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9 September 2012, 08:00 AM | #1 |
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Oysterquartz queston............
Hello folks,
Just picked up an OQ, but it's loosing time (a lot actually), does it need a battery change? Or service? just noticed that the past 7 min or so the minute hand didn't advance. As always your input is greatly appreciated. |
9 September 2012, 09:20 AM | #2 |
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Start with the battery and a new gasket.
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9 September 2012, 09:21 AM | #3 | |
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Try put in a new battery....I used Maxell SR44W battery. Make sure you buy the silver oxide type since they're better and consistent than the alkaline type.
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9 September 2012, 11:39 AM | #4 |
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new battery should fix that , how old is the battery in there now any idea?
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9 September 2012, 12:55 PM | #5 |
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I don't know how old the battery is. It seems like I will need the contact cover also, it is broken from one side.
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9 September 2012, 01:38 PM | #6 |
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i think the OQ has a battery eol indicator that would not affect the time but only the ticking frequency... if its an older one with no service history, i'd get it a full service from a rsc only. the OQ is a quartz but still needs a good cleaning every 10 years or so and it's usually not something done since it can cost more than a rsc overhaul rate. if you got a good deal on it ($1500 - $2000), i'd get a full service if its a keeper.
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9 September 2012, 04:45 PM | #7 |
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Get it serviced!
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10 September 2012, 05:39 AM | #9 |
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So I finally talk to the seller, and he told me that the battery was changed 2 months ago. I am thinking one of the driving wheels could be damaged. I am taking it to RCS this week.
One more thing if someone has a 5 mil serial number 17000 will you please pos t some pictures of the clasp flaps? Thank you! |
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10 September 2012, 07:21 AM | #11 |
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The more I see them . . . .
Gonna start looking for one . . . before they get to expensive ;-) HAGWe |
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