Very Sad

[denicio7]

I was loving life with the GMT-Master II that my wife bought me for Christmas...I didn't take it off save for a few occassions that would have put its precious life in danger. While running about a month ago, I felt a weird vibration inside the watch every once in a while when i swung my arm. It started to happen more and more, so i decided to look it up online. I found story after story abour rotors that were worn down and other symptoms to listen/feel for...I read that if you put it up to your ear and hear the sound of something moving around, it could mean there was a problem. So i put it to my ear and heard a sound. Thinking it was coming from the bracelet, I took off the bracelet and tried again, and yes, I heard something coming from the watch.

I'm not sure if this is a sign of a big problem, or what this watch is supposed to do, but in the years I owned my Datejust, I never heard or felt anything. I called the AD that my wife purchased it from and they told me to bring it on in and they will take a looksee. It is still under warranty, but I am very sad that I cannot wear it and if it has to go for service, might not have it for a while. I am also concerned that when I got to the AD to hand it in, I might buy something else (can anyone say Yachtmaster??). Oh the humanity.

[cedargrove]

Very sad indeed. Hope everything works out.

[Beeper]

Have your wife bring it in for you. The chances of her buying you a YM are probably significantly lower than you buying it

[usbzoso]

very sad indeed hope they fix it soon, i would not recommend running with your Rolex on or any automatic watch ... get something like G-shock perfect running watch.

[Dr. Robert]

Don't worry...take it to the RSC, they'll fix it.

[Grumpy Badger]

Originally Posted by usbzoso

very sad indeed hope they fix it soon, i would not recommend running with your Rolex on or any automatic watch ... get something like G-shock perfect running watch.

Don't want to fire things up but I think he has just been truly unfortunate to get a watch with a fault. I wouldn't think twice about running in a Rolex! They have become high end jewellery but the movements were designed to be incredibly tough!

I know this was a GMT, but Milsub's were tough enough for the Special Boat Squadron!

To the OP... I hope this is sorted quickly and doesn't detract from your love of your watch. Good luck, buddy!

[Michael M.]

Take it to a RSC asap! Hope everything work out, keep us posted!

[Dr. Robert]

Originally Posted by Grumpy Badger

Don't want to fire things up but I think he has just been truly unfortunate to get a watch with a fault. I wouldn't think twice about running in a Rolex! They have become high end jewellery but the movements were designed to be incredibly tough!

I know this was a GMT, but Milsub's were tough enough for the Special Boat Squadron!

To the OP... I hope this is sorted quickly and doesn't detract from your love of your watch. Good luck, buddy!

So true, so true.....my middle name is danger....I am with the Special Salesmen Squadron.
I wear my Rolex watches in very tough situations......making sales presentations, driving to & from accounts, working the phones, fax, typing on the pc........& most dangerous loading samples in my car.
My Rolex watches have never failed me yet.
regards,
Commander Zero

[HL65]

A true heartbreaker.....brings a tear to me eye.

[Alcan]

Originally Posted by denicio7

I am very sad that I cannot wear it and if it has to go for service, might not have it for a while.

Its a wrist watch. They're mechanical devices. Occasionally mechanical devices malfunction. That's why you have a 2 year warranty.

[dddrees]

Hey at least it is still under warranty. Besides what a perfect excuse to get one of these, not that any special excuse is necessary.

[Grumpy Badger]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

So true, so true.....my middle name is danger....I am with the Special Salesmen Squadron.
I wear my Rolex watches in very tough situations......making sales presentations, driving to & from accounts, working the phones, fax, typing on the pc........& most dangerous loading samples in my car.
My Rolex watches have never failed me yet.
regards,
Commander Zero

Ohhh, you're special alright, Dr. Bob!

[dbphotos]

I believe there is a 12 step program for these buying problems. It wouldn't work for me, but I hear it exists. :-)

[rolexsweep]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

So true, so true.....my middle name is danger....I am with the Special Salesmen Squadron.
I wear my Rolex watches in very tough situations......making sales presentations, driving to & from accounts, working the phones, fax, typing on the pc........& most dangerous loading samples in my car.
My Rolex watches have never failed me yet.
regards,
Commander Zero

hahhahahaha making the ordinary sound extremely dangerous!!

[denicio7]

Originally Posted by Alcan

Its a wrist watch. They're mechanical devices. Occasionally mechanical devices malfunction. That's why you have a 2 year warranty.

This is just like the logic I used on my daughter: it is a fish, they die, that's why they are only 4 bucks at Petco

[HL65]

Originally Posted by denicio7

This is just like the logic I used on my daughter: it is a fish, they die, that's why they are only 4 bucks at Petco

At least you'll get it back and all will be fine in time!!

[ersnyder]

Take it in, the sooner the better! Get the YM while you're there because they won't have a "loaner!"

[wdalew5]

send it to me....I will wrap it around a hockey puck and..........remember the commercial?

[Rikki]

Sounds like the axle just needs some lube. Lately a new minimalist approach to oiling has crept into servicing watches is some cases it's warranted but sometimes I think it's just too little for the job. Quite a few of the newer Rolexes that come in for service seem to me to be underoiled just my opinion. I service 15 to 25 Rolexes a week and this seems to be the trend. Rikki

[denicio7]

i have it layed out nicely on my desk on a soft cloth - i pulled out the crown to stop the movement - i can't get to the AD until later this week and my plan is to leave my credit card at home!!!! i can't send my wife in - she will come out with another rolex and probably something nice for herself for the effort!!!!!

[garGARgar]

Good luck on your future new purchase.

[threemonkeys]

Please rest assured that all of us at TRF are here for you in your time of need. If there's anything we can do to alleviate your (hopefully) short-term pain, please do not hesitate to let us know.*
*offer excludes the purchase of a replacement GMTIIc and is specific to postings both public and private illustrating, at posters discretion, the concept of loss and sadness (i.e. emoticons).

[dalip]

Very unfortunate...But RSC will have it good as new in no time...(well some time judging by returns lately)...

Sorry to hear ....

Definitely sounds lie you need another purchase to take the sting away and make the missing period easier!!!!!!!

[denicio7]

Originally Posted by Rikki

Sounds like the axle just needs some lube. Lately a new minimalist approach to oiling has crept into servicing watches is some cases it's warranted but sometimes I think it's just too little for the job. Quite a few of the newer Rolexes that come in for service seem to me to be underoiled just my opinion. I service 15 to 25 Rolexes a week and this seems to be the trend. Rikki

Thanks Rik. This is a U series GMT - just got it in December from a very reputable local AD. I am hoping that this can be resolved fairly quickly and easily (and cheaply, under warranty )

[Puffy]

time for a service i reckon....

and great chance to stock up on that YM...

[rms]

Originally Posted by usbzoso

very sad indeed hope they fix it soon, i would not recommend running with your Rolex on or any automatic watch ... get something like G-shock perfect running watch.

Really? Don't run with your Rolex on? I've been running, swimming, basketball playing, Harley riding etc., for years with my Rolexes and have never had 1 problem. Aren't Rolexes built to be durable tool watches?

[Andad]

Sorry to hear about your Rolex. The AD will have it fixed in no time.
I am sure that running while wearing it would not have caused a problem.

[mjclark32]

Unfortunate, but at least it will be resolved.

[SWIMPRUF]

Don't worry, RSC is the man.

[77T]

[touchy-feely] I feel your pain - the empty space on your wrist will help you appreciate the timepiece all the more when it returns to its rightful place...[/touchy-feely]

Now why would you run with a Rolex in the first place? Not that running should cause a mechanical issue in the movement itself - I agree with others stating it ought to be able to withstand the exercise.

But other things can result from running with a Rolex:

- A slip/trip/fall could cause significant road rash to the lovely bracelet/case/crystal. In 30 years of running I've tumbled - and as they say, there are 2 types of runners out there; those who fell and those who will fall.

- The centrifugal force on the bracelet links will eventually accelerate the inevitable stretch - maybe double the stress of normal use if you're a runner doing 30+ miles a week.

- In the unlikely event that a springbar released, the consequences are dire. You might consider a NATO for the runs to avoid stretch or unintended release.

- You miss out on the countdown timers, negative split calc's., etc. that inexpensive running watches offer. I'd love a running complication in a Rolex so audible cues could help me pace and sprint at the right intervals.

Not ranting on you at all - just saying there are good reasons to leave the precious one at home when you go for the run...