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vh_bu98 · 23 March 2008, 02:56 PM

I will admit that when I bought my first Rolex, I didn't have them check the serial number against the case. Then again it was straight from the vault and the RSC verified it when I got it regulated.

Even with my wife's ladies DJ, we didn't check. So now I'm a little concern since it's a Y series. When we go to get the bracelet adjusted, I'm having them take the bracelet off and verify the serial.

I'm happy that the serial is engraved on the rehaute on my new YM. One less thing to worry about.

So how many of you actually double check the serial against the case?

Gedanken · 23 March 2008, 02:58 PM

Nope, but that was more because I was afraid to mark the lugs off while taking the springbar off. Now that I've gotten the hang of doing it right, I'll definitely be checking my next one.

krattzz · 23 March 2008, 03:08 PM

Didn't occur to do this. Which side of my watch is the number on and how would I take the band off?

Texsubmariner · 23 March 2008, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by krattzz

Didn't occur to do this. Which side of my watch is the number on and how would I take the band off?

The serial number is between the 6 o'clock lugs. You can also check easier by the serial number engraved on the RBR at 6 o'clock.

SPACE-DWELLER · 23 March 2008, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Gedanken

Nope, but that was more because I was afraid to mark the lugs off while taking the springbar off. Now that I've gotten the hang of doing it right, I'll definitely be checking my next one.

Exactly the same thing here. I always make sure that the number on the green hangtag and certificate match, though.

That's one of the advantages of the RBR: You can easily check the serial number.

TARDIS · 24 March 2008, 02:58 PM

I have verified ALL my Rolex with the garantie, swimpruf tag and the case between the lugs. It just gives me peace of mind.

I got my Sea-Dweller last year from an AD in Honk Kong and I didn't bother to check the case until January 08. The serial was there and the number happily was the same as the documents.

Removing the SEL link was fairly OK, but getting it back was a fiddle.

Anyone keen on doing this with their SEL should have the following:

Masking tape
Bergeon Tool #3153 fitted with the 1.0mm springbar fork
A peaceful frame of mind

Good luck!

Steve

23 March 2008, 02:56 PM	#1
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	Do you double check the serial number? I will admit that when I bought my first Rolex, I didn't have them check the serial number against the case. Then again it was straight from the vault and the RSC verified it when I got it regulated. Even with my wife's ladies DJ, we didn't check. So now I'm a little concern since it's a Y series. When we go to get the bracelet adjusted, I'm having them take the bracelet off and verify the serial. I'm happy that the serial is engraved on the rehaute on my new YM. One less thing to worry about. So how many of you actually double check the serial against the case?

23 March 2008, 02:58 PM	#2
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	Nope, but that was more because I was afraid to mark the lugs off while taking the springbar off. Now that I've gotten the hang of doing it right, I'll definitely be checking my next one. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

24 March 2008, 02:58 PM	#6
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	I have verified ALL my Rolex with the garantie, swimpruf tag and the case between the lugs. It just gives me peace of mind. I got my Sea-Dweller last year from an AD in Honk Kong and I didn't bother to check the case until January 08. The serial was there and the number happily was the same as the documents. Removing the SEL link was fairly OK, but getting it back was a fiddle. Anyone keen on doing this with their SEL should have the following: Masking tape Bergeon Tool #3153 fitted with the 1.0mm springbar fork A peaceful frame of mind Good luck! Steve

23 March 2008, 03:08 PM	#3
krattzz Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NYC, Philly. Watch: GMT BLNR Posts: 695	Didn't occur to do this. Which side of my watch is the number on and how would I take the band off?

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