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2th Dr · 21 February 2009, 05:26 AM

Just wondering...

All my Rolexes were purchased from reputable grey dealers. On my first one, the TT Yacht-Master, The caseback grain is perfectly parallel with the long axis of the watch. On the other two Rolexes, both DateJusts, they are slightly askew, one to the left, and the other to the right. How many of you have yours lined up perfectly? I guess this would be a similar question to a previous thread about the coronet on the crown lining up.
Discuss...

Thomas · 21 February 2009, 05:43 AM

what is "caseback grain"?

BigHat · 21 February 2009, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Thomas

what is "caseback grain"?

The buff pattern I suspect.

No clue what he means by "lining up." If this is like trying to assert that the position of a screwed in piece like the case back (ala the crown) is supposed be aligned in some way well... of course it doesn't matter.

2th Dr · 21 February 2009, 05:47 AM

I was referring to the grain of the metal on the back cover of the watch.

2th Dr · 21 February 2009, 05:49 AM

Okay, I'll try to simplify it. Grain = direction of the lines on the case back. Line up = run parellel with the 12 oclock to 6 oclock axis.

BigHat · 21 February 2009, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Okay, I'll try to simplify it. Grain = direction of the lines on the case back. Line up = run parellel with the 12 oclock to 6 oclock axis.

Forgive me for saying, but who gives a crap? Are certainly are blazing new ground among the anal retentive types though so I salute you for that.

You were right from the start in your initial caveat regarding the crown. If the crown isn't aligned why would they bother with the caseback? It's a screwed in case, against an O-ring to a specified torque. How the hell are they going to make that line up with so much variation? I never even noticed my caseback's "grain."

Thomas · 21 February 2009, 07:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2th DR

Okay, I'll try to simplify it. Grain = direction of the lines on the case back. Line up = run parellel with the 12 oclock to 6 oclock axis.

You've got way too much time on your hands if you noticed that. If the crown on the winding stem happens to be straight up when fully screwed in or your "caseback grain" all goes the same direction this just happens by accident when assembled.

WatchTimes · 21 February 2009, 05:56 AM

None of mine "line up" they do the case backs before they
go on the watch..

Odds of it lining up are about the same as odds of a crown lining up.

WOW you musta been bored to notice that... I oogle my watches non stop and
never even bothered looking at that before.

Mark
If you want perfection in all elements of the watch look at an AP or PP BUT plan on
adding QUITE a bit to the price.... Only a watch that is really done by hand will you get
that anal of attention to detail....

Do you suffer from a mild case of OCD by some chance??? (nope, not meants as an insult
I have my own OCD's but watch grain sure isnt it)

2th Dr · 21 February 2009, 06:09 AM

Sorry I asked guys. I was just making an observation.

BigHat · 21 February 2009, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Sorry I asked guys. I was just making an observation.

Well, my apologies for being terse, but I think there are many aspects on fit and finish that really don't matter and would be impossible to control OR add enormously to the price of the watch.

I haven't checked this, but I'd bet that a triple lock crown probably "locks" down at about 90 degrees arc or more during a 5 year period between services as the o-rings seat etc. Additionally, what's "locked"? There is no torque setting for finger tight. If the crown happened to align when new, would you send it in for repair if it wasn't vertical after a year? Same thing with the caseback.

But it's certainly as valid a question as the crown though. I just never gave it any thought.

Have a good afternoon.

WatchTimes · 21 February 2009, 06:22 AM

well, really what do you expect?

Its not hand made piece or anything like that...

Its just part of the assembly line..............

Only handmade items get that kinda care

East Bay Rider · 21 February 2009, 08:23 AM

I have never checked until now. Mine runs approx 2:00-8:00. Now I know even more about my watch.

ROLEX MAN · 21 February 2009, 09:06 AM

mine doesn't line up, it would be a miricale if it does, but I understand your perfectionism!

I'M THE SAME!!

Idle Swede · 21 February 2009, 09:10 AM

Simple remedy, just give it a few polish strokes from 12 to 8 and it's done.

Toxicant · 21 February 2009, 09:42 AM

I have 5 Rolxes and all the case backs and crowns line up perfectly.

Z-Sub · 21 February 2009, 10:16 AM

Lion · 21 February 2009, 11:10 AM

As I say each to their own when they look over/observe their watches for any deviations. If some of these factors are important to you so be it. You know, whatever floats your boat!!! But above all else be happy and content with the toys you purchase!!!

Wildwing · 21 February 2009, 11:59 AM

Guys, Rolex's are mostly made by robots. Get used to it.

KJacques · 21 February 2009, 12:10 PM

Something I would never have thought to have noticed. Congratulations, a thread that takes Rolex obsessive compulsive disorders to a new level.

21 February 2009, 05:26 AM	#1
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Caseback grain Just wondering... All my Rolexes were purchased from reputable grey dealers. On my first one, the TT Yacht-Master, The caseback grain is perfectly parallel with the long axis of the watch. On the other two Rolexes, both DateJusts, they are slightly askew, one to the left, and the other to the right. How many of you have yours lined up perfectly? I guess this would be a similar question to a previous thread about the coronet on the crown lining up. Discuss...

21 February 2009, 05:56 AM	#8
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	None of mine "line up" they do the case backs before they go on the watch.. Odds of it lining up are about the same as odds of a crown lining up. WOW you musta been bored to notice that... I oogle my watches non stop and never even bothered looking at that before. Mark If you want perfection in all elements of the watch look at an AP or PP BUT plan on adding QUITE a bit to the price.... Only a watch that is really done by hand will you get that anal of attention to detail.... Do you suffer from a mild case of OCD by some chance??? (nope, not meants as an insult I have my own OCD's but watch grain sure isnt it) __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

21 February 2009, 06:22 AM	#11
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	well, really what do you expect? Its not hand made piece or anything like that... Its just part of the assembly line.............. Only handmade items get that kinda care __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

21 February 2009, 08:23 AM	#12
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,073	I have never checked until now. Mine runs approx 2:00-8:00. Now I know even more about my watch. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

21 February 2009, 09:06 AM	#13
ROLEX MAN 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: Home and Away Watch: you? "YES PLEASE"! Posts: 3,719	mine doesn't line up, it would be a miricale if it does, but I understand your perfectionism! I'M THE SAME!! __________________ *it's not just about telling the time...* *happy rolexing...* I'm just a man with a passion

21 February 2009, 05:43 AM	#2
Thomas Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 625	what is "caseback grain"?

21 February 2009, 05:47 AM	#4
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	I was referring to the grain of the metal on the back cover of the watch.

21 February 2009, 05:49 AM	#5
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Okay, I'll try to simplify it. Grain = direction of the lines on the case back. Line up = run parellel with the 12 oclock to 6 oclock axis.

21 February 2009, 06:09 AM	#9
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Sorry I asked guys. I was just making an observation.

21 February 2009, 09:10 AM	#14
Idle Swede Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Leo Location: Boca Raton Posts: 13,820	Simple remedy, just give it a few polish strokes from 12 to 8 and it's done.

21 February 2009, 09:42 AM	#15
Toxicant "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Ron Location: Maine, USA Posts: 374	I have 5 Rolxes and all the case backs and crowns line up perfectly. __________________ Time is precious, regulate it with class.

21 February 2009, 10:16 AM	#16
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21 February 2009, 11:10 AM	#17
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	As I say each to their own when they look over/observe their watches for any deviations. If some of these factors are important to you so be it. You know, whatever floats your boat!!! But above all else be happy and content with the toys you purchase!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

21 February 2009, 11:59 AM	#18
Wildwing "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 593	Guys, Rolex's are mostly made by robots. Get used to it.

21 February 2009, 12:10 PM	#19
KJacques "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: USA Watch: the skies Posts: 1,250	Something I would never have thought to have noticed. Congratulations, a thread that takes Rolex obsessive compulsive disorders to a new level.

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