126710 blro noise

[Macnavara]

Hi all

Has anybody noticed when unscrewing the crown on the 126710 it clicks like its winding....is this normal....also the rotor noise is very noticeable....i can hear it at arms length...again is this normal as ive got a new movement in my sd43 but it doesnt make either of these noises

[pepsiretail]

Yes I have and contacted Rolex directly about it. I was told it is related to the new calibre/internal design. Nothing to worry about, I actually like the sound.

I haven’t noticed the rotor noise though.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by pepsiretail

Yes I have and contacted Rolex directly about it. I was told it is related to the new calibre/internal design. Nothing to worry about, I actually like the sound.

I haven’t noticed the rotor noise though.

Interesting....thanks for that....can you hear the rotor if you put it to your ear and move it around...i know this new movement sounds different due to the bearings but it sounds quite nasty to me...

[pepsiretail]

Originally Posted by Macnavara

Interesting....thanks for that....can you hear the rotor if you put it to your ear and move it around...i know this new movement sounds different due to the bearings but it sounds quite nasty to me...

I’m not hearing that but there is a little noise in the café and am trying to avoid appearing odd to others by checking to closely. That said, I really never noticed it but the first time I unscrewed the crown I immediately did.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by pepsiretail

I’m not hearing that but there is a little noise in the café and am trying to avoid appearing odd to others by checking to closely. That said, I really never noticed it but the first time I unscrewed the crown I immediately did.

Thanks for trying...perhaps you could let me know later when its a bit quieter if its no trouble

[pepsiretail]

Originally Posted by Macnavara

Thanks for trying...perhaps you could let me know later when its a bit quieter if its no trouble

I will do, you have peaked my curiosity.

[Largoshark]

I haven't noticed this on my CHNR, which uses the same movement. However, I did experience this with my Milgauss, and it never became a problem. I don't think you have anything to worry about as long as your watch is functioning normally.

[MikeyV]

My new DJ41 clicks when unscrewing the crown, and clicks when winding, noticeably.

It's in teh shop new for poor timekeeping, I don't think it's related. Seems a lot of the 3235 (etc) do it.

I'll be interested to see if it still clicks when I get it back.

[CoveWatch]

I have not noticed it but will now listen for it next time I wear my BLRO

[alexintheair]

It's normal because of the new movement use the different bearing.

[pepsiretail]

I can confirm, after trying to hear the rotor winding noise in a very quite area, that mine does not make this sound. Not sure what the deal is with yours but I hope you keep us posted. Best of luck.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by pepsiretail

I can confirm, after trying to hear the rotor winding noise in a very quite area, that mine does not make this sound. Not sure what the deal is with yours but I hope you keep us posted. Best of luck.

Thanks for checking....perhaps ill have it checked next time im near rsc

[Bladeshot]

I noticed a clicking sound when unscrewing the crown. It’s the same clicking I hear when winding. It bothered me a little but I suspected it was normal.... nice to hear another confirm they understand that when unscrewing the crown we may hear the clicking...

The rotor does make more noise, but it’s not something I would have noticed.


Yep. Mine is on a 97200 Sub bracelet. I just prefer this to the Jubilee. I never could make myself brush the PCL on my 116719, so I sold it, twice.... this one scratches the itch.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by Bladeshot

I noticed a clicking sound when unscrewing the crown. It’s the same clicking I hear when winding. It bothered me a little but I suspected it was normal.... nice to hear another confirm they understand that when unscrewing the crown we may hear the clicking...

The rotor does make more noise, but it’s not something I would have noticed.


Yep. Mine is on a 97200 Sub bracelet. I just prefer this to the Jubilee. I never could make myself brush the PCL on my 116719, so I sold it, twice.... this one scratches the itch.

That looks awesome.....what spring bars did you use....does it fit perfect and secure....very tempted to do this to mine

[Bladeshot]

Originally Posted by Macnavara

That looks awesome.....what spring bars did you use....does it fit perfect and secure....very tempted to do this to mine

This requires the BLRO springbars, which are a little smaller than the ones that come with the glidelock bracelet. Some members have cautioned me that the bars being the wrong size (smaller diameter) may be an issue; may result in a failure. The thing is rock solid and I feel like it will be fine. Just wanted to mention it.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by Bladeshot

This requires the BLRO springbars, which are a little smaller than the ones that come with the glidelock bracelet. Some members have cautioned me that the bars being the wrong size (smaller diameter) may be an issue; may result in a failure. The thing is rock solid and I feel like it will be fine. Just wanted to mention it.

Cool..ill give it a go when my new bergeon tweezers turn up

Ive also notice that the bezel is a bit more slippy to try turn as it doesnt feel as serrated as my blnr....have you noticed this too

[Bladeshot]

Originally Posted by Macnavara

Cool..ill give it a go when my new bergeon tweezers turn up



Ive also notice that the bezel is a bit more slippy to try turn as it doesnt feel as serrated as my blnr....have you noticed this too

Feels the same as the BLNR I had, from what I remember. I’ve not noticed a difference.

[Bladeshot]

Originally Posted by Bladeshot

This requires the BLRO springbars, which are a little smaller than the ones that come with the glidelock bracelet. Some members have cautioned me that the bars being the wrong size (smaller diameter) may be an issue; may result in a failure. The thing is rock solid and I feel like it will be fine. Just wanted to mention it.

I stand corrected. After seeing the questions about whether the 97200 glidelock bracelet fit the GMT 126710BLRO, I went home, got out my magnification and looked closer. I can report that on my 126710BLRO the smaller springbars that came with the BLRO in fact do NOT fit properly. The 97200 glidelock bracelet was NOT secure. One end of each springbar slid into the hole, but the opposite end did not.

I was quite un-nerved when I realized I’d been wearing it with only one end of the springbar in one hole. The other end did not drop into the hole. I’ve made a couple posts where I stated that my 97200 fit but I needed to correct that error.

It does not fit. I have removed it from the head. If you plan to enjoy the 126710BLRO, plan to enjoy it on the OEM jubilee. Cheers.

[airchitect]

Just tried this with mine. Can confirm a whoosh when I flip my arm.

[spurwar]

I only recently noticed the clicking when unscrewing the crown on my SD43. I have had it over a year and I don't recall it doing that previously (but likely that I just never paid attention). Glad to hear it is due to the new movement and is not an issue.

[Macnavara]

Thanks for all the replies....good to know its normal

[mmmmp]

Originally Posted by Macnavara

Thanks for all the replies....good to know its normal

Your post piqued (or 'peaked') my interest too. My DJ41 does it too. I never would have noticed unless I held it up to my ear. (A situation that would never happen when adjusting a watch.) There doesn't seem to be any rotor noise and with my current -2/-3 accuracy, I'm technically happy with the performance. Your watch is probably fine.

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[Castlesinthesky]

another mine does the same here

[easterbunny]

Originally Posted by Castlesinthesky

another mine does the same here

Me too.

[brucethemanlee]

On my blro

My crown clicks went winding but primarily after 30-40 winds or when the winding power is maxed

I hear the rotor quite easily be my other watches


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[Nikrnic]

I do hear a slight more rotor noise on my new calibre 3235 DJ41 but no crown clicking noises.

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[Macnavara]

Cheers for replies

[Flyoverguy]

Rolex wants to make it sound like you are pouring soda out of the can.

[Macnavara]

Wow..thanks for the heads up...gutted as i was hoping to make up the same combo but if its not secure back to the drawing board for me

[iamtotie]

I noticed the noise also when you try to shake the watch near you ear while holding the bracelet firm (to avoid bracelet shaking). I thought this is not normal.

also, I compared the winding feeling from a hulk submariner, the BLRO is a bit scratchy when winding. I thought I got a fake watch.

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