DrStrong
[Rolex Moderator]
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I was very reluctant...
to this kind of things, until I put a first generation Pro Hunter on the wrist...and it is really a killer !
But of course, it seems very "understated" compared to the latest stuff that was realized: only case PVD coating and a Nato strap.
Cheers
Jeff
A brief look at Bamford & Sons Rolex
I just received news that the (in)famous Bamford & Sons Rolex watches with PVD coating will be retailed in Singapore. The range includes the Milgauss and Yachtmaster, as pictured, but also extends to the Submariner and other sports models. The Bamford sit...
As always the question is: Who gives a warranty?
Certainly not Rolex! So, if youn live in a country where Bamford and Sons doesn't have an AD ( ) and as Rolex won't accept to service / repair any of these modified watches, who will be in trouble, eeeh? Aesthetically speaking, to each his own, this is Ea...
Should have no... from rolex
No warranty from Rolex.... Even now, the rolex restrict the parts supply to official dealer for repairing in HK. In past, dealer used an old part to exchange a new part with cost. But rolex was starting to centralize the repair service, and no parts suppl...
The warranty is from Bamford & Sons.
Given the mechanical simplicity of Rolex I don't think it is difficult to service. Finding parts will be more challenging but I am sure they are available. - SJX
besides, Rolex is rebust!
keep overhaul every 3-4years can keep all parts running under clean lubricants which prevent the wear and tear from dirty lubricant. So Rolex is a good choice for "mod". But why don't they try to use CVD DLC treatment? I searched on google by "carbon CVD ...
Can of worms?
I do NOT want to start a battle about prevcentive maintenance. I will say that an authorized Rolex, Blancpain, etc dealer who sponsors here told me that routine maintenance on most mechanical watches is a waste of time and certainly money, unless the watc...
Happy to dialogue
I would like to say some phenomena... I am living in HK and always traveling to China. I know very well about watch AD, please don't ask me the reason In HK and PRC, most of the AD won't ask customers to overhaul their watches, since ADs sold just TOO man...
I was very reluctant...
to this kind of things, until I put a first generation Pro Hunter on the wrist...and it is really a killer ! But of course, it seems very "understated" compared to the latest stuff that was realized: only case PVD coating and a Nato strap. Cheers Jeff
I agree
the "understated" look, as you put it, is very appealing and especially fitting for the type of watch Rolex is. - SJX
Thanks for sharing...
while the cost is prohibitive, I have a feeling that this will garner more than just curious onlookers when they arrive. Thanks again for the news JX.
Thankyou for the presentation SJ
But for me, it will be a no go. I prefer the watches as they are from the manufacturer. The longest I will go is another strap on a strap watch. If the watch is fitted with a bracelet, than I believe it should stay. Its the same when I play golf, I use th...
Interesting....
However I am skeptical regarding non-factory modifications.... But, now I am curious to see them in metal.... Black watches are very trendy today... I wonder how they are going to be regarded in 5-10 years? thanks for posting.... cheers
One not to forget
the Jacques Piccard Deep Sea, a limited edition of 86 pieces: a spectacular watch that I was very happy to discover last year This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2010-04-04 22:58:33...
What.....
were your overall impressions vis-a-vis the regular model?.... do you have a wristshot?..... thanks.... cheers This message has been edited by PinkPanther on 2010-04-05 00:09:41
To me, PVD...
- or I should say CVD - suits perfectly to these kind of toolwatches. I don't have a wristshot, but I have tried on the combo with the Nato strap, which is the best to me. I really like the historical context of this watch: the fact that it was issued in ...
I fully agree....
regarding the nato strap... the bracelet is a bit too much in my opinion.... but cvd scratches and it is expensive to repair, right? cheers ps great photo
PVD and CVD
...are processes (Physical Vapour Deposition and Chemical Vapour Deposition, repectively) not materials, the 'scratchproofness' will depend on what they deposit on the case, it's thickness, etc. Thanks for posting that coated DeepSea. Not a fan of those, ...
just like modding one's car
just like modding one's car. why not?? moreover, its all comestic. AMG kit on a regular E class? Brabus bodykit on a S class? do they only sell brand new PVDed watches? or would they accept a commission on exisitng piece?
Thanks a lot. I saw them this saturday in Paris.
And also the "Aqua Pearl" Rolex. Aqua Pearl proposes "skeletonized" Rolex, in fact, the dial is opened, not the plate of the caliber. For example, you can see the whole date wheel. Strange. Fr.Xavier