Submariner Service Question

[tx02ag]

Question for the experts:

I have a 6 year old Submariner that is running great. Very accurate.

However, the crown requires a LOT of force to screw/unscrew. Very hard to get it started, then it is easy for about 3/4 of a turn, then very difficult again.

My question is would it be prudent to have it serviced just for this single issue, or just wait until something else necessitates a service and have it addressed then.

It seems likely that the triplock would still be fully functional even if this is a crossthread or foreign body that has worked its way onto the crown.

Thanks in advance.

[siempreko]

I would recommend that you send it in. Obviously, you are not in need of a full service. Just have them inspect and repair the crown. In the meantime, do not go anywhere near water!


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[ppalasthira]

Originally Posted by siempreko

i would recommend that you send it in. Obviously, you are not in need of a full service. Just have them inspect and repair the crown. In the meantime, do not go anywhere near water!


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+1

[padi56]

Originally Posted by siempreko

I would recommend that you send it in. Obviously, you are not in need of a full service. Just have them inspect and repair the crown. In the meantime, do not go anywhere near water!


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If the crown tube is damaged in any way the watch must be stripped down so will need a full service. And would doubt if it would have any W/R problem as long as crown can screw down just finger tight.

[RichM]

Send it in.

[Dennisoul]

I’d send it in for a service, it’ll take all the head work out of it....you’ll be glad you did, it’ll come back like a new watch and another 2 year guarantee.....the thing is with theae type of things if you’ve got OCD like myself once you notice it you can’t unsee it...£500 is cheap for peace of mind for your beautiful watch.

[Bladeshot]

Send it in. It’s nearly time for a full service and you have an issue that will cause further expense if it’s not watertight.

[tx02ag]

Thanks all. Will send it to Dallas.

[ZOOK]

Originally Posted by tx02ag

Thanks all. Will send it to Dallas.

OP, you may be over tightening the Submariner and your other watches. One of the watchmaker forum members, Bas 'searchart' posted recently that when he has to replace a crown assembly, it is usually because the owner has been over tightening the watch. As Peter 'padi56' said above, finger tight is enough.

[strafer_kid]

Getting it checked out sounds like the way to go, and a service will clearly remove any doubts.

[Tools]

Clean the threads and give them a coat of grease. That's how they come lubed from the factory..

[SS Oyster]

Originally Posted by Tools

Clean the threads and give them a coat of grease. That's how they come lubed from the factory..

I would NOT. Leave the service to the experts. Something is wrong with your threads, which brings WT into doubt. Sounds like you have already decided to send it in - good move. I’d just get full service because if anything with threads got into the tube to movement, you don’t want to risk your 3135 movement, plus, once serviced, you’ll have another 10yrs until next time around, so just do it early.

Let us know what they find.

Some people tighten too hard to either to ensure water integrity, but not necessary or to try to get the crown to straight upright. I suggest you listen to Padi on the finger tight recommendation.


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[Wizardly]

When you say 'finger tight' that can be very subjective. I tighten mine until it doesn't turn anymore. I guess I am using a decent amount of torque with my fingers. How do you know if it's too much?