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K12123 · 22 September 2019, 03:13 PM

I have a Seamaster 300M with the cal. 8800 and just wondering if this is normal. Sometimes, especially when I haven’t worn the watch for a while, when adjusting the time the minute hand jolts forward a little as I pull the crown into the third position. It doesn’t do it every time I set the watch, just occasionally after it’s been sitting dead for a few days. Also, compared to my sub, it appears to be harder to put the crown in the third position. The watch seems to keep pretty good time and have no other complaints otherwise. Thanks!

AEC · 22 September 2019, 08:45 PM

Yeah, operations via the crowns of my Omega watches generally don't feel as solid or precise as they do in my Rolex watches. In fact, my Aqua Terra (caliber 8500) went for warranty service to its crown. I think this is an "area of opportunity" for Omega.

Cdaddylutz · 23 September 2019, 02:54 AM

I have the same watch with no issues at all.
Try standing on one foot and closing one eye when pulling it out.

Tools · 23 September 2019, 03:47 AM

Mechanical tools are always slightly different in fit and function. They will also change a bit depending on state of wind and even where the hands are on the dial.

It is normal to see the hands move when the torque on the drivetrain is changed by pulling the stem out and disengaging/engaging the gears and pinions.

Those who have been immersed in a digital world seem to have a difficult time understanding mechanics, which are charmingly imperfect.

jnewell · 23 September 2019, 06:44 AM

I have a Rolex GMT Master II (3165) that sometimes does this. I think it's more down to me than the movement, but either way it's been doing this for 12 year, keeps exceptional time and has no apparent issues with the crown.

JP(Canada) · 23 September 2019, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Mechanical tools are always slightly different in fit and function. They will also change a bit depending on state of wind and even where the hands are on the dial.

It is normal to see the hands move when the torque on the drivetrain is changed by pulling the stem out and disengaging/engaging the gears and pinions.

Those who have been immersed in a digital world seem to have a difficult time understanding mechanics, which are charmingly imperfect.

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jnewell · 26 September 2019, 01:57 AM

Yes - a 3175 movement in particular would drive anyone who didn't really love a mechanical device crazy.

22 September 2019, 03:13 PM	#1
K12123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: United States Posts: 260	Minute hand moves forward when pulling crown to third position. I have a Seamaster 300M with the cal. 8800 and just wondering if this is normal. Sometimes, especially when I haven’t worn the watch for a while, when adjusting the time the minute hand jolts forward a little as I pull the crown into the third position. It doesn’t do it every time I set the watch, just occasionally after it’s been sitting dead for a few days. Also, compared to my sub, it appears to be harder to put the crown in the third position. The watch seems to keep pretty good time and have no other complaints otherwise. Thanks!

23 September 2019, 03:47 AM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,037	Mechanical tools are always slightly different in fit and function. They will also change a bit depending on state of wind and even where the hands are on the dial. It is normal to see the hands move when the torque on the drivetrain is changed by pulling the stem out and disengaging/engaging the gears and pinions. Those who have been immersed in a digital world seem to have a difficult time understanding mechanics, which are charmingly imperfect. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

23 September 2019, 06:44 AM	#5
jnewell "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bahston Posts: 127	I have a Rolex GMT Master II (3165) that sometimes does this. I think it's more down to me than the movement, but either way it's been doing this for 12 year, keeps exceptional time and has no apparent issues with the crown. __________________ 1680 Submariner ~ 5513 Submariner ~ 16710 GMT Master II ~ 145.00.22 Speedmaster Professional ~ 2531.80 Seamaster Professional ~ Marathon TSAR

26 September 2019, 01:57 AM	#7
jnewell "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bahston Posts: 127	Yes - a 3175 movement in particular would drive anyone who didn't really love a mechanical device crazy. __________________ 1680 Submariner ~ 5513 Submariner ~ 16710 GMT Master II ~ 145.00.22 Speedmaster Professional ~ 2531.80 Seamaster Professional ~ Marathon TSAR

22 September 2019, 08:45 PM	#2
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,239	Yeah, operations via the crowns of my Omega watches generally don't feel as solid or precise as they do in my Rolex watches. In fact, my Aqua Terra (caliber 8500) went for warranty service to its crown. I think this is an "area of opportunity" for Omega.

23 September 2019, 02:54 AM	#3
Cdaddylutz "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: USA Watch: N/A Posts: 249	I have the same watch with no issues at all. Try standing on one foot and closing one eye when pulling it out.

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