golf36 Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 Hey im new here, but I was interested in spending around $1000 building a perfect rolex. Although I know nothing about the art of horology whatsoever, im not sure where I should start. Can anyone suggest any dealers to start with, or any places or modders that will do stuff for you. Once again, I have no experience in horology so I'm not sure what im gonna be getting into, all im interested in is getting a perfect rolex (still deciding between submariner, sea-dweller, daytona, or yachtmaster), and obviously adding on authentic parts (if i can find them on ebay that is.... but once again, i wouldnt be sure how to put them in) Any comments would be appreciated thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cortopar Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 *tip* I spent almost 3 full days reading every thread of interest from the past year+ and making extensive use of the search function before I made my first post. You're at a point where you don't even know enough to ask the right questions. The short answer is that you probably cannot build a "perfect" rep for $1000, especially if you're expecting to pay for the labor for someone else to do all the work. Save another $200-500 and buy a used Rolex for $1200-1500. Or spend $200 on a modern rep, some elbow grease and get something you'll likely be happy wearing. Or be prepared to spend $2000 on gen parts and labor. Finally, if you want a "perfect" Rolex... drive down to your nearest Authorized dealer and write them a check for $5000 or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cucumber_Jones Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 *tip* I spent almost 3 full days reading every thread of interest from the past year+ and making extensive use of the search function before I made my first post. cortopar speaks the truth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 In fact that was a very good answer by cortopar, it shows what a little reading will do for you Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section8 Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 In fact that was a very good answer by cortopar, it shows what a little reading will do for you Ken I concur. I didn't come here initially looking for a Submariner as lots of newbies do, but I still spent about a week searching a reading up before beginning to post. Research is your friend. If you really want a good Sub and you're willing to spend a grand US for it, you might as well just wait and save a bit more to pick up a used genuine, they can be had for $1500-$2500 which is actually around what my gen Tags have cost me. If you want a really good rep but not perfect they are out there, just spend some time reading. Good luck and welcome to the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest aclaimsman Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 @golf36 You asked this same question at TRC and it looks like the advice given there is the same here. Use that search button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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