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aekdb · 23 September 2016, 10:43 AM

I bought my third Rolex today, it is scheduled to be delivered tomorrow morning and I can't wait.

It is a reference that I have said will be my next since getting the blnr.

On a sad note on the way home from the ad I noticed I have a huge knick on the bottom left side of my case and it is really driving me nuts, especially since the sub is less than a month old

Danny83 · 23 September 2016, 10:49 AM

Congrats, do you have a photo of the ding?

Ticknaway · 23 September 2016, 11:01 AM

Congrats on the third, any knick would probably drive me crazy too!

aekdb · 23 September 2016, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Danny83

Congrats, do you have a photo of the ding?

What p*ssess me off the most is I have no idea how or when it could have happened

Hodog16 · 23 September 2016, 11:41 AM

Oof, it can be repaired though.

Just saw a nick on my Sub that wasn't there before, also have no idea where/when it happened.

watchwatcher · 23 September 2016, 11:49 AM

Congrats.

aekdb · 23 September 2016, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Hodog16

Oof, it can be repaired though.

Just saw a nick on my Sub that wasn't there before, also have no idea where/when it happened.

It can? That makes me feel better to hear I can get it repaired!

I can't believe the steel can "knick" like that. I have had my tag for a long time and literally beat it and nothing like this has ever happened to it

LuminousMaximus · 23 September 2016, 11:57 AM

That's not a nick...That's a Compound Fracture!

Well, I may be exaggerating, but are you sure the wife didn't bang it when you were sleeping, because you pay more attention to your watches than to your wife??

aekdb · 23 September 2016, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by LuminousMaximus

That's not a nick...That's a Compound Fracture!

Well, I may be exaggerating, but are you sure the wife didn't bang it when you were sleeping, because you pay more attention to your watches than to your wife??

That was my first thought as well

but I have been out of town the past couple of days with the watch on my wrist

Apdl · 23 September 2016, 12:02 PM

Wow that's gotta be a big impact
It's character ��

SemperFi · 23 September 2016, 12:02 PM

It's odd that it's on the bottom and not the top. Almost like it was dropped.

aekdb · 23 September 2016, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

It's odd that it's on the bottom and not the top. Almost like it was dropped.

I know and I can't figure out how it wouldn't have caught the bracelet?

Hotrod297 · 23 September 2016, 12:11 PM

Yikes!

BNA/LION · 23 September 2016, 12:13 PM

Ouch!

Congratulations on the incoming!

second time · 23 September 2016, 12:15 PM

Hard to imagine how that could have happened while you were wearing it. Think back to when you took it off, maybe you'll remember something. Commiserations!

Investr · 23 September 2016, 12:27 PM

Yikes!!! Does it still tell time?

aekdb · 23 September 2016, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by second time

Hard to imagine how that could have happened while you were wearing it. Think back to when you took it off, maybe you'll remember something. Commiserations!

I know it couldn't have happened while wearing it. The only times I have had it off lately is at night and when I was getting fitted for my new incoming. I must have dropped it at some point in the last couple of days and not realized it until today. I am wondering what I would have placed it on that would have been hard enough to do that to the steel though

aekdb · 23 September 2016, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Investr

Yikes!!! Does it still tell time?

Yes sir, no issues with that thank goodness. Just a nasty chunk of steel missing

ap1 · 23 September 2016, 12:45 PM

That sucks but it's a rolex so all good, still works. Congrats on number 3

Al1969 · 23 September 2016, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by aekdb

Yes sir, no issues with that thank goodness. Just a nasty chunk of steel missing

How did you do that? And yes it looks like a chunk of the case is missing. Well, I'm sure you can get that repaired. Embrace the 'battle' scars.

dcash0615 · 23 September 2016, 01:17 PM

That is what I am thinking. It was dropped at some point.

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

It's odd that it's on the bottom and not the top. Almost like it was dropped.

kilyung · 23 September 2016, 01:32 PM

Not too bad

ilovewatchestoo · 23 September 2016, 01:35 PM

The location makes it less easily viewable so that is good. It will dull in how much you notice it through time.

Lol-x · 23 September 2016, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by aekdb

What p*ssess me off the most is I have no idea how or when it could have happened

That is so cool!!!
That is bad a** man, just shows the solid construction.
Epic talking point, keep it and enjoy

nobbylon · 23 September 2016, 02:44 PM

The first few dings are always the worst. The only way to keep it new is not to wear it. I know a lot of people dislike scratches and dings etc but at the end of the day it's part of the life of the watch. In 30 years it will look terrific with all it's scars.

RGAmos · 23 September 2016, 02:46 PM

Looks like the grain structure of the metal is showing. I can't imagine how that could have happened. It appears that a portion of the metal is missing instead of a large area being abraded.

Tudorpa · 23 September 2016, 03:57 PM

I would have your AD send it in to the repair center to have it checked out. Possibly a flaw in the steel. At least get an estimate and then decide. It doesn't pay to be upset whenever you wear it. Enjoy your #3.

Lordofrolex · 23 September 2016, 03:58 PM

May need laser welding but can be fixed.

crowncollection · 23 September 2016, 06:34 PM

Laser welding is needed

Evad3 · 23 September 2016, 07:55 PM

Ouch on that scar, but congrats on the new piece!

23 September 2016, 10:43 AM	#1
aekdb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Jason Location: MS Watch: Rolex, Tudor Posts: 1,315	I think I need help... I bought my third Rolex today, it is scheduled to be delivered tomorrow morning and I can't wait. It is a reference that I have said will be my next since getting the blnr. On a sad note on the way home from the ad I noticed I have a huge knick on the bottom left side of my case and it is really driving me nuts, especially since the sub is less than a month old

23 September 2016, 11:57 AM	#8
LuminousMaximus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Watch: me hit Huge Lotto Posts: 6,512	That's not a nick...That's a Compound Fracture! Well, I may be exaggerating, but are you sure the wife didn't bang it when you were sleeping, because you pay more attention to your watches than to your wife?? __________________ “Every man Dies... Not Every Man, Really Lives.” – William Wallace - To really lives means to live your life to the fullest. It means to chase your dreams, take risks, and to love life. Since everyone’s fate is the same, why not live the best life that you possibly can? In order to really live,you must seize the day. Live each day as if it's your last and overall just do it! Today is a gift, that’s why it’s called the present...

23 September 2016, 12:02 PM	#11
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	It's odd that it's on the bottom and not the top. Almost like it was dropped. __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

23 September 2016, 12:11 PM	#13
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23 September 2016, 12:13 PM	#14
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23 September 2016, 10:49 AM	#2
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,312	Congrats, do you have a photo of the ding?

23 September 2016, 11:01 AM	#3
Ticknaway "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,028	Congrats on the third, any knick would probably drive me crazy too!

23 September 2016, 11:41 AM	#5
Hodog16 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NC Watch: RG Olive DD40 Posts: 1,795	Oof, it can be repaired though. Just saw a nick on my Sub that wasn't there before, also have no idea where/when it happened.

23 September 2016, 11:49 AM	#6
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	Congrats.

23 September 2016, 12:02 PM	#10
Apdl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Lakeville, MN Watch: 126610LN Finally! Posts: 414	Wow that's gotta be a big impact It's character ��

23 September 2016, 12:15 PM	#15
second time "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Here Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 363	Hard to imagine how that could have happened while you were wearing it. Think back to when you took it off, maybe you'll remember something. Commiserations! __________________ GMT IIc, Damasko DA36, Tudor Date+Day, GS SBGT035

23 September 2016, 12:27 PM	#16
Investr Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: LSU Watch: Constantly changes Posts: 3,815	Yikes!!! Does it still tell time?

23 September 2016, 12:45 PM	#19
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,536	That sucks but it's a rolex so all good, still works. Congrats on number 3

23 September 2016, 01:32 PM	#22
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Not too bad

23 September 2016, 01:35 PM	#23
ilovewatchestoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: 114060 Posts: 425	The location makes it less easily viewable so that is good. It will dull in how much you notice it through time.

23 September 2016, 02:44 PM	#25
nobbylon Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Nederlands Watch: DSSD Posts: 365	The first few dings are always the worst. The only way to keep it new is not to wear it. I know a lot of people dislike scratches and dings etc but at the end of the day it's part of the life of the watch. In 30 years it will look terrific with all it's scars.

23 September 2016, 02:46 PM	#26
RGAmos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 194	Looks like the grain structure of the metal is showing. I can't imagine how that could have happened. It appears that a portion of the metal is missing instead of a large area being abraded. Last edited by RGAmos; 23 September 2016 at 02:55 PM.. Reason: add comment

23 September 2016, 03:57 PM	#27
Tudorpa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Alpharetta,Ga Watch: Rolex GMT; Panerai Posts: 46	I would have your AD send it in to the repair center to have it checked out. Possibly a flaw in the steel. At least get an estimate and then decide. It doesn't pay to be upset whenever you wear it. Enjoy your #3.

23 September 2016, 03:58 PM	#28
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	May need laser welding but can be fixed. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

23 September 2016, 06:34 PM	#29
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	Laser welding is needed __________________ watches many

23 September 2016, 07:55 PM	#30
Evad3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Dave Location: Portsmouth, UK Watch: 14060m/216570 Posts: 773	Ouch on that scar, but congrats on the new piece! __________________ Current: NOS 14060m , 216570 Polar Previous: 116710BLNR, 114060, 2x NOS 14060m

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