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Rolex GMT 116710LN - Case After Polish

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Quick question about the 116710LN case.

Are the edges of the lugs soft to the touch?

I was lucky enough to pick up a pre-owned GMT and I'm happy with the watch. The case was lightly polished. The edges are soft and I was wondering how normal this is. This is actually the first one I've handled and I'm used to pre-ceramic so I'm new to this style. My pre-c sub is very sharp.

Looking at photos of other 116710's the cases looks identical to mine with soft edges.

Also quick question about having Rolex polishing during service.
Are they miracle workers or butchers? Does it depend on who does the polishing?

Side Note: I can post photos but I was looking for some general opinions rather then just judging from the photos.
 
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It is very rare that I see a Rolex that was polished correctly. Most people polishing don't have the training or specialized equipment to do the job correctly. A watch that has been properly polished looks like it has never had anything done to it. It will look like the day it left the factory. There is much more to polishing than just having a buffer. Someone that does not know what they are doing will do more harm than good.
 
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It is very rare that I see a Rolex that was polished correctly. Most people polishing don't have the training or specialized equipment to do the job correctly. A watch that has been properly polished looks like it has never had anything done to it. It will look like the day it left the factory. There is much more to polishing than just having a buffer. Someone that does not know what they are doing will do more harm than good.

I feel like the view on polishing has changed over the last 10 years or so. This in turn has impacted what people feel is an "ideal" polish.
 
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It is very rare that I see a Rolex that was polished correctly. Most people polishing don't have the training or specialized equipment to do the job correctly. A watch that has been properly polished looks like it has never had anything done to it. It will look like the day it left the factory. There is much more to polishing than just having a buffer. Someone that does not know what they are doing will do more harm than good.
I agree. I have seen some great work done by people on the forum but more often then not it's an issue.

For my post, I meant the top of the lugs. Here are a few photos of the spots I'm referring to.

The bottom of the lugs are pretty sharp.




 
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The lugs should definitely be sharper than that. This is definitely not the best polish I've seen - and it's certainly not a "light" one by the looks of it.🙁👎
 
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The lugs should definitely be sharper than that. This is definitely not the best polish I've seen - and it's certainly not a "light" one by the looks of it.🙁👎
Do you think I should have it do by a Rolex service or am I going in the wrong direction?
 
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Do you think I should have it do by a Rolex service or am I going in the wrong direction?
I wouldn't worry too much about it. While taking it to an AD will help make the edges sharper as it will be done by a professional, remember that every time it is polished, you "remove" material from the case. Ultimately, the case will lose its shape when continuously being polished time and time over.😀
 
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I wouldn't worry too much about it. While taking it to an AD will help make the edges sharper as it will be done by a professional, remember that every time it is polished, you "remove" material from the case. Ultimately, the case will lose its shape when continuously being polished time and time over.😀

Should I be contacted the seller to send back. It's on me for buying last minute but if you think heavy handed then I want to get out of it.
 
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Should I be contacted the seller to send back. It's on me for buying last minute but if you think heavy handed then I want to get out of it.
Personally, I wouldn't worry too much. It's not a huge polish, just that the person who has polished has also polished the edges. If you don't really notice it/care about it too much, it's not a huge deal. It's more noticeable to the watch-nerds, but finding older watches that haven't been polished is becoming increasingly difficult just because it is so most "regular" people don't care/notice it.😀 It's just something you may want to think twice about before considering polishing it in the future. This is just my take on it. Hope it helps!
 
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Personally, I wouldn't worry too much. It's not a huge polish, just that the person who has polished has also polished the edges. If you don't really notice it/care about it too much, it's not a huge deal. It's more noticeable to the watch-nerds, but finding older watches that haven't been polished is becoming increasingly difficult just because it is so most "regular" people don't care/notice it.😀 It's just something you may want to think twice about before considering polishing it in the future. This is just my take on it. Hope it helps!

Helps a lot. I have an unpolished 16610 so I know the importance.
Thanks!
 
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Thank you everyone for your help.
I've sent it back to the seller.

The watch is far past repair. It's my first time handling this case. It a beautiful watch.

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The answer to bad polishing is never more polishing.
And that's the nail in the coffin for me.
 
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