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DonRickles · 25 May 2020, 10:09 AM

So this just happened.....No drops, no abuse, I picked it up from it's microfiber towel and the pusher fell off.

How bad is this repair, the watch only 3 months old......somewhat bummed.

sickened1 · 25 May 2020, 10:18 AM

The same thing happened to my Black Bay. I took it to RSC in Beverly Hills and they fixed it for free. Came back with a cool Tudor black pouch and cleaning cloth.

alpharulez · 25 May 2020, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by DonRickles

So this just happened.....No drops, no abuse, I picked it up from it's microfiber towel and the pusher fell off.

How bad is this repair, the watch only 3 months old......somewhat bummed.

Oh wow

Never seen this issue before!

Hoping it’s a quick one at the RSC. Unsure if there is anything they need to do for WR though.

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daveo5 · 25 May 2020, 10:26 AM

So much for a highly overpriced and hyped watch.

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EEpro · 25 May 2020, 02:36 PM

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So much for a highly overpriced and hyped watch.

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Nice try. It's a gold / SS interface issue that is rather common on the PM Daytona and not present in the SS-only watch you're attempting to criticize.

-Ally- · 25 May 2020, 05:21 PM

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So much for a highly overpriced and hyped watch.

Doesn’t this just substantiate that belief?

ArtNouveau · 25 May 2020, 10:52 AM

This isn’t the first time I’ve seen this posted on a gold Daytona, never on a SS version. Kind of sucks to have it happen but will be an easy fix.

David5807 · 27 May 2020, 02:23 AM

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This isn’t the first time I’ve seen this posted on a gold Daytona, never on a SS version. Kind of sucks to have it happen but will be an easy fix.

Yeah I've seen a couple of treads where people posted about this happening to their Oysterflex models.

walkman2727 · 25 May 2020, 11:34 AM

I still remember your purchase post! I believe its under warranty, so call RSC!

Tools · 25 May 2020, 11:39 AM

the precious metal is press-fit onto the stainless core.

It's an easy fix for the RSC.

DonRickles · 25 May 2020, 12:07 PM

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the precious metal is press-fit onto the stainless core.

It's an easy fix for the RSC.

That's great news thanks Larry! Does that mean the case doesn't have to be opened? I found the spring too.

I'm one that feels, once it's apart, it never goes back together EXACTLY as the factory fit.

Tools · 25 May 2020, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by DonRickles

That's great news thanks Larry! Does that mean the case doesn't have to be opened? I found the spring too.

I'm one that feels, once it's apart, it never goes back together EXACTLY as the factory fit.

The pusher actually unscrews from the case and can be replaced completely, which is what I would expect the Service Center would do.

DonRickles · 25 May 2020, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

The pusher actually unscrews from the case and can be replaced completely, which is what I would expect the Service Center would do.

It is possible that the pusher cap was pushed off by screwing the lock down too tight. The locks should never be tight

After a quick search, I see this isn't the first time seen, like a poster said above...Particular the WG model.

I really don't think it was too tight but if you think that might be a possibility I'll keep it in mind in the future.

Anyone know if the RCS in NY has reopened yet?

Not much can be done at the moment.....

Thanks again Larry

18078pres · 25 May 2020, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

the precious metal is press-fit onto the stainless core.

It's an easy fix for the RSC.

"Press fit'' anything doesn't give me confidence that it will stay in place.Cheap engineering. Like glued in place !

Andad · 25 May 2020, 06:10 PM

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"Press fit'' anything doesn't give me confidence that it will stay in place.Cheap engineering. Like glued in place !

The links on most Rolex watches are a ‘press fit’.

Have a go at pulling one apart.

I have confidence in them.

18078pres · 25 May 2020, 08:05 PM

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The links on most Rolex watches are a ‘press fit’.

Have a go at pulling one apart.

I have confidence in them.

I see your point bracelet is on thing. But when its comes to anything on a watches case press fit makes me nervous.

Bigblu10 · 26 May 2020, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Andad

The links on most Rolex watches are a ‘press fit’.

Have a go at pulling one apart.

I have confidence in them.

Bracelet pins are splined on the ends which makes the press fit very secure.
Seems the PM Daytona pushers are fragile. The OP hasn't even knocked his watch against anything. Perhaps a redesign by Rolex is warranted. I certainly would be pi$$ed if this happened to a new watch I recently purchased and had not hit it on anything

SearChart · 25 May 2020, 10:49 PM

It happens... Sometimes the pusher head itself breaks, sometimes the screw comes loose, sometimes the screw breaks. It just happens. It doesn't happen too much though, with any product there is a chance that something fails. RSC will sort it out just fine, don't worry.

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"Press fit'' anything doesn't give me confidence that it will stay in place.Cheap engineering. Like glued in place !

Please don't post if you don't have anything valuable to add.

Press fit with knurled ends, they will never come apart by themselves.

I've seen more 'cheap engineering' from the so called holy trinity than on Rolex, they're about as sturdy as you can go for a luxury mechanical timepiece.

DonRickles · 25 May 2020, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

It happens... Sometimes the pusher head itself breaks, sometimes the screw comes loose, sometimes the screw breaks. It just happens. It doesn't happen too much though, with any product there is a chance that something fails. RSC will sort it out just fine, don't worry.

Yeah, I'm not going to let it get me down too badly!

Please don't post if you don't have anything valuable to add.

I agree

Press fit with knurled ends, they will never come apart by themselves.

Honestly, No damage, no bangs, no dings, nothing it doesn't even have a single scratch on it yet....???

I've seen more 'cheap engineering' from the so called holy trinity than on Rolex, they're about as sturdy as you can go for a luxury mechanical timepiece.

Hi Bas, Thanks for taking the time to help me!

77T · 26 May 2020, 12:10 PM

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It happens... Sometimes the pusher head itself breaks, sometimes the screw comes loose, sometimes the screw breaks. It just happens.

Bas
Wouldn’t monobloc pushers be a better idea? I’m sure it’s more expensive, but functionally it would seem to eliminate most of the Daytona pusher problems I see on the forum.

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18078pres · 26 May 2020, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

It happens... Sometimes the pusher head itself breaks, sometimes the screw comes loose, sometimes the screw breaks. It just happens. It doesn't happen too much though, with any product there is a chance that something fails. RSC will sort it out just fine, don't worry.

Please don't post if you don't have anything valuable to add.

Press fit with knurled ends, they will never come apart by themselves.

I've seen more 'cheap engineering' from the so called holy trinity than on Rolex, they're about as sturdy as you can go for a luxury mechanical timepiece.

Just my opinion!! I Can't post my opinion?

wm82 · 28 May 2020, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

the precious metal is press-fit onto the stainless core.

It's an easy fix for the RSC.

No, the whole pusher is white gold and the screw is red gold. The screw is broken off so perhaps it was tightened too hard at manufacture and was already weakened. You need to take out the movement, replace the screw and the pusher head (gold parts, again) and then reassemble. Should be a warranty repair after 3 months unless obvious damage to the pusher.

Jack T · 25 May 2020, 11:48 AM

Wow, that undermines my confidence, we expect our Rolex to be a tank in all respects. I don’t want some cheap accessories, I want reliability. Hope you get this fixed without much inconvenience.

Boothroyd · 25 May 2020, 12:18 PM

What a drag. I would really be frustrated. Hope you get it sorted quickly.

GGGMT · 25 May 2020, 12:25 PM

Doesn’t engender a lot of confidence in the brand.

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Token74 · 25 May 2020, 07:06 PM

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Doesn’t engender a lot of confidence in the brand.

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All watch brands have issues. I’ve had the crown of an AP just pull out completely, a known and common issue with some AP models.

I been on this forum for a few years and this is the first time I’ve seen someone post this Daytona issue. I may have missed some posts of course, but if it was a common issue I’d have seen it I’m sure.

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Oystersteel92 · 4 January 2024, 10:11 AM

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Doesn’t engender a lot of confidence in the brand.

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I mean, there are a LOT of Rolexes out there, and you don't know what kind of life they've lived. They have their rep for a reason.

I bought a 1601 DJ from a reputable grey dealer back in 2017 and about 3 months of owning it the crown and stem pulled out of the case. I had been planning to have it serviced anyway so off to RSC Dallas and it's been just fine every since.

GGGMT · 4 January 2024, 10:56 AM

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I mean, there are a LOT of Rolexes out there, and you don't know what kind of life they've lived. They have their rep for a reason.

I bought a 1601 DJ from a reputable grey dealer back in 2017 and about 3 months of owning it the crown and stem pulled out of the case. I had been planning to have it serviced anyway so off to RSC Dallas and it's been just fine every since.

All true! But curious: what about my post inspired you to respond to it nearly 4 years later? It’s a personal record!

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Oystersteel92 · 4 January 2024, 01:43 PM

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All true! But curious: what about my post inspired you to respond to it nearly 4 years later? It’s a personal record!

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Blame Halifax Daytona for bumping an old thread, and the fact that I've been up since 4:30 am.

GGGMT · 4 January 2024, 01:49 PM

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Blame Halifax Daytona for bumping an old thread, and the fact that I've been up since 4:30 am.

Good reason!

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25 May 2020, 11:39 AM	#10
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,497	the precious metal is press-fit onto the stainless core. It's an easy fix for the RSC. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

25 May 2020, 11:48 AM	#23
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25 May 2020, 10:18 AM	#2
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,054	The same thing happened to my Black Bay. I took it to RSC in Beverly Hills and they fixed it for free. Came back with a cool Tudor black pouch and cleaning cloth.

25 May 2020, 10:26 AM	#4
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