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

By how much outside the COSC spec is your watch running and how was your testing method.Simple regulation is a 30 minute job but if you send back to the RSC expect 4 weeks or longer.

It is -6sec/day. Enough to bother me. I last two nights have kept it off and dial up and it has been -2 to -3 sec a day now but I asked myself why start taking it off to correct if that's not how I have a,ways worn my watch. I sleep with it on and want to continue too.

Keith, I am in Boston area. The few I have spoke to for their opinion rec. sending it back to not void my warranty. They said don't give then an excuse to void your warranty. I guess if I knew and trusted someone close by I would use them. I don't know anyone and worry that with my luck something will go wrong and ill kick myself for not sending it in.

padi56 · 11 October 2013, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano21

It is -6sec/day. Enough to bother me. I last two nights have kept it off and dial up and it has been -2 to -3 sec a day now but I asked myself why start taking it off to correct if that's not how I have a,ways worn my watch. I sleep with it on and want to continue too.

Keith, I am in Boston area. The few I have spoke to for their opinion rec. sending it back to not void my warranty. They said don't give then an excuse to void your warranty. I guess if I knew and trusted someone close by I would use them. I don't know anyone and worry that with my luck something will go wrong and ill kick myself for not sending it in.

As long as you realize when adjusted on the machine to say +2 seconds this don't always mean it will perform exactly the same on the wrist.As you have found by taking your watch off your wrist at night and its gained up to 4 seconds.

kilyung · 11 October 2013, 03:36 AM

All you ever wanted to know about shipping a Rolex to RSC...

http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=277893

nagano21 · 11 October 2013, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

As long as you realize when adjusted on the machine to say +2 seconds this don't always mean it will perform exactly the same on the wrist.As you have found by taking your watch off your wrist at night and its gained up to 4 seconds.

Great point! Which doesn't help me make up my mind of course... It's tough I want the watch to perform perfectly, read all these posts about guys sending theirs in and now they are dead on accurate and recommending me to do the same. Like I mentioned before. I don't want to change my habits because of how the watch performs. I'd rather the watch change, and not my practice. If that makes sense.

SLS · 11 October 2013, 03:48 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

Called back and asked for directions to be sent. Not sure why they didn't do it in first place considering it appears they are anal about the use of brown paper tape!

That's actually the USPS that is anal about the brown tape...at least mine is!
Scott

Keith1 · 11 October 2013, 03:49 AM

Keith, I am in Boston area. The few I have spoke to for their opinion rec. sending it back to not void my warranty. They said don't give then an excuse to void your warranty. I guess if I knew and trusted someone close by I would use them. I don't know anyone and worry that with my luck something will go wrong and ill kick myself for not sending it in.[/QUOTE]

I did a Google search Rolex repair Boston, and there are several that will do it for you, and it will NOT void your warranty because they are Rolex authorized repair centers.

nagano2125 · 11 October 2013, 04:28 AM

I guess I'm having a hard time finding them. I see pduggin and boston watch and clock using your search inquiry and nothing on the site that I saw listed them as an authorized repair center. Albeit I did look briefly as I'm running around at the moment. As well as these are the only two that keep showing up in my search.

Keith1 · 11 October 2013, 04:41 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

I guess I'm having a hard time finding them. I see pduggin and boston watch and clock using your search inquiry and nothing on the site that I saw listed them as an authorized repair center. Albeit I did look briefly as I'm running around at the moment. As well as these are the only two that keep showing up in my search.

Boston Watch and Clock said they were Rolex authorized, and would adjust it for $30. Call Paul Duggan Fine Watches also. Just make sure anyone you use does a pressure test.

marnii · 11 October 2013, 06:00 AM

my sub used be 10+sec fast /day,so i asked to regular it during last service at rsc,the watch looks really nice after service,but the accuracy gets worse,a rough test,3-4 minutes a week,but i just leave it alone,don't want them open the case.maybe when next time service

kh1970 · 11 October 2013, 09:38 AM

For whatever it is worth, on the brown paper tape question, it is a requirement for registered mail. The post office has to be able to date stamp in multiple areas on the tape for registered mail. The stamp will smear if the tape is plastic.

Watch Professor · 11 October 2013, 09:43 AM

Tourneau is fine. I would use them for a regualtion.

George Ab · 11 October 2013, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by watch professor

tourneau is fine. I would use them for a regulation.

+1

Angrypuppy · 11 October 2013, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by nagano2125

On a side a side not after I posted this somehow my "post total" went from 120+ to single digits, do the reset or something.

Edit; Now you only have one

It looks like you are posting from different accounts.

powerfunk · 11 October 2013, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by kh1970

For whatever it is worth, on the brown paper tape question, it is a requirement for registered mail. The post office has to be able to date stamp in multiple areas on the tape for registered mail. The stamp will smear if the tape is plastic.

X2

Brown paper tape, send it registered mail, include all your contact info and warranty card and your instructions and you're good!

And definitely check out kilyung's thread on it.

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11 October 2013, 02:19 AM	#1
nagano21 Banned Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: MA Posts: 7	Sending to RSC I am in the process of sending my watch to RSC to get the time regulated. I plan I doing this on my own to save money and time. I was told I need to send it registered and insured with the card and my return address. For those of you who have sent back on your own did you use the post office or another means? Anything else I should know or consider? All my local ADs are charging $100 it look to add 2 weeks on to process since they do not ship them directly. Therefore I'd rather do it myself. Any tips for sending on my own? Thanks

11 October 2013, 02:22 AM	#2
nagano2125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Crazytown Posts: 228	On a side a side not after I posted this somehow my "post total" went from 120+ to single digits, do the reset or something. Edit; Now you only have one Last edited by nagano2125; 11 October 2013 at 02:25 AM.. Reason: Wow I had two names and didn't realize it...

11 October 2013, 09:43 AM	#27
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	Tourneau is fine. I would use them for a regualtion. __________________

11 October 2013, 02:22 AM	#3
NKflyer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Richard Location: Colorado Posts: 2,858	If you call them, they will email you an instruction kit for sending your watch in. I believe they will only accept packages via USPS registered mail. But if all you need is a regulation, might be better off to try to find someone local. Besides taking forever, an RSC service will be upwards of $600.

11 October 2013, 02:24 AM	#4
Keith1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: San Diego Watch: Sub-C blue, DSSD Posts: 2,482	You could search for a local watchmaker that has a pressure tester, and have them do it while you wait.

11 October 2013, 02:26 AM	#5
nagano2125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Crazytown Posts: 228	It is within 2 yrs so the service is free. I would go through someone local but worried it will void warranty. Watch was purchased in march

11 October 2013, 02:29 AM	#7
nagano2125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Crazytown Posts: 228	I did call never said anything about an email lady just gave me directions over the phone.

11 October 2013, 02:44 AM	#12
nagano2125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Crazytown Posts: 228	Called back and asked for directions to be sent. Not sure why they didn't do it in first place considering it appears they are anal about the use of brown paper tape!

11 October 2013, 02:45 AM	#13
nagano2125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Crazytown Posts: 228	Would you guys allow Tourneau to do the service as it is under warranty? I know as a whole they are not liked on the forum but idk what you guys think about their watch techs.

11 October 2013, 03:36 AM	#19
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	All you ever wanted to know about shipping a Rolex to RSC... http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=277893

11 October 2013, 03:49 AM	#22
Keith1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: San Diego Watch: Sub-C blue, DSSD Posts: 2,482	Keith, I am in Boston area. The few I have spoke to for their opinion rec. sending it back to not void my warranty. They said don't give then an excuse to void your warranty. I guess if I knew and trusted someone close by I would use them. I don't know anyone and worry that with my luck something will go wrong and ill kick myself for not sending it in.[/QUOTE] I did a Google search Rolex repair Boston, and there are several that will do it for you, and it will NOT void your warranty because they are Rolex authorized repair centers.

11 October 2013, 04:28 AM	#23
nagano2125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Crazytown Posts: 228	I guess I'm having a hard time finding them. I see pduggin and boston watch and clock using your search inquiry and nothing on the site that I saw listed them as an authorized repair center. Albeit I did look briefly as I'm running around at the moment. As well as these are the only two that keep showing up in my search.

11 October 2013, 06:00 AM	#25
marnii "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: kevin Location: ny Posts: 235	my sub used be 10+sec fast /day,so i asked to regular it during last service at rsc,the watch looks really nice after service,but the accuracy gets worse,a rough test,3-4 minutes a week,but i just leave it alone,don't want them open the case.maybe when next time service

11 October 2013, 09:38 AM	#26
kh1970 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Kyle Location: Virginia Watch: Changes often Posts: 266	For whatever it is worth, on the brown paper tape question, it is a requirement for registered mail. The post office has to be able to date stamp in multiple areas on the tape for registered mail. The stamp will smear if the tape is plastic.

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