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28 June 2010, 11:04 PM | #1 |
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Underwound = slow?
Does an underwound Rolex generally mean the watch will run slow?
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29 June 2010, 12:06 AM | #2 |
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29 June 2010, 01:05 AM | #4 |
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Yes, you may need a new ROLEX battery, dont do aftermarket, check the For Sale Section here on TRF
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29 June 2010, 01:08 AM | #5 |
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I think I remember reading that an underwound Rolex actually runs faster. Don't ask me how
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29 June 2010, 01:12 AM | #6 |
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The amplitude of the balance falls when the mainspring tension is low.
That generally means it will run somewhat faster.
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