Rolex Oyster Imperial

 

Here is how it looks when I got it.

 

 

 Some dings and marks all over it.

 

 

Nice crown but well used.

 

So I start to open it up.

 

The movement is in great condition.

 

Here we go a little closer.

 

 

The dial is in good condition too.

 

 

 

 

 

The case have lived a hard life.

 

 

So I have to do some work with it.

 

 

So here is some equippment.

So I start to grind the case.

The backside need some work, itīs not my name engraved.

 

So I have to pull out some serious tools here. LOL

 

Donīt call me a sissy. LOL

 

The first step is over.

 

Now I pull out this little nice sandpaper sponge.

 

And the final work.

So now to my "homemade" polishing machine.

I will give the case some polishing.

 

So it will shine..

 

Now I have done some polishing but I will not get rid of all marks. If I try that, the case will not looks nice.

 

 

Now I have to mask the bezel when I will brush the lugs with the sponge.

 

 

Now it start looks real good in my opinion.

 

So a new crystal, a strap and a clasp will do it.

 

 

 

Then the final work, just enjoy.

 

  

 

I hope you find this tour interesting.

Jocke