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Old 21 May 2019, 04:41 AM   #1
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Exp II (3185) squeaky rotor

Hello guys,

I have a Z serial Exp II 16570 with the 3185 movement. I bought it second hand in Nov ‘16 from a reputable online retailer and it had been recently serviced.

It has been running perfect since then however I noticed over the last couple of days while wearing, and can feel the rotor turning with a slight vibration. Gently shaking the watch, I can hear a slight squeaking coming from what I presume is the rotor.

I’m not rough with my watches but don’t baby them either. It hasn’t been subjected to any large shock that I can remember and is still keeping good time.

If I take it to a local watchmaker, does this sound like something that could be an easy fix without an entire service? Seems too early to be servicing having had the watch for less than 3 years (although of course it is around 13 years old now).

Thank you for your thoughts/comments.
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Old 21 May 2019, 05:04 AM   #2
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Could be premature rotor axle wear, if the movement doesn't have any grinding dust in it then it is possible to have the automatic module cleaned/lubricated and the rotor axle replaced, without having to service the whole movement.
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Old 21 May 2019, 05:13 AM   #3
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Time for a service / overhaul.
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Old 22 May 2019, 03:48 PM   #4
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Could be premature rotor axle wear, if the movement doesn't have any grinding dust in it then it is possible to have the automatic module cleaned/lubricated and the rotor axle replaced, without having to service the whole movement.
Thank you. I’m out of town with work for a few days so won’t be able to get it looked at til next week at the earliest. I’m hoping a full service won’t be required as it’s only been 3 years since the last one!
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