Day date service

[fourthirds]

I dropped off my date date for service at the Rolex dealer. The lady inspecting my watch told me it's a 1980s and she noticed that the hand winding mechanism was not working but the rotor was spinning, making the watch work. She also noticed that the springbars were not gold they were generic after market.

[Baco Noir]

I had no idea the springbars were real gold. I would have thought that actual gold would have been too soft for such a small part that handles a stress load?

[rw16610]

Same, I didn't realize they could make those out of gold. With the solid end links leaving hardly any space around them it can act as additional support, I guess, preventing movement.

You've had that watch for a very long time, when you post pictures it takes me back to the TKF days.

Hope you have the watch bask soon, Art!

[fourthirds]

I had no idea as well that they were made at of gold, when she brought back the watch the bracelet and the spring bars we're on a tray, she told me everything looks good except the spring bars they're not original. She replied the spring bars are made out of gold and she told me this crystal has some chips on the edge which is normal for wear and tear. I asked her about the service she said the basic maintenance service is starts at $900 and goes up. As for time wise three weeks to get a estimate. I'm pretty excited to get it back except for the service repair costs which I'm thinking is probably going to be over $2000 




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[rw16610]

fourthirds - I would figure around that much or just a bit more might be safe to expect. For this watch and how long you've had it, it's definitely worth getting this stuff done. However, doesn't make it less painful sometimes.

With the estimate you likely won't have to go ahead with every single item (maybe), but I would do it.

This is why I'm not a fan of the two-tone Omega chronograph watches from the Seamaster line. The helium escape valve, crown, and two chronograph pushers are 18K gold and contributes to something similar on top of a $1,000 CAD ish basic service. Can't recall if the rate for those includes the gold parts, but last I checked with Omega they said it varies for that reason and with the price of gold, etc.

Again, that watch of yours is totally worth doing this for!

[Baco Noir]

I’m guessing it’ll be closer to $1400-$1500 when they add in the crystal and springbars. Looking forward to seeing it when you get it back.

[Pete]

I have never seen gold spring bars. I would have thought they’d deform and become insecure quite quickly.
Did a little research and it seems they use 18ct.
Here’s a pair for older models with lug holes

[Pete]

[aerome]

Is there a particular reason you want to use Rolex to service the watch? If you don't need the service verification, why not save $1000+ and have a good indy watchmaker do the service?

[fourthirds]

Dec 5, 2022 7:42:21 GMT -6 aerome said:

Is there a particular reason you want to use Rolex to service the watch? If you don't need the service verification, why not save $1000+ and have a good indy watchmaker do the service?

I wanted some people work showing it's an original Rolex. I purchased it about 10 years ago from a family jeweler, but he didn't have any paperwork he did have its service before he gave it to me.

[rw16610]

Years ago Rolex Canada did authenticity checks which worked great in situations like these where all the owner wants is some official documentation from the brand. However, they've since stopped doing it which was confirmed by them last year.

Sadly you'll have to bite the bullet and go to the RSC so you'll have all of that. Given the circumstances it'll be worth doing this time around. In the distant future for the next service - independent watchmaker all the way.

[fourthirds]

It's worth it to me, even though I seldom use it. I still call it the Tony Soprano watch.

[fourthirds]

Here is the e-mail that I received today for the approval. I went ahead and approved it and I also purchased the new hand set.   I also can't believe that the spring bars are only $60 on eBay there were for twice as much.





Thank you for choosing Tourneau for your ROLEX timepiece service needs. At Tourneau customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Our highly trained and skilled technicians strive to provide exceptional service, while ensuring that your timepiece is handled with care at all times throughout the service process.

Listed below are the details for the repair/service of your timepiece.

Service Charges for Necessary Work: $1,370.00

Movement Parts $195.00 Necessary
Crown $115.00 Necessary
Tube $0.00 Necessary
Water Test $0.00 Necessary
Gasket $0.00 Necessary
Refinish Case and Bracelet $0.00 Necessary
Clasp Repair $0.00 Necessary
Spring Bar Insert $60.00 Necessary
Complete Service $1000.00 Necessary

Complete Maintenance of Movement, which is accompanied by a two-year service warranty.
This full service includes disassembly of all watch parts, ultrasonic cleaning of movement parts, lubrication of parts, replacement of gaskets, all adjustments to movement parts, demagnetization, and full Quality Control testing to ensure that watch is functioning to factory specifications.

Note: All Necessary work must be approved, to restore the function of your watch to factory specification.

Optional and cosmetic services to enhance the look of your timepiece are available for an additional fee.
Each of these services is individually priced and you may opt to take one, several, all or none. If applicable, the charges for these optional services are below:

-Hands $90.00 Optional

The timeframe for this repair is estimated at approximately 8 weeks from date of estimate approval.

[rw16610]

fourthirds - This is excellent news! So happy you heard back regarding the official estimate. No doubt go ahead with that, as soon as possible. Hopefully they're able to get it back to you quickly. Looking forward to the after service images!

[Baco Noir]

Good news part. It’ll come back looking brand new. Rolex service is amazing.