Reply With QuoteVery nice indeed, classic!
Hi guys,
You may remember I asked for some information on where to get an old Rolex restored. After some very helpful suggestions I ended up having the watch restored at Stephen Hale Watch Restoration in London. I wanted a sympathetic restoration so they haven't done too much, just a full service, new Rolex crown and stem, new crystal, a very light polish and new Hirsh alligator strap.
The watch is a birthday present for my Dad so will be going to him soon but I liked it so much I bought a similar model and am having that one restored at Stephen Hale too. I'm not sure I need another watch and never take my Submariner off so I may end up selling it but can't decide just yet!
Apologies for the poor pictures, these are just a few rough shots from my iPhone.
Very nice indeed, classic!
"I looked with pity not untinged with scorn upon these trivial-minded passers-by"
Beautiful.
Being ever-so picky...do we think the strap could do with being just a tad wider?
Cheers for sharing pictures and the story. I hope he enjoys it
Agreed, every gentleman should have something like that.Originally Posted by boddah
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That's lovely. What size is it and is it 9k or 18k?
In the Sotadic Zone, apparently.
Thanks for the comments guys. It's a 9k gold Dennison case, is 34 mm and is from 1959.
The strap does look like it should be wider, it's the correct size however - I asked the same thing when I picked it up.
Lovely. Could I ask what 'model' the strap is please?? Looks quite thin and what I've been looking for for a white.
PS, I visited Stephen Hale once, very pleasant to deal with.
Very nice job indeed. I'm going to speak to Steven Hale about servicing my vintage Daytona.
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