[Flinch]

Who in the area can service a Rolex?

[folkh]

Google authorized Rolex dealers. But I think you might have to send it to Rolex.

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by Flinch

Who in the area can service a Rolex?

I think the closest authorized dealer is in Daytona. Be careful of using others as you may find them using parts that are not genuine (speaking from experience).

[chiefrose]

You will need to take the watch to an authorized Rolex reseller. They will then send it back to Rolex. Be prepared; a normal service isn't cheap and any kind of repair would be even more. Back in 2012 I paid over $900 to have mine serviced.

[2catsmeow]

I would call Gause & Sons in Ocala - they are an official Rolex retailer
Gause & Son Jewelers
Downtown Ocala
14 SE Broadway Street
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 732-8844

[shcisamax]

Absolutely it will be sent to Rolex.

[buggyone]

I just have my brother-in-law pick up another one at 15th & K Street in Washington,DC for $15 and I am good to go for another two years!

[Fourpar]

Gause & Son Jewelers
Downtown Ocala
14 SE Broadway Street
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 732-8844
As mentioned above they are Rolex Dealer...They also have Rolex repair person on staff. All work is done on site. Have had our watches serviced there to our complete satisfaction.

[Flinch]

I wasnt necessarily looking for the authorized dealer because of the $900. Looking for good service from a good watch repair all brand. Thanks

[Cincinnatus]

Had mine serviced at the American Watchmakers Institute. Close to my northern address....(not good option here) Technician explained to me Rolex certified techs must use Rolex parts and procedures or risk loosing certification. In fact watch should be returned to owner in same condition as new... Mine looked me functioned as new!
Its my observation that mechanical watch needs service at least at 4 year intervals ....what is your experience?
The jeweler in Ocala sounds good, if I needed service here I would check with their technician first.
Good luck with the service. Let us know how it works out.

[NoMoSno]

Originally Posted by Cincinnatus

Its my observation that mechanical watch needs service at least at 4 year intervals ....what is your experience?

I don't know, but my 30yr old Timex just keeps on ticking.
The back has never been opened up.

[Cedwards38]

I just looked at new Rolex watches on Amazon and found them priced from $6000 to $12000. I really don't mean to be critical, but I sincerely do not understand. There are plenty of beautiful watches for under $200 that keep good time. Obviously people are buying Rolex, but why? Please don't be offended or defensive. I'm sincerely trying to understand the rationale. Maybe there is a really good reason that escapes me. Rolex owners, help me here.

[zcaveman]

Originally Posted by chiefrose

You will need to take the watch to an authorized Rolex reseller. They will then send it back to Rolex. Be prepared; a normal service isn't cheap and any kind of repair would be even more. Back in 2012 I paid over $900 to have mine serviced.

Originally Posted by Cedwards38

I just looked at new Rolex watches on Amazon and found them priced from $6000 to $12000. I really don't mean to be critical, but I sincerely do not understand. There are plenty of beautiful watches for under $200 that keep good time. Obviously people are buying Rolex, but why? Please don't be offended or defensive. I'm sincerely trying to understand the rationale. Maybe there is a really good reason that escapes me. Rolex owners, help me here.

If you spend that much for a Rolex I do not think that $900 is a bad price to pay for repair.

With 507 peeks, I guess a lot of us want to know what the repair price for a Rolex is.

My $30 watch from Sgt Grit/USMC is still ticking - with an occasional battery replacement.

Z

[Flinch]

My wife got it thru the spoils of war, divorce from her ex-husband.

[Patty55]

Try the jewelry store by Belk's.