Please advice…

[Tallbark]

I have a GMT CHRO from 2018. Mint condition. The Watch is running around 7 sec slow. My dealer has offered to replace it for something else, or fix it under waranty. (The Rolex waranty isn’t valid anymore). I love the GMT.

Should I

1. Let him fix the watch. The risk is that they don’t find/fix the real problem, but instead do a Quick fix (problem back in a year or so)

2. Change it for a newer watch, for example a 2024 black/gray GMT or the jubilee 2 tone/similar

3. Take a SUB or something instead (mor relaible movement)…

What would you do?

[Hemdog]

Just get it serviced

[ratty]

Originally Posted by Hemdog

Just get it serviced

This does appear to be the (very) obvious answer if you like your watch!

[996marty]

If you like it then why would you think about anything else other than a service

[brandrea]

Maybe all it needs is a simple regulation

[harvey]

…why can’t you just send it to Rolex?

[Harry-57]

I would send it to a RSC.

[Oxfordian]

Originally Posted by Tallbark

I have a GMT CHRO from 2018. Mint condition. The Watch is running around 7 sec slow. My dealer has offered to replace it for something else, or fix it under waranty. (The Rolex waranty isn’t valid anymore). I love the GMT.

Should I

1. Let him fix the watch. The risk is that they don’t find/fix the real problem, but instead do a Quick fix (problem back in a year or so)

2. Change it for a newer watch, for example a 2024 black/gray GMT or the jubilee 2 tone/similar

3. Take a SUB or something instead (mor relaible movement)…

What would you do?

Contact your local RSC and get the professionals to give the watch a service, you will get back a watch ready to be your wrist buddy for the next decade or so, it will come back looking all nice and sparkly in a very useful pouch and you will have a 2 year warranty.

You don't need to sell your watch it just needs a bit of tlc from Rolex.

[Oldwoods]

I agree with everyone else saying get it serviced by Rolex.

[CaptT]

Given you "love the GMT" I agree with the suggestion to get it serviced by Rolex themselves, especially if the slow timekeeping is potentially related to fundamental issues with the 32xx movements. They're probably best equipped for this kind of thing.

And the 126711CHNR is a beautiful GMT. Good luck!

[Phlippe]

You say you love it so get it regulated. That’s a very special watch that haunts me as I passed on one at the peak of the craziness. I wanted a Pepsi but was offered a CHRO GMT so I said no. The dealer said, no one says no to a GMT but you’ve turned down two hard to get watches. I explain I’m a former trader and you have to be able to walk away if it not the right item, price or timing. I’ve done all three to a Rolex AD. A different AD finally did offer me a Pepsi but the CHRO root beer still hunts me as the one I let slip away. Your watch is six years old have it serviced by an authorized Rolex trained watchmaker. The grey ghosts GMT is a beautiful watch in its own way but not a replacement for the CHRO. I’d like to have both those other GMT watches too but would never consider trading a watch I love so much for one. Because the GMT function is so helpful I’m looking to ad more to my collection. I like the Submariner also, I wore one every day for 30 years as my only watch until I got a nice note back from Rolex service saying, “Due to the age of your watch if you abuse it again like you have we won’t be able to fix it due to it’s age and scarcity of parts for your model. You do know we still make watches and you should consider buying a new one with readily available parts.” It took me all of two months to smash the new YM I bought as my new daily. Rolex fixed it and again sent a nice note back, “We’re sorry you broke your new watch, this repair is on us but if it happens again it’s on you.” I’d have a certified Rolex watch maker take a shot at regulating it, if it still doesn’t perform to your expectations have Rolex do a service but skip the polishing as it buffs your memories away. Good Luck!

[1William]

Service it, wear it and enjoy.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Tallbark

I have a GMT CHRO from 2018. Mint condition. The Watch is running around 7 sec slow. My dealer has offered to replace it for something else, or fix it under waranty. (The Rolex waranty isn’t valid anymore). I love the GMT.

Should I

1. Let him fix the watch. The risk is that they don’t find/fix the real problem, but instead do a Quick fix (problem back in a year or so)

2. Change it for a newer watch, for example a 2024 black/gray GMT or the jubilee 2 tone/similar

3. Take a SUB or something instead (mor relaible movement)…

What would you do?

Well even 7 seconds slow out of 86400 seconds in a day is hardly life threatening just either get it regulated of have a full RSC service.

[stevestil]

Just get it serviced by Rolex………


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[enjoythemusic]

RSC for service imho.

[KatGirl]

You answered your own question when you said you love it. I agree with everyone else. Take the free service.

Kat


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[georgekart]

Send it in for a service at Rolex Service Center/reputable independent and call it a day.

[Mr Ben]

As others said the answer seems obvious based on the question.

I’m guessing there’s more to it - did you recently acquire the watch from a used dealer therefore they are offering to do the work themselves which is what is concerning you?

[Colina19]

7 seconds is not a big deal to me

[ltmgeller]

If you love the watch, have it serviced. If not, maybe a trade is in order.

[Gearjockey]

If you’re concerned about the 32xx virus, it needs to go on a timegrapher, you don’t have a complete diagnosis so don’t jump to conclusions quite yet.

At that age, it may just need service.

Keep us apprised

[BNA/LION]

Originally Posted by Tallbark

I have a GMT CHRO from 2018. Mint condition. The Watch is running around 7 sec slow. My dealer has offered to replace it for something else, or fix it under waranty. (The Rolex waranty isn’t valid anymore). I love the GMT.

Should I

1. Let him fix the watch. The risk is that they don’t find/fix the real problem, but instead do a Quick fix (problem back in a year or so)

2. Change it for a newer watch, for example a 2024 black/gray GMT or the jubilee 2 tone/similar

3. Take a SUB or something instead (mor relaible movement)…

What would you do?

If you really like the watch and want to keep it... Send it to a Certified Watchmaker for a complete rebuild. I'd had several rebuilt for around $600 and with only Official Rolex Parts. The owner, Tom, at http://dstimeservice.com/ is the absolute best! Give him a call and discuss your situation.

[Andad]

Swap it for a five digit?

[Easy E]

I would send it to the RSC for a service.

[Kenny G]

Since it’s out of warranty I’d leave it. Who cares if it’s only 7 secs…

If/when you eventually get it serviced send it to RSC..but not for this minor of an issue.

[0nly5iv3Digits]

Originally Posted by Andad

Swap it for a five digit?

Best advice!

[madsitalia]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well even 7 seconds slow out of 86400 seconds in a day is hardly life threatening just either get it regulated of have a full RSC service.

Always counting seconds for comparison. Love it
OP off to service

[dkg1616]

I don’t even understand the question or the options…get it serviced….

[David16610LV]

As has been said, get it serviced and then continue enjoying it for many years to come.

[Kevin of Larchmont]

Why would you forfeit a watch that you love for something else over a few seconds? Just have it serviced by Rolex.