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cts · 10 November 2021, 01:15 PM

Anyone notice the difference in responsiveness between a vintage Rolex automatic movement vs a newer Rolex automatic movement? For example, if I slightly move my 72’ sub, the second hand starts moving but it takes much more movement for my newer Rolex models to start ticking. Anyone understand why? Thanks!

Dr.Smellody · 10 November 2021, 01:23 PM

Interestingly, I've noticed that too.

GMT Aviator · 10 November 2021, 05:31 PM

Yes, same. I’ve noticed the oldies start ticking with the slightest tickle.

Old Expat Beast · 10 November 2021, 05:33 PM

Possibly because the older movements don't quite fully wind down, so easily restart when nudged.

cts · 11 November 2021, 03:10 AM

Any vintage experts out there who can help explain this?

Dr.Smellody · 11 November 2021, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Possibly because the older movements don't quite fully wind down, so easily restart when nudged.

I bet you are correct!

motoikkyu · 11 November 2021, 03:33 AM

The younger generation is inherently lazy and will not perform their contracted functions without overt stimulation and praise. Have you tried telling your new Rolex how excellent it is, just for existing?

cts · 11 November 2021, 11:40 PM

Bump

10 November 2021, 01:15 PM	#1
cts "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 888	Vintage responsiveness. Anyone notice the difference in responsiveness between a vintage Rolex automatic movement vs a newer Rolex automatic movement? For example, if I slightly move my 72’ sub, the second hand starts moving but it takes much more movement for my newer Rolex models to start ticking. Anyone understand why? Thanks!

10 November 2021, 05:33 PM	#4
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Hong Kong Watch: SEIKO Posts: 28,440	Possibly because the older movements don't quite fully wind down, so easily restart when nudged. __________________ _______________________

11 November 2021, 03:33 AM	#7
motoikkyu 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: PRJ Posts: 1,731	The younger generation is inherently lazy and will not perform their contracted functions without overt stimulation and praise. Have you tried telling your new Rolex how excellent it is, just for existing? __________________ "Do you like Breitling?" "I don't know, really, I've never been Breitled"

10 November 2021, 01:23 PM	#2
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,231	Interestingly, I've noticed that too.

10 November 2021, 05:31 PM	#3
GMT Aviator 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: London Posts: 3,289	Yes, same. I’ve noticed the oldies start ticking with the slightest tickle.

11 November 2021, 03:10 AM	#5
cts "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 888	Any vintage experts out there who can help explain this?

11 November 2021, 11:40 PM	#8
cts "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 888	Bump

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