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18 April 2009, 12:52 AM | #31 | |
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18 April 2009, 01:07 AM | #32 |
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Great looking watch Chris..
I love that dial, one of the all time classics.. With the new overhaul, it's ready for many more long years of enjoyment and excellent time-keeping.. glad that we were able to help you out ....
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22 April 2009, 02:46 AM | #33 |
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Chris, Beautiful classic watch. I am glad that you have it all squared away now.
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22 April 2009, 06:32 AM | #34 |
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For the record the Seiko Kinetics make noise because the gears from the Oscillating weight and the gear train that connects to the kinetic rotor are "straight-cut gears." Much like the effect you get from Standard shift/Manual transmission cars when you are in reverse.
More simply put, "gear-whine." |
23 April 2009, 11:19 PM | #35 |
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I agree it looks like new! Im sure you will be getting another thirty enjoyable years from your freshly serviced air-king!
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24 April 2009, 12:18 AM | #36 |
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Hmm curious about the $600USD overhaul cost? Is that a flat rate or is the cost based on what they have to replace on your watch? My friend took his Air King to the RSC in the Jardine House, Central, Hong Kong and paid about $150USD. His watch is a daily wearer but, is well cared for. No crystal replacement or anything like that.
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24 April 2009, 12:25 AM | #37 |
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Beautiful Watch.
I had the same problem (or actually having the same problem) with my GMT II. Its getting serviced right now, but I sent it in a little too late there was damage inside and some parts need to be replaced... Rolex charges 550-600 for the overhaul you can get independent dealers that do it anywhere from 150-300. |
24 April 2009, 01:18 AM | #38 | |
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While a RSC, will replace some parts at no extra charge, but their standard fee is also higher. So it's tit for tat. I am not sure what it would have cost me at a RSC. The turn around time at QualityTyme was a lot faster I believe.
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27 November 2010, 12:52 AM | #39 |
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Help!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dropped my Oyster while i was cleaning it... now it had a grinding sound when i spin it..
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27 November 2010, 01:06 AM | #40 |
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Watch looks fantastic if it was brand new, never mind 37 years old!
One thing that should have highlighted there was a problem though. . . . If it was gaining 1 minute per day then that in its self would be enough for me to get it looked at. |
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23 January 2014, 12:09 PM | #42 |
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Noise in Submariner
I have a G serial Submariner and is about 2 years old. I was just on the comput er and put my left hand up to my head and heard something. Thought it was the bracelet but after holding the bracelet and do it again, I heard the sound. Do you think it is possible that I need a service in just this short amount of time?
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4 February 2014, 08:51 AM | #43 |
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All part of the beauty and privilege of owning a Rolex..........let's face it it guys, if it was just down to needing something to tell the time, we could all get something a lot cheaper and more reliable..........but then it would not be a Rolex!
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4 February 2014, 10:25 AM | #44 |
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Looks superb
That Air-King looks familiar. Probably because I just got my father's 35 year-old one back from service in NYC, where they did a full overhaul, replaced the bracelet (the original was with another family member) and graced me with the requisite leather pouch and 2-year warranty. Runs beautifully. Such a classic design we have, don't you agree? I'm glad yours also got the the TLC it deserved.
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19 April 2019, 04:23 AM | #46 |
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Dayton sound when shaking it
I too can hear this sound when shaking my brand new Daytona. That's why I'm here. I don't think it means it's broken
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9 May 2019, 06:55 AM | #47 |
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Same here, my DJ2 from 2013 just had first service by Rolex watchmaker. The sound was there before the service and is still there after the full service. I actually mentioned this to the watchmaker when leaving the watch for service. I was told don’t to worry, it’s normal to hear rotor sounds intensify through the case.
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