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nachopc · 29 July 2018, 01:46 AM

If Rolex actually gives 5 years when do we have to service our watches?

Thanks

Nacho

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123Blueface · 29 July 2018, 01:49 AM

When it needs it.
Will vary by watch but generally, you can go well beyond five years.

Bigblu10 · 29 July 2018, 01:52 AM

Rolex gives you a 5 year warranty which covers manufacturing defects. This has nothing to do with movement service. I tend to service mine at about 8 years. Unless an issue out of warranty arises before then.

watchmework · 29 July 2018, 01:58 AM

I wouldn’t service until it absolutely needs it.

101031-28 · 29 July 2018, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by watchmework

i wouldn’t service until it absolutely needs it.

+1

joli160 · 29 July 2018, 02:04 AM

Only when it stops working correctly, as recommended by fellow member and Rolex trained watchmaker Bas

The Libertine · 29 July 2018, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by watchmework

I wouldn’t service until it absolutely needs it.

+2.

The less a watch is opened the better.

BabyHuey · 29 July 2018, 02:45 AM

Two schools of thought in regards to Rolex servicing.

(1) If you have the watch serviced every 5 years, the parts replacement cost is minimal.

(2) If you have the watch serviced after it stops working properly, the parts replacement cost is usually more.

Having gone both routes, I've found that Option 2 tends to be more cost-effective over the long haul.

SearChart · 29 July 2018, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by BabyHuey

Two schools of thought in regards to Rolex servicing.

(1) If you have the watch serviced every 5 years, the parts replacement cost is minimal.

(2) If you have the watch serviced after it stops working properly, the parts replacement cost is usually more.

Having gone both routes, I've found that Option 2 tends to be more cost-effective over the long haul.

Meh, you'll end up needing to replace maybe 2-3 gears more, most of it is usually covered in the service cost anyway. Unless you'll need a new rotor or reversers.

Just bring it in if it acts up, could be 5 yrs, could be 10. You'll know when it needs it. No point in getting a service just for peace of mind, waste of money IMO.

TRM · 29 July 2018, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by watchmework

I wouldn’t service until it absolutely needs it.

Neither would I, especially at the price for a full service.

Bigblu10 · 29 July 2018, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Meh, you'll end up needing to replace maybe 2-3 gears more, most of it is usually covered in the service cost anyway. Unless you'll need a new rotor or reversers.

Just bring it in if it acts up, could be 5 yrs, could be 10. You'll know when it needs it. No point in getting a service just for peace of mind, waste of money IMO.

10 years and you might be risking seal failure. Especially if you are in the water often. Water inside the case will cost a small fortune.

spoilsofwar01 · 29 July 2018, 04:49 AM

Just bring it in if it acts up, could be 5 yrs, could be 10. You'll know when it needs it. No point in getting a service just for peace of mind, waste of money

V Wise words, Trust this fella,,,, he knows his stuff

J_1964 · 29 July 2018, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

10 years and you might be risking seal failure. Especially if you are in the water often. Water inside the case will cost a small fortune.

Very Good Point.

SearChart · 29 July 2018, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

10 years and you might be risking seal failure. Especially if you are in the water often. Water inside the case will cost a small fortune.

As long as it isn't opened, 99 out of a 100 rolex watches are still fine for water resistance after 10 years.
I've tested old watches before opening and taking them apart and they all pass, but the gaskets disintegrate as soon as you pry them out.

The occasional splash of water or swim won't do anything.

nachopc · 30 July 2018, 01:59 AM

Thank you guys for all your answers!

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cerbom · 30 July 2018, 03:02 AM

Had my 12 year old GMT serviced and was still working perfectly. Not saying seals were still OK but I knew the age of the watch and kept it from submersion until service was done.

kepler22 · 30 July 2018, 03:50 AM

Bas - Great practical comments, always worth reading

FTX I · 30 July 2018, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by kepler22

bas - great practical comments, always worth reading

+1

Thuilln · 30 July 2018, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

As long as it isn't opened, 99 out of a 100 rolex watches are still fine for water resistance after 10 years.
I've tested old watches before opening and taking them apart and they all pass, but the gaskets disintegrate as soon as you pry them out.

The occasional splash of water or swim won't do anything.

Good to know.
I sent an Explorer for a service recently. They commented that the watch needed a new crown, and that it wasn't waterproof anymore at time of quote. I swam with it countless times and they never said there was water in the case. So my guess was the Oyster case and screw-down crown make the watch very water-resistant just by design.

SearChart · 30 July 2018, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Thuilln

Good to know.
I sent an Explorer for a service recently. They commented that the watch needed a new crown, and that it wasn't waterproof anymore at time of quote. I swam with it countless times and they never said there was water in the case. So my guess was the Oyster case and screw-down crown make the watch very water-resistant just by design.

The design truly is bulletproof.

GreatScott · 30 July 2018, 05:35 AM

I believe I read Rolex now recommends 10 years, up from 5 just a few years back. They must be seeing much damage in the second 5 years or the new materials last longer.

kanderson1965 · 30 July 2018, 05:54 AM

My AD stated that Rolex recommend 10 yearly service intervals on the watches with the 5 year warranty (green seal) due to improvements with the lubricants they now use, which are slower to degrade and dry out.

jps3b · 30 July 2018, 05:58 AM

Get that corn outta my face!!

Sorry Ignacio, couldn’t help it

djjonesivs · 30 July 2018, 08:17 AM

Good info to know thanks!

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29 July 2018, 01:46 AM	#1
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29 July 2018, 04:49 AM	#12
spoilsofwar01 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: "H" Location: England Watch: ing Rainclouds Posts: 1,437	Just bring it in if it acts up, could be 5 yrs, could be 10. You'll know when it needs it. No point in getting a service just for peace of mind, waste of money V Wise words, Trust this fella,,,, he knows his stuff __________________ "H" 5513 Submariner 1968 114270 Explorer 2005 Smiths W10 1968 Tissot Seastar 2011

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cerbom 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: mark Location: East TN Watch: rolex AK, GMT, TAG Posts: 186	Had my 12 year old GMT serviced and was still working perfectly. Not saying seals were still OK but I knew the age of the watch and kept it from submersion until service was done. __________________ Rolex Airking Tag Aquaracer Rolex GMT

29 July 2018, 01:49 AM	#2
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 4,939	When it needs it. Will vary by watch but generally, you can go well beyond five years.

29 July 2018, 01:52 AM	#3
Bigblu10 Banned Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jaime Location: Here Posts: 5,606	Rolex gives you a 5 year warranty which covers manufacturing defects. This has nothing to do with movement service. I tend to service mine at about 8 years. Unless an issue out of warranty arises before then.

29 July 2018, 01:58 AM	#4
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I wouldn’t service until it absolutely needs it.

29 July 2018, 02:45 AM	#8
BabyHuey Banned Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: earth Posts: 13	Two schools of thought in regards to Rolex servicing. (1) If you have the watch serviced every 5 years, the parts replacement cost is minimal. (2) If you have the watch serviced after it stops working properly, the parts replacement cost is usually more. Having gone both routes, I've found that Option 2 tends to be more cost-effective over the long haul.

30 July 2018, 01:59 AM	#15
nachopc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Nash Location: Europe Watch: Rolex Only Posts: 1,501	Thank you guys for all your answers! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

30 July 2018, 03:50 AM	#17
kepler22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: UK Posts: 117	Bas - Great practical comments, always worth reading

30 July 2018, 05:35 AM	#21
GreatScott "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: In a house Posts: 836	I believe I read Rolex now recommends 10 years, up from 5 just a few years back. They must be seeing much damage in the second 5 years or the new materials last longer.

30 July 2018, 05:54 AM	#22
kanderson1965 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Ken Location: United Kingdom Watch: with mother Posts: 141	My AD stated that Rolex recommend 10 yearly service intervals on the watches with the 5 year warranty (green seal) due to improvements with the lubricants they now use, which are slower to degrade and dry out.

30 July 2018, 05:58 AM	#23
jps3b "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Santa Monica, Ca Watch: 116619 Posts: 1,334	Get that corn outta my face!! Sorry Ignacio, couldn’t help it

30 July 2018, 08:17 AM	#24
djjonesivs "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: connecticut Watch: rolex submariner Posts: 47	Good info to know thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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