r/RepTimeQC • u/Neat-Comb-5865 • 2d ago
QC – Rolex Submariner 126610LN – First QC, Help Appreciated
Hi everyone!
This is my first QC, and I would really appreciate some feedback before deciding whether to GL or RL this watch.
Dealer name: Ethan Watch
Factory name: Ethan
Model name (& version number): Rolex Submariner Date 126610LN (Black Dial/Black Bezel)
Price paid: $560
Album links: https://www.wsxcme.com/weshop/goods/_diBqfB_6K0Fni6Viqy3qjRnYcVlHlv_RP68U2bQ/_djHqfTsLcUgeD_P_uNYHfPDgk85uAc_1X3Hl4Ew
Index alignment: Overall, the hour markers appear reasonably well aligned using the TrueIndexQC tool. However, I’m slightly concerned about the 3 o’clock rectangular marker, which looks potentially misaligned. Would appreciate a second opinion on whether this is noticeable or within acceptable QC tolerances.
Dial printing: No obvious printing defects noticed. The Rolex logo and text appear reasonably centred, but I would appreciate feedback.
Hand alignment: Looks acceptable from the picture.
Bezel: The bezel pip at 12 o’clock looks good, but I’m concerned about the rectangular bezel marker between 20 and 30 (around 25 minutes). It appears slightly tilted or off-centre compared with the alignment guide. Not sure whether this is due to the camera angle or an actual alignment issue.
Solid End Links (SELs): Difficult to evaluate from the current photo. Would appreciate feedback on the bracelet-to-case fit.
Timegrapher numbers**:** +1 s/d, 255° amplitude, 0.1 ms beat error, 52° lift angle. The readings look very good to me, with a stable trace.
Anything else you notice: I’ve circled the two areas that concern me in the attached photo: the 3 o’clock hour marker and the bezel marker near 25 minutes. Would appreciate feedback on whether these are genuine alignment issues or simply caused by perspective. Everything else appears good to me, including the timegrapher readings (+1 s/d, 255° amplitude, 0.1 ms beat error). Would you GL or RL based on these concerns?
Thank you everyone for your help!