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HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 05:05 AM

Ok guys, today the AD advised that they have my sentimental value DJ but do not have the original warranty certificate which I had included. It showed the serial # and my AD but had never been fully signed.

Considering it's age (late 80's) should I not worry about the missing warranty? Should I renegotiate the price based on them losing it or just be happy I got my watch back?!

A positive is that I still have the original receipt (I told you I was sentimental) so can send a COPY when I take the watch to Dallas RSC.

weeone · 6 December 2016, 05:08 AM

I would think that you would be fine with your original receipt. That said, I have absolutely no knowledge to back that up. I don't think a re-negotiation is out of the question. I'm glad they still have your piece!

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by weeone

I would think that you would be fine with your original receipt. That said, I have absolutely no knowledge to back that up. I don't think a re-negotiation is out of the question. I'm glad they still have your piece!

Me too! Thanks so much for the encouragement.

GB-man · 6 December 2016, 05:21 AM

Feel free to negotiate but understand you're doing so from a point of weakness as they know you have sentimental attachments to the watch.

sco · 6 December 2016, 05:39 AM

I don't think there is any reason you will need an original receipt for service at Rolex. The warranty is long over correct?

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by sco

I don't think there is any reason you will need an original receipt for service at Rolex. The warranty is long over correct?

Yes true; but I'd think it good to have if I'm ever asked to prove ownership or that it was purchased at AD.

swils8610 · 6 December 2016, 05:51 AM

Just buy it back. You won't be sorry!

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HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by swils8610

Just buy it back. You won't be sorry!

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Yes indeed!

TitanCi · 6 December 2016, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by HeartRolex

Yes true; but I'd think it good to have if I'm ever asked to prove ownership or that it was purchased at AD.

Pardon the ignorance, but why would it matter? If it's being sent in for service, not under warranty, then it shouldn't matter at all, correct?

I'd be happy if that is something that meant so much to me, and I was able to get it back. If you don't ever intend on selling it again, I wouldn't sweat the small details too much.

weeone · 6 December 2016, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by HeartRolex

Yes true; but I'd think it good to have if I'm ever asked to prove ownership or that it was purchased at AD.

You'll have your new receipt from AD as well.

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by weeone

You'll have your new receipt from AD as well.

Agreed...I really appreciate the feedback and glad I'm not the only sentimental one on the forum.

In times like these, it would be nice to have a heart emoticon holding on to his (or her) watch.

Coffes4closers · 6 December 2016, 07:08 AM

I can't imagine any reason to particularly care for an outdated warranty card. I say get the watch and enjoy the hell out of it and never even think about flipping it to anyone but a son or grandson!

Adamk · 6 December 2016, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Feel free to negotiate but understand you're doing so from a point of weakness as they know you have sentimental attachments to the watch.

This is a very true point

Chadridv · 6 December 2016, 07:18 AM

it's too bad to lose it but I'm pretty sure it's not that big a deal for a 1980's basic DJ. Experts correct me if I'm wrong but unless it's a presentation dial or "Tiffany" watch or something, the warranty paperwork couldn't be that valuable, and as you know at least 99% of the sentiment is in the watch!

Congrats on getting it back. There are 1 or 2 I wish I could get back.

second time · 6 December 2016, 08:05 AM

Get it back before someone else buys it! Good luck..

SemperFi · 6 December 2016, 09:47 AM

Your next post should be a pic of that watch back on your wrist. Hurry up before someone beats you to it.

brandrea · 6 December 2016, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

Your next post should be a pic of that watch back on your wrist. Hurry up before someone beats you to it.

Well said

watchwatcher · 6 December 2016, 11:50 AM

You can always ask, but it wouldn't be a war stopper for me.

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 03:29 PM

Ta da!!!

She's baack!! Yippeee!!!

henrylee · 6 December 2016, 03:34 PM

Congrats on your re-purchase! Is it better than the first time?

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Coffes4closers

I can't imagine any reason to particularly care for an outdated warranty card. I say get the watch and enjoy the hell out of it and never even think about flipping it to anyone but a son or grandson!

Or perhaps a daughter or granddaughter :-) and that's a promise!

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 03:44 PM

Thanks everyone for your patience, understanding and encouragement! This watch was worn continuously from 1988 to 2016. It's been with me through the best and worst of times and it felt like losing a great friend. I'm very glad she's back!

Thanks and big hugs to you all!

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by henrylee

Congrats on your re-purchase! Is it better than the first time?

It is! How did you guess? I was so eager to see it and get it home. It reminded me of how I felt waiting for Santa! The bracelet feels lighter and looser than I remember but I suspect it's because it was steam cleaned and because I've been wearing my heavier DJ36 and GMTIIc.

henrylee · 6 December 2016, 03:53 PM

Glad you're happy and don't let it go this time!

HeartRolex · 6 December 2016, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by henrylee

Glad you're happy and don't let it go this time!

I won't Henry! I'm going to live in fear of the text lashing that I'll get if I even think about it! :-)

6 December 2016, 05:05 AM	#1
HeartRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Butterfly Location: USA Watch: ROLEXROLEXROLEX Posts: 637	Traders Remorse - Part III Ok guys, today the AD advised that they have my sentimental value DJ but do not have the original warranty certificate which I had included. It showed the serial # and my AD but had never been fully signed. Considering it's age (late 80's) should I not worry about the missing warranty? Should I renegotiate the price based on them losing it or just be happy I got my watch back?! A positive is that I still have the original receipt (I told you I was sentimental) so can send a COPY when I take the watch to Dallas RSC.

6 December 2016, 07:18 AM	#14
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	it's too bad to lose it but I'm pretty sure it's not that big a deal for a 1980's basic DJ. Experts correct me if I'm wrong but unless it's a presentation dial or "Tiffany" watch or something, the warranty paperwork couldn't be that valuable, and as you know at least 99% of the sentiment is in the watch! Congrats on getting it back. There are 1 or 2 I wish I could get back. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

6 December 2016, 08:05 AM	#15
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6 December 2016, 09:47 AM	#16
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Your next post should be a pic of that watch back on your wrist. Hurry up before someone beats you to it. __________________ 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 *

6 December 2016, 03:29 PM	#19
HeartRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Butterfly Location: USA Watch: ROLEXROLEXROLEX Posts: 637	Ta da!!! She's baack!! Yippeee!!! Attached Images

6 December 2016, 05:08 AM	#2
weeone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: NJ/PA Watch: Omega PO 37.5 Posts: 278	I would think that you would be fine with your original receipt. That said, I have absolutely no knowledge to back that up. I don't think a re-negotiation is out of the question. I'm glad they still have your piece!

6 December 2016, 05:21 AM	#4
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Feel free to negotiate but understand you're doing so from a point of weakness as they know you have sentimental attachments to the watch.

6 December 2016, 05:39 AM	#5
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	I don't think there is any reason you will need an original receipt for service at Rolex. The warranty is long over correct?

6 December 2016, 05:51 AM	#7
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Just buy it back. You won't be sorry! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

6 December 2016, 07:08 AM	#12
Coffes4closers "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 326	I can't imagine any reason to particularly care for an outdated warranty card. I say get the watch and enjoy the hell out of it and never even think about flipping it to anyone but a son or grandson!

6 December 2016, 11:50 AM	#18
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	You can always ask, but it wouldn't be a war stopper for me.

6 December 2016, 03:34 PM	#20
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	Congrats on your re-purchase! Is it better than the first time?

6 December 2016, 03:44 PM	#22
HeartRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Butterfly Location: USA Watch: ROLEXROLEXROLEX Posts: 637	Thanks everyone for your patience, understanding and encouragement! This watch was worn continuously from 1988 to 2016. It's been with me through the best and worst of times and it felt like losing a great friend. I'm very glad she's back! Thanks and big hugs to you all!

6 December 2016, 03:53 PM	#24
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	Glad you're happy and don't let it go this time!

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