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kay13 · 7 February 2022, 03:18 PM

Hi All,
After sending my Daytona 6263 for a Service, I was told that there is a small chipping between the 7&8 O’Clock, which I never noticed. They are telling me that they would be able to restore up to approximately 85% of the black enamel.
Would you recommend that I have it done or should I not touch the dial? Would it drop the value, if I decide to sell it someday?
What would you do?
Your expert opinion is appreciated.

KY.. · 7 February 2022, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by kay13

They are telling me that they would be able to restore up to approximately 85% of the black enamel.
Would you recommend that I have it done or should I not touch the dial?

My question to you is why would you have them fix what you have never seen on your dial?
Since it was never a problem for you can you at least get a photo of what they are talking about first and then decide?

Dan S · 8 February 2022, 12:36 AM

I agree you need to judge based on a photo. And I hope you have a photo from before you sent the watch in.

kay13 · 8 February 2022, 03:50 AM

Apparently it can be only seen with a loop, I will ask them to send me a picture.
But in your expert opinion, generally in a Vintage watch world, repairing a small chipping on the dial would decrease the value or might it be better to keep it original and untouched even with the chipping?

Dan S · 8 February 2022, 04:54 AM

Depends on how it looks IMO.

214270Explorer · 8 February 2022, 05:31 AM

Rolex always wants to make a a valuable watch "As new" and ruin the overall value.
Take it to an independent who is an expert and has a Rolex account.

Get it back and send it to Phillip Ridley in Arizona. He is the go-to guy for Vintage Rolex service, and is well known here at TRF.
You will not regret it, and he will not ruin the watch's history or patina/wear, etc. Just a complete service if you need that.

"never noticed the smalll chip" . . . . loupes cause more trouble than they are worth.

Roddypeepa · 8 February 2022, 05:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kay13

Apparently it can be only seen with a loop, I will ask them to send me a picture.
But in your expert opinion, generally in a Vintage watch world, repairing a small chipping on the dial would decrease the value or might it be better to keep it original and untouched even with the chipping?

Keeping it as original as possible is key to value retention

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hutch300 · 8 February 2022, 07:36 AM

If I couldn't see it there is no way I'd repair something aesthetic that decreases the originality of my watch.

phillip ridley · 9 February 2022, 02:59 AM

I completely agree with the others and leave it as-is. Too many things can go south when handling a dial, especially an expensive one like yours; and I know Rolex does have the correct replacement dial that they would give you if damage was to occur.

If one looks close enough at anything in life, then they will find a defect and that is what it sounds like to me if one can only see under a loupe.

illiguy · 9 February 2022, 04:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 214270Explorer

Rolex always wants to make a a valuable watch "As new" and ruin the overall value.
Take it to an independent who is an expert and has a Rolex account.

Get it back and send it to Phillip Ridley in Arizona. He is the go-to guy for Vintage Rolex service, and is well known here at TRF.
You will not regret it, and he will not ruin the watch's history or patina/wear, etc. Just a complete service if you need that.

"never noticed the smalll chip" . . . . loupes cause more trouble than they are worth.

Quote:

Originally Posted by phillip ridley

I completely agree with the others and leave it as-is. Too many things can go south when handling a dial, especially an expensive one like yours; and I know Rolex does have the correct replacement dial that they would give you if damage was to occur.

If one looks close enough at anything in life, then they will find a defect and that is what it sounds like to me if one can only see under a loupe.

Phillip is the man!

Jaques · 9 February 2022, 10:47 AM

You asked and have been told.
Take the very good advice that has been offered.
Well done for asking !

swish77 · 10 February 2022, 12:35 AM

Can the OP post some photos of the watch/dial?

kay13 · 10 February 2022, 07:40 AM

I have asked them to send me pictures, but I have decided not to touch the dial.
Thank you all.

7 February 2022, 03:18 PM	#1
kay13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: LOS ANGELES Posts: 59	Opinion on a Daytona repair.. Hi All, After sending my Daytona 6263 for a Service, I was told that there is a small chipping between the 7&8 O’Clock, which I never noticed. They are telling me that they would be able to restore up to approximately 85% of the black enamel. Would you recommend that I have it done or should I not touch the dial? Would it drop the value, if I decide to sell it someday? What would you do? Your expert opinion is appreciated. Last edited by kay13; 7 February 2022 at 03:31 PM.. Reason: wrong format.

8 February 2022, 12:36 AM	#3
Dan S 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 6,271	I agree you need to judge based on a photo. And I hope you have a photo from before you sent the watch in. __________________ @oldwatchdan on IG

8 February 2022, 04:54 AM	#5
Dan S 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 6,271	Depends on how it looks IMO. __________________ @oldwatchdan on IG

8 February 2022, 05:31 AM	#6
214270Explorer "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: United States Watch: me buy Watches Posts: 3,955	Rolex always wants to make a a valuable watch "As new" and ruin the overall value. Take it to an independent who is an expert and has a Rolex account. Get it back and send it to Phillip Ridley in Arizona. He is the go-to guy for Vintage Rolex service, and is well known here at TRF. You will not regret it, and he will not ruin the watch's history or patina/wear, etc. Just a complete service if you need that. "never noticed the smalll chip" . . . . loupes cause more trouble than they are worth. __________________ “The display of actual intelligence terrifies much of mankind” Rolex "some" Tudor "some" Damasko "some" Misc Pieces "some" Marathon "some" GS Spring Drive "some" Hamilton "some" Findeisen "some"

9 February 2022, 02:59 AM	#9
phillip ridley 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Mesa, Arizona Watch: 1971 Rolex Red Sub Posts: 555	I completely agree with the others and leave it as-is. Too many things can go south when handling a dial, especially an expensive one like yours; and I know Rolex does have the correct replacement dial that they would give you if damage was to occur. If one looks close enough at anything in life, then they will find a defect and that is what it sounds like to me if one can only see under a loupe. __________________ [email protected]

8 February 2022, 03:50 AM	#4
kay13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: LOS ANGELES Posts: 59	Apparently it can be only seen with a loop, I will ask them to send me a picture. But in your expert opinion, generally in a Vintage watch world, repairing a small chipping on the dial would decrease the value or might it be better to keep it original and untouched even with the chipping?

8 February 2022, 07:36 AM	#8
hutch300 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Jeff Location: PNW Posts: 1,481	If I couldn't see it there is no way I'd repair something aesthetic that decreases the originality of my watch.

9 February 2022, 10:47 AM	#11
Jaques "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Australia Posts: 7	You asked and have been told. Take the very good advice that has been offered. Well done for asking !

10 February 2022, 12:35 AM	#12
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 6,988	Can the OP post some photos of the watch/dial?

10 February 2022, 07:40 AM	#13
kay13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: LOS ANGELES Posts: 59	I have asked them to send me pictures, but I have decided not to touch the dial. Thank you all.

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