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Old 14 July 2024, 07:43 AM   #5091
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Originally Posted by maratka View Post
The problem is that to maintain accuracy and compensate for magnetic influences, the only solution when reducing the frequency of the watch movement is to use silicon. This is precisely what has enabled watches under a thousand euros to receive the COSC certification. Will the "larger" 32xx series movements use silicon? I think not, otherwise, any shock resistance would be out of the question. Blancpain - silicon. Omega... well, again silicon, but there they have the coaxial escapement, so it's somewhat different.
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The 33xx movements will almost certainly have a Silicone Hair spring.
Rolex will be the first Swiss manufacturer to implement a hot swap for an newer/upgraded movement series. But the customer will pay handsomely for that service option/privelige.
Out with the old dud and in with the latest and greatest.
Another Rolex watchmaking innovation.
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