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dpt.calvin · 7 March 2022, 03:19 AM

I know these dial imperfections are controversial, but I quite enjoy them. I love how I don’t notice the imperfections 98% of the time under normal use/conditions, but they’re present upon closer inspection.

My birth year 16710.

Cloudchaser · 7 March 2022, 03:56 AM

Future Spider Dials of Rolex!

Cryptochonos1 · 7 March 2022, 06:01 AM

Wow I’ve never seen that effect on a dial, how does that usually happen?

dpt.calvin · 8 March 2022, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Cryptochonos1

Wow I’ve never seen that effect on a dial, how does that usually happen?

Supposedly Rolex had not perfected their glossy dials and with time, under certain conditions (not sure what these conditions are), this would result.

shaunylw · 8 March 2022, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Cryptochonos1

Wow I’ve never seen that effect on a dial, how does that usually happen?

Typically spider dials are from the lacquer Rolex started using when they transitioned from Matte to gloss dials.

Coronette · 8 March 2022, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by shaunylw

Typically spider dials are from the lacquer Rolex started using when they transitioned from Matte to gloss dials.

Yes from aging and drying out. I would have it refinished. Its eventually going to start to curl and peel.

easterbunny · 7 March 2022, 06:22 AM

i have a les paul like this. nice, op.

7enderbender · 8 March 2022, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by easterbunny

i have a les paul like this. nice, op.

Tell us more. 🎸

ltmgeller · 7 March 2022, 06:38 AM

SWS65SM · 7 March 2022, 07:13 AM

I particularly like it on vintage pieces, adds kind of an unique character, me feel

Rebel · 7 March 2022, 07:24 AM

Yes.

CarlOver · 8 March 2022, 01:24 AM

That is a neat surface finish. Obviously not intended by Rolex, but as long as it doesn’t progressively melt off, it’s very nice. Some collector would likely pay plenty of money for this melting, spider finish. Probably there is a standardized library of adjectives describing these type of finishes.

dpt.calvin · 8 March 2022, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by CarlOver

That is a neat surface finish. Obviously not intended by Rolex, but as long as it doesn’t progressively melt off, it’s very nice. Some collector would likely pay plenty of money for this melting, spider finish. Probably there is a standardized library of adjectives describing these type of finishes.

When shopping this, I was given two options - both were my birth year and in similar condition except the dial. I think this one was $200 more, so the premium wasn't exceptional. This was a couple years ago.

karleone · 8 March 2022, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by CarlOver

That is a neat surface finish. Obviously not intended by Rolex, but as long as it doesn’t progressively melt off, it’s very nice. Some collector would likely pay plenty of money for this melting, spider finish. Probably there is a standardized library of adjectives describing these type of finishes.

To be honest no vintage Rolex collector would pay more for a damaged dial... Patina and damaged parts are two different things.

As long as OP likes his watch this way I am ok with that.

Polarexplorerii · 8 March 2022, 09:55 AM

beautiful dial

Jpccarguy · 8 March 2022, 09:59 AM

To each his or her own. Whatever floats your boat!

Boaters · 8 March 2022, 10:06 AM

Love it .. My D Serial says hi

swiss_seth · 8 March 2022, 10:51 AM

I looks at these and think it will be a matter of time before the dial paints starts to peel away. That issue may take many years to happen but why keep it up to that point. Just service with a new dial.

If you like it thats cool.

I have wondered if this was an epoxy or paint issue etc. and whether or not it has been rectified. Another thought of mine was that if a dial looks like this a true outdoorsman wore the Rolex perhaps the way it was intended to be used. In that case this is very cool.

joli160 · 8 March 2022, 11:36 AM

Good that you are happy with it.
In all objectivity you should have gotten a discount instead of paying more

dpt.calvin · 8 March 2022, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by joli160

Good that you are happy with it.
In all objectivity you should have gotten a discount instead of paying more

B&P were worth $200 apparently.

Seddyspaghetti · 8 March 2022, 12:37 PM

Cool

TopDog2315 · 8 March 2022, 12:47 PM

I think it looks awesome and unique, congrats!

Cheers

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henrylee · 8 March 2022, 02:54 PM

Looks good Calvin

dpt.calvin · 8 March 2022, 04:56 PM

Not really concerned about flaking or peeling.

Old Expat Beast · 8 March 2022, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by dpt.calvin

Not really concerned about flaking or peeling.

When that happens, flakes or small pieces can drop through the date window and into the movement. Then it needs to be stripped down, cleaned and regulated (i.e. serviced). Looks like that's not about to happen soon, though.

dpt.calvin · 8 March 2022, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

When that happens, flakes or small pieces can drop through the date window and into the movement. Then it needs to be stripped down, cleaned and regulated (i.e. serviced). Looks like that's not about to happen soon, though.

I understand the dangers, I just don’t think it’s going to happen (anytime soon).

koetp · 8 March 2022, 11:38 PM

Nice dial

jimcameron · 8 March 2022, 07:41 PM

Spray painted and left on the radiator to dry. Nice.

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Cryptochonos1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Texas Watch: Sky Dweller Posts: 316	Wow I’ve never seen that effect on a dial, how does that usually happen?

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easterbunny "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: US Posts: 384	i have a les paul like this. nice, op.

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8 March 2022, 01:24 AM	#12
CarlOver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: US Posts: 2,214	That is a neat surface finish. Obviously not intended by Rolex, but as long as it doesn’t progressively melt off, it’s very nice. Some collector would likely pay plenty of money for this melting, spider finish. Probably there is a standardized library of adjectives describing these type of finishes.

8 March 2022, 09:55 AM	#15
Polarexplorerii "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: SA,TX Watch: 16570,BLNR,116610 Posts: 2,241	beautiful dial

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Jpccarguy 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: In the Present Posts: 1,018	To each his or her own. Whatever floats your boat!

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Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Love it .. My D Serial says hi

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TopDog2315 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Allessandro Location: Canada Watch: 16610/16570/16220 Posts: 705	I think it looks awesome and unique, congrats! Cheers Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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dpt.calvin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: TRF Posts: 2,270	Not really concerned about flaking or peeling. __________________ 16570 \| 16710 \| 116710 \| 116500 76214 \| 79090 \| 79030 \| 79830

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koetp "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Asia and Europe Watch: Rolex PP AP&more Posts: 1,674	Nice dial

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jimcameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ByDawns Earlylite Watch: 16800 Posts: 3,580	Spray painted and left on the radiator to dry. Nice.

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