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Old 07-06-2012, 06:04 AM
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Re-cased Vintage Rolex Pocket Watch to Wrist Watch

I love vintage watches and often find myself browsing ebay and seeing whats for sale. I was browsing around and I saw this Rolex which I loved. I read the info and it said its a recased vintage pocket watch. Is this common? Anyone own one? Seriously considering this. Case sounds pretty big though.







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Old 07-08-2012, 06:31 PM
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Doesn't someone on here own a Hamilton that was repurposed in that same way? Way cool idea, makes for a super unique watch I think. Go for it!
 
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Old 07-08-2012, 08:10 PM
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I really like that. Is this a normal thing that I could have done to another watch. I have a older Rolex pocketwatch that a family member left me.
 
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Old 07-08-2012, 08:53 PM
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That is a cool watch! I wonder what it will go for..
 
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Old 07-08-2012, 09:00 PM
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That's a really cool piece. Would definitely make for a unique watch to wear. Would probably be a good conversation piece as well. I would love it except 47mm without crown is too big for my little wrists. If you can pull off the size I say go for it!
 
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Old 07-09-2012, 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by mafishman1
That's a really cool piece. Would definitely make for a unique watch to wear. Would probably be a good conversation piece as well. I would love it except 47mm without crown is too big for my little wrists. If you can pull off the size I say go for it!
I cant

When I read it I though it was 47 with the crown but 47 without is just too big. Would just look goofy but I love the watch. Can someone on here buy it so I can live vicariously though you? lol
 
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I don't know much about this stuff but, doesn't it seem a little cheap to be a genuine vintage rolex time piece?
 
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That's a superb piece. I think it would make a great addition to anyones collection
 
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I don't know much about this stuff but, doesn't it seem a little cheap to be a genuine vintage rolex time piece?
Its because isn't 100% Rolex. The face, hands, movement, strap, and clasp are but the case is aftermarket. That is also just the current bid. I assume it will go for more.
 
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Old 07-09-2012, 01:23 PM
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Im not surprised its not going for too much...but I think I would like to see that thing go for around 1400-1600. WAY cool idea...
 


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