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Do custom Rolex watches hold their value?
In terms of the resale value, some collectors shy away Rolex watches with too many customized parts (like this “black out” treatment) as the watch is no longer considered an original, again, knocks down the watch’s resale value. Another way to customize your Rolex is by tacking on after-market diamonds.
What is Rolex Bamford?
“Rolex thinks that their watches are perfect,” says George Bamford, founder of Bamford Watch Department. In a nutshell, what Bamford does is purchase brand new Rolex watches and then modifies them with mostly advanced industrial case coatings and special dial treatments.
Will Rolex service a custom watch?
A Rolex with custom additions is considered a fake watch, in the eyes of Rolex. They won’t service a watch with any custom parts. This presents a major issue for thousands of Rolex owners who have to customized, or personalized, their watch.
What watch is close to a Rolex?
Alternatives To Rolex Watch Models
- Grand Seiko Sport Collection SBGA229 [Submariner Alternative]
- Tudor Heritage Ranger Ref. M79910 [Explorer Alternative]
- TAG Heuer Aquaracer Calibre 7 GMT Ref.
- Longines Record Automatic Chronometer Ref.
- Zenith Chronomaster El Primero Ref.
- *NEW* Zenith Chronomaster Sport Ref.
Do Rolex watches have to be serviced by Rolex?
To guarantee continued accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex recommends that you periodically return your watch to an Official Rolex Retailer or Service Centre for professional servicing. It is recommended to service your Rolex approximately every 10 years depending on the model and real-life usage.
How much does it cost to service a Rolex Datejust?
ROLEX SERVICE
| MODEL | YEAR | PRICE + SHIPPING |
|---|---|---|
| DATEJUST MID-SIZE | 1980 TO PRESENT | $495 + $55 |
| DATEJUST MID-SIZE 18K GOLD | 1980 TO PRESENT | $595 + $65 |
| DATEJUST OYSTER QUARTZ | 1980 TO PRESENT | $600 + $55 |
| DATEJUST OYSTER QUARTZ 18K GOLD | 1980 TO PRESENT | $680 + $65 |
What is the cheapest new Rolex?
Oyster Perpetual
The cheapest Rolex, by 2020 list price, is the Oyster Perpetual. Priced at $5,700, the Oyster Perpetual comes as a time-only model, and is available with a range of dial colors to suit anyone’s palette.
Does Bamford watch Department customize Rolex watches?
While Bamford Watch Department certainly does customize non-Rolex watches (mostly Audemars Piguet and Panerai), somewhere between 80-90\% of their work is on Rolex timepieces. George explained to me how he got into customizing Rolex watches in the first place, and it began with a story of his first Rolex, back when he was a teenager.
Are customized Rolex watches serviceable?
So unless you have a stock Rolex watch or a relationship with a company like Bamford, your customized Rolex watch is totally unserviceable to a large degree. In fact, this situation is very similar to how many car companies handle situations where their products are customized by aftermarket tuners.
How much does a Rolex ref 116500 cost?
So, it’s a great watch and it’s still selling for a significant premium.” The model from the ’70s sold for around $1,100 to $2,000 and now sells for between $85,000 and $110,000. The Ref. 116500 at retail is $12,400 (the same price for the white dial or the black dial), but is commanding prices as high as $25,000.
Is this the Grail watch of Rolex collecting?
In certain circles, this Rolex is considered a grail watch. And let’s be frank, if you’re just beginning to collect you’re likely not going to start with this million dollar baby. If you’re already looking ahead to the future however, this could be one of your end-goals in Rolex collecting.