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Well i do hope my rollies last forever cos i'm gonna pass them to my godchildren & nephew!
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Rolex owner since 2010
Previously owned:
Explorer II(216570) black dial AN serial
GMT-Master II(116710LN) AN serial
Current collection:
Datejust 36(116234) V serial
GMT-Master II(116713LN) AN serial
Upcoming/Wishlist:
"Hulk" green sub(116610LV) -
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I know a Rolex collector from the US who has 2 dozen Rollies from the 1940s (World War 2 era) to the 1960s and all are in working condition.
My favorite Rose Gold Day Date from 1960s (50 years old) is still running perfectly so I think these watches may last "perpetually".My 18K Gold Day Date "President" Collection:
1) WG DIA 18239
2) YG DIA 18238
3) WG 18239
4) YG 18238
5) YG 18248G Bark
6) WG DIA 18039
7) WG 18039
8) YG 18038
9) Tridor DIA 18039B
10) YG DIA 18078 Bark
11) RG 1803 (Mint V.Rare)
12) WG 1803
13) YG 1803
50th Anniversary Collection:
1)GMT II 116718 18K
2)Sub 16610LV Mk1 x 4pcs ( 3F + 1 Y!)
Others
1)Daytona RG 116505 18K
2)D15037 14k
3)DJ16238 18KComment
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So servicing is just to make the watch super accurate?
That being said, if i dun mind the watch go 5-10 min slower every few months or years, i can just dun service it?
I buy watch cus its pretty, i like it n for symbol, not particular about movement etcComment
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Regular servicing and replacement with original parts (say about once in 5 years) will restore your Rolex's time-keeping accuracy within COSC standards and maintain its value. 20-25 years from now, when you give the watch to your son/daughter, you'll be proud that the watch is an item of value, and that's long after you have forgotten the costs of servicing.. so you are not just passing down your surname, but also a valuable piece of heritage!Originally posted by eastsider View Post
And to answer your question, Yes, I have a GMT Master that still runs reasonably accurately even though it hasn't been serviced for about 22 years, but it's well-kept..Last edited by kenn18; 05-02-13, 10:53 AM.Comment
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I think good mechnical watches should at least last a generation (maybe 50years)"He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex." �Ian Fleming, Casino Royale (1953)
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I think it may last a lifetime with proper care..
Only a Rolex will do for me..a tradition passed down from my father and his father..
I have a love-hate relationship with rolex, i hate the prices but love the pieces..
Proud owner of a Rolex Explorer II 216570 polar since 27/2/13..okay..not anymore
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I have a GMT master 2 (pepsi) bot in 1999 and I have been wearing it daily as it was my only watch till this year. till now it has kept time really well. I recently bought the new explorer 2 as I am convinced of the brand's quality and reliability. I bought a new watch cos I want to keep my gmt master 2 for posterity. I am betting my money that this explorer 2 will be as good, as hardy.Comment
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ForeverComment
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rolex are made to last forever, just send it for servicing to make sure the movement is working well.Comment
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I second that .. Rolex is one of the highly reliable brands.Comment
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Surprised to heard 50 years old? Seriously can last so long...I am saving for my 1st Rolex...Comment
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My explorer 2 been with me twenty yrs ,till now still kept time perfect.Comment
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I wonder sometimes..... most watches, if kept well-maintained, should last just as long as any ROLEX watch isn't it?!Comment
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