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Watchgeek5000 · 20 October 2016, 10:36 PM

So ever since a thread last week talking about changing dials on the DJ II I wanted to change my white dial 116334 to blue. I called Rolex in NYC about this and they said they will only do it with a service. After calling Rolex I decided to see a friend of mine who has a watch store in NYC. My friend had a blue dial that he would have done for me for $200, and I was going to do that. I also explained to him the watch felt a little rough when winding and may need a cleaning. Then I meantioned I may as well polish it while they are working on it. After, explaining all I wanted done he mentioned a great option. He showed me a brand new, fully stickers box and papers 116300 smooth bezel blue dial and went on to say, he would give me the brand new one put the fluted gold bezel that I had on my 116334 and let me keep the smooth bezel as well for $1000 on top of my watch. Keeping in mind I purchased my 116334 without box and papers this seemed like a great idea to a) get a brand new watch and have the fun of removing stickers b) have a watch with a brand new warranty card c) not have to worry about dial change, cleaning (or possibly servicing the movement) and a polish. When I asked what are you going to do with my watch with no bezel on it, he said I'll put a diamond bezel on it and sell it in 5 minutes! Glad I did the deal!

r8t3d_M · 20 October 2016, 10:53 PM

The deal worked out perfectly for you. Congrats and enjoy!

WAK4 · 20 October 2016, 11:22 PM

Nice! That definitely worked out well. Congrats!

Kevin of Larchmont · 20 October 2016, 11:26 PM

That's a good friend to have.

Chiboy · 20 October 2016, 11:28 PM

That's a deal! Congrats.

cop414 · 20 October 2016, 11:31 PM

Looks fantastic, great flip!

mjclark32 · 20 October 2016, 11:51 PM

Boom! Congrats!

tifosi · 20 October 2016, 11:53 PM

Sounds like a good deal all around! Congrats.

SemperFi · 20 October 2016, 11:54 PM

That sure worked out well. Good for you!

Watchgeek5000 · 21 October 2016, 12:03 AM

Thank you all

always good to home with a new watch when you least expect it!

travisb · 21 October 2016, 12:14 AM

Best looking dial option for that watch in my opinion.

RichM · 21 October 2016, 12:16 AM

Great deal! Congrats

locutus49 · 21 October 2016, 12:19 AM

Great deal and gorgeous watch.

arguetaoscar · 21 October 2016, 12:23 AM

Looks awesome! My favorite DJll

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rmlovett1 · 21 October 2016, 12:24 AM

Well done!

DrySub · 21 October 2016, 01:28 AM

Congrats!

Say, how easy/quick was it to change the bezel? I'm thinking of buying a fluted one for an eventual swap on my DJ II, but I may want to swap back -- and forth. If it's a really simple procedure I may just do it.

Watchgeek5000 · 21 October 2016, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrySub

Congrats!

Say, how easy/quick was it to change the bezel? I'm thinking of buying a fluted one for an eventual swap on my DJ II, but I may want to swap back -- and forth. If it's a really simple procedure I may just do it.

It is very simple, took the guy one minute. You do need the proper pressure tool to replace the new bezel, you don't just do it by hand. Also, you must be careful not to lose the very thin rubber gasket.

DrySub · 21 October 2016, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchgeek5000

It is very simple, took the guy one minute. You do need the proper pressure tool to replace the new bezel, you don't just do it by hand. Also, you must be careful not to lose the very thin rubber gasket.

Thanks, that's good to know. I assumed I'd have to have a jeweler do the switch, but maybe that tool isn't too expensive,hmmm.

It gives a dramatically different look, that's for sure.

brandrea · 21 October 2016, 02:55 AM

Well done! Did the same dial and hand swap from Azuro to Blue Index (sans the bezel).

watchwatcher · 21 October 2016, 06:02 AM

Nicely done! Love the blue!!

tomj · 21 October 2016, 07:06 AM

Superb! This exact 116334 is my daily carry watch - you're going to love it!

AK797 · 21 October 2016, 07:17 AM

Nicely done!

Hairdude1 · 21 October 2016, 07:21 AM

Congrats

Muzz · 21 October 2016, 11:45 AM

That worked out perfectly!!! Congratulations!!!

stylinleems · 21 October 2016, 11:51 AM

The blue looks awesome and worked out perfectly for you! Congrats

2fast455 · 21 October 2016, 11:53 AM

Can you send me info on your friends shop? Looking to do bezel swap and can't find anyone on Long Island.

JCLerit · 21 October 2016, 12:51 PM

I actually thought you cannot put the fluted bezel on a 116300.

I have it in blue as well and have been tempted to replace the bezel AND somehow keep the smooth bezel in case I wish to put it back, only I thought it was not possible.

Thank you for this, now to properly source that WG fluted bezel

Old Geezer · 21 October 2016, 01:12 PM

Sweet deal. Good to have friends like that.

Watchgeek5000 · 21 October 2016, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2fast455

Can you send me info on your friends shop? Looking to do bezel swap and can't find anyone on Long Island.

The only reason my guy had one was because he took it iff of the watch I traded in. The white gold bezel was mine, now I have both bezels (smooth and fluted) he was going to put a diamond dial on the watch he has now. I guess if I ever get tired of this bezel it won't be hard to sell! Lol

Watchgeek5000 · 21 October 2016, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCLerit

I actually thought you cannot put the fluted bezel on a 116300.

I have it in blue as well and have been tempted to replace the bezel AND somehow keep the smooth bezel in case I wish to put it back, only I thought it was not possible.

Thank you for this, now to properly source that WG fluted bezel

The two watches are identical, no reason you can't switch.

20 October 2016, 10:36 PM	#1
Watchgeek5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Brooklyn USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,622	DJ II from white to Brand New Blue So ever since a thread last week talking about changing dials on the DJ II I wanted to change my white dial 116334 to blue. I called Rolex in NYC about this and they said they will only do it with a service. After calling Rolex I decided to see a friend of mine who has a watch store in NYC. My friend had a blue dial that he would have done for me for $200, and I was going to do that. I also explained to him the watch felt a little rough when winding and may need a cleaning. Then I meantioned I may as well polish it while they are working on it. After, explaining all I wanted done he mentioned a great option. He showed me a brand new, fully stickers box and papers 116300 smooth bezel blue dial and went on to say, he would give me the brand new one put the fluted gold bezel that I had on my 116334 and let me keep the smooth bezel as well for $1000 on top of my watch. Keeping in mind I purchased my 116334 without box and papers this seemed like a great idea to a) get a brand new watch and have the fun of removing stickers b) have a watch with a brand new warranty card c) not have to worry about dial change, cleaning (or possibly servicing the movement) and a polish. When I asked what are you going to do with my watch with no bezel on it, he said I'll put a diamond bezel on it and sell it in 5 minutes! Glad I did the deal! Attached Images

20 October 2016, 11:28 PM	#5
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,572	That's a deal! Congrats. __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

20 October 2016, 11:31 PM	#6
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,242	Looks fantastic, great flip! __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

20 October 2016, 11:51 PM	#7
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Boom! Congrats! __________________

20 October 2016, 11:53 PM	#8
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	Sounds like a good deal all around! Congrats. __________________ Russ

20 October 2016, 10:53 PM	#2
r8t3d_M "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Felipe Location: NYC Watch: Me ;) Posts: 2,894	The deal worked out perfectly for you. Congrats and enjoy!

20 October 2016, 11:22 PM	#3
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Nice! That definitely worked out well. Congrats!

20 October 2016, 11:26 PM	#4
Kevin of Larchmont 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: The Ice House Watch: Ingersoll Mickey Posts: 3,396	That's a good friend to have.

20 October 2016, 11:54 PM	#9
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	That sure worked out well. Good for you! __________________ 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 *

21 October 2016, 12:03 AM	#10
Watchgeek5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Brooklyn USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,622	Thank you all always good to home with a new watch when you least expect it!

21 October 2016, 12:14 AM	#11
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Best looking dial option for that watch in my opinion.

21 October 2016, 12:16 AM	#12
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,770	Great deal! Congrats __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

21 October 2016, 12:19 AM	#13
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	Great deal and gorgeous watch.

21 October 2016, 12:23 AM	#14
arguetaoscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 2,335	Looks awesome! My favorite DJll Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 October 2016, 12:24 AM	#15
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	Well done!

21 October 2016, 01:28 AM	#16
DrySub "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 239	Congrats! Say, how easy/quick was it to change the bezel? I'm thinking of buying a fluted one for an eventual swap on my DJ II, but I may want to swap back -- and forth. If it's a really simple procedure I may just do it.

21 October 2016, 02:55 AM	#19
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,106	Well done! Did the same dial and hand swap from Azuro to Blue Index (sans the bezel).

21 October 2016, 06:02 AM	#20
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Nicely done! Love the blue!!

21 October 2016, 07:06 AM	#21
tomj "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: TJ Location: Global Watch: Datejust II 41 Posts: 74	Superb! This exact 116334 is my daily carry watch - you're going to love it!

21 October 2016, 07:17 AM	#22
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Nicely done!

21 October 2016, 07:21 AM	#23
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Congrats __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

21 October 2016, 11:45 AM	#24
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	That worked out perfectly!!! Congratulations!!!

21 October 2016, 11:51 AM	#25
stylinleems 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: N/A Watch: 116500 Posts: 3,216	The blue looks awesome and worked out perfectly for you! Congrats __________________ Rolex: 126334 (BL) \| 116610LN \| 116500LN (WT) \| 116500LN (BK) \| 126710BLRO \| 116610LV \| 116710BLNR

21 October 2016, 11:53 AM	#26
2fast455 Banned Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NY Posts: 19	Can you send me info on your friends shop? Looking to do bezel swap and can't find anyone on Long Island.

21 October 2016, 12:51 PM	#27
JCLerit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: JC Location: Philippines Watch: Sub Blnr DaytonaC Posts: 86	I actually thought you cannot put the fluted bezel on a 116300. I have it in blue as well and have been tempted to replace the bezel AND somehow keep the smooth bezel in case I wish to put it back, only I thought it was not possible. Thank you for this, now to properly source that WG fluted bezel

21 October 2016, 01:12 PM	#28
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 5,287	Sweet deal. Good to have friends like that.

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