freddy333

Both are still around - Ubi intermittently & Nanuq regularly.

A thin shmear of properly exposed UV cement around the perimeter of the xtal-to-case interface should do it. But, before allowing the watch anywhere near moisture again, I would have it pressure-tested (at least yearly); & I would also have the movement overhauled asap as the moisture you saw in the xtal may only be the tip of a slow wave of corrosion making its way through the movement underneath. A relative once of prevention now may avert a pound of pain later. At the very least, assuming the damage has not already been done, you might try placing the watch into an air-tight jar with some packets of desiccant for 24 hours, which may help to dry the innards out.

Thinking of our Italian members & hoping you are safe & untouched by the earthquake. Wearing 1 of my Daytonas today

Does not look good. I hope you are going to have it overhauled asap before too much rust can take hold.

Remember that, back then, that 250 would buy you 1/4 of a new car, which is 1 of the reasons those Rolex watches are relatively rare (ie, valuable) today.

Still wearing my beater

Most of the watch parts houses sell generic 7mm crowns that fit standard stems.Try ofrei.com.

Still wearing my beater, which makes for a good day, but not quite as good as yours.

I think the AD was mostly correct. Rolex tends to favor larger (ie, higher volume) ADs over anyone else. They always get priority & for obvious reasons. You are also correct that, relative to 5-10 years ago, today's reps are visually very close to their gen brothers.

Great 'patina'. Well done, BC.

Yes, the Coke bottle scene.

Everyone must be asleep today. Ending the work week wearing my beater & Z

Ever see the movie 'On the Beach'?

It all depends on your goal. If you were trying to maintain a natural-looking patina, I think you overdid it. However, many here work very hard to produce that type of appearance.

My experience too. Unfortunately, ignoring (previously agreed to) pre-shipment QC pics seems to be 1 of the only things Phong is consistent with.

I think you are probably overestimating the value of a properly made, blank 'Rolex' case, but mirroring what some have been saying for many years. Other than the dimensions, the only difference between the case used for a cheap Silex Sub & 1 of Phong's or MQ's cases is the money these aftermarket parts sellers charge.

Sorry, 7206.

Yes.

As others have said, Phong is a hit-or-miss affair. Sometimes you get lucky, sometimes not. I would send the photos to him & ask for a replacement. He is usually cooperative when proven wrong.

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