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Ronin

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  2. Illegal usage of PayPal..

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Remember, "personal transactions" of money owed (the old Gift Option), is technically NOT selling/buying of illegal goods.

    While some argue that you loose buyer protection in these transactions-- I say these days the risk to the seller is = to the risk of the buyer getting scammed. PP (Personal Payment) is no different from a protection standpoint than a "Wire Transfer" that is all the rage for high dollar GEN purchased on many GEN forums.

    DONATIONS therefore should never be an issue.

  7. Never seen politician's wife wear Man's rolex before

    in General Discussion

  10. USPS Becoming unreliable?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Similar issues here. Started about a year ago with all the cut-backs.

    Had a package stuck in NY from August until LAST Week.

    Had a $$$$ watch (US Transaction) take 3 weeks (Priority), was quasi-lost, until I started making waves.

    Had a Daytona (rep) stolen out of a Priority Small Box.

    However, EVERYTHING from China seems to get to me fine. Go figure....

  11. Ways to Get Gen Rolex Parts

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    I am sure that happens (Watchmakers within the Rolex network fitting aftermarket parts to Rolex watches), but I think it is far more the exception rather than the rule. For decades, Rolex has prohibited the installation of non-Rolex parts in their watches. In fact, there have been numerous court cases over the years brought against Rolex by indy watchmakers or consumer organizations in efforts to stop Rolex from restricting their ability to engage in 'free trade' on behalf of owners & customers. To the best of my knowledge, none of these types of cases have been successful. So if 1 of your indy's customers even happen to have another Rolex watchmaker work on their watch (likely), at the very least, he would lose his account. At least, that is the word I hear from reliable sources within the network.

    Yep, another parallel to the auto industry. Laws have been passed to protect the consumers rights to have their vehicle serviced outside of the dealer, and also not to have warranty's null and voided for aftermarket part installation. I actually think a savvy Lawyer or Class Action could succeed against the Rolex "alternate reality" based on that precedent. (I laugh every time I see the bottom of a RSC receipt where it tells me (paraphrasing) "my personal property [Rolex Watch], that I paid $$$$ from a Rolex AD will ~magically~ turn counterfeit with the installation of a non-Rolex part". Total Bull$hit that would never stand up in a courtroom.)

    I fail to see how my particular watchmaker could lose his account "if the customer approves the installation of say a Clark's crystal". The burden of proof is too great for Rolex to will-nilly pull the account on what would essentially boil down to "he said, she said". I also don't see Rolex running stings against Indies. I could be wrong. Sounds like you have better inside sources.

    The way I obtained my information was using a similar approach to @correctime above. I was trying to score a Bezel/Insert back when I was doing my 1675 project. Went in with the "lost bezel" ploy, and thus the aftermarket-vs-Rolex discussion was had. (I wound up NOT getting a bezel from him, and he did try and push what was essentially the same product WSO sells. :( )

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  13. Ways to Get Gen Rolex Parts

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Ditto.

    I would add that things are so tough now that Rolex US will revoke the parts account of any watchmaker within their official network who is caught selling parts - new or used. This is new & I fear it will soon become Rolex SA policy as well.

    +1. A very well respected local watch shop in my area, that actually has a Rolex Parts account-- often fits AFTERMARKET parts to Rolex's he services. It is easier and cheaper for the non-WIS customer, and less paperwork for him. He "Gives them the option", but surprisingly most of his customers take aftermarket crystals, inserts, and hands.

    Again, we, and the guys are VRF/TRF are probably not the 'norm' when it comes to keeping it 100% Rolex. Your options: eBay, VRF & TRF and the thrill of the hunt if you want the real deal.

    So, next time "you think" the guy next to you at the bar is wearing a Sub "rep" because of a bad pearl on the insert-- just remember, maybe he took the aftermarket option from an Indie Shop.

    The "Rep", "Franken", "Gen w/aftermarket service parts" line will be one nice muddy mess. :)

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  15. 1016 WIP (Almost FIN)

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    I have none of this equipment. I have no modding experience but I love the solution, using the laws of physics to your own advantage. Super stuff.

    In theory, you could use a 32mm 12 point socket. Put some electrical tape or plastic wrap on it to prevent marring and hand press it. (I do this with a 36mm socket on Submariners crystal retaining rings.)

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  16. 1016 WIP (Almost FIN)

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Helpful hint.

    The following Press Set-Up works great for pressing JMB Bezel / GEN Bezels for 1000/1500/1600 series.

    • The top die is 32mm inside and 4mm deep/hollow.
    • The bottom die is 36mm and fit the 1601 case without case back perfectly.

      Finally, to make pressing life super easy.

    2. Put your mid-case in the freezer.

    3. Go boil some water for a cup of tea or coffee.

    4. Place Bezel in a cup and pour boiling water over bezel. Let sit about 3 minutes.

    5. Grab Case out of Freezer and set in press.

    6. Grab Bezel out of hot water.

    7. PRESS.... Smooth as butter!

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