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Tape · 1 January 2019, 08:34 AM

This is my first Rolex I bought used in 1989 and the crown came off and unable to screw onto the case. I believe it'a a late '60s early '70s model I have no idea, I have no use for it and was wondering what I could ask for it to sell it. It still works but there is no way to set the time, it just sits in my safe and I'm sure it can be repaired and make someone a nice first Rolex.

ltmgeller · 1 January 2019, 08:37 AM

Have it serviced at a Rolex Service Center. It’ll come back in near mint condition with a warranty. If you decide to sell it, it will only add to it’s value. You must have enjoyed it once when you got it, maybe you’ll enjoy it again.

reddog4063 · 1 January 2019, 08:40 AM

there is a retaining spring that needs to be partially depressed to re-insert the crown. Need to take the caseback off in order to do it. I would look into hiring a watchmaker to do it for you. Shouldnt run a lot. Or you can send through rolex for a full service if you want it to be really nice.

Tape · 1 January 2019, 08:47 AM

Rolex will not touch it because of the age of the watch.

polaris72 · 1 January 2019, 08:57 AM

As they should not.

cht · 1 January 2019, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Tape

Rolex will not touch it because of the age of the watch.

Since when?

Onikage · 1 January 2019, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by polaris72

As they should not.

Why is that?

If it still runs but won't set I'd be tempted to just give it a shake at one of the two times a day it is right.

Tape · 1 January 2019, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by cht

Since when?

since it's too old and they do not have the parts.

Dlong · 1 January 2019, 11:11 AM

Sounds like my Seiko Pogue.

Onikage · 1 January 2019, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Tape

since it's too old and they do not have the parts.

I've seen older come back like new. The crown isn't supposed to just pop back in so everything seems normal. If it's otherwise running reasonably well and the crown stem isn't all chewed up then nothing needs to be replaced anyhoo. There are lots of watchmakers who could pop it back in a jiffy. Quick buff on the bezel and plexi and it would look very nice!

HogwldFLTR · 1 January 2019, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Tape

since it's too old and they do not have the parts.

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Originally Posted by Onikage

I've seen older come back like new. The crown isn't supposed to just pop back in so everything seems normal. If it's otherwise running reasonably well and the crown stem isn't all chewed up then nothing needs to be replaced anyhoo. There are lots of watchmakers who could pop it back in a jiffy. Quick buff on the bezel and plexi and it would look very nice!

Who said they don't have parts. Older watches get serviced all the time. I was able to get my '72 DD serviced and it ran great.

Ced4jets · 1 January 2019, 11:34 AM

My '69 GMT that I gave to my son went to RSC and came back perfect.

ian.thomas · 1 January 2019, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Tape

since it's too old and they do not have the parts.

Uh, okay.

Tape · 1 January 2019, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Who said they don't have parts. Older watches get serviced all the time. I was able to get my '72 DD serviced and it ran great.

A watch shop in B'ham told me and referred me to BROMBERG & COMPANY Birmingham who is an AD for Rolex told me that parts were not available for my Rolex because of the age so its been sitting in my safe for the past 9yrs.

toxicavenger · 1 January 2019, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Ced4jets

My '69 GMT that I gave to my son went to RSC and came back perfect.

Its case by case bases on what they service. They will turn watches down for a fact.

ian.thomas · 1 January 2019, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Tape

A watch shop in B'ham told me and referred me to ... an AD ...

This is the exact point at which this journey went side-ways.

Because I'm so freaking nice, you can send the watch to me and I'll walk it into the Dallas RSC, get an estimate, and call you from the guest services waiting room. PM me if you are serious about getting your watch fixed.

Chilly Coconut · 1 January 2019, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ltmgeller

Have it serviced at a Rolex Service Center. It’ll come back in near mint condition with a warranty. If you decide to sell it, it will only add to it’s value. You must have enjoyed it once when you got it, maybe you’ll enjoy it again.

In the US, where workers are lazy and disgruntled?......or overseas?

SearChart · 1 January 2019, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Tape

since it's too old and they do not have the parts.

That is completely false.

Tape · 1 January 2019, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Chilly Coconut

In the US, where workers are lazy and disgruntled?......or overseas?

hey troll, don't come craping on my thread nut

Tape · 1 January 2019, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ian.thomas

This is the exact point at which this journey went side-ways.

Because I'm so freaking nice, you can send the watch to me and I'll walk it into the Dallas RSC, get an estimate, and call you from the guest services waiting room. PM me if you are serious about getting your watch fixed.

yeah ok, I'll ship it Wednesday Thanks

HogwldFLTR · 1 January 2019, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Tape

A watch shop in B'ham told me and referred me to BROMBERG & COMPANY Birmingham who is an AD for Rolex told me that parts were not available for my Rolex because of the age so its been sitting in my safe for the past 9yrs.

They lied.

Dirt · 2 January 2019, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

They lied.

And, or waiting for the kick back.
Or perhaps the watchmakers at the RSC were too lazy to be bothered with it.
Probably best to send it to another country where the workers are known to be more conscientious

Calatrava r · 2 January 2019, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by polaris72

As they should not.

I believe Rolex should service all their watches no matter how old. Doesn't seem like a big deal where they can charge accordingly for parts creation on extremely old movements.

s.m.b. · 2 January 2019, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Tape

A watch shop in B'ham told me and referred me to BROMBERG & COMPANY Birmingham who is an AD for Rolex told me that parts were not available for my Rolex because of the age so its been sitting in my safe for the past 9yrs.

I think you were fed some bad intel.

HogwldFLTR · 2 January 2019, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Dirt

And, or waiting for the kick back.
Or perhaps the watchmakers at the RSC were too lazy to be bothered with it.
Probably best to send it to another country where the workers are known to be more conscientious

I seriously doubt RSC even knew about it. Maybe not another country but certainly another AD.

inadeje · 2 January 2019, 06:46 AM

Its completely false that rolex will not service older watches. On the contrary, they are very accommodating and want to see their legacy watches in pristine condition and out in the public eye.

77T · 2 January 2019, 07:16 AM

Yours looks like a reference 6565 or its successor...

Can you check the serial number located at the 6 o'clock side of the case between the lugs. You will need to remove the strap to view the number.

Don’t need the entire number, the first 3 digits would help peg the year(s) of manufacture.

If you don’t know the reference number it can be found on the 12 o’clock side of the case.

I am certain it can be fixed - if not by RSC, then by the trusted vintage specialist watchmakers you’ll find mentioned on TRF. Spend some time in the vintage threads searching on your reference number and you’ll get some good info methinks.

Tape · 6 February 2019, 07:56 AM

I just received a call from RSC NY and they said "sorry the watch is too old and we don't have the parts so we will be sending it back too you"

Tape · 6 February 2019, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

Yours looks like a reference 6565 or its successor...

Thank you 77 for the info, RSC said it was a 6564 but I thought for sure it was a 6565 as you said.

Seibei · 6 February 2019, 08:21 AM

Get it serviced by Rolex. Selling it in it's current state is a huge gamble. Buying it in it's current state would also be a huge gamble.

1 January 2019, 08:34 AM	#1
Tape Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Wyoming Posts: 173	Broken Rolex This is my first Rolex I bought used in 1989 and the crown came off and unable to screw onto the case. I believe it'a a late '60s early '70s model I have no idea, I have no use for it and was wondering what I could ask for it to sell it. It still works but there is no way to set the time, it just sits in my safe and I'm sure it can be repaired and make someone a nice first Rolex. Attached Images

1 January 2019, 08:37 AM	#2
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	Have it serviced at a Rolex Service Center. It’ll come back in near mint condition with a warranty. If you decide to sell it, it will only add to it’s value. You must have enjoyed it once when you got it, maybe you’ll enjoy it again. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

1 January 2019, 08:40 AM	#3
reddog4063 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 216	there is a retaining spring that needs to be partially depressed to re-insert the crown. Need to take the caseback off in order to do it. I would look into hiring a watchmaker to do it for you. Shouldnt run a lot. Or you can send through rolex for a full service if you want it to be really nice. __________________ King of the Air Please note, all of my posts are meant to spark discussion to make the board fun. I do not need advice and consent, I am having fun here

2 January 2019, 06:46 AM	#26
inadeje 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,907	Its completely false that rolex will not service older watches. On the contrary, they are very accommodating and want to see their legacy watches in pristine condition and out in the public eye. __________________ ♛ 218206 Roman ♛ 116689 ♛ 126710BLRO ♛ 16520 white ♛ 16523 white ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1R-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Bronzo 671 & 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Cartier Santos XL - Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

2 January 2019, 07:16 AM	#27
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,016	Broken Rolex Yours looks like a reference 6565 or its successor... Can you check the serial number located at the 6 o'clock side of the case between the lugs. You will need to remove the strap to view the number. Don’t need the entire number, the first 3 digits would help peg the year(s) of manufacture. If you don’t know the reference number it can be found on the 12 o’clock side of the case. I am certain it can be fixed - if not by RSC, then by the trusted vintage specialist watchmakers you’ll find mentioned on TRF. Spend some time in the vintage threads searching on your reference number and you’ll get some good info methinks. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

1 January 2019, 08:47 AM	#4
Tape Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Wyoming Posts: 173	Rolex will not touch it because of the age of the watch.

1 January 2019, 08:57 AM	#5
polaris72 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: U.S./Vienna, AT Posts: 1,967	As they should not.

1 January 2019, 11:11 AM	#9
Dlong Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Nj Watch: Black sub Date Posts: 456	Sounds like my Seiko Pogue.

1 January 2019, 11:34 AM	#12
Ced4jets "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Ed Location: Florida, USA Posts: 65	My '69 GMT that I gave to my son went to RSC and came back perfect.

6 February 2019, 07:56 AM	#28
Tape Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Wyoming Posts: 173	I just received a call from RSC NY and they said "sorry the watch is too old and we don't have the parts so we will be sending it back too you"

6 February 2019, 08:21 AM	#30
Seibei Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: New Zealand Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,630	Get it serviced by Rolex. Selling it in it's current state is a huge gamble. Buying it in it's current state would also be a huge gamble.

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