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arttay10 · 22 August 2008, 01:49 AM

Hi All,

I recieved this bombshell from Rolex today - I was really excited to recieve the revised quote, but the costing has really knocked me off my feet and really made me crap all day !!

I've attached a picture - remember the quote is in UK Sterling not Dollars (though I wish !!)

Rockrolex · 22 August 2008, 01:55 AM

It's a bit hard to read, but am I seeing 4 figures to the left of the decimal with the most significant one being a "2"? OMG. Why not just buy a new one and be done with it?

Tony-GB · 22 August 2008, 02:03 AM

Is that two and a half grand?!

I think it states vintage. Is that right?

arttay10 · 22 August 2008, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

Is that two and a half grand?!

I think it states vintage. Is that right?

Yep - £2493.76p - It for a 77 1630 Datejust - So there is the added vintage premium...

jdc · 22 August 2008, 02:14 AM

is that £1600 for a bracelet?

, I would consider a strap

profjohn · 22 August 2008, 02:19 AM

I think it may be worth it because your 1630 is quite rare and the bracelet is quite unique. If you travel to Asia, it would definitely be cheaper at the RSCs in Singapore / HK / Tokyo due to currency exchange rates.

arttay10 · 22 August 2008, 02:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by profjohn

I think it may be worth it because your 1630 is quite rare and the bracelet is quite unique. If you travel to Asia, it would definitely be cheaper at the RSCs in Singapore / HK / Tokyo due to currency exchange rates.

Funny enough - I phoned Rolex in Hong Kong regarding the bracelet and although English is the secondry language in HK - I really struggled to no avail
with the service division there.

arttay10 · 22 August 2008, 02:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdc

is that £1600 for a bracelet?

, I would consider a strap

I wish I could - be the bloody thing is integral to the case

jdc · 22 August 2008, 03:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arttay10

I wish I could - be the bloody thing is integral to the case

i see that is why it is so expensive

Art161 · 22 August 2008, 03:40 AM

The good news is that Rolex is willing to service it.

Jimbits76 · 22 August 2008, 04:25 AM

Sorry to hear that pal.

Rolex sucks when it comes to vintage.

Can't offer anything to cheer you up...I am but a sad clown shedding a single tear, deflated balloon and all!

J

arttay10 · 22 August 2008, 05:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Sorry to hear that pal.

Rolex sucks when it comes to vintage.

Can't offer anything to cheer you up...I am but a sad clown shedding a single tear, deflated balloon and all!

J

Thanks Jim - Its hard to keep the old 'stiff upper lip'

Jocke · 22 August 2008, 05:23 AM

To me it looks like they know the value.

Sorry to hear.

Jocke

profjohn · 22 August 2008, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arttay10

Funny enough - I phoned Rolex in Hong Kong regarding the bracelet and although English is the secondry language in HK - I really struggled to no avail
with the service division there.

I'm surprised, I'd say you try Singapore, people say they speak better English than the other Asians. If not, maybe Dubai. I heard it cost about SGD$400.00 to service a Rolex in Singapore and I guess the parts may be cheaper. It could be cheaper for you to take a holiday there and service your watch as well!

Jimbits76 · 22 August 2008, 05:24 AM

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Originally Posted by arttay10

Thanks Jim - Its hard to keep the old 'stiff upper lip'

Keep em stiff Stuart me lad...you never know when we'll catch them with their trousers down...they don't like it up them etc etc.

I'm in the same boat. My OD has been with Tylden Reed since Feb. He's trying to source bracelet parts and a couple of extra links...I'm dreading the results.

I feel bad, the watch has so much emotion wrapped up into it's tiny steel body but it feels like a mini money pit.

I would never get rid of it...it was my grandfather's watch and it's all I really have of him but....sometimes it feels like a curse as well as a fab heirloom. It's like you are chosen to look after this watch for the generations past and the generations to come and you have to foot the bleeding bill.

If mine came in for repairs at 2k...man I'd have visions of gorgeous Pepsi GMTs waving at me from very very far away!!!!

J

Leighton · 22 August 2008, 05:27 AM

Wow! That would be a lot just in USD but Pound Sterling!

So, are you going for it?

arttay10 · 22 August 2008, 05:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Keep em stiff Stuart me lad...you never know when we'll catch them with their trousers down...they don't like it up them etc etc.

I'm in the same boat. My OD has been with Tylden Reed since Feb. He's trying to source bracelet parts and a couple of extra links...I'm dreading the results.

I feel bad, the watch has so much emotion wrapped up into it's tiny steel body but it feels like a mini money pit.

I would never get rid of it...it was my grandfather's watch and it's all I really have of him but....sometimes it feels like a curse as well as a fab heirloom. It's like you are chosen to look after this watch for the generations past and the generations to come and you have to foot the bleeding bill.

If mine came in for repairs at 2k...man I'd have visions of gorgeous Pepsi GMTs waving at me from very very far away!!!!

J

I spoke to Tylden this week regarding it - I know the guy is really busy, even he was only 50/50 on the chances of success -though I think he had ideas of maybe rebuilding the bracelet.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leighton

Wow! That would be a lot just in USD but Pound Sterling!

So, are you going for it?

I don't know...... being honest

Head says let it go and dont be stupid ........

Heart says rescue it back to its former glory - they obviously will be come rarer in the long run, especially as I would basically receive a like new watch .........

So I dont know

arttay10 · 22 August 2008, 05:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by profjohn

I'm surprised, I'd say you try Singapore, people say they speak better English than the other Asians. If not, maybe Dubai. I heard it cost about SGD$400.00 to service a Rolex in Singapore and I guess the parts may be cheaper. It could be cheaper for you to take a holiday there and service your watch as well!

Its certainly worth the phone call......

sini1717 · 22 August 2008, 06:52 AM

If it has a lot of sentimental value to you.
And remember you may never be able to get another one.
Then its worth getting shafted

just once.
When its done, and you have it back on your wrist you will have one hell of a watch. good luck!

East Bay Rider · 22 August 2008, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by profjohn

I think it may be worth it because your 1630 is quite rare and the bracelet is quite unique...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Art161

The good news is that Rolex is willing to service it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by arttay10

...
Heart says rescue it back to its former glory - they obviously will be come rarer in the long run, especially as I would basically receive a like new watch .........

Quote:

Originally Posted by arttay10

Yep - £2493.76p - It for a 77 1630 Datejust - So there is the added vintage premium...

Quote:

Originally Posted by sini1717

If it has a lot of sentimental value to you.
And remember you may never be able to get another one.
...
When its done, and you have it back on your wrist you will have one hell of a watch. good luck!

Far be it for me to tell you how to spend your money but there are a few compelling arguments for having it done.
Once it is restored it will stay beautiful for the next generation.

swatty · 22 August 2008, 07:02 PM

Does it really need the new bracelet? Can you have it serviced and source a bracelet elsewhere? Just my

DSJ · 23 August 2008, 01:46 AM

Sorry to see that buddy - I'm still on the hunt for you!

arttay10 · 23 August 2008, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

Sorry to see that buddy - I'm still on the hunt for you!

Thanks Dave

I've a lead in California to chase up later this evening (or their morning) fingers crossed !!

arttay10 · 23 August 2008, 02:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swatty

Does it really need the new bracelet? Can you have it serviced and source a bracelet elsewhere? Just my

Peter - I did think the same.... but when I looked at a new dial hands, Flanges, Crystal etc......
It seems a shame to only do half a job - so to speak.

I won't give up - somewhere out there must be Bracelet (besides Rolex Geneva !!)

As regards sending it somewhere else... well, I have the view that if your spending money on a major service, I might aswell have Rolex papers to prove it.

Terry Newton · 23 August 2008, 02:07 AM

What about Bob Ridley?

Terry Newton

arttay10 · 23 August 2008, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Terry Newton

What about Bob Ridley?

Terry Newton

Hi Terry - Sent him an e-mail (thanks for the pointer, by the way

)

He replied by saying that he could not help me.

I'm still not giving up

submariner313 · 23 August 2008, 03:52 AM

Quality pays, but that quote does seem excessive.

2careless · 23 August 2008, 06:58 AM

Well, I think John(jac67) had a 1630 and he mentioned he paid A$350 (approx 160 quid) for one link at RSC here. So, 160 x12 links = 1920 quid + another couple hundred for the clasp, endlinks etc. ... Note that they are "only" charging 1600 pounds for the bracelet ex tax.

GMTII Owner · 23 August 2008, 02:09 PM

The dollar is getting stronger each day, you could hold out and ship it to the US in a few months and see if they would honor the pricing once converted. Worth a shot...

John

22 August 2008, 01:49 AM	#1
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profjohn Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: John Location: Birmingham, UK Watch: Panerai 219 Destro Posts: 100	I think it may be worth it because your 1630 is quite rare and the bracelet is quite unique. If you travel to Asia, it would definitely be cheaper at the RSCs in Singapore / HK / Tokyo due to currency exchange rates.

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Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	Sorry to hear that pal. Rolex sucks when it comes to vintage. Can't offer anything to cheer you up...I am but a sad clown shedding a single tear, deflated balloon and all! J

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swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	Does it really need the new bracelet? Can you have it serviced and source a bracelet elsewhere? Just my

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23 August 2008, 06:58 AM	#28
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Well, I think John(jac67) had a 1630 and he mentioned he paid A$350 (approx 160 quid) for one link at RSC here. So, 160 x12 links = 1920 quid + another couple hundred for the clasp, endlinks etc. ... Note that they are "only" charging 1600 pounds for the bracelet ex tax.

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