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iepalaci · 16 June 2011, 09:02 PM

I have a Rolex Precision ref 6694. As I unscrewed the crown to wind the watch the whole thing was pulled off when I pulled on it. What could have been damaged?

Thanks

crowncollection · 17 June 2011, 10:24 AM

either not screwed in properly at the set lever screw or you broke the winding stem i would say, but maybe some real experts can tell you as i am not a qualified watchmaker, i have just learnt from my years collecting and expereince having experienced the same problem a few times and from what my watchmaker friend told me was my problem.

EverydayCats · 17 June 2011, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by iepalaci

I have a Rolex Precision ref 6694. As I unscrewed the crown to wind the watch the whole thing was pulled off when I pulled on it. What could have been damaged?

Thanks

Does the stem part that you have in your hand appear to be broken? If you have a magnifier or lupe you should be able to see it quite clearly. I suspect the set screw worked loose and it may be a simple repair.

Rikki · 17 June 2011, 11:37 AM

Most likely the set screw on the set lever is loose or broken. To repair take the back off reinsert the stem and crown and tighten the screw if it doesn't tighten it is broken so dial comes off to get to the set lever to remove the rest of the broken screw. It is a job for a watchmaker. Rikki

iepalaci · 17 June 2011, 03:41 PM

Thanks for the replies, the stem doesn't seem to be broken (a bit dirty though) Name: Picture2.jpg
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Attaching picture so you'll have a better idea for your "diagnosis"

Thanks again

EverydayCats · 18 June 2011, 02:19 AM

Yep, It doesn't look broken, but send it away for a cleaning and repair. That is a nice vintage watch and hopefully only a service/cleaning and reattachment of the stem is all that is needed.

AJSM · 18 June 2011, 02:12 AM

There is a lot of RUST on the stem. There is more than likely RUST in the movement. Send it to Rik.

16 June 2011, 09:02 PM	#1
iepalaci "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Philippines Posts: 4	Help on Rolex Precision I have a Rolex Precision ref 6694. As I unscrewed the crown to wind the watch the whole thing was pulled off when I pulled on it. What could have been damaged? Thanks

17 June 2011, 10:24 AM	#2
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	either not screwed in properly at the set lever screw or you broke the winding stem i would say, but maybe some real experts can tell you as i am not a qualified watchmaker, i have just learnt from my years collecting and expereince having experienced the same problem a few times and from what my watchmaker friend told me was my problem. __________________ watches many

17 June 2011, 11:37 AM	#4
Rikki TechXpert Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rik Dietel Location: Seminole Fla Watch: 5512 s/s Sub Posts: 1,818	Most likely the set screw on the set lever is loose or broken. To repair take the back off reinsert the stem and crown and tighten the screw if it doesn't tighten it is broken so dial comes off to get to the set lever to remove the rest of the broken screw. It is a job for a watchmaker. Rikki __________________ Century 21 Certified watchmaker Omega Service Provider Trained Omega OWME Certified. Rolex Parts Account Holder.

17 June 2011, 03:41 PM	#5
iepalaci "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Philippines Posts: 4	Thanks for the replies, the stem doesn't seem to be broken (a bit dirty though) Attaching picture so you'll have a better idea for your "diagnosis" Thanks again

18 June 2011, 02:19 AM	#6
EverydayCats Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Mars Posts: 105	Yep, It doesn't look broken, but send it away for a cleaning and repair. That is a nice vintage watch and hopefully only a service/cleaning and reattachment of the stem is all that is needed.

18 June 2011, 02:12 AM	#7
AJSM 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: CA Posts: 616	There is a lot of RUST on the stem. There is more than likely RUST in the movement. Send it to Rik.

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