ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

marcbush123 · 6 January 2016, 04:49 AM

I wrote a long and detailed post but it had an error message, so this is going to be much shorter.

I inherited the attached GMT from my dad. I'm not looking to validate the watch is genuine, I already know that.

To the point:

The very last service was not done by an authorized Rolex service center. Is it true they will not touch a watch that has been previously "cannibalized"?

I want to get it as close to original as possible, including a new/used bracelet that is era correct. Where is the best place, Ebay and say a few Hail Mary's? I have absolutely NO plans to sell this watch.

The quick change for the date no longer works and Rolex didn't have parts the last time they worked on the watch. Doesn’t bother me that much. I also don’t think the Acrylic is an original.

If the country this was serviced in closed their remaining service center, would those records have been sent to Switzerland? If I were to send Rolex my dad’s particulars, could they trace his service history?

If the post gets in interest I would be happy to supply more info.

Thanks.

lee fowler · 6 January 2016, 05:39 AM

That is Pointed Crown Guard case and being from 60's it will not have the quick set date. The first three numbers from the serial will give you year and you can then decide what bracelet it will require. Rolex do not give out history but you could write and ask it will not hurt. The only other thing that is not correct is the insert it should be a fat font one. Hope this helps. You would be best to keep an eye out on here and VRM.

dpa94114 · 6 January 2016, 06:41 AM

The watch is stunning, beautiful condition.

Ebay is a fine source for bracelets - I just purchased an older Jubilee for a mid 60s GMT. There is a website called http://www.gmtmasterhistory.com/

Good resource for older GMT information.

As long as the watch is running well, I wouldn't be terribly concerned about tracing it's history. Rolex isn't like a medical record - so I wouldn't anticipate a very good trail going back to 1960.

Just enjoy it! And think about insuring it...

phillip ridley · 6 January 2016, 06:57 AM

Beautiful watch. There are a few watchmakers out there that enjoy working on these vintage watches. I am confident that quick change can be repaired in the right hands.
Again, lovely watch.

Phillip Ridley, CW21

watchcrank · 6 January 2016, 06:58 AM

nice 1675, period inserts are pricey and that one looks good. I'd wear it on strap or bracelet. I like them on a jubilee but a 7206 oyster is good too. If you have serviced ask for some recommendations for good "vintage" watchmakers. Scratch that dial or knock off the lume and values plummet.
And as said that is a slow set movement, no quick change feature.

phillip ridley · 6 January 2016, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchcrank

nice 1675, period inserts are pricey and that one looks good. I'd wear it on strap or bracelet. I like them on a jubilee but a 7206 oyster is good too. If you have serviced ask for some recommendations for good "vintage" watchmakers. Scratch that dial or knock off the lume and values plummet.
And as said that is a slow set movement, no quick change feature.

That is correct, there is not a quick set using the crown.
I took him referring to "quick change" as the date snapping or clicking quickly, versus the date slowly moving forward.

dstacy · 6 January 2016, 08:36 AM

PM sent

springer · 6 January 2016, 10:09 AM

The insert is very nice, but not correct for the mid-1960s. It appears to be a service insert or possibly late 1970s. If it is a red back, it is probably late 1970s. Blue backs are from the early 1980s on up. A super fat font would be very nice and correct.

droptopman · 6 January 2016, 10:19 AM

Beautiful GMT.

I agree the insert does look nice, but I would look for a nice fat font insert for it. It will be expensive, but will restore it back to its original look. They can be found here and on other forums. Same for the bracelet, a 7206 would look great on that watch. I found one last year on a sister forum and then sent it to Michael Young for a full restoration. Looks and wears brand new now. Well worth the cost. You can also find a plexi on the forums.

I personally avoid ebay for most Rolex parts, too many aftermarket parts being sold for genuine money and some of the parts it is really hard to tell in pictures.

Congrats on a really rare and cool watch.

6 January 2016, 04:49 AM	#1
marcbush123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Canada Posts: 1	Vintage GMT - Circa 1960 I wrote a long and detailed post but it had an error message, so this is going to be much shorter. I inherited the attached GMT from my dad. I'm not looking to validate the watch is genuine, I already know that. To the point: The very last service was not done by an authorized Rolex service center. Is it true they will not touch a watch that has been previously "cannibalized"? I want to get it as close to original as possible, including a new/used bracelet that is era correct. Where is the best place, Ebay and say a few Hail Mary's? I have absolutely NO plans to sell this watch. The quick change for the date no longer works and Rolex didn't have parts the last time they worked on the watch. Doesn’t bother me that much. I also don’t think the Acrylic is an original. If the country this was serviced in closed their remaining service center, would those records have been sent to Switzerland? If I were to send Rolex my dad’s particulars, could they trace his service history? If the post gets in interest I would be happy to supply more info. Thanks. Attached Images

6 January 2016, 05:39 AM	#2
lee fowler 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 2,559	That is Pointed Crown Guard case and being from 60's it will not have the quick set date. The first three numbers from the serial will give you year and you can then decide what bracelet it will require. Rolex do not give out history but you could write and ask it will not hurt. The only other thing that is not correct is the insert it should be a fat font one. Hope this helps. You would be best to keep an eye out on here and VRM. __________________ Instagram: @lee1563

6 January 2016, 06:58 AM	#5
watchcrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: michael Location: Florida Watch: explorer II cream Posts: 1,664	nice 1675, period inserts are pricey and that one looks good. I'd wear it on strap or bracelet. I like them on a jubilee but a 7206 oyster is good too. If you have serviced ask for some recommendations for good "vintage" watchmakers. Scratch that dial or knock off the lume and values plummet. And as said that is a slow set movement, no quick change feature. Last edited by watchcrank; 6 January 2016 at 06:59 AM.. Reason: addition

6 January 2016, 10:09 AM	#8
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	The insert is very nice, but not correct for the mid-1960s. It appears to be a service insert or possibly late 1970s. If it is a red back, it is probably late 1970s. Blue backs are from the early 1980s on up. A super fat font would be very nice and correct. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

6 January 2016, 06:41 AM	#3
dpa94114 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: ex SF, back east Posts: 531	The watch is stunning, beautiful condition. Ebay is a fine source for bracelets - I just purchased an older Jubilee for a mid 60s GMT. There is a website called http://www.gmtmasterhistory.com/ Good resource for older GMT information. As long as the watch is running well, I wouldn't be terribly concerned about tracing it's history. Rolex isn't like a medical record - so I wouldn't anticipate a very good trail going back to 1960. Just enjoy it! And think about insuring it...

6 January 2016, 06:57 AM	#4
phillip ridley 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Mesa, Arizona Watch: 1971 Rolex Red Sub Posts: 555	Beautiful watch. There are a few watchmakers out there that enjoy working on these vintage watches. I am confident that quick change can be repaired in the right hands. Again, lovely watch. Phillip Ridley, CW21

6 January 2016, 08:36 AM	#7
dstacy Banned Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Who cares? Location: Texas Watch: A few Posts: 451	PM sent

6 January 2016, 10:19 AM	#9
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	Beautiful GMT. I agree the insert does look nice, but I would look for a nice fat font insert for it. It will be expensive, but will restore it back to its original look. They can be found here and on other forums. Same for the bracelet, a 7206 would look great on that watch. I found one last year on a sister forum and then sent it to Michael Young for a full restoration. Looks and wears brand new now. Well worth the cost. You can also find a plexi on the forums. I personally avoid ebay for most Rolex parts, too many aftermarket parts being sold for genuine money and some of the parts it is really hard to tell in pictures. Congrats on a really rare and cool watch.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)