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Annan · 19 June 2012, 09:47 PM

Yep.....know the feeling and am glad the damage was not worse.

dddrees · 19 June 2012, 10:30 PM

Sorry to hear Grady, but it looks like you got pretty lucky, it could have been a lot worse.

GradyPhilpott · 19 June 2012, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Sorry to hear Grady, but it looks like you got pretty lucky, it could have been a lot worse.

Yes, it could have been a lot worse and we've all seen the evidence of that right here on TRF.

I'm counting my blessings.

I've never been a proponent of keeping a watch pristine at all costs, although the irony is that I was trying to keep the watch safer by putting it into my pocket.

So far, so good with the timekeeping, so I'll keep my fingers crossed.

The external damage, I can live with. It serves as a reminder that more often than not the safest place for your watch in on your wrist.

WhatTheDeuce · 19 June 2012, 10:45 PM

You're lucky it didn't fall "jelly side down".

Arki · 19 June 2012, 11:13 PM

Seems your rolex doesn't want to be
kept in a pocket , do hope all is well with your DJ.

oneillba · 20 June 2012, 12:06 AM

Once again. The safest place for a Rolex is on ones wrist.

GradyPhilpott · 20 June 2012, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by oneillba

Once again. The safest place for a Rolex is on ones wrist.

I've learned a very valuable lesson and that it is to not deviate from one's own philosophy.

rad87gn · 20 June 2012, 01:18 AM

They are much safer on the wrist! LOL! Glad it didn't get damaged worse!

GradyPhilpott · 20 June 2012, 11:57 AM

The DJ is still gaining about 2 seconds per day and there are no indicators that anything is wrong internally, such as clanging or shifting parts.

I'd have to say that the DJ is one rugged piece of gear, regardless of its pretty face and irresistible charm.

Gagebuilder · 20 June 2012, 12:14 PM

Just curious, why did yoo try to put your watch in your pocket??

Did it start raining?

So sorry, couldn't help myself.

GradyPhilpott · 20 June 2012, 12:33 PM

I'm too embarrassed to go into the ugly details of my ignorance and stupidity.

Let's just say that unless you intend to put your arm into a blast furnace or into the garbage disposal, your Rolex is probably better off where it was designed to be worn.

Bangel · 20 June 2012, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I'm too embarrassed to go into the ugly details of my ignorance and stupidity.

Let's just say that unless you intend to put your arm into a blast furnace or into the garbage disposal, your Rolex is probably better off where it was designed to be worn.

Don't worry Grady. We've all been there at some stage.

Any actions born of ignorance and stupidity always seem more ignorant and more stupid with hindsight..... especially when you don't completely get away with it!

GradyPhilpott · 20 June 2012, 02:56 PM

Thank you, Bangel.

You're a gentleman and a scholar and your good looks (judging from your avatar) are only exceeded by your magnanimity.

Goose · 20 June 2012, 03:02 PM

Good to hear all is well, Grady. My heart sunk when I started reading your post. That's not good to do to a 55yr old with Stage III heart failure and and implanted defibrillator 8^O YIKES!

So glad to hear it took that licking and is still ticking (sorry...couldn't resist).

Wishing you continued good fortune.

Respect to you Devil Dog...
Goose.

George Ab · 20 June 2012, 03:27 PM

I would have it looked over by a competent watchmaker. A significant shock could through the balance wheel off. Rolex uses an axle for the pivot of the auto wind rotor. Most other manufactures use a five point bearing. The bearing system is more rugged, but Rolex is more efficient as it allows more moment arm as the axle diameter is half that of the bearing system. The axle can get bent fairly easily as you have a large mass (the rotor) hanging from it. If the axle is bent, when the rotor rotates it hits the inside of the case and small bits of metal get sprinkled in your watch. The axle is a $10 part and its replacement is fairly straight forward. Not saying any of these things happened, but if you know a competent watchmaker you may consider having it looked at.

GradyPhilpott · 20 June 2012, 03:39 PM

Thank you, George.

I shall do so tomorrow.

GradyPhilpott · 20 June 2012, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Goose

Respect to you Devil Dog...
Goose.

Thanks, Goose.

SF

How · 20 June 2012, 07:24 PM

G Shocks for you from now on! :D

How · 20 June 2012, 07:27 PM

Glad your Rollie survived with minor bruises. As Tweety Bird would say... Dat was way too cwose!

If it were me, I probably would have burned my shirt to ashes straight afterwards haha :P

GradyPhilpott · 21 June 2012, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by How

Glad your Rollie survived with minor bruises. As Tweety Bird would say... Dat was way too cwose!

Quote:

G Shocks for you from now on! :D

Not a bad idea for certain tasks and horsing around.

19 June 2012, 10:30 PM	#32
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	Sorry to hear Grady, but it looks like you got pretty lucky, it could have been a lot worse. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

20 June 2012, 12:06 AM	#36
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	Once again. The safest place for a Rolex is on ones wrist. __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

20 June 2012, 01:18 AM	#38
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	They are much safer on the wrist! LOL! Glad it didn't get damaged worse! __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

20 June 2012, 11:57 AM	#39
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	The DJ is still gaining about 2 seconds per day and there are no indicators that anything is wrong internally, such as clanging or shifting parts. I'd have to say that the DJ is one rugged piece of gear, regardless of its pretty face and irresistible charm. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

20 June 2012, 12:14 PM	#40
Gagebuilder "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Detroit Area Watch: out for yelow snow Posts: 1,067	Just curious, why did yoo try to put your watch in your pocket?? Did it start raining? So sorry, couldn't help myself. __________________ So it's not the steam that causes the failure, but it's water that you notice in the watch after a shower that could lead you to believe the steam damaged the seal, but it's just the unfortunate result of an unserviced mechanical beast.

19 June 2012, 09:47 PM	#31
Annan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ron Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116233 Posts: 3,180	Yep.....know the feeling and am glad the damage was not worse.

19 June 2012, 10:45 PM	#34
WhatTheDeuce "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Kyung Location: Anywhere? Watch: cha want... Posts: 4,488	You're lucky it didn't fall "jelly side down".

19 June 2012, 11:13 PM	#35
Arki Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Manila Watch: DJ,GV,SUB,Daytona Posts: 45	Seems your rolex doesn't want to be kept in a pocket , do hope all is well with your DJ.

20 June 2012, 12:33 PM	#41
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	I'm too embarrassed to go into the ugly details of my ignorance and stupidity. Let's just say that unless you intend to put your arm into a blast furnace or into the garbage disposal, your Rolex is probably better off where it was designed to be worn. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

20 June 2012, 02:56 PM	#43
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	Thank you, Bangel. You're a gentleman and a scholar and your good looks (judging from your avatar) are only exceeded by your magnanimity. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

20 June 2012, 03:02 PM	#44
Goose Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Marvin. Location: A Town w/o Pity Watch: GMT & Speedmaster Posts: 391	Good to hear all is well, Grady. My heart sunk when I started reading your post. That's not good to do to a 55yr old with Stage III heart failure and and implanted defibrillator 8^O YIKES! So glad to hear it took that licking and is still ticking (sorry...couldn't resist). Wishing you continued good fortune. Respect to you Devil Dog... Goose.

20 June 2012, 03:27 PM	#45
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	I would have it looked over by a competent watchmaker. A significant shock could through the balance wheel off. Rolex uses an axle for the pivot of the auto wind rotor. Most other manufactures use a five point bearing. The bearing system is more rugged, but Rolex is more efficient as it allows more moment arm as the axle diameter is half that of the bearing system. The axle can get bent fairly easily as you have a large mass (the rotor) hanging from it. If the axle is bent, when the rotor rotates it hits the inside of the case and small bits of metal get sprinkled in your watch. The axle is a $10 part and its replacement is fairly straight forward. Not saying any of these things happened, but if you know a competent watchmaker you may consider having it looked at. __________________

20 June 2012, 03:39 PM	#46
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	Thank you, George. I shall do so tomorrow. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

20 June 2012, 07:24 PM	#48
How "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbourne Watch: 16610, Tudor 1960 Posts: 1,554	G Shocks for you from now on! :D

20 June 2012, 07:27 PM	#49
How "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbourne Watch: 16610, Tudor 1960 Posts: 1,554	Glad your Rollie survived with minor bruises. As Tweety Bird would say... Dat was way too cwose! If it were me, I probably would have burned my shirt to ashes straight afterwards haha :P

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