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14 July 2010, 04:19 AM | #1 |
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I wonder what more Rolex can do to improve on this movement?
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The ever popular calibre 3135 has been going strong since 1989, and 21 years hence, is still being used in even their very latest Ceramic Subs as well as the DSSD. Rolex must have done something right the very first time they came up with this movement...............which makes you wonder what else they can do to improve on it? JJ
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Can't disagree with that assessment, JJ. It is the epitome of classic elegance in engineering!!
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Agree JJ, althought the watchmaker at my AD told me that Rolex just patented... something or other... about a Silicone spring(?) Honestly, it went way over my head and I could be off base, but he said it was a tremendous breakthrough in the industry and Rolex would start incorporating it in to all their movements.
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Next steps will be improvement of spring (as said earlier in this post) and make the wach even more shock absorbant.
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Yes, I often wonder about this also!!
A recent WatchTime Magazine article cited their Kif shock absorption, fine regulation via Microstella screws on the balance; Glucydur balance, blue Parachrom hairspring with Breguet overcoil (for superior shock damping and magnetic resistance) as being small, but further refinements to their very reliable, robust and proven Caliber 3135 movement - all recently introduced to their various new sports models. But, you're absolutely right. Improvements made to otherwise near 'perfection' is, if anything, truly incremental at best. I'm sure Rolex horologist are challenged and taxed in search of the next 'holy grail' in terms of movement. No pun intended here, but only time will tell I suppose. BEST REGARDS |
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Sure,
Develop friction free contacts: escapement wheel for example. Sealed areas to eliminate general service requirements and lubricants. Longer reserve time.. Just a few examples… |
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Short of switching to quartz, I wouldn't know! :)
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14 July 2010, 04:45 AM | #8 |
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No doubt it's one of the most rugged movements made. Be nice if they could remove some of the play in the hands set.
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They can't really improve a great movement such as the 3135.
I think the next step is to dress it up? |
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Does that affect it's performance / longevity?
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Why longer reserve time? Do you not use to move your arm in about 45 hours?
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3135
Does anybody know what's the classification of this movement compared to the other top watch manufacturer ?
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Maybe a OysterQuartz is the way to go?
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Unfortunately, only most watchmakers actually see the movement. Since they don't use skeleton casebacks........it just works.
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How about making the components of lighter composite metals?
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14 July 2010, 05:58 AM | #21 |
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HONK!! HONK!! I was hoping you'd chime in with something more constructive, Jocke!!
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Mercedes?
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I think the movement is just nice, more decoration on it plus a display caseback may also be a nice fit..
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guess there is no 3136 then...?
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Sealed and maintenance free. Also, isn't there always room for more accurate Rolex movements?
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JJ, a truly impressive piece of engineering by Rolex!
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Love to view that movement.
Excellence imo. (tho I thought Ive read in other posts that the 3035 was more robust, harder and a better finish than the 3135). http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...=3035+movement . Still, the movement is a gem..!
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Others are already using silicon hairsprings in limited production. Patek Philippe, Breguet and I believe Cartier among some others are using silicon. Advantages are silicon is very resistant to magnetism, temperature change and shock. In any case, I would not expect this technology to be retrofitted to an existing older movement such as the 3135 discussed in this thread. But again, who really knows? Mark |
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HA!... i know, put lipstick on it and increase the price like they have for two decades!
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