Multiple Rolex owners.

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I have never had any issues in the 20+ years I've worn Rolex.

Usually, a full wind first (as noted by others) and then a couple of gentle shakes is all it takes. That works everytime regardless of how long the watch had been idle. Each watch does seem to start up a little different but then once it is going I just put it on and forget about.

A properly maintained Rolex movement is pretty much bullet proof!