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B.currency · 17 August 2016, 04:17 AM

I picked up a 15400 about 2 weeks ago off of a member here and and it's an amazing watch but i can't find an answer to two questions i have about noises it making.

1. When moved around it sounds like it is making a noise as if it is winding, I figured that was normal as you can see inside the caseback but have never noticed it on any of my rolex watches.

2. When moved around with a little more force as if jogging or reaching fast for something it makes a different noise as if something is loose and shaking around.

It also runs about +5-+6 seconds fast a day but that is not a problem for me. I'm hoping they are just normal sounds as i do not want to send it in to get warranty work already. Thanks for any advice.

cda555 · 17 August 2016, 04:34 AM

Take it in to a boutique or AD? Maybe have someone there see if it is unusual?

CanPam · 17 August 2016, 04:46 AM

That's not normal. Take it to an AD with service center or directly to a boutique!

Luv2XcelR8 · 17 August 2016, 04:47 AM

I have a 15400 and it runs spot on accurate. Keep in mind how you are storing the piece. Watch winder? Laying flat? Resting on the crown?

All of these affect the timing. I recommend a watch winder or in a box with the dial facing the ceiling

The rotor noise moving slightly is normal, and I haven't ran with mine so I cannot relate to that one.

All sounds are different so at the end of the day if it doesn't seem right, visit an AD.

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Lordofrolex · 17 August 2016, 04:49 AM

Yeah i would just take it in

B.currency · 17 August 2016, 04:53 AM

The nearest AD to me is 350 miles away. That's my biggest problem lol.

vette boy 52 · 17 August 2016, 04:55 AM

Agree with all you should have it checked out.

GB-man · 17 August 2016, 05:49 AM

Hard to say without hearing it. Never noticed noise from my 3120 though. Nothing like the PP 324...

chuey38 · 17 August 2016, 06:44 AM

I've not heard any noticeable noises from my 15400 at all. If in doubt I'd get it checked.

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AK797 · 17 August 2016, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Hard to say without hearing it. Never noticed noise from my 3120 though. Nothing like the PP 324...

Yes, and didn't hear anything on my ROC, the sudden mosquito sound on the PP still startles me at times.

jimmyp11 · 17 August 2016, 07:39 AM

Yeah I'm with you on never had a noise on a Rolex, also had an AP Safari and now an AP 44MM. It is also quiet. Anyway to upload a short 10 sec video somewhere and post a link?

-jim

B.currency · 18 August 2016, 04:52 AM

The noise is only heard when the watch is moved around by the ear.

masyv6 · 18 August 2016, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by B.currency

The nearest AD to me is 350 miles away. That's my biggest problem lol.

Send it to the AP service center. It'll get taken care of properly....the first time.

lapince · 18 August 2016, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by B.currency

The noise is only heard when the watch is moved around by the ear.

I can also hear the rotor of my diver when near the ear, I don't think it's an issue, yes it makes more noise than a Rolex but less than a PP...

B.currency · 19 August 2016, 12:15 AM

Thanks for the input, I have heard people say they can and can't hear noise form it.

The watch seems to be running just fine other the being +5 seconds a day.

I had a watch maker that works for my local rolex AD look at it (without opening it up) and he said he thinks its the noise of the bearings and that it was fine but he has not worked on AP in some time so could not give me a for sure answer.

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Originally Posted by lapince

I can also hear the rotor of my diver when near the ear, I don't think it's an issue, yes it makes more noise than a Rolex but less than a PP...

dwjpaypal · 19 August 2016, 04:07 AM

Can you post a side on pic of the watch showing its thickness.

I know it's a silly question but like a doctor I would just like to rule out something- where did you purchase it? Reason for asking is there is a very good replica of the 15400 around at the moment and the biggest tell is a loud rotor and thickness of the case.

Thanns

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B.currency · 19 August 2016, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by dwjpaypal

Can you post a side on pic of the watch showing its thickness.

I know it's a silly question but like a doctor I would just like to rule out something- where did you purchase it? Reason for asking is there is a very good replica of the 15400 around at the moment and the biggest tell is a loud rotor and thickness of the case.

Thanns

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I got it off a member on here, He has been very helpful about what is going on. I am not concerned on if it is authentic or not but i figure i might as well post some pictures.

Watcheroo · 19 August 2016, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by B.currency

I got it off a member on here, He has been very helpful about what is going on. I am not concerned on if it is authentic or not but i figure i might as well post some pictures.

Looks good to me

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singe89 · 19 August 2016, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by B.currency

Thanks for the input, I have heard people say they can and can't hear noise form it.

The watch seems to be running just fine other the being +5 seconds a day.

I had a watch maker that works for my local rolex AD look at it (without opening it up) and he said he thinks its the noise of the bearings and that it was fine but he has not worked on AP in some time so could not give me a for sure answer.

AP uses ball bearings on the 3120/3126. All 8 of my APs with this movement have a slight rotor noise. Most Rolex movements use a sleeve bearing. While they are mostly silent they do have a downside with potential for increased wear.

http://www.timepalacejewelers.com/serv02.htm (look 1/3 the way down on the article.)

Manofsteelpt · 19 August 2016, 05:48 AM

Great info, Jim...

OP, my 400 stint was too short to recall any excess rotor noise, but my 44mm FC was crazy loud. My PT 44 is not nearly as loud, but noticeable when near the ear.

Congrats on your new piece, I'm sure it's fine.

improviz · 19 August 2016, 09:48 AM

Winding wise both of mine make noise when winding but only when watch is fully wound. You can feel resistance change to winding at this point as well, feels more springy.

bayerische · 19 August 2016, 05:44 PM

I wouldn't worry about it. The rotor system is different from the "normal" Rolex movement (which is very hard to hear).

It (AP3120) makes a small rotor noise and moving the watch quickly can make the rotor spin very quickly and then it makes an ever higher sound.

17 August 2016, 04:17 AM	#1
B.currency "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 15400 Posts: 337	First time AP owner with some questions. I picked up a 15400 about 2 weeks ago off of a member here and and it's an amazing watch but i can't find an answer to two questions i have about noises it making. 1. When moved around it sounds like it is making a noise as if it is winding, I figured that was normal as you can see inside the caseback but have never noticed it on any of my rolex watches. 2. When moved around with a little more force as if jogging or reaching fast for something it makes a different noise as if something is loose and shaking around. It also runs about +5-+6 seconds fast a day but that is not a problem for me. I'm hoping they are just normal sounds as i do not want to send it in to get warranty work already. Thanks for any advice.

17 August 2016, 04:46 AM	#3
CanPam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Spain Posts: 652	That's not normal. Take it to an AD with service center or directly to a boutique! __________________ instagram.com/wristlaw

17 August 2016, 04:47 AM	#4
Luv2XcelR8 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Tyler Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 495	First time AP owner with some questions. I have a 15400 and it runs spot on accurate. Keep in mind how you are storing the piece. Watch winder? Laying flat? Resting on the crown? All of these affect the timing. I recommend a watch winder or in a box with the dial facing the ceiling The rotor noise moving slightly is normal, and I haven't ran with mine so I cannot relate to that one. All sounds are different so at the end of the day if it doesn't seem right, visit an AD. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: heinz_nation

17 August 2016, 04:49 AM	#5
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	Yeah i would just take it in __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

19 August 2016, 09:48 AM	#21
improviz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: your step Posts: 2,806	Winding wise both of mine make noise when winding but only when watch is fully wound. You can feel resistance change to winding at this point as well, feels more springy. __________________ 116520 white; 16613 black; 116710; 16570 polar; 16600. AP 15400; 15703. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. Glashutte Sport Evo GMT. Omega Planet Ocean 2907.50.91; Planet Ocean Liquidmetal LE 222.30.42.20.01.001; Seamaster 2255.80.00. Breitling Crosswind, white. Panerai PAM 005. VC Overseas Chrono, black.

17 August 2016, 04:34 AM	#2
cda555 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Watch: 126610LV and SMP Posts: 1,645	Take it in to a boutique or AD? Maybe have someone there see if it is unusual?

17 August 2016, 04:53 AM	#6
B.currency "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 15400 Posts: 337	The nearest AD to me is 350 miles away. That's my biggest problem lol.

17 August 2016, 04:55 AM	#7
vette boy 52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: Katy, TX Watch: GMT II-c TT Posts: 773	Agree with all you should have it checked out.

17 August 2016, 05:49 AM	#8
GB-man 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,592	Hard to say without hearing it. Never noticed noise from my 3120 though. Nothing like the PP 324...

17 August 2016, 06:44 AM	#9
chuey38 Banned Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: UK Watch: 15202 Posts: 184	I've not heard any noticeable noises from my 15400 at all. If in doubt I'd get it checked. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 August 2016, 07:39 AM	#11
jimmyp11 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: florida Posts: 105	Yeah I'm with you on never had a noise on a Rolex, also had an AP Safari and now an AP 44MM. It is also quiet. Anyway to upload a short 10 sec video somewhere and post a link? -jim

18 August 2016, 04:52 AM	#12
B.currency "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 15400 Posts: 337	The noise is only heard when the watch is moved around by the ear.

19 August 2016, 04:07 AM	#16
dwjpaypal "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: UK Posts: 111	Can you post a side on pic of the watch showing its thickness. I know it's a silly question but like a doctor I would just like to rule out something- where did you purchase it? Reason for asking is there is a very good replica of the 15400 around at the moment and the biggest tell is a loud rotor and thickness of the case. Thanns Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 August 2016, 05:48 AM	#20
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	Great info, Jim... OP, my 400 stint was too short to recall any excess rotor noise, but my 44mm FC was crazy loud. My PT 44 is not nearly as loud, but noticeable when near the ear. Congrats on your new piece, I'm sure it's fine.

19 August 2016, 05:44 PM	#22
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	I wouldn't worry about it. The rotor system is different from the "normal" Rolex movement (which is very hard to hear). It (AP3120) makes a small rotor noise and moving the watch quickly can make the rotor spin very quickly and then it makes an ever higher sound. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

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