Verification @ RSC and other alternatives

[cmclee]

My friend sent in his 1680 for verification and was told to wait for 2 days as they need to check with Geneva regarding the serial number. Is that usually the case ?

[triton]

the item description should be service charge. amount 75. usually this only indicate that it has been authenticated.

yes it means all parts are authentic. however does the watch match the serial number is on your part. if there is no rolex chapter ring, then the serial number is engraved on the case @ the 6 o'clock position. bring the paper down and ask them to read to you the serial number to confirm. else you can verify the serial number on watch and warranty card yourself.

as to matching parts for that era. yes/no. they dont tell you. you have to do homework on your own. however, they will only tell you that there is a mismatch bezel or bracelet where it is suppose to be white gold but you have a TT bezel, etc.

everything is original? as in when produced? they cant tell you because if it has been serviced. how to know it is original. however, if you referring to original rolex parts used. yes, they can tell. if not original, they return you the watch. however, for some vintage piece like 6694 where non original arcylic crystal and/or hands things like that they will inform you.

as for serial number exist in database. what you mean?

Hi,
when you sent a vintage rolex to RSC for verification and at the end of it, they issue you a receipt of $75, what does it really mean ?
Does it mean that the watch :
- has all the parts authentic ? i.e. dial, hands, movement and serial numbers ?
- has all the matching parts for that era / production period ?
- everything is original i.e. nothing was changed ?
- or only that the serial number for that model exist in their database ?

Could some experts share your advice please.

Thanks

[cmclee]

RSC Verification

Hi,
when you sent a vintage rolex to RSC for verification and at the end of it, they issue you a receipt of $75, what does it really mean ?
Does it mean that the watch :
- has all the parts authentic ? i.e. dial, hands, movement and serial numbers ?
- has all the matching parts for that era / production period ?
- everything is original i.e. nothing was changed ?
- or only that the serial number for that model exist in their database ?

Could some experts share your advice please.

Thanks

[coolblue]

One thing to think about is that for a vintage watch, you may not actually want it to come back looking brand new, cos it will just lose all its vintage value. Many collectors wouldn't want a vintage that has hands, dial or case changed, remember also that a new case means the old serial no is gone..

Servicing the movement but keeping everything else as original as possible is the usual route for vintage.. rsc may or may not do this.. but as the bros have said, there are independents who understand this,,

[datejust97]

You did your first overhaul after 17 years? Actually is there a guide as to what's the recommended age before a watch is due for servicing, like a car?

[larry88]

I overhauled mine at RSC. Got a 2 years warranty and the watch came back as good as new. It even looks brand new because of the polishing. Even though it cost me S$700+. It took a little over 2 weeks even though they said it would take 5 weeks.

I don't know whether I had overpaid, but I was very happy with the service and the product and that was the important thing. Considering I have never serviced my watch before (my watch is 15 years old), the S$700+ I paid was insignificant.

I agree and I sent my DJ for service recently (after 17 years). it cost me $750 all in. It came back spanking new. I don't think i need to service the watch, easily for the next 5-8 years, so at 70/yr, and more importantly, for a peace of mind, it is worth it.

[whiskyrum]

I overhauled mine at RSC. Got a 2 years warranty and the watch came back as good as new. It even looks brand new because of the polishing. Even though it cost me S$700+. It took a little over 2 weeks even though they said it would take 5 weeks.

I don't know whether I had overpaid, but I was very happy with the service and the product and that was the important thing. Considering I have never serviced my watch before (my watch is 15 years old), the S$700+ I paid was insignificant.

[datejust97]

Hi thanks for the replies..

For the PP Complex, you mean the shop where it sells alot preown Rolexes, on the ground floor?

[triton]

do understand that RSC need to make money. if not how their staff wear rolex?

there are other places where you can send in your watch for overhaul.

people's park complex, one with many money changers. one who operates one of the kiosk was a former RSC technician.

if @ toa payoh, there is cabin time. horologyfanatic is his nick here.

east side @ golden landmark also have.


click here for servicing for 100 by sportee

Was then asked if I wanted a overhaul, includes changing crystal n hands, oil, "tuning" n the rest...cost $850+

Actually I was ok with the cost as I think just do it for peace of mind, but then they said it'll take 5 weeks! Wow so long! I didn't go for it.

Any bros here know if they have a shorter "package" n service time, maybe a simple service + oiling that won't take so long? 2-3 days can accept, but 1 over month is too long. How to bear being apart from my beloved for so long ?? kekeke

[newbie09]

Hi thanks derrick1973 for the info..

Went down to RSC today, not very packed, abt 3 other patrons there so the authentication took only 15mins. Staff were quite nice and friendly.

Was then asked if I wanted a overhaul, includes changing crystal n hands, oil, "tuning" n the rest...cost $850+

Actually I was ok with the cost as I think just do it for peace of mind, but then they said it'll take 5 weeks! Wow so long! I didn't go for it.

Any bros here know if they have a shorter "package" n service time, maybe a simple service + oiling that won't take so long? 2-3 days can accept, but 1 over month is too long. How to bear being apart from my beloved for so long ?? kekeke

How abt bringing to another watch maker for an 3rd party opinion... Normally RSC will ask ppl to do overhual when the watch is still running fine based on what other member here has written...

[datejust97]

Hi thanks derrick1973 for the info..

Went down to RSC today, not very packed, abt 3 other patrons there so the authentication took only 15mins. Staff were quite nice and friendly.

Was then asked if I wanted a overhaul, includes changing crystal n hands, oil, "tuning" n the rest...cost $850+

Actually I was ok with the cost as I think just do it for peace of mind, but then they said it'll take 5 weeks! Wow so long! I didn't go for it.

Any bros here know if they have a shorter "package" n service time, maybe a simple service + oiling that won't take so long? 2-3 days can accept, but 1 over month is too long. How to bear being apart from my beloved for so long ?? kekeke

[derrick1973]

verification within 1hr depend on the queue and $75.

[datejust97]

Hi Triton,

Thank you so much for the information. Will bring it down tomorrow for verification!

[triton]

service and verification is 2 separate issues.

if you tell them you want a service, then they will check which parts needs to be service and advise you a cost.

if you tell them you want a verification, then they will check that the watch external and internals are all genuine. this will mean that the parts inside are meant for the model.

do note that even if parts are original, if the parts are meant for a sub date and it is found in a sub ND, it is considered NOT ORIGINAL by rolex. this usually applies to current model of watches. if your watch is like 20 years old, they will tell you which parts are not real and still service the watch.

as to how long, it depends on the number of customers present. if there is no one in queue. the verification process time usually takes about 20 mins

[datejust97]

Verification at RSC

Hi all,

I am very new to this Rolex thingy so please pardon if my q is too trivial.

Just bought a pre own Datejust and I read that I can bring it for verification.

Can I know if that means I need to service the watch? Or it means just letting them have a peep inside to ascertain if its genuine?

How long will it take, and do I just bring it down to the counter and tell them I want it verified?

Thanks for advice.