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12 March 2020, 12:04 AM | #1 |
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it is from 1999 its keeping around 5-6 secs daily gaining time should i send it in for a check up
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12 March 2020, 01:08 AM | #2 |
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If it has not been cleaned and oiled in the past 20 years, it would be a good idea to have this done, as well as fresh waterproof seals.
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12 March 2020, 01:33 AM | #3 |
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I’d definitely have it pressure tested at a bare minimum, if you plan to go in the water with it
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12 March 2020, 02:22 AM | #4 |
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As others said, it has been 20 years. IMHO time for a service.
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12 March 2020, 03:24 AM | #5 |
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i was reading old posts i mean i. did buy it pre owned and it was checked out so i dont think its a big deal i mean so far the last 24hours it has only gained 5secs so it is in cosc specs i did call my ad and spoke to the watchmaker he told me he can adjust the time in the movement but i live 2 hours away so ill just deal with it for the time
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12 March 2020, 03:26 AM | #6 |
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ill have to see
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12 March 2020, 03:35 AM | #7 |
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my ad wants me to bring it in but i just dont have time and im not trusting usps with my watch ill just wear it till everything blows over come like late summer ill send it in for a service
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20 March 2020, 12:35 PM | #8 |
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Just received my Submariner back from Rik Dietel, Rolex CW-21 in Florida. Excellent work.
Vintage slower beat watches "might" be more forgiving, like my 1680-but the faster 3130/3135 movements in the newer 14060/16610 Submariners will still need regular service and lubrication. A mechanical Rolex is like a Porsche-prolonging the service interval might be more expensive. Tool watch dive models enjoy new seals & gaskets. Even a Mercedes may need an occasional oil change and lube.............. |
20 March 2020, 05:57 PM | #9 |
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Rik is a great guy and is highly recommended here on TRF. He lives near me too & had serviced a few watches in the past for me as well. He still has my 16710 (was hoping it was done by now) before him being back logged & all the craziness lately but it is what it is.
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21 March 2020, 01:46 PM | #10 |
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Great information to know.
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30 March 2020, 05:16 PM | #11 |
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Time for servicing, do get it done soon as the gears are already dried up and the small little teeth may break due to dryness..
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