CO-AXIAL Service Advantage ?

[yoniman]

I stumbled upon George Daniels the inventor of co-axial.
He said that "It is intended to sustain the public affection for the mechanical watch during the 21st century."

I own a Rolex and has yet to own an Omega.
It is not my intention to have a Rolex vs Omega thread but rather focus on the wonders of George Daniels' invention. The co-axial which uses a three palette fork instead of the traditional two.

My question is
"Has co-axial lived up to it's promise as a more robust escapement requiring lesser maintenance/service?"

Thank you fro your replies

[SearChart]

No. it's more often something else in a movement that causes it to need service at around 10 years: Reversing wheels, rotor axle/ball bearings, dried lubricants, worn barrel wall, worn gear pivots, etc.

The idea was primarily to have a lubricant-free escapement, which failed miserably.
I'd say it is nothing else than a cool novelty for those who are interested in watchmaking.

[Spartacus]

I own a Planet Ocean, 2500 movement purchased in 2009, had a hiccup in 2012. In the time I have owned it, I have been absolutely impressed with time keeping in spite of my wearing habits (gym, daily, hot summer activities to skiing in frigid temps.). I've nailed the poor thing into door jabs, etc.

As I approach ten years, I am nothing short of impressed!

[WJGESQ]

Originally Posted by Spartacus

I own a Planet Ocean, 2500 movement purchased in 2009, had a hiccup in 2012. In the time I have owned it, I have been absolutely impressed with time keeping in spite of my wearing habits (gym, daily, hot summer activities to skiing in frigid temps.). I've nailed the poor thing into door jabs, etc.

As I approach ten years, I am nothing short of impressed!

Indeed. Have an Orange PO and it's amazing. My Hulk has nothing on it.