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Craigatfreshie · 28 May 2018, 09:06 PM

Hi team, I am chasing some information on a 5508 that a friend of mine is thinking about selling. The watch was owned by his father from new. The info I am chasing relates to the the originality of the timepiece. I am not sure if originall components have been changed during Rolex servicing? I think the strap is incorrect? A 78360? Also a ball park figure on value would be helpful.
Any information would be greatly appreciated. Regards Craig.

themaninblack · 28 May 2018, 09:25 PM

Dial, hands, insert, crystal and as you point out bracelet are all later items, presumably from service or elsewhere.

alwayshere · 28 May 2018, 10:54 PM

damn what a waste.....

offrdmania · 29 May 2018, 12:03 AM

The watch still has value OP, but a lot of that value is gone due to the fact that the most valuable parts are gone and have been replaced by service parts. One of the downsides to having a vintage watch serviced by Rolex. Its unfortunate but hindsight is 20/20.

05carbondrz · 29 May 2018, 04:12 AM

Very little is original but that doesn’t mean it’s not a great Watch.If the price is in line,Why not?

Filipão · 29 May 2018, 10:22 AM

1960 unused & untouched 5508

Dr.Smellody · 29 May 2018, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Filipão

1960 unused & untouched 5508

Amazing!

My '58 has seen a little more service.

As for the OP.. I like your watch. Yes everything has been changed but I would have no problem wearing a watch like yours. Still a survivor to me and looks like new with the new components.

rootbeer7 · 29 May 2018, 03:53 PM

It’s a great piece at the right price. The trouble comes when you come to resell and the world tells you it’s worth half what you paid as its all service parts! I like it and it’s service parts make it very wearable.

Craigatfreshie · 29 May 2018, 10:13 PM

Awsome guys, thanks for the great feedback. Would anyone have a stab at putting a value on this watch? Happy for a rough guide, as I understand there are a few variables with it?
Cheers��

offrdmania · 30 May 2018, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Craigatfreshie

Awsome guys, thanks for the great feedback. Would anyone have a stab at putting a value on this watch? Happy for a rough guide, as I understand there are a few variables with it?
Cheers��

Technically valuations are against the rules but you may receive some replies with hints. It would be best to go onto eBay and search completed listings for 5508s and compare yours to the ones sold there. It will give you an idea of the current market for your piece.

Craigatfreshie · 30 May 2018, 08:35 AM

Sorry mate was unaware, thanks for the heads up.

28 May 2018, 09:06 PM	#1
Craigatfreshie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Australia Posts: 4	5508 Hi team, I am chasing some information on a 5508 that a friend of mine is thinking about selling. The watch was owned by his father from new. The info I am chasing relates to the the originality of the timepiece. I am not sure if originall components have been changed during Rolex servicing? I think the strap is incorrect? A 78360? Also a ball park figure on value would be helpful. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Regards Craig. Attached Images

29 May 2018, 12:03 AM	#4
offrdmania 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Wine Country, Ca Posts: 5,998	The watch still has value OP, but a lot of that value is gone due to the fact that the most valuable parts are gone and have been replaced by service parts. One of the downsides to having a vintage watch serviced by Rolex. Its unfortunate but hindsight is 20/20. __________________ TRF Member 11738

29 May 2018, 10:22 AM	#6
Filipão "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Filipe Location: Lisbon & Wadesdah Watch: Never too many Posts: 1,898	1960 unused & untouched 5508 Attached Images

29 May 2018, 03:53 PM	#8
rootbeer7 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 6,157	It’s a great piece at the right price. The trouble comes when you come to resell and the world tells you it’s worth half what you paid as its all service parts! I like it and it’s service parts make it very wearable. __________________ @imrootbeer7

28 May 2018, 09:25 PM	#2
themaninblack "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Australia Posts: 1,058	Dial, hands, insert, crystal and as you point out bracelet are all later items, presumably from service or elsewhere.

28 May 2018, 10:54 PM	#3
alwayshere "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Australia Posts: 1,562	damn what a waste.....

29 May 2018, 04:12 AM	#5
05carbondrz Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: USA Posts: 2,030	Very little is original but that doesn’t mean it’s not a great Watch.If the price is in line,Why not?

29 May 2018, 10:13 PM	#9
Craigatfreshie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Australia Posts: 4	Awsome guys, thanks for the great feedback. Would anyone have a stab at putting a value on this watch? Happy for a rough guide, as I understand there are a few variables with it? Cheers��

30 May 2018, 08:35 AM	#11
Craigatfreshie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Australia Posts: 4	Sorry mate was unaware, thanks for the heads up.

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