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James759 · 28 January 2015, 03:00 AM

I an now the owner of my dad's Rolex Daytona 6262. I had it serviced by a Rolex Registered/Certified jeweler, Reis Nichols in Indianapolis. In 1995 they called me during a service and told me that the push buttons needed to be changed to a new style (Screw Down) due to the old ones not holding pressure. I tried to get the old pushers back and they told me Rolex would not allow them to give me the old parts.

So how bad is my watch with out the correct pushers???? I have tried to find the original style pushers and cant find them anywhere.

lhanddds · 28 January 2015, 03:12 AM

The "Vintage Rolex Forum" has a Marketplace where a lot of vintage parts are listed, you might try there. It is more valuable with the original pushers.

GeoGio Greece · 28 January 2015, 03:12 AM

Any pictures ?

The change affects the value as a vintage IMO, but the over all condition is what counts.

jdmi32 · 28 January 2015, 04:04 AM

Would love to see pics of this quite rare reference.

swish77 · 28 January 2015, 04:08 AM

Yes, photos, please. Interested to see the dial, and whether it's a PN.

mluther · 28 January 2015, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by swish77

yes, photos, please. Interested to see the dial, and whether it's a pn.

+1

James759 · 28 January 2015, 04:32 AM

My dad received this watch from a friend of his who was the the Rolls Royce dealer in West Palm Beach, FL back in the early 1970's as a payback for a loan. It has been the family ever since. The Indianapolis jeweler is the only one who has cracked the case.

I really appreciate any advice I can get.

Thank-you

Brushpup · 28 January 2015, 04:56 AM

Wow, welcome to the forum!

James759 · 28 January 2015, 05:00 AM

I don't think it is a PN, but it is in good shape, was not wore a lot.

jdmi32 · 28 January 2015, 05:28 AM

I'm not an expert by any means but wouldn't a 6262 have pump pushers?

James759 · 28 January 2015, 05:31 AM

Yes, it did, read my previous post.

In 1995 they called me during a service and told me that the push buttons needed to be changed to a new style (Screw Down) due to the old ones not holding pressure. I tried to get the old pushers back and they told me Rolex would not allow them to give me the old parts.

jdmi32 · 28 January 2015, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by James759

Yes, it did, read my previous post.

In 1995 they called me during a service and told me that the push buttons needed to be changed to a new style (Screw Down) due to the old ones not holding pressure. I tried to get the old pushers back and they told me Rolex would not allow them to give me the old parts.

Gotcha. I should pay better attention. Fantastic looking watch regardless.

cajuntiger · 28 January 2015, 10:42 AM

Its not cheap to replace them, but worth the effort. It looks much better as she was intended...here is her twin.
A shame the AD is so clueless.

AS1 · 28 January 2015, 10:52 AM

very nice watch and cool background story as well.

James759 · 28 January 2015, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by AS1

very nice watch and cool background story as well.

I just wish I could find some original pushers...

jedly1 · 28 January 2015, 11:03 AM

finding pushers isn't hard , think I've got several sets lying around , but I've got a nasty feeling that they reem out the pushers holes to fit the larger screw pushers ( though this is the first time i recall seeing a service centre do this ..especially as the 6262 wasn't an oyster not particularly waterproof)....im at the watchmaker tomorrow, if you drop me a PM to remind me ill ask the question if you physically can go backwards.

kryan5732 · 28 January 2015, 11:37 AM

Why is Rolex so clueless? Why wouldn't they have a vintage restoration department? They could make serious bank with all the parts they have. It is senseless!

kryan5732 · 28 January 2015, 11:38 AM

Nice watch BTW!

Lgear080 · 28 January 2015, 11:42 AM

In 1995 the marketplace was very different... No surprise they swapped the pushers for something more functional. Still a gorgeous piece!

cajuntiger · 28 January 2015, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Lgear080

In 1995 the marketplace was very different... No surprise they swapped the pushers for something more functional. Still a gorgeous piece!

How are they more functional?

anothernewphone · 28 January 2015, 12:35 PM

It looks great either way, and it's an awesome story. Isn't in crazy to think that those pushers were swapped out 20 years ago now? The game has certainly changed a lot since then.

cajuntiger · 28 January 2015, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by James759

I just wish I could find some original pushers...

I believe Rikki at Time Care has them in stock.

jedly1 · 28 January 2015, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by cajuntiger

How are they more functional?

screw pushers are consider to make the case functionally waterproof and therefore worthy of carrying the name ''oyster''.... pumpers don't come even close.

watchcrank · 29 January 2015, 12:45 AM

+1, i'd leave it if you plan on wearing much. If they enlarged the orifice's if not mistaken its a chore for an expert to repair case and add correct pushers. Especially if you have the paperwork from RSC. Part of watches history. Luck with your decision. m

James759 · 29 January 2015, 03:56 AM

Thank-you everyone, you have all been very helpful!! And Thanks to Pettai for the link to the pushers. Another thing I found out that I never noticed, is that the DAYTONA is actually a light blue, interesting after all these years.

cajuntiger · 29 January 2015, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by James759

Another thing I found out that I never noticed, is that the DAYTONA is actually a light blue, interesting after all these years.

It was originally white, but the paint used during that period faded to a light blue on some dials.

James759 · 29 January 2015, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by jedly1

finding pushers isn't hard , think I've got several sets lying around , but I've got a nasty feeling that they reem out the pushers holes to fit the larger screw pushers ( though this is the first time i recall seeing a service centre do this ..especially as the 6262 wasn't an oyster not particularly waterproof)....im at the watchmaker tomorrow, if you drop me a PM to remind me ill ask the question if you physically can go backwards.

He told me that both push buttons have the same thread and that they are interchangeable.

James759 · 29 January 2015, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by cajuntiger

It was originally white, but the paint used during that period faded to a light blue on some dials.

Thanks for the info!!

MitchSteel · 29 January 2015, 10:49 AM

Wow, what a find

cajuntiger · 29 January 2015, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by James759

He told me that both push buttons have the same thread and that they are interchangeable.

mine had one screw down pusher installed when I found it...actually installed by a Rolex AD, go figure. Bob Ridley restored the watch to its current condition and had no issue installing the correct pushers.

28 January 2015, 03:00 AM	#1
James759 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 13	Daytona 6262 I an now the owner of my dad's Rolex Daytona 6262. I had it serviced by a Rolex Registered/Certified jeweler, Reis Nichols in Indianapolis. In 1995 they called me during a service and told me that the push buttons needed to be changed to a new style (Screw Down) due to the old ones not holding pressure. I tried to get the old pushers back and they told me Rolex would not allow them to give me the old parts. So how bad is my watch with out the correct pushers???? I have tried to find the original style pushers and cant find them anywhere.

28 January 2015, 03:12 AM	#3
GeoGio Greece "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: George Location: Athens, Greece Watch: es --> A lot ! Posts: 2,327	Any pictures ? The change affects the value as a vintage IMO, but the over all condition is what counts. __________________ Rolex owner since 1971. 5513 and 16700 the loved ones. DJ WG Jubilee 16170 for wife - U series Oyster Perpetual WG 177234 for daughter V-series

28 January 2015, 04:32 AM	#7
James759 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 13	Photos 6262 My dad received this watch from a friend of his who was the the Rolls Royce dealer in West Palm Beach, FL back in the early 1970's as a payback for a loan. It has been the family ever since. The Indianapolis jeweler is the only one who has cracked the case. I really appreciate any advice I can get. Thank-you Attached Images

28 January 2015, 04:56 AM	#8
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28 January 2015, 05:00 AM	#9
James759 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 13	More Pics I don't think it is a PN, but it is in good shape, was not wore a lot. Attached Images

28 January 2015, 03:12 AM	#2
lhanddds Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Watch: of course Posts: 8,429	The "Vintage Rolex Forum" has a Marketplace where a lot of vintage parts are listed, you might try there. It is more valuable with the original pushers.

28 January 2015, 04:04 AM	#4
jdmi32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Ky Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 16570 Posts: 2,362	Would love to see pics of this quite rare reference.

28 January 2015, 04:08 AM	#5
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 7,003	Yes, photos, please. Interested to see the dial, and whether it's a PN.

28 January 2015, 05:28 AM	#10
jdmi32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Ky Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 16570 Posts: 2,362	I'm not an expert by any means but wouldn't a 6262 have pump pushers?

28 January 2015, 05:31 AM	#11
James759 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 13	Yes, it did, read my previous post. In 1995 they called me during a service and told me that the push buttons needed to be changed to a new style (Screw Down) due to the old ones not holding pressure. I tried to get the old pushers back and they told me Rolex would not allow them to give me the old parts.

28 January 2015, 10:42 AM	#13
cajuntiger 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Who Dat Location: USA Watch: 5512 Posts: 1,149	Its not cheap to replace them, but worth the effort. It looks much better as she was intended...here is her twin. A shame the AD is so clueless. Attached Images

28 January 2015, 10:52 AM	#14
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	very nice watch and cool background story as well.

28 January 2015, 11:03 AM	#16
jedly1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: mel(oz)/Yorks(uk) Posts: 1,929	finding pushers isn't hard , think I've got several sets lying around , but I've got a nasty feeling that they reem out the pushers holes to fit the larger screw pushers ( though this is the first time i recall seeing a service centre do this ..especially as the 6262 wasn't an oyster not particularly waterproof)....im at the watchmaker tomorrow, if you drop me a PM to remind me ill ask the question if you physically can go backwards.

28 January 2015, 11:37 AM	#17
kryan5732 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 121	Why is Rolex so clueless? Why wouldn't they have a vintage restoration department? They could make serious bank with all the parts they have. It is senseless!

28 January 2015, 11:38 AM	#18
kryan5732 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 121	Nice watch BTW!

28 January 2015, 11:42 AM	#19
Lgear080 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 3,506	In 1995 the marketplace was very different... No surprise they swapped the pushers for something more functional. Still a gorgeous piece!

28 January 2015, 12:35 PM	#21
anothernewphone Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Bill Location: Plymouth Meeting Watch: 116520 Posts: 3,209	It looks great either way, and it's an awesome story. Isn't in crazy to think that those pushers were swapped out 20 years ago now? The game has certainly changed a lot since then.

29 January 2015, 12:45 AM	#24
watchcrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: michael Location: Florida Watch: explorer II cream Posts: 1,664	+1, i'd leave it if you plan on wearing much. If they enlarged the orifice's if not mistaken its a chore for an expert to repair case and add correct pushers. Especially if you have the paperwork from RSC. Part of watches history. Luck with your decision. m

29 January 2015, 03:56 AM	#25
James759 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 13	Thank-you everyone, you have all been very helpful!! And Thanks to Pettai for the link to the pushers. Another thing I found out that I never noticed, is that the DAYTONA is actually a light blue, interesting after all these years. Last edited by James759; 29 January 2015 at 04:50 AM.. Reason: Add info

29 January 2015, 10:49 AM	#29
MitchSteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: MDangerSteel Location: Canada Watch: Vintage Rolex Posts: 2,301	Wow, what a find __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons Probability of survival is inversely proportional to the angle of arrival---Capt. Rage Don't believe anything in aviation, 'till V1---Mitch Danger Steel

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