Polishing is an art in and of itself. Different wheels and compounds. I have a 2004 36mm just date that I paid $4,800 for and I had it serviced once in 2008 for $500. It has always been incredibly accurate. So, 16 years later of daily wear and it’s still running great, but I know I’m due the $1K service at some point. I can buy a pretty nice new watch for $1K. Rolex’s are tanks and run forever. Other than oiling the jewels I’m not sure there is much to do that would prevent it from running another 16 years. Great timepiece
@grein545
13 күн бұрын
Should have shown the clasp. That spot seems to take the most scratches and dings
@Byronbracey99
15 күн бұрын
Looks good I’m not sure if I want Rolex to polish my submariner when I get it serviced
@michaelriera6277
Ай бұрын
Does the Ranger bracelet have the same long swing arm at the clasp as found in the BB58? I find it doesn’t articulate well and jets out not fitting well around the wrist.
@nickscapellato8248
Ай бұрын
Great video! I’m waiting for the Ranger bracelet for my blue 58 too, I owned it on the rivet bracelet but I’m looking to modernize it a bit without the stepped rivets and lack of adjustment. I don’t mind the lack of polishing either, a number of those old school jangly folded oyster link bracelets that came on the older Tudor Subs were not polished on the sides either so it’s like a throwback to those. Being all factory makes it that much better.
@LHoward321
2 ай бұрын
how can i get this bracelet?
@EspressoWatches
2 ай бұрын
Omega Boutique in person or on Omega's website
@mtbbiker6401
2 ай бұрын
How about the scissor hinge assembly? Is it any shorter? It seems one of the design flaws with the BB58 is that Tudor kept a long scissor hinge which inhibits the attached links from articulating properly for smaller wrists. It seems Tudor has included a new style clasp with the BB58 GMT but I don't have any details on that one.
@michaelriera6277
Ай бұрын
Yes, I have the same issue. I don’t even mind the rivets, but the swing are in the clasp system is much too long and protrudes away from the wrist without articulation. I wonder if it is improved on the Ranger bracelet.
@mtbbiker6401
2 ай бұрын
the ranger bracelet links look similar to original Black Bay (ETA) 79220 from 2012 (no rivets!)
@DESCENDINGDR
2 ай бұрын
The bracelet is recessed as it meets the case. So not exactly a good fit, if we are being honest...
@dennisdesouza4950
2 ай бұрын
Great video - do you go to your AD to drop off or is there a specific service center?
@bindoctrinated3147
2 ай бұрын
Good stuff, love seeing unique bracelet combos a bit outside the box!
@rdvgrd6
3 ай бұрын
The colors of the stainless steel don’t quite match.
@michaelriera6277
Ай бұрын
You are right, it is slightly different.
@exkal215
3 ай бұрын
It looks fantastic. I hope you’re enjoying it.
@jeffkobayashi3776
3 ай бұрын
I got a guy in cali that can order them easily works for an ad
@justmeeagainn
4 ай бұрын
For $1000.00, it better look great.
@tricky92x
4 ай бұрын
Great video! Do you happen to have the part # for this bracelet?
@georgescott6124
4 ай бұрын
Is this watch 36 mm
@EspressoWatches
4 ай бұрын
Yessir
@grindingrails2757
4 ай бұрын
How much did the cost for RSC cost ? I want to send mys but haven’t yet .
@De_Goeij
4 ай бұрын
2:58 Watch again.
@tonylee-c2x
4 ай бұрын
that thing is worth nothing
@zoatengtv5644
Ай бұрын
About 5k value
@crisfehr
4 ай бұрын
Great vid - I have this watch and am still deciding to go with the BB54 next or the Ranger, and obviously swapping out the bracelet on my BB Blue. I don't think the lack of polish on the Ranger bracelet's a big deal, and having the newer T-fit adjustment is awesome. Thx for the video!
@dlealchicago
4 ай бұрын
Where did you ho to physically drop off for service? Was that an AD office?
@EspressoWatches
4 ай бұрын
No, there are two ways to get it dropped off. One of them is at your local Rolex AD, the other is at an official Rolex service center (there are very few of these around the world). The one I went to was the latter.
@RabbitWatchShop
4 ай бұрын
Turned out great. Beautiful, timeless Rolex reference. I suspect Rolex uses a machine that polishes whilst removing no metal; I seen a high-end polishing machine in Vegas doing just that. While I love dents, dings, and scratches on my tool watches, I like to keep my dress watches in pristine shape. I daily my tool watches (divers) while reserving my DJ for special events. Reserve your DJ for special occasions only, and it won't get back into bad condition.
@EspressoWatches
4 ай бұрын
Well said
@sathomasga
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for posting. I'm in a very similar situation: found a 1999 Air-King for a great price. Watch was very well worn and crown threading was poor, so off to Rolex Dallas it went. Should be back next week, and I'm hoping the results are just as good.
@abendiaye3330
4 ай бұрын
The dings and dents show that the previous owner actually wore and enjoyed the watch. As every owner should. Wear your watch and enjoy it people. Don't worry about the dings and dents. It creates a story and bonding experience!
@EspressoWatches
4 ай бұрын
To each their own. I think I would agree if this was my daily tool watch, but for my dress piece, I ideally want something a bit more refined and cleaned up.
@enjoythesilence6883
4 ай бұрын
In my opinion the most iconic Rolex. Beautiful
@trisinogy
4 ай бұрын
Amazing find and gorgeous servicing! I think the video would be more complete with a look at the clasp. Congrats on your neo-vintage Rolex!
@Shadowmoon71
4 ай бұрын
Dude, why would you make a statement like. You're that type of person we don't need in this hobby. Just a "snob"!
@tbprofile1295
4 ай бұрын
Looks like a brand new watch!
@dainluke
4 ай бұрын
Wow
@erth4896
4 ай бұрын
Looks like a winner🤩
@ZachGrabill
4 ай бұрын
So much better. Tudor are you listening?
@thenovicelens9034
4 ай бұрын
Wonderful job! Amazing score and service results! Enjoy
@فيصل-و3ي
4 ай бұрын
Love your videos, it’s kinda rare for a video to be at such high quality and clarity
@hijoskakos6330
4 ай бұрын
Too plain, only the T fit is an upgrade for me
@michaelriera6277
Ай бұрын
Same here. I think the rivets and polishing set it apart from the more common oyster style.
@RabbitWatchShop
25 күн бұрын
@@michaelriera6277 unfortunately, us three are the minority. I like the faux rivets on my BB54. Seems most don’t
@mexxxxximum
4 ай бұрын
I've done the exact same thing with the exact same model. Would go back to the old bracelet. Best choice I've made.
@mauricedefranca3103
4 ай бұрын
Any chance that T-fit clasp fits on the original BB58 bracelet?
@EspressoWatches
4 ай бұрын
No unfortunately
@soutronamir
4 ай бұрын
I've done the same thing. Got a great deal on a bb58 on fabric strap and then ordered the Ranger bracelet from the Tudor boutique. They even fitted it. It looks great and the t fit is so useful.
@ABGG55
4 ай бұрын
How much for strap you paid?
@soutronamir
4 ай бұрын
@ABGG55 do you mean how much was the watch on fabric? It was 1500. The ranger bracelet was around 700 gbp.
@ABGG55
4 ай бұрын
@@soutronamir thanks for your info😄
@robocopvn
4 ай бұрын
Can we buy a ranger bracelet separately ?
@sensible202
4 ай бұрын
Did you not watch the video?
@ericmoss8344
4 ай бұрын
That looks SO much better!! I've never been a fan of the faux-rivet bracelets and the newer T-fit clasp it very nice!
@Laguna2013
4 ай бұрын
I liked it better at a quick first glance it wore off quickly
@kabal911
4 ай бұрын
Looks so much better. At least the new monochrome comes with the 5 link option
@zachg9065
4 ай бұрын
I wonder if this will fit on the new BB58 GMT
@exvan3571
2 ай бұрын
The GMT has TFIt, IIRC
@zachg9065
2 ай бұрын
@@exvan3571I don’t care for the rivets
@exvan3571
2 ай бұрын
@@zachg9065 ah.
@michaelriera6277
Ай бұрын
Shave them off
@whereRbearsTeeth
4 ай бұрын
Just another Tudor shitter
@JFrusci
4 ай бұрын
Looks like a Newman Daytona
@EspressoWatches
4 ай бұрын
100%
@sdfswords
4 ай бұрын
Super expensive Omega and, oh yeah, water leaks in. Too many inexpensive alternatives.
@Laguna2013
4 ай бұрын
it is not water tight??
4 ай бұрын
That case design has been around since the 60s at least and it wasn't Omegas design.
@Nextman916
4 ай бұрын
How so?
4 ай бұрын
@@Nextman916 Huguenin Freres a Swiss case maker were making them for many Swiss watch companies.
@Q8Vamp
4 ай бұрын
First omega speedmaster was released in 1957 , it was the first watch ever with a tachymeter on a bezel outside the dial
@calmy3480
4 ай бұрын
You sound familiar. Do you have other KZitem channel(s)?
@comeonman7423
4 ай бұрын
fantastic content, the bracelet looks perfect on the 58. 800 USD?
@carlkim2577
4 ай бұрын
Waiting for the t fit clasp to come to the BB. But it would still have the rivets, so I'd still hate it.
@RabbitWatchShop
5 ай бұрын
I'd be tempted to polish the sides of the bracelet and clasp myself, or have a specialist with a proven scrupulous record in wristwatch finishing do it. Although it feels like something is missing due to always seeing the faux rivets on the black bays, this looks clean.
@e-archive
4 ай бұрын
just buy a aftermarket bracelet polishing out decreases a lot of value
@RabbitWatchShop
4 ай бұрын
@@e-archive It’s ultimately up to the individual. Personally, your statement concerning a decrease in value - something I am well aware of - wouldn’t be an issue for me. After all, Tudor products do not retain value. The market corroborates this. Besides, I do not like aftermarket parts on my more expensive pieces. Lastly, it’s the bracelet - the sides of the bracelet - is being refinished, not the case. A once over polish for the sides of the bracelet wouldn’t decrease the value “a lot.” The potentially, although not certain, small detraction in value for the bracelet would be worth the finishing on the case and bracelet being taken from inconsistent to consistently linear.
@GabrielJaquier
4 ай бұрын
Please share if you do end up doing it. I want the ranger bracelet but I am concerned about the different finish on the sides
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