Ben - The Watch Buyers Group

Extending the Lifespan of Your Rolex Watch Is As Easy As O.E.M.

Ben / October 9, 2014

OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) refers to replacement parts that are manufactured by the manufacturer of the original part or component. When we say that we only use factory OEM parts, we mean that only parts manufactured and distributed by Rolex are used in the repair of your Rolex. Rolex has spent millions of dollars on research and development to refine, and better, every aspect of their movements. The type of materials used, as well as the manufacturing process itself, is constantly improving. Using non-original parts inside the movement is guaranteed to cause further damage to your watch in a very…

Before and After

This Rolex Saved A Colonel’s Life in Battle. This is the result.

Ben / September 25, 2014

Some watches tell a story of the owner. This couldn’t be more true of the watch we received for repair from Col. Smith. The internal repairs and cosmetic damage proved too much of a financial burden for him, so we started discussing the option of a trade, which presented some difficulties. The watch, you see, held considerable sentimental value for the Colonel. It, after all, had saved his life. Col. Smith’s two-tone Rolex Submariner had been on his wrist through multiple tours of duty in both Iraq and Afghanistan. With this Sub on his wrist, he received an Air Force…

Buy Sell Trade

The 18k Rose Gold Zenith El Primero Stratos Chronograph

Ben / September 15, 2014

Zenith is a little known watch brand here in the United States, but is very well respected Internationally, and they should be. The Rolex Daytona featured a modified Zenith El Primero movement from 1988 through 2000. The El Primero was first manufactured by Zenith in 1969 and remains the movement with the highest VPH (Vibrations Per Hour) in mass production today at 36,000VPH…

Watchepedia

We’ll Never be Royals, But We Can Shop Like One

Ben / September 8, 2014

Cartier, just the name elicits thoughts of elegance and quality. Founded by Louis-Francois Cartier in 1847 in Paris. Cartier was a family business until the mid 1960’s when a finance group bought the company who’s headquarters are still in Paris. Cartier has been known as the brand of royalty in several different countries around Europe where Royal Warrants have been issued for crowns and tiaras for coronations and weddings. Cartier has been making some of the finest watches money can buy since the early part of the twentieth century, a fancy way…

Watchepedia

Sometimes Money Can Buy You Class, A Look at Patek

Ben / September 5, 2014

Just because something is expensive doesn’t always mean it is classy. This is where new money verses old money can be the most glaring. Sure this sounds crazy and lost in a far-gone universe or alternate reality where Jay Gatsby roams, but the reality is sometimes expensive is gaudy. When talking about a Patek this is never the case. Yes fear not that no matter how much you spend on a Patek you are in no danger of looking like a rapper who is trying to flaunt the money his last rap song made and…

Watchepedia

It’s Time to Flaunt Your Swag, Buying a Rolex, Part II

Ben / September 3, 2014

Like the last article, Its Time to Flaunt Your Swag, Buying a Rolex Part 1, you have decided to by a Rolex. We talked about the advantages and disadvantages to buy new or vintage, we talked about the best time to buy your watch, and we talked about some changes to a few different models from there last generation to the watches you will find in your favorite jewelry store. Now it is time to choose a model, you may already think you know which one you want but we will talk a little about some of…

Watchepedia

It’s Time to Flaunt Your Swag, Buying a Rolex, Part I

Ben / August 29, 2014

So you’re starting to think seriously about buying your first Rolex. You may or may not be new to this rodeo, the high-end watch rodeo that is. This is a very exciting time that will have you staring at your wrist all day and checking to see just how accurate your new timepiece is. But know that are mistakes that are going to be made. In an interview mega watch collector and world famous rock star John Mayer said when asked that his first twelve watches were a mistake. For the majority of us that won’t be a problem, I…

Before and After

Rolex Customization: Or How Not All Rolexes are Equal

Ben / August 29, 2014

One of the many reasons Rolex owners choose The Watch Buyers Group for the proper repair of their Rolex watch is that, while we only use factory Rolex parts in servicing a watch, we don’t have the same strict rules about working on watches with non-Rolex parts. A Rolex with custom additions is considered a fake watch, in the eyes of Rolex. They won’t service a watch with any custom parts. This presents a major issue for thousands of Rolex owners who have to customized, or personalized, their watch. We feel that taking such a hardline on Rolex repair isn’t…

Watchepedia

Because it’s a Rolex

Ben / August 27, 2014

What makes a Rolex, a Rolex? That is a question you should ask your self before you drop a fairly significant amount of cash on a watch. Heck there are millions of clones out there for sale, so why by the Rolex? Well that is actually an easier question to ask than you would think, and the uniformed consumer would answer, “Because it’s a Rolex.” My friends they are spot on correct with their answer. It is the materials, the craftsmanship, and the brand protection that makes Rolex, a Rolex. But even though they are right with their simple answer…

Watchepedia

Sea, Air, and Land, Three Living Legends

Ben / July 30, 2014

You can’t really love watches and not want to own certain timeless classics such as the Rolex Submariner. These timeless classics have been from the moon to the bottom of the sea and back still ticking. They have been in movies as a representation of cool and you too can share in their mystique. Be the guy that takes a cue from James Bond and wears his Sub on a Nato strap while dressed to the nines, be the guy who wears a probably the most iconic tool watch, the Omega Speedmaster, on a cool leather…

Author name: Ben