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I wouldent send until it doesnt keep time well or has some other problem.

Reputable indy for a rolex is fine, especially if you are trying to preserve vintage condition and want sympathy in parts changing. They arnt all that much cheaper from my limited experience. $5-700 ive been told by a few shops.

I have bought watches on and off for about 25 years. I am a hoarder so never got rid of any of them. I currently have maybe 8 lower cost watches say under 2k. I will no longer buy at this price point since it doesnt make a lot of sense to service. Most of these cheaper watches are still working fine or at least good enough. One of them loses a min a day which isnt great but not worth servicing.

I say buy watches below about 600$ or above say 3k. Lots of nice watches in between but not for me due to service practicalities. Exceptions for watches you love of course. Its not a rational hobby.