When Hans Wilsdorf envisioned creating a watch to be worn in the wrist, what he had in mind is something that will stand the test of time so to speak. This is lovely image indeed, one that became a reality when Wilsdorf established Rolex back in 1905. The watchmaking company made history almost since its inception by releasing watches that are only known for the highest quality seeing that each is created with complete attention to details and design. Awards were given to the brand to recognize its superiority when it comes to watch mechanisms. Having said these, you may be thinking that servicing is the least your Rolex watch needs.
You can never be more wrong.
Granted that Rolex watches are made with the full intention of lasting you a lifetime, this does not mean you should forego servicing altogether. In fact, it is advisable to have your watch checked every five years or so, just to be sure that it is running in perfect condition. This only applies to majority of Rolex models, of course. If what you have is a diver’s watch, say a Rolex Sea-Dweller or perhaps a Rolex Submariner, do not wait for the fifth year to have it checked. Drop by a certified Rolex Service Center as soon as it hits its eighteenth month. It is better to be safe than sorry. Cliché as it may sound; it never hurts to have its waterproof condition tested at an interval of eighteen months at most.
Now, if what you have is a pre-owned Rolex, servicing may be needed more often than what is usually recommended. If you have it checked before you purchased it, then good for you. The service center must have told you in detail what the current condition of the watch is and what kind of servicing does it warrants.
In case you are curious as to how Rolex Service Centers handles pre-owned (and even new) Rolex watches, well, you do not have to hold your breath any longer. Below is a preview of what goes on in the center.
The very first step will be the visual inspection. Let’s face it. There are countless of fake Rolex watches out there and Rolex Service Centers only conduct servicing to authenticated watches. If you are positive that what you bought is counterfeited, you may want to think twice before having it checked in a certified service center. Chances are they will not treat the watch and you kindly. Truth be told, service centers take possession of counterfeited Rolex watches.
After the visual inspection comes the diagnosis. Employing only skilled watch technicians, the Rolex Service Center will categorize all the defects and/or errors apparent in the watch. The testing will take about 24 to 48 hours so better be ready to part form you watch for a couple of days.
Once diagnosed and nothing is wrong with the watch, the center will proceed with the cleaning and the polishing and all the works. This is another thing that is great with Rolex. They provide full customer service. They do not only assist customers whose watches are broken or are in dire need of repair. They also perform maintenance. Your watch will be taken apart, one intricate part after another; each of them will be thoroughly cleaned and polished.
The service center personnel will also check the parts. If you have the watch tested elsewhere and they found out that they replaced some parts with something which is not parallel to what Rolex uses, the service center will change said parts with the real Rolex ones.
Afterwards, the center will run another test for quality control which includes a series of check-ups as well as a final inspection by the head technician. If it is beyond warranty, you will be charged for the servicing. On the other hand, Rolex Service Centers offer a one-year warranty after every servicing. Plus, the warranty is accepted by all Rolex Service Centers worldwide. So when your watch needs servicing, you know where to go.
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The author also known as Budjoy has been writing online articles for over 2 years. Her passion for reading books made its way to her writing. She just loves reading and writing and now takes pride doing her writing online. Sell My Rolex
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