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JayBlack · 27 August 2018, 06:37 PM

Does someone know if icing out a watch (putting diamonds on the bracelet - case - bezel) is voiding the warranty ?

Also what are you guys opinion on the matter ? Do or don't? Custom or factory ?

MonBK · 27 August 2018, 06:38 PM

Yes

RJRJRJ · 27 August 2018, 07:00 PM

Yes it will void your warranty, no I do not like it (maybe would when I was 21). Do whatever makes you happy as you will be able to find somebody to service your watch, for a nice fee, of course.

Tomas Eriksson · 27 August 2018, 07:07 PM

Factory is king but it will cost you... I wouldn't worry about warranty but rather that some ADs/Rolex repair centers might not want to work on it even if you pay for it.

MikeConnolly · 27 August 2018, 07:36 PM

As with cars, I think the only additions should be through the manufacturer.

Rocket launcher · 27 August 2018, 07:41 PM

Why ruin a watch by adding bling..
If you want say a diamond dial submariner get a serti dialed original.

Once you custom you lose value...unless it's done by Rolex your on a downhill path...

Look at there line there may be a watch you like.

And your warranty would be voided as would proper Rolex service...you may as well walk in the shop with a snake ..they won't go near it

TeddyS · 27 August 2018, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayBlack

Does someone know if icing out a watch (putting diamonds on the bracelet - case - bezel) is voiding the warranty ?

Also what are you guys opinion on the matter ? Do or don't? Custom or factory ?

Out of interest, what watch are you wanting to customise?

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SearChart · 27 August 2018, 08:07 PM

Yes. And I refuse to work on it as well

JayBlack · 27 August 2018, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by TeddyS

Out of interest, what watch are you wanting to customise?

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Thought about buying an op or datejust for my sister as a gift and icing it out.

1William · 27 August 2018, 08:47 PM

I have seen some of the work done to ice out watches and while some of it is good I have never seen anything that looks as good as OEM. Find what you want in the secondary market that is OEM and go from there.

JayBlack · 27 August 2018, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 1William

I have seen some of the work done to ice out watches and while some of it is good I have never seen anything that looks as good as OEM. Find what you want in the secondary market that is OEM and go from there.

I appreciate the advice but I'm not gonna buy my sister a gift on the secondary market.
I would for myself, but not as a gift for someone dear to me.

Rashid.bk · 27 August 2018, 09:27 PM

Yes, any change unless done by RSC will void the warranty, for example, they add a diamond dial to your DD because that is an oem available option, this is covered.
Add a diamond bezel to your Sub or OP and your out.

Diamonds are okay, but I only accept it if it's a factory available option. But I love shiny things, if there were a black baguette diamond dial for an 114060, I would not be able to take that thing off.
That's heresy around here but I don't fancy my Rolex to be no tool watch, that's my Suunto.

wristmatic · 28 August 2018, 12:44 PM

i have seen a few iced out rolex that are not no longer water proof.
just buy yourself a nice iced out bracelet.

shirtshirt · 28 August 2018, 12:50 PM

Is this enough ice for you?

https://www.rolex.com/watches/day-da...8388-0025.html

jstan9 · 28 August 2018, 12:52 PM

Factory, and it’s on sale!

https://davidsw.com/product/rolex-11...ith-pave-dial/

lecorsaire · 28 August 2018, 12:52 PM

I think it’s a bad idea. I suggest a two tone rose gold Datejust 36. It’s a nice watch and way better than a bustdown OP. The watch will no longer be waterproof and it will be very hard to sell should she decide to for any reason.

enjoythemusic · 28 August 2018, 12:53 PM

Vladdy probably offers a warranty on his bling-bling iced out watches.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw2hfLX9cyU

droptopman · 28 August 2018, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Vladdy probably offers a warranty on his bling-bling iced out watches.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw2hfLX9cyU

Lol, I’m probably on some list now for watching that.

Chadridv · 28 August 2018, 01:22 PM

Warranty voided. I wouldn’t do it. If you did do it, I’d go for factory.

I do think the rainbow Daytona is kind of awesome actually, as well as the leopard Daytona.

roosvelt · 28 August 2018, 07:12 PM

My seri sub, champagne dial black bezel, is ice but nice for this old man ! lol

R!$ · 29 August 2018, 06:02 AM

I guess a lot of people dont know this but you can actually buy iced out watches from Rolex directly and you dont have to worry about warranty.

Most people dont worry about warranty if they can afford $30k watch

RJRJRJ · 29 August 2018, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by R!$

I guess a lot of people dont know this but you can actually buy iced out watches from Rolex directly and you dont have to worry about warranty.

Most people dont worry about warranty if they can afford $30k watch

It's not just about the warranty. As far as I'm aware, they won't even service your watch unless it includes restoring it to original condition.

enjoythemusic · 29 August 2018, 06:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R!$

I guess a lot of people dont know this but you can actually buy iced out watches from Rolex directly and you dont have to worry about warranty.

Most people dont worry about warranty if they can afford $30k watch

The cost of an iced out Rolex from the factory versus one from vladi is probably about half price. So you have to figure saving $30,000 versus having warranty... Take your pick

R!$ · 21 November 2018, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by RJRJRJ

It's not just about the warranty. As far as I'm aware, they won't even service your watch unless it includes restoring it to original condition.

There are plenty of other places to get it serviced
I have 40 yr old Rolex that have never been serviced so i'm not concerned

R!$ · 21 November 2018, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Yes. And I refuse to work on it as well

why?

R!$ · 21 November 2018, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lecorsaire

I think it’s a bad idea. I suggest a two tone rose gold Datejust 36. It’s a nice watch and way better than a bustdown OP. The watch will no longer be waterproof and it will be very hard to sell should she decide to for any reason.

There are many quality jewelers who apply excellent pave settings and do not compromise the depth rating

Iced out watches are popular and there is little supply so you shouldnt lose money if you buy right

Nikrnic · 21 November 2018, 09:52 AM

O well that doesn't sound like a good idea.

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THC · 21 November 2018, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by R!$

why?

You answered a 3 month old thread

dwatcher · 21 November 2018, 12:05 PM

factory works just fine for me, any changes could likely void the warranty.

ltmgeller · 21 November 2018, 12:31 PM

If its not factory it voids warranty

27 August 2018, 06:37 PM	#1
JayBlack "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Europe Posts: 139	Iced out watches - Warranty Does someone know if icing out a watch (putting diamonds on the bracelet - case - bezel) is voiding the warranty ? Also what are you guys opinion on the matter ? Do or don't? Custom or factory ?

27 August 2018, 07:07 PM	#4
Tomas Eriksson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Stockholm Watch: 15707CE Posts: 2,027	Factory is king but it will cost you... I wouldn't worry about warranty but rather that some ADs/Rolex repair centers might not want to work on it even if you pay for it. __________________ State of the union: 5066A,15400ST,15707CE,116610LN,26470OR and a few other…

28 August 2018, 12:52 PM	#16
lecorsaire "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: NYC Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,541	I think it’s a bad idea. I suggest a two tone rose gold Datejust 36. It’s a nice watch and way better than a bustdown OP. The watch will no longer be waterproof and it will be very hard to sell should she decide to for any reason. __________________ Rolex 116710 BLNR Rolex Day Date 118238 Champagne/Batons

28 August 2018, 12:53 PM	#17
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,180	Vladdy probably offers a warranty on his bling-bling iced out watches. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw2hfLX9cyU __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

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Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	Warranty voided. I wouldn’t do it. If you did do it, I’d go for factory. I do think the rainbow Daytona is kind of awesome actually, as well as the leopard Daytona. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

27 August 2018, 06:38 PM	#2
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Yes

27 August 2018, 07:00 PM	#3
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,495	Yes it will void your warranty, no I do not like it (maybe would when I was 21). Do whatever makes you happy as you will be able to find somebody to service your watch, for a nice fee, of course.

27 August 2018, 07:36 PM	#5
MikeConnolly "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: UK Posts: 41	As with cars, I think the only additions should be through the manufacturer.

27 August 2018, 07:41 PM	#6
Rocket launcher Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: England Posts: 989	Why ruin a watch by adding bling.. If you want say a diamond dial submariner get a serti dialed original. Once you custom you lose value...unless it's done by Rolex your on a downhill path... Look at there line there may be a watch you like. And your warranty would be voided as would proper Rolex service...you may as well walk in the shop with a snake ..they won't go near it

27 August 2018, 08:47 PM	#10
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	I have seen some of the work done to ice out watches and while some of it is good I have never seen anything that looks as good as OEM. Find what you want in the secondary market that is OEM and go from there.

27 August 2018, 09:27 PM	#12
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	Yes, any change unless done by RSC will void the warranty, for example, they add a diamond dial to your DD because that is an oem available option, this is covered. Add a diamond bezel to your Sub or OP and your out. Diamonds are okay, but I only accept it if it's a factory available option. But I love shiny things, if there were a black baguette diamond dial for an 114060, I would not be able to take that thing off. That's heresy around here but I don't fancy my Rolex to be no tool watch, that's my Suunto.

28 August 2018, 12:44 PM	#13
wristmatic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: SFO Watch: Rolex Posts: 203	i have seen a few iced out rolex that are not no longer water proof. just buy yourself a nice iced out bracelet.

28 August 2018, 12:50 PM	#14
shirtshirt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: USA Posts: 59	Is this enough ice for you? https://www.rolex.com/watches/day-da...8388-0025.html

28 August 2018, 12:52 PM	#15
jstan9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jon Location: Bay Area Watch: Rolex GMT BLNR Posts: 1,342	Factory, and it’s on sale! https://davidsw.com/product/rolex-11...ith-pave-dial/

28 August 2018, 07:12 PM	#20
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	My seri sub, champagne dial black bezel, is ice but nice for this old man ! lol

29 August 2018, 06:02 AM	#21
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	I guess a lot of people dont know this but you can actually buy iced out watches from Rolex directly and you dont have to worry about warranty. Most people dont worry about warranty if they can afford $30k watch

21 November 2018, 09:52 AM	#27
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	O well that doesn't sound like a good idea. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

21 November 2018, 12:05 PM	#29
dwatcher Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: USA Watch: Luxury Watches Posts: 264	factory works just fine for me, any changes could likely void the warranty.

21 November 2018, 12:31 PM	#30
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	If its not factory it voids warranty __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

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