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31 December 2016, 02:23 PM | #1 |
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Will RSC tune older watches to +2/-2 when serviced?
For example, I have a 2013 GMT BLNR in for a new crystal replacement at Dallas RSC and since it was running anywhere from +4 to +7.5sec/day, I am having them re calibrate back to COSC. Now, since its the same make/model as the GMT from when they started guaranteeing +2/-2. Should I expect it to some back +2/-2 day? It the same watch. I assume with the same parts, oils, etc. I assume the process is the same for calibrating a watch would be the same weather it's a 2013 or a 2015 (or when ever started the +2/-2).
Or is there a difference in the newer watches that are being guaranteed +2/-2 of which i'm not aware?
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31 December 2016, 05:06 PM | #2 |
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Last time I was in RSC Hong Kong I asked that very question, their answer was they can regulate to +2/-2 a day if it is the newer movements. For all older movements they are aiming for COSC.
Don't know how "official" that is but that's the answer I got. a watch is meant to be worn |
31 December 2016, 07:56 PM | #3 |
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Hmm, does it matter? I'd say that's definitely up to the owner of the particular watch and how it's performing.
I for one am very happy with the +2/-2 spec/performance. I don't have to adjust my 214270 & 216570 at all in a month and they're accurate within the minute. But hey, the guy asked a question and I gave the info as I received it. To regulate or not is really up to him. a watch is meant to be worn |
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Will RSC tune older watches to +2/-2 when serviced?
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And thank you for answering my question. And it was a question out of curiosity. Will I send the watch back if it's not +2/-2 out of the gate? No, of course not. Would I have sent the watch in for only calibration? Again, no. It was simple a question I had and thought others have might wondered the same. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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31 December 2016, 11:23 PM | #8 |
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3-4 weeks? Sounds about right. RSC HK quotes that turnaround time everytime I take my watches in for service.
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31 December 2016, 11:49 PM | #9 |
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In the end, regardless of how accurately the watch comes through RSC regulation >>>> YMMV. In fact, I'll even go out on a limb and say it will vary.
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I'm talking London RSC however my GMT IIc is currently at +1.3 sec per day over 7.5 days so far using Watch Tracker app. I'm pretty sure it was only running around +3 anyway before. lol. I'll be obsessed for a month then I'll forget about it.
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Do you call in and give them a heads up before sending your watch to the RSC? Or do you just send it in with contact info included so they follow-up with you upon receipt?
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Calling in advance will not really speed anything up. They have one section that handles warranty repairs and returns. It just depends on their work load at the time and the nature of your watch issue. If it requires to be serviced again you still are looking at 4 -6 weeks. You can download the service form from the Rolex web site.
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I would think so...especially a newer watch like the BLNR. That should be low hanging fruit, IMO.
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If I wanted 100% accuracy, I would be wearing quartz.
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Exactly. I just don't care enough to get worked up over a few seconds here and there.
That being said, to each his own. I hope the watch comes back regulated to your satisfaction OP. Then forget all that and enjoy it!! :) |
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As mentioned many times around this forum, -2 +2 is still only an average over a period of time. My newly serviced GMT IIc is currently running an average of +1.4s, however that is based on 38 data points over (currently) 11.6 days so far using Watch Tracker app.
BUT, my point is that my watch is still only within the -4 +6 on a day by day basis. Some of the data points are as high as +3.8s in 12 hours, and as low as -0.6s in a 12 hours period. Jees, we need to stop looking and keep enjoying! PMSL. ;)
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If full service, I'd expect the new standard +2/-2 would be the target. Agree with your position of saying you wouldn't send it back if it wasn't at the +2/-2 (I probably wouldn't notice to be honest), but I do think its a reasonable question, and I'm curious to know the answer. May be worth calling them up and asking. |
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Agreed with all the above :)
One I do is enjoy this watch. Apart from when I had a brief spell with a TT Daytona, I never took it off apart from sleep and showering. Lol.
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