Winding Problem

[Daveh3196]

I have a 214570 which is about 5 years old. Purchased new. I went to wind it this morning after about 2 weeks of not wearing it. The crown seems much harder to turn than typical with a lot of resistance. Not smooth at all. I’m guessing I’ll need to send to RSC, but wondering if anyone has any ideas as to what may be the issue?

Thank you

[watchmaker]

There’s no helpful answer that anybody can give without inspecting the watch.

But for your curiosity, the most likely causes will be: a knock/drop, worn parts, drying/migrating lubricant.

[Daveh3196]

Originally Posted by watchmaker

There’s no helpful answer that anybody can give without inspecting the watch.

But for your curiosity, the most likely causes will be: a knock/drop, worn parts, drying/migrating lubricant.

Thanks Scott. I know it’s a tough one to answer via the net.

[EEpro]

Hard to turn in position 1 when winding?

[Daveh3196]

Originally Posted by EEpro

Hard to turn in position 1 when winding?

Correct. Went from buttery smooth to a definite feel of resistance when turning the crown.

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by Daveh3196

Correct. Went from buttery smooth to a definite feel of resistance when turning the crown.

And this happens immediately upon winding a watch with no power?

What you're describing is how it feels when it's topped off.

Does the time setting and date setting feel weird too?

I'd manipulate the crown in and out a bit and see if you can find better engagement. It sure sounds like it's going to have to go to Rolex service center.

[Daveh3196]

Originally Posted by EEpro

And this happens immediately upon winding a watch with no power?

What you're describing is how it feels when it's topped off.

Does the time setting and date setting feel weird too?

I'd manipulate the crown in and out a bit and see if you can find better engagement. It sure sounds like it's going to have to go to Rolex service center.

It occurs when winding with no power. Watch sat unworn for about 2 weeks and this occurred as I began winding. Moving the hands to set hour/minutes feels normal.

[007Sub]

Crown wheel and or winding pinion has broken tooth/teeth and will need replacement.