Paracrom Blu in 14060M

[TheHobbit]

There is a way to get a parachrom blu in my watch, just purposely damage the current spring in my sub, send it for repair and Rolex will replace it with a parachrom blu.
I have no idea how much it costs but the parachrom blu can fit in any existing rolex movements with no problems.

What? Say it ain't so.... Can't be true. You mean eventually all Rolex watches may have the parachrom blu hairspring in them, even the old ones if and when the hairspring gives way or break?     

[hanz079]

There is a way to get a parachrom blu in my watch, just purposely damage the current spring in my sub, send it for repair and Rolex will replace it with a parachrom blu.
I have no idea how much it costs but the parachrom blu can fit in any existing rolex movements with no problems.

What? Say it ain't so.... Can't be true. You mean eventually all Rolex watches may have the parachrom blu hairspring in them, even the old ones if and when the hairspring gives way or break?     

That was what i was led to believe... Other forums have reported serviced watches coming back with parachrom blu.
Bear in mind that the hairspring is the last thing being changed during regular service, there must be something wrong with the spring if they replace it.   

[pexus]

Well, I guess replacing a Nivarox spring (is this what the previous ones were called?) with parachrom in a 14060M or even 14060 is not as bad as replacing tritium parts with luminous parts....
Still can't get over the fact that a t-dial sent to RSC could lead to getting back a watch with luminova parts....

[Godzillaz]

I second your thoughts. I would prefer the parts to be kept as it is. Technology or what not watches aren't being use the same way as the old days. Shock resistant is same as water resistant a features that we may never get to fully utilize unless you operate a jackhammer or saturation dive.

It may add a certain degree of feeling privilege or sophistication but hardly any real daily benefit at all.

Don't get me wrong. I love the new technology. I fantasize once having a paraflex in my milgauss but the thought died quick. It won't change the watch. Better? maybe but that's a big maybe.

Would you change the super sexy butterfly rotor


to this more a technological advance ones like this?

Just because the new ones winds better and less tear on the the gears.

The price pay by collectors seem to indicate the old less technology is preferred 

You know my choice, how about yours?   

Regards
Tyler

Well, I guess replacing a Nivarox spring (is this what the previous ones were called?) with parachrom in a 14060M or even 14060 is not as bad as replacing tritium parts with luminous parts....
Still can't get over the fact that a t-dial sent to RSC could lead to getting back a watch with luminova parts....

[TheHobbit]

There is a way to get a parachrom blu in my watch, just purposely damage the current spring in my sub, send it for repair and Rolex will replace it with a parachrom blu.
I have no idea how much it costs but the parachrom blu can fit in any existing rolex movements with no problems.

What? Say it ain't so.... Can't be true. You mean eventually all Rolex watches may have the parachrom blu hairspring in them, even the old ones if and when the hairspring gives way or break?     

That was what i was led to believe... Other forums have reported serviced watches coming back with parachrom blu.
Bear in mind that the hairspring is the last thing being changed during regular service, there must be something wrong with the spring if they replace it.   

Hanz079,

Just being cheeky. 

[TheHobbit]

Well, I guess replacing a Nivarox spring (is this what the previous ones were called?) with parachrom in a 14060M or even 14060 is not as bad as replacing tritium parts with luminous parts....
Still can't get over the fact that a t-dial sent to RSC could lead to getting back a watch with luminova parts....

Don't really blame Rolex or other manufacturers for doing so actually. You send your watch in and their function is to bring the watch back to zero state. That means the watch doing what it was design to do, including being able to read the dial and hands in the dark (night or underwater). Also there is the concern of tritium being dangerous. So, it is natural that they change the dial with a service dial so that it achieves zero state.

That is the main reason Rolex will ask you to write down if you don't want some things changed and that is also the reason why they sometimes cannot issue you with a full service warranty. At least Rolex opts to listen to their customers. I know of some manufacturer that will change the dial and hands regardless of what you tell them.

What I am getting at is buy the watch for the right reason. If you like the old dial or patina, go ahead and buy them with the knowledge that the watch will never work as what it was intended for and that support will not always be there. Don't buy the watch because the crowd says so or to elevate your status in a crowd or forum or gtg. Don't complain years down the road how come there is no more dial or hands or parts for the watch, how is it I can no longer get my watch serviced, etc etc etc. Don't become like the case of the lady who tried to sue Rolex for medical damages because she developed a rash after wearing a Rolex with the case back sticker still on because someone told her it will fetch better price if the sticker is still on the case back. Keeping the watch as original as possible is a personal choice. It should not be dictated by others.

Same with buying watches. Buy for the right reasons. Don't just follow the crowd. Don't be lead to believe that watches makes good investment. It is not. Case in point is the recent release by the other hot watch brand. Many thought (read wrongly, interpreted wrongly, willingly or wanting to believe) that it will be a once off, bought the watch with the hopes that it can be sold for more. Sadly it was not to be. Now you see a number of the watches being sold. RM 30k is a lot of money to hold. So sell fast fast before more people sell at a lower price. Cut the losses. Buy the watch for the right reason. RM30k is a lot of money for a watch with a plexiglas that you 'can't wear daily.

Lastly apologies for the ranting.

[SeaDwellerR]

Well, I guess replacing a Nivarox spring (is this what the previous ones were called?) with parachrom in a 14060M or even 14060 is not as bad as replacing tritium parts with luminous parts....
Still can't get over the fact that a t-dial sent to RSC could lead to getting back a watch with luminova parts....

Same with buying watches. Buy for the right reasons. Don't just follow the crowd. Don't be lead to believe that watches makes good investment. It is not. Case in point is the recent release by the other hot watch brand. Many thought (read wrongly, interpreted wrongly, willingly or wanting to believe) that it will be a once off, bought the watch with the hopes that it can be sold for more. Sadly it was not to be. Now you see a number of the watches being sold. RM 30k is a lot of money to hold. So sell fast fast before more people sell at a lower price. Cut the losses. Buy the watch for the right reason. RM30k is a lot of money for a watch with a plexiglas that you 'can't wear daily.

Lastly apologies for the ranting.

Obviously 372 ...   

Never buy to speculate!!! Buy what you love for the right reasons!   

[pexus]

Well, I guess replacing a Nivarox spring (is this what the previous ones were called?) with parachrom in a 14060M or even 14060 is not as bad as replacing tritium parts with luminous parts....
Still can't get over the fact that a t-dial sent to RSC could lead to getting back a watch with luminova parts....

..... Don't become like the case of the lady who tried to sue Rolex for medical damages because she developed a rash after wearing a Rolex with the case back sticker still on because someone told her it will fetch better price if the sticker is still on the case back......

Lastly apologies for the ranting.

  very sensible rant actually....one can understand Rolex's stand on this (service is to make sure the watch function and function well for many more years to come)

What is more interesting (and baffling sometimes, to me) is the behavior of the Rolex community ..which never cease to amaze me with their passion for minor details...I just got to know that several owners have shown that the Kermit (Sub LV) actually comes with different `versions'...because someone has the time and ability to spot minor differences in the dial, font, distance between alphabets....

as to the story of the lady.... never knew that....

[SeaDwellerR]

Haha... I cant stop laughing after reading the story of the "sticker lady". So hilarious. 

[Gigi]

Well, I guess replacing a Nivarox spring (is this what the previous ones were called?) with parachrom in a 14060M or even 14060 is not as bad as replacing tritium parts with luminous parts....
Still can't get over the fact that a t-dial sent to RSC could lead to getting back a watch with luminova parts....

Don't really blame Rolex or other manufacturers for doing so actually. You send your watch in and their function is to bring the watch back to zero state. That means the watch doing what it was design to do, including being able to read the dial and hands in the dark (night or underwater). Also there is the concern of tritium being dangerous. So, it is natural that they change the dial with a service dial so that it achieves zero state.

That is the main reason Rolex will ask you to write down if you don't want some things changed and that is also the reason why they sometimes cannot issue you with a full service warranty. At least Rolex opts to listen to their customers. I know of some manufacturer that will change the dial and hands regardless of what you tell them.

What I am getting at is buy the watch for the right reason. If you like the old dial or patina, go ahead and buy them with the knowledge that the watch will never work as what it was intended for and that support will not always be there. Don't buy the watch because the crowd says so or to elevate your status in a crowd or forum or gtg. Don't complain years down the road how come there is no more dial or hands or parts for the watch, how is it I can no longer get my watch serviced, etc etc etc. Don't become like the case of the lady who tried to sue Rolex for medical damages because she developed a rash after wearing a Rolex with the case back sticker still on because someone told her it will fetch better price if the sticker is still on the case back. Keeping the watch as original as possible is a personal choice. It should not be dictated by others.

Same with buying watches. Buy for the right reasons. Don't just follow the crowd. Don't be lead to believe that watches makes good investment. It is not. Case in point is the recent release by the other hot watch brand. Many thought (read wrongly, interpreted wrongly, willingly or wanting to believe) that it will be a once off, bought the watch with the hopes that it can be sold for more. Sadly it was not to be. Now you see a number of the watches being sold. RM 30k is a lot of money to hold. So sell fast fast before more people sell at a lower price. Cut the losses. Buy the watch for the right reason. RM30k is a lot of money for a watch with a plexiglas that you 'can't wear daily.

Lastly apologies for the ranting.

Well said bro. I guess for ppl who wanted to buy/do whatever stuff to their rolex. Follow whatever their heart sing.