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JJ Irani · 1 June 2008, 05:43 AM

In order of priority.....

1. Accuracy test: Make sure my Rolex is within just ONE second deviation - plus or minus.

2. Bracelet test: Bracelet comfort, clasp centralization and overall fit. Don't ever have a problem as watch comes straight out of box and smack on the wrist - no adjustments whatsoever!!

3. Power Reserve test: Give the watch around 45 turns of the crown, note date and time, and then observe two days later to see how much PR that main-spring can pack.

4. Position test: Check watch accuracy, i.e. either gain or loss in different positions at night (I'm talking about the watch, ya tossers!!)

- i.e. crown up, crown down, dial up, dial down.

That's about it!! With all of the above FOUR tests having passed with flying colours, don't need any more.

Cheers - JJ

neutrons · 1 June 2008, 05:46 AM

I make sure the watch is set to the correct time, strap it on and go.

96discose7 · 1 June 2008, 05:46 AM

I run a paternity test to see if it is mine....

JJ Irani · 1 June 2008, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 96discose7

I run a paternity test to see if it is mine....

frostie · 1 June 2008, 05:48 AM

I bought a rolex watch only once and i had a PR test and accuracy test and a bracelet test so far

JJ Irani · 1 June 2008, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

I bought a rolex watch only once and i had a PR test and accuracy test and a bracelet test so far

What about the "position" test, Frostie?

frostie · 1 June 2008, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

What about the "position" test, Frostie?

Never did that test

SPACE-DWELLER · 1 June 2008, 05:59 AM

I mostly check the accuracy and the bracelet.

Also, I do the "grime test": Does the watch need a good wash?

JJ Irani · 1 June 2008, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

I mostly check the accuracy and the bracelet.

Also, I do the "grime test": Does the watch need a good wash?

Why would you want to wash a brand new watch, ya tosser?

frostie · 1 June 2008, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Why would you want to wash a brand new watch, ya tosser?

Mine was sticky when i removed the stickers and i remember that i washed it immediately after removing the stickers

BiG JeEzY · 1 June 2008, 06:04 AM

I do a short sleeve test and see if anyone notices the watch on my wrist.

frostie · 1 June 2008, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

I do a short sleeve test and see if anyone notices the watch on my wrist.

JJ Irani · 1 June 2008, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

I do a short sleeve test and see if anyone notices the watch on my wrist.

Can you buggers ever be serious in any one of my threads?

frostie · 1 June 2008, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Can you buggers ever be serious in any one of my threads?

So you mean that we are not serious

Markg · 1 June 2008, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by neutrons

I make sure the watch is set to the correct time, strap it on and go.

x2!!!

MassiveAttack · 1 June 2008, 06:18 AM

the brunette at the sushi bar test is one of my fav tests

BigHat · 1 June 2008, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

In order of priority.....

4. Position test: Check watch accuracy, i.e. either gain or loss in different positions at night (I'm talking about the watch, ya tossers!!)

- i.e. crown up, crown down, dial up, dial down.

That's about it!! With all of the above FOUR tests having passed with flying colours, don't need any more.

Cheers - JJ

Okay JJ,
You asked for it. You go through Rolex watches like razor blades. If you really do the test above answer me this: On your new Rolex watches, how much of a difference to you find in rate results based on the resting position of the watch at night?

JJ Irani · 1 June 2008, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by BigHat

Okay JJ,
You asked for it. You go through Rolex watches like razor blades. If you really do the test above answer me this: On your new Rolex watches, how much of a difference to you find in rate results based on the resting position of the watch at night?

Crown UP usually gains.....crown DOWN usually results in a loss.

JJ

Downing · 1 June 2008, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Why would you want to wash a brand new watch, ya tosser?

Have you ever seen Bo's wrists?

I had my SD pressure tested a few weeks ago for my upcoming scuba trip to Belize.

BigHat · 1 June 2008, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Crown UP usually gains.....crown DOWN usually results in a loss.

JJ

Okay. Gonna give it a try. Had though that no longer mattered with the high-rate movements.

SPACE-DWELLER · 1 June 2008, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Downing

Have you ever seen Bo's wrists?

I had my SD pressure tested a few weeks ago for my upcoming scuba trip to Belize.

Referring to my nice Scandinavian tan, are you?

f16570 · 1 June 2008, 06:40 AM

No tests, just the wear it and enjoy it.

nwg · 1 June 2008, 07:51 AM

Can't remember as my watch was bought 21 years ago now. I did check for accuracy when it came back from the RSC last year. That was it.

Baptistman · 1 June 2008, 08:30 AM

Well, first I place the watch on the sofa opposite myself, still with plastics on, Make a coffee, normally they don't want a drink at this stage. Start to get into some small talk, just to get them all relaxed and reassured, by the end of the night all plastics are off and its straight on with it.

topcat30093 · 1 June 2008, 10:12 AM

I keep an eye on the accuracy for a while and then I tend to forget about it.
This is the only check that I make.

BigHat · 1 June 2008, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by topcat30093

I keep an eye on the accuracy for a while and then I tend to forget about it.
This is the only check that I make.

x2 Same thing.

roadcarver · 1 June 2008, 10:36 AM

The test whether wifey notices it LOL!

Seriously though - I've bought all my Rollies second hand so it goes to RSC first. That's the first test for me.

Boopie · 1 June 2008, 02:39 PM

Okay, probably a dumb question that's been asked and answered several times on this board...but to wind a Rolex do you wind it clockwise, counter-clockwise, or back and forth? What is a full "winding" motion--having the crown itself do a 360 degrees, or having the hands on the face move around a certain amount of distance (e.g. a full 12-hour rotation, etc.).

RW16610 · 1 June 2008, 02:42 PM

Once the crown is unscrewed and not pulled out it is the only direction in which it will turn. Try turning it counter clockwise and you will just hear a clicking sound. If the watch crown is facing you turn it clockwise. A full wind would depend on the particular watch's power reserve but in the case of an Automatic just a few turns should do as a kick start if you wish, it will be would well on the wrist. Based on what you asked a full winding motion would basically be a full rotation of the crown (The hands do not have to move unless you need to adjust the time or date). Once you do so and go to put the crown back in (with a screw down crown of course) you will get a few turns in before it is all the way on. For storage you could consider a watch winder, mainly good for if you have more than one Automatic watch you alternate with.

Letsgodiving · 1 June 2008, 02:53 PM

The only test I did was did it meet my expectations in person versus the preceding reputation. It passed.

1 June 2008, 05:43 AM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	What "TESTS" do you carry out on a new Rolex? In order of priority..... 1. Accuracy test: Make sure my Rolex is within just ONE second deviation - plus or minus. 2. Bracelet test: Bracelet comfort, clasp centralization and overall fit. Don't ever have a problem as watch comes straight out of box and smack on the wrist - no adjustments whatsoever!! 3. Power Reserve test: Give the watch around 45 turns of the crown, note date and time, and then observe two days later to see how much PR that main-spring can pack. 4. Position test: Check watch accuracy, i.e. either gain or loss in different positions at night (I'm talking about the watch, ya tossers!!) - i.e. crown up, crown down, dial up, dial down. That's about it!! With all of the above FOUR tests having passed with flying colours, don't need any more. Cheers - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

1 June 2008, 05:48 AM	#5
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I bought a rolex watch only once and i had a PR test and accuracy test and a bracelet test so far __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

1 June 2008, 05:59 AM	#8
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I mostly check the accuracy and the bracelet. Also, I do the "grime test": Does the watch need a good wash? __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

1 June 2008, 06:04 AM	#11
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,350	I do a short sleeve test and see if anyone notices the watch on my wrist. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

1 June 2008, 06:40 AM	#22
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	No tests, just the wear it and enjoy it. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

1 June 2008, 05:46 AM	#2
neutrons Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Patrick Location: Tennessee Watch: Rolex GMT-ll Pepsi Posts: 61	I make sure the watch is set to the correct time, strap it on and go.

1 June 2008, 05:46 AM	#3
96discose7 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Andy Location: Somersworth NH Watch: Sub Posts: 109	I run a paternity test to see if it is mine....

1 June 2008, 06:18 AM	#16
MassiveAttack Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Nick Location: Mojave Desert Watch: your target Posts: 157	the brunette at the sushi bar test is one of my fav tests

1 June 2008, 07:51 AM	#23
nwg Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK Posts: 114	Can't remember as my watch was bought 21 years ago now. I did check for accuracy when it came back from the RSC last year. That was it.

1 June 2008, 08:30 AM	#24
Baptistman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Posts: 2,405	Well, first I place the watch on the sofa opposite myself, still with plastics on, Make a coffee, normally they don't want a drink at this stage. Start to get into some small talk, just to get them all relaxed and reassured, by the end of the night all plastics are off and its straight on with it. __________________ Whatever the watch, it's your wrist, it speaks to you, enjoy it

1 June 2008, 10:12 AM	#25
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,425	I keep an eye on the accuracy for a while and then I tend to forget about it. This is the only check that I make. __________________

1 June 2008, 10:36 AM	#27
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	The test whether wifey notices it LOL! Seriously though - I've bought all my Rollies second hand so it goes to RSC first. That's the first test for me. __________________ I'm just a cook...

1 June 2008, 02:39 PM	#28
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,764	Okay, probably a dumb question that's been asked and answered several times on this board...but to wind a Rolex do you wind it clockwise, counter-clockwise, or back and forth? What is a full "winding" motion--having the crown itself do a 360 degrees, or having the hands on the face move around a certain amount of distance (e.g. a full 12-hour rotation, etc.).

1 June 2008, 02:42 PM	#29
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,970	Once the crown is unscrewed and not pulled out it is the only direction in which it will turn. Try turning it counter clockwise and you will just hear a clicking sound. If the watch crown is facing you turn it clockwise. A full wind would depend on the particular watch's power reserve but in the case of an Automatic just a few turns should do as a kick start if you wish, it will be would well on the wrist. Based on what you asked a full winding motion would basically be a full rotation of the crown (The hands do not have to move unless you need to adjust the time or date). Once you do so and go to put the crown back in (with a screw down crown of course) you will get a few turns in before it is all the way on. For storage you could consider a watch winder, mainly good for if you have more than one Automatic watch you alternate with.

1 June 2008, 02:53 PM	#30
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,309	The only test I did was did it meet my expectations in person versus the preceding reputation. It passed. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

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