RSC Servicing: Should this 16710 go in?

[armybuck041]

Hey Fellas,

Age old question around here i'm sure.

I've got a very nice P Serial 16710 that I bought recently. Watch looks great and runs a perfect 8.5 seconds per day on the dot, no exceptions whether on the wrist or in the winder. A bit fast but consistent.

The trouble is, other than the original Rolex serial number/warranty paperwork from the original AD (date of purchase was mid 2001), I don't have any other paperwork for the watch showing a servicing.

I'm debating hard on whether to send it in for a servicing or keep on wearing it as is.

Thoughts?

[SLS]

I'd keep wearing it until it is not consistent...and IMHO, keep it off the winder, no need to create any unnecessary wear. Great looking GMT II

[Runnin' Rebel]

I'd do at least a pressure check. Black bezel, very nice

[tkerrmd]

If it was mine I would get it serviced however won't hurt to just wear it until whenever

[sickened1]

I'm in the "if it ain't broke" camp. Just got one with Pepsi bezel (D serial) and took it to RSC to remove a permanent link but that was it.

[Agentorange]

I just acquired a great condition p serial as well. Was running a great 2-3 seconds fast per day. I noticed the sweeping hand was slightly bent so I took it into the RSC for a full service and replacement hand. I probably would have done it anyway a even without the bent hand. Just gave me piece of mind even though I purchased from a reputable seller here. Took 3 weeks on the dot.


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[xjeeunitx]

I wouldn't.

[Old Expat Beast]

I would. If only just to make it feel more like your own, and get it registered to your name by Rolex. I'm also in the prevention-is-better-than-cure camp, and getting it better regulated would be nice.

[WS9D]

Having just picked up a D serial back in August and having it serviced, I would for peace of mind for another 7 years

[jeffgo888]

I would service it. Why wait? Watch been in service since 2001, thats 14 years.
yes, its a ROLEX, but all watches need some form of TLC. Don't abuse the watch and it will serve you well. If it was 5 or 6 yrs old, I would say wait, but 14 years?
Send it in for peace of mind. You don't want it conking out on you when you need it most.
Plus you have RSC guarantee for 2 years

[watchwatcher]

Nope. Not as long as it is running consistently, anyway.

[armybuck041]

Wow. That's quite the split decision :)

I think I'll wait until after the holidays and then send it off to the RSC. I'm going to feel guilty otherwise.

Here's 14 data points over 16 days:

One thing is certain, If it's never been serviced in nearly 15 years, that is definitely a testament to Rolex quality.

[bbressler]

I was in a similar situation with a K serial I bought that ran a little fast. Had RSC service it and was happy with my decision. It also helped when I decided to sell it.

[rdragon]

I'm in a similar situation as well. If you send it in and they open it up, are they able to tell if it doesn't need a service?

[Doug T]

I'm in the get it serviced camp! If it hasn't been serviced since it was purchased, it's likely in need of a good service with new lubrication etc. This way you will know exactly what you have.

[Andad]

Why pay another $800 just to make it 'your own'?

I wouldn't have it serviced.

[sea-dweller]

I'd service it, especially if it hasn't been. If it needs one and you don't, you could put additional wear on the watch.

[ec51]

At a minimum, have it pressure tested...if you plan on having it in/near water.

[crowncollection]

Leave it be


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[joli160]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

I would. If only just to make it feel more like your own, and get it registered to your name by Rolex. I'm also in the prevention-is-better-than-cure camp, and getting it better regulated would be nice.

This, it can use a bit regulation and you'll get a brand new looking watch back after service

[padi56]

Myself would have it serviced sooner than later, who know perhaps watch have spent half its life on one of the so called machine winders, have it serviced for piece of mind.

[Solicitor]

I wouldn't. I bought a watch that was kept in the safe for 27 years. When it was picked up it ran at a perfect 3 sec fast per day.

I then brought it to a watch technician friend and on the timegraph didnt register error.

He didn't want to open, but I suggested it to be opened since it's been 27 years and lo and behold..



Except for a worn gasket and a quick 5 min lubrication, my friend told me to just bring the watch to him after 5 years or so.

Ps. It now runs at a perfect + 2 secs / day.

[HogwldFLTR]

I bring watches in when they misbehave (feel tough to wind, have poor time tracking) other than that have them pressure tested if you need water resistance.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by padi56

Myself would have it serviced sooner than later, who know perhaps watch have spent half its life on one of the so called machine winders, have it serviced for piece of mind.

Look on the bright side Peter.

Perhaps it has never been worn.

[Chadridv]

Two things:

To the OP I had my k series sub serviced after 14 years and aside from there being a few issues with the watch I had no way of knowing about (crown stem damage, gaskets cracking or cracked,etc) it gave me a nice peace of mind. I would personally do it, at least go get it pressure tested and get an official estimate for service.

Originally Posted by padi56

Myself would have it serviced sooner than later, who know perhaps watch have spent half its life on one of the so called machine winders, have it serviced for piece of mind.

Second thing: Peter, I have about a 3 watch rotation. Every watch sees time on the wrist at least one or two times a month. Almost every time I switch watches I need to set the time, so I'm definitely not cycling through a new watch every day or even every couple of days (just to give you an idea of rotation frequency).

I think I know your answer, especially considering your comment above, but would a winder make sense for me? If not, what scenario, if any, in your opinion does a winder make sense for someone?

Sorry to divert, I didn't want to start a whole new thread for a quick question.

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

I bring watches in when they misbehave (feel tough to wind, have poor time tracking) other than that have them pressure tested if you need water resistance.

...and when you forget to switch on your winder and the watch 'stops working'

(Sorry, but that was an unforgettable TRF classic)

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

Two things:

To the OP I had my k series sub serviced after 14 years and aside from there being a few issues with the watch I had no way of knowing about (crown stem damage, gaskets cracking or cracked,etc) it gave me a nice peace of mind. I would personally do it, at least go get it pressure tested and get an official estimate for service.



Second thing: Peter, I have about a 3 watch rotation. Every watch sees time on the wrist at least one or two times a month. Almost every time I switch watches I need to set the time, so I'm definitely not cycling through a new watch every day or even every couple of days (just to give you an idea of rotation frequency).

I think I know your answer, especially considering your comment above, but would a winder make sense for me? If not, what scenario, if any, in your opinion does a winder make sense for someone?

Sorry to divert, I didn't want to start a whole new thread for a quick question.

Myself not a fan for any watch-winder other than your own wrist for any of the modern day Rolex range as they don't have many complications.And quite a few of our on TecExperts on forum like Vanessa who services Rolex watches for her living do not recommend them.Now if watch has many complications which Rolex don't have, then they could prove to be purely a convenience.All any watch needs if stored for say longer than a month is just a small wind just to start the movement every month or so.And to wind reset watch must take all of 30 seconds, why put wear on any movement on a machine, if its not needed to tell the time on the wrist what it was designed for.

[Racerdj]

Like others have said, at least a pressure check is in order.

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by padi56

Myself not a fan for any watch-winder other than your own wrist for any of the modern day Rolex range as they don't have many complications.And quite a few of our on TecExperts on forum like Vanessa who services Rolex watches for her living do not recommend them.Now if watch has many complications which Rolex don't have, then they could prove to be purely a convenience.All any watch needs if stored for say longer than a month is just a small wind just to start the movement every month or so.And to wind reset watch must take all of 30 seconds, why put wear on any movement on a machine, if its not needed to tell the time on the wrist what it was designed for.

Good to know! Thanks for the response Peter.

[scooter2]

I have a 2001 Submariner 14060M that I have owned for 2 of it's 14 years. It didn't come with papers although I bought it from a respected Independent who I had dealt with several times before.

Unsure of it's previous history I rang Rolex to be told that it was not on 'their books' for having been serviced. For peace of mine I sent it into RSC London and it came back looking fantastic and currently running at 0/+1 a month.

It needed a new sapphire, a new crown and a bezel insert. From my standpoint I was very happy that I had taken this route.

At the end of the day the decision rests with the OP.

scooter