116610LV should I bring in RSC?

[dark.magnet]

If it was me, i would try to ignore the dust specks. Afterall they are just...dust specks. Of course, if it was some tarnishing of the hands, or some black spots on lume etc etc, i would have given RSC an earful.

The reason that steers me towards NOT having RSC perform any checks or maintenance (unless it's for for regular servicing intervals or if the watch really starts becoming problematic), is because i am absolutely paranoid about the loss of the vacuum within the case once it is opened up, esp in a brand new piece. Unless RSC re-vacuums the case before sealing it up again, this will surely attract more dust specks entering the case. Then again, who can prove that they actually re-vacuum the case?

After all the flak i hear about QC at RSC, i would have to think very hard before i decide to send the watch in. Is it really justified? Or will i risk more problems after it is "serviced"? For dust specks, i wouldn't. Watch may come back with scratches on the bracelet etc etc. If the problem is more to do with accuracy issues or obvious blemishes, then my threshold for tolerating these post-servicing problems is higher.

[jparker]

Next time I buy another rolex, I would definitely bring along my 10x loupe. I am not kidding.

I had a sub with a speck of dust too. Brought it to Rsc and they made it worse. The dust was gone but came back with water stains in the glass. Send back again to remove the stains. Stains gone but came back with hairline scratch marks on the inside glass. Give up.

Verdict: just leave it best.

[skydweller_sg]

Dust is unacceptable for a quality brand like rolex, as the greatest enemies of a watch movement, apart from moisture, is dust
I would get it fixed but as some mentioned, once the case is opened, watch is no longer "factory condition"
Movement would be handled, dismantled, reassembled
Seals might be broken and replaced
Scratches might be introduced
Etc etc

If you could live with the dust, try not to get it fixed
If u r particular, get it fixed but know what you would risk

[Noriki]

Dust only, for me i will leave it. No risk

[DQ123]

If it was me, i would try to ignore the dust specks. Afterall they are just...dust specks. Of course, if it was some tarnishing of the hands, or some black spots on lume etc etc, i would have given RSC an earful.

The reason that steers me towards NOT having RSC perform any checks or maintenance (unless it's for for regular servicing intervals or if the watch really starts becoming problematic), is because i am absolutely paranoid about the loss of the vacuum within the case once it is opened up, esp in a brand new piece. Unless RSC re-vacuums the case before sealing it up again, this will surely attract more dust specks entering the case. Then again, who can prove that they actually re-vacuum the case?

After all the flak i hear about QC at RSC, i would have to think very hard before i decide to send the watch in. Is it really justified? Or will i risk more problems after it is "serviced"? For dust specks, i wouldn't. Watch may come back with scratches on the bracelet etc etc. If the problem is more to do with accuracy issues or obvious blemishes, then my threshold for tolerating these post-servicing problems is higher.

Well said bro, I am trying to take a macro shot on my Sub and post here.

[DQ123]

Dust is unacceptable for a quality brand like rolex, as the greatest enemies of a watch movement, apart from moisture, is dust
I would get it fixed but as some mentioned, once the case is opened, watch is no longer "factory condition"
Movement would be handled, dismantled, reassembled
Seals might be broken and replaced
Scratches might be introduced
Etc etc

If you could live with the dust, try not to get it fixed
If u r particular, get it fixed but know what you would risk

Whao.... I think I just leave it alone for now.

[DQ123]

I had a sub with a speck of dust too. Brought it to Rsc and they made it worse. The dust was gone but came back with water stains in the glass. Send back again to remove the stains. Stains gone but came back with hairline scratch marks on the inside glass. Give up.

Verdict: just leave it best.

You are not kidding me???? OMG... this is what I really do not want to hear... So in the end did they manage to compensate you?

[BomoTan]

option 1 : post online n sell it, buy back a brand new Hulk ! ( 1 month old i don't think u going to loose tat much )

option 2 : take photo n send to RSC to blow away the dust. tell them to take good care your brand new watch, if i found any hairline scratch.. I going to kick your ass.

option 3 : suck thumb n move on ! Life go on.. Don't Blame Yourself, this show u really take good care your watches well.

maybe i'm childish. but this is wat i can think of.

[DQ123]

option 1 : post online n sell it, buy back a brand new Hulk ! ( 1 month old i don't think u going to loose tat much )

option 2 : take photo n send to RSC to blow away the dust. tell them to take good care your brand new watch, if i found any hairline scratch.. I going to kick your ass.

option 3 : suck thumb n move on ! Life go on.. Don't Blame Yourself, this show u really take good care your watches well.

maybe i'm childish. but this is wat i can think of.

I will suck thumb.. and move on

[skydweller_sg]

Option 1 will mean transfering the problem to another victim
Option 3 will mean to suffer in silence
Option 2 would be to hold manufacturer responsible for its fault
I opt for 2

[jparker]

You are not kidding me???? OMG... this is what I really do not want to hear... So in the end did they manage to compensate you?

No kidding man. U can't see the 'scratches' under normal circumstances but under sunlight u can sure see it. I will eventually just change the whole crystal. I sure learned something new.

[breitling77]

Since you feel so uneasy with the dust, just send to RSC. But let me remind you, please show them the "evidence". Sometimes, such little things are really beyond seeing by naked eyes or even loupe. I remember my case of sending my IWC, but they were unable to see it. And unfortunately, I wasn't able to take a picture to show them as it's hard to focus. Lastly, be hopeful that no further damages if you send it the watch. Sometimes, it's better to leave it as it is as the opening and closing of watch case may give you more troubles. My IWC Portuguese Automatic shared similar problems, and I had a hard time dealing with the guys from Richmont. Until I myself gave up. That's my 2 cents worth of comments.

[DQ123]

I endure!

[the_e_ones]

If under normal lighting you can't see it, i will just leave it. You can get it removed on the next servicing (if it is still there...).

[DQ123]

Now every morning I eat breakfast, I try to look for it.