Sea dweller stopped working & fastest way to get it serviced
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Hi all, my 20 year old sea dweller has stopped winding, second hand even went backwards for 20 seconds. I believe I have no choice to send it to rolex, but how long does it take and do they automatically replace hands etc as I prefer to keep it as is, even the face has no marks? Advice appreciated. Tbh I am not even fussed abouta polish as the body has a few marks but I don't have to be precious about it
Doesn't necessarily have to go to Rolex – there are a number of accredited independents you can use, although there'll not be a whole lot of saving on cost, as well as at least one member on here...webwatchmaker (Brendan).
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Much as I encourage people to use indies when possible, in this case I agree with Dom.
The fact it ran backwards is worrying, and likely to require parts rather than straightforward servicing because to do so it musthave reverse wound the mainspring which it shouldn't be able to do.
While some genuine parts are available (officially) outside the service network now, things like auto reverser wheels are hard to get hold of and so expensive if you can find them you're not likely to save much by going indie in this case.
The fact it ran backwards is worrying, and likely to require parts rather than straightforward servicing because to do so it musthave reverse wound the mainspring which it shouldn't be able to do.
While some genuine parts are available (officially) outside the service network now, things like auto reverser wheels are hard to get hold of and so expensive if you can find them you're not likely to save much by going indie in this case.
silver7 said:
Hi all, my 20 year old sea dweller has stopped winding, second hand even went backwards for 20 seconds. I believe I have no choice to send it to rolex, but how long does it take and do they automatically replace hands etc as I prefer to keep it as is, even the face has no marks? Advice appreciated. Tbh I am not even fussed abouta polish as the body has a few marks but I don't have to be precious about it
Has the Dweller any previous servicing record? If not you'll probably pay around the 5K mark. They will not replace the hands unless they are damaged and will ask your permission beforehand. Their turnaround is approx 4 weeks. You may want to try Duncan @ Genesis, top man and is accredited by Rolex. ExplorerII said:
Has the Dweller any previous servicing record? If not you'll probably pay around the 5K mark. They will not replace the hands unless they are damaged and will ask your permission beforehand. Their turnaround is approx 4 weeks. You may want to try Duncan @ Genesis, top man and is accredited by Rolex.
5k, are you serious?
My mate takes his to the headquarters ( by hand) in St' James square in London and cuts out the local agent fee's of 20%. He did warn me that they will provide a price for 'suggested work' but you can opt out of replacement hands, face etc and just agree on what you work you want to be done. I believe it takes 8 weeks.
I have a seadweller ( that runs perfectly ) but is 13 years old so I am going to get mine serviced.
I have a seadweller ( that runs perfectly ) but is 13 years old so I am going to get mine serviced.
ExplorerII said:
You should never have to shake an automatic watch to get it started.
That does depend a little on what people mean by "shaking". If it's stopped from not being worn for a few days then gently shaking / "swinging" it a few times to start winding it is fine - it's surprising how many people either don't realise it's possible to manually wind their auto watch or are scared senseless at the idea because of 'net gossip about harming it if you do.
On the other hand, as with any mechanical watch including hand-winders, once there's a turn or two of wind on it you should not need to shake the bejeezus out of it to get it ticking.
Variomatic said:
ExplorerII said:
You should never have to shake an automatic watch to get it started.
That does depend a little on what people mean by "shaking". If it's stopped from not being worn for a few days then gently shaking / "swinging" it a few times to start winding it is fine - it's surprising how many people either don't realise it's possible to manually wind their auto watch or are scared senseless at the idea because of 'net gossip about harming it if you do.
On the other hand, as with any mechanical watch including hand-winders, once there's a turn or two of wind on it you should not need to shake the bejeezus out of it to get it ticking.
Being honest with the forum I have never had it serviced, I didn't want the case polished etc and it is my weekend beater watch. It has been getting slower to start over the last year so fingers crossed it is nothing too serious! Thanks for the advice everyone. Now I have visited Dom's site, I think a purchase might be in order so I have something whilst it is away😗
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