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Old 6 January 2019, 07:39 PM   #1
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Icon20 New sub 116610LN - stopped

Hi All

Happy New year to everyone. This is my first post and the reason I'm here is to look for some advice on a warranty concern.
I bought a Submariner in Italy in September (brand new) I noticed a few days ago it was running slow and now it has stopped completely.

Has anyone had similar concerns with this watch or am I just unlucky?
I'm heading to my local authorised dealer tomorrow , what do you think my options will be ?

Robert
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Old 6 January 2019, 07:43 PM   #2
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Hi All

Happy New year to everyone. This is my first post and the reason I'm here is to look for some advice on a warranty concern.
I bought a Submariner in Italy in September (brand new) I noticed a few days ago it was running slow and now it has stopped completely.

Has anyone had similar concerns with this watch or am I just unlucky?
I'm heading to my local authorised dealer tomorrow , what do you think my options will be ?

Robert
Have you given your watch a manual wind if not give it 40 full crown turns clockwise only.If watch will not run then then you have a problem,the watch winds itself by wearing with reasonable wrist movement to wind the mainspring.
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Old 6 January 2019, 07:45 PM   #3
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I had a dssd Jc that I bought dec 2017 and it died a month after and power reserve went down to like 2-3 hours. I sent it back to RSC and they returned after a few weeks with details regarding some greasing issue


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Old 6 January 2019, 07:48 PM   #4
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Hi and welcome. Sorry to hear that your new Sub is not working, though Rolex has a stellar reputation on craftsmanship it happens, of course I am assuming like Padi mentioned you winded the watch and have been wearing it. I think since you bought it brand new and is under warranty the local ad will send it to a Rolex Service Center and resolve the problem, I would think if they cant resolve it which they should, will probably replace movement or provide you a new one. Though you might be without a watch for a few weeks unfortunately. Hope this helps.
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Old 6 January 2019, 09:58 PM   #5
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As per the Submariner Manual

WEARING THE WATCH
FOR THE FIRST TIME

Before being worn for the first time, or if it has
stopped, a Rolex watch must be wound manually
in order to function correctly and precisely.
To wind the watch manually, unscrew the winding
crown completely, then turn it several times
clockwise. (Turning in the other direction has
no effect.) A minimum of 25 turns is required for
adequate partial winding. The watch will then
be wound automatically as long as it is worn on
the wrist. Carefully screw the crown back down
against the case to ensure waterproofness.
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Old 6 January 2019, 11:55 PM   #6
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Hi All

Happy New year to everyone. This is my first post and the reason I'm here is to look for some advice on a warranty concern.
I bought a Submariner in Italy in September (brand new) I noticed a few days ago it was running slow and now it has stopped completely.

Has anyone had similar concerns with this watch or am I just unlucky?
I'm heading to my local authorised dealer tomorrow , what do you think my options will be ?

Robert
Please don’t be another guy that simply needs to wind his watch.....
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Old 7 January 2019, 02:05 AM   #7
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You might need a new battery. Contact Rolex to find out which specific battery you need.
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Old 7 January 2019, 02:19 AM   #8
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Old 7 January 2019, 02:29 AM   #9
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You might need a new battery. Contact Rolex to find out which specific battery you need.
I thought they were solar powered?
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Old 7 January 2019, 02:37 AM   #10
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It is simple really. You send it to a Rolex service center. Their experts will manipulate the crown in such a way that charges the watch.
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Old 7 January 2019, 03:02 AM   #11
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Has the touch screen dial stopped too?
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Old 7 January 2019, 04:22 AM   #12
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Have you tried a wireless charger?
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Old 7 January 2019, 04:36 AM   #13
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If there is a problem it will be sorted as it has a 5 year warranty
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Old 7 January 2019, 04:38 AM   #14
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A bit tough the bloke was only asking a question.
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Old 7 January 2019, 04:42 AM   #15
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I’m a little baffled with some of these answers. The guy had a question, don’t be dicks
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Old 7 January 2019, 05:03 AM   #16
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agree.
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Old 7 January 2019, 05:09 AM   #17
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I’m a little baffled with some of these answers. The guy had a question, don’t be dicks

Agree.

As to the OP, do try to wind the watch. If it still fails, then take it to a AD in your area, they should be able to help you.

I had 116710 LN that displayed the same issues as your Sub. It was simply a lubrication issue inside. Couple of minutes with a competent watchmaker and the problem was resolved.

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Old 7 January 2019, 05:13 AM   #18
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OP stated he bought a new watch in Italy. Was it from an AD or 3rd party?
If a new piece bought from a non AD, it could be a Lolex.
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Old 7 January 2019, 05:50 AM   #19
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I’ve heard that Rolex and Customs have installed a chip causing watches to slow down and eventually stop if you do not pay taxes. Oh, and I have also heard that Rolex is about to install a similar chip which could sense if watch sold by grey......
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Old 7 January 2019, 06:01 AM   #20
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As mentioned by Peter, wind the watch and wear it for few days before wasting your time running to AD. Please keep us informed of the outcome, hopefully it was only low power reserve.
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Old 7 January 2019, 09:03 AM   #21
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I’ve heard that Rolex and Customs have installed a chip causing watches to slow down and eventually stop if you do not pay taxes. Oh, and I have also heard that Rolex is about to install a similar chip which could sense if watch sold by grey......
UK is part of Europe (for now) so there is no tax to be paid in the UK. Tax is collected at source, ie Italy.
Plus when you think about it, he's probably propping up the Italian economy with that purchase! (if you're not aware, they are pretty close to financial ruin)
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