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Old 18 February 2016, 01:12 AM   #1
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Icon8 2 year old 114060 keeps breaking

Already 2 trips to the service center low power reserve and crown stem got broken for no reason, never dropped, watch still in mint condition less than 2 years old.
Should I sell it and get something else, I'm tired of that unreliable junk.
Rolex should give me a replacement or extend the warranty, I don't want to have another trip and wait and pay service money as soon as warranty expires.
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Old 18 February 2016, 01:23 AM   #2
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Wow that definitely does sound not typical to Rolex, and VERY frustrating! Manufacturing defects can/do happen, but surprised that issues keep popping up. Doesn't Rolex warranty the movement for 2 years when serviced at RSC? Wouldn't go as far as calling it complete junk, but sounds like it might be time to move it and move on. Good luck getting this sorted out, it'll all work out in the end.

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Old 18 February 2016, 01:28 AM   #3
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1st one that I got from that ad had a chipped crystal from under and replaced it after refund and now this disaster of a watch, I cant believe I paid £5000 for that
how did it pass the quality control do they employ blind people at rolex?
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Old 18 February 2016, 01:29 AM   #4
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Never heard of such issues on a new watch ...post some pics if you can
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Old 18 February 2016, 01:31 AM   #5
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1st one that I got from that ad had a chipped crystal from under and replaced it after refund and now this disaster of a watch, I cant believe I paid £5000 for that
how did it pass the quality control do they employ blind people at rolex?
Do you per chance wind it or set the time whilst it is on your wrist?
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Old 18 February 2016, 01:36 AM   #6
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Never heard of such issues on a new watch ...post some pics if you can
1st watch was returned on the next day so I don't have any photos, this one is sent for servicing as there is trouble with the winding crown, watch stops and unable to set time.
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Old 18 February 2016, 01:38 AM   #7
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Do you per chance wind it or set the time whilst it is on your wrist?
no i didn't, they said at the service center that something got loose inside and took it in.
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Old 18 February 2016, 01:44 AM   #8
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As stated above...they are mass produced and occasionally there will be issues but to have continuing issues after service is extremely unusual...sell it and buy from a reputable seller here
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Old 18 February 2016, 01:49 AM   #9
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I feel your pain, my Omega Aqua Terra has gone back two times as the first time they did not fix the issue. Now it is perfect, and I am a happy camper. These things happen, it is a great watch and as you can tell from forum posts, most people do not have issues with new Rolex models. Hang in there if you love the watch, it will be worth it to wait ... again...
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Old 18 February 2016, 03:11 AM   #10
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Ouch, that sucks. Sounds like you may have gotten a lemon. These exist in any mass production line. Maybe sell it after the watch has been fixed and move on to another reference or a bnib piece.
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Old 18 February 2016, 03:26 AM   #11
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That's too bad, sounds like a lemon for sure. I know how that can shake your confidence, I once bought a AP Panda brand new from AD and it lasted 24 hours - stopped, then the bracelet broke in my hands. Doesn't make a great first impression - Dealer replaced it with a new one but it really freaked me out about the brand... Best of luck!
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Old 18 February 2016, 04:25 AM   #12
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That's too bad, sounds like a lemon for sure. I know how that can shake your confidence, I once bought a AP Panda brand new from AD and it lasted 24 hours - stopped, then the bracelet broke in my hands. Doesn't make a great first impression - Dealer replaced it with a new one but it really freaked me out about the brand... Best of luck!
yeah it did shake my confidence in the brand, I no longer want any expensive watch, from what I see its not worth paying 5 grand and upwards for a mediocre product that needs expensive maintenance and is so fragile.
in the past 2 weeks I had to take 2 full day trips to rolex centre and I'm still without a watch. they told me its all fine a week after crown breaks and that's a submariner supposedly one of the toughest watches.
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Old 18 February 2016, 04:33 AM   #13
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I'd give it another chance, kind of like being struck by lightening odds are it will never happen again...

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Old 18 February 2016, 04:49 AM   #14
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Speechless.

I can understand one trip to address issues but two in less than two years? Your watch as claimed is also mint?!?! Wow.
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Old 18 February 2016, 05:20 AM   #15
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yeah it did shake my confidence in the brand, I no longer want any expensive watch, from what I see its not worth paying 5 grand and upwards for a mediocre product that needs expensive maintenance and is so fragile.
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A Rolex isn't for everybody.. G Shock makes an excellent and durable product.
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Old 18 February 2016, 05:23 AM   #16
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Why make another thread on this? I can understand you're dissapointed (angry even) but no need to call Rolex junk.
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Old 18 February 2016, 05:27 AM   #17
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Speechless.

I can understand one trip to address issues but two in less than two years? Your watch as claimed is also mint?!?! Wow.
its been two trips in the past two weeks not years.
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Old 18 February 2016, 05:33 AM   #18
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Why make another thread on this? I can understand you're dissapointed (angry even) but no need to call Rolex junk.
I can understand your fascination with the brand, but I'm just sharing my experiences, my rolex is junk as its broken again after a recent visit to service center it was supposed to be 'all fine' that's what the man in the white coat said. I was too fascinated with it and thought its indestructible, tough and reliable but the bubble have burst.
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I would feel the same like you if happened to me, sell the lemon
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Old 18 February 2016, 08:23 AM   #20
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A Rolex isn't for everybody.. G Shock makes an excellent and durable product.
Would totally agree - they are not for everybody, and if someone is looking strictly for value for money and heavy durability etc, there are easier and less costly routes to go down. The same could be said for a lot of other expensive high end products however. Even given the Rolex excellent design and construction, I would still show them a lot of respect in general use. That said, the OP seems to have been very unlucky with that Sub - it can be put right and hopefully won't put him off altogether.
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Old 18 February 2016, 08:30 AM   #21
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Already 2 trips to the service center low power reserve and crown stem got broken for no reason, never dropped, watch still in mint condition less than 2 years old.
Should I sell it and get something else, I'm tired of that unreliable junk.
Rolex should give me a replacement or extend the warranty, I don't want to have another trip and wait and pay service money as soon as warranty expires.
I feel super bad for you bro.
Knock on wood, I've never had an issue with a Rolex, not once. All of my watches have different magnification on the cyclops though
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they told me its all fine a week after crown breaks and that's a submariner supposedly one of the toughest watches.
A Submariner isn't more shock resistant or made from tougher movement parts than any other Rolex. It has a case designed for higher water resistance, but that's where it ends. Lots of assumptions are made-up about this issue, that one thing (WR) translates to another ("ruggedness"), but that's just wishful thinking and hopefulness based on Rolex marketing imagery.

Sorry to hear you got a lemon. If you want your faith restored in spending that kind of money and getting quality well above the price, pick up a Grand Seiko. They really have no equal when it comes to quality/value-per-$ in the SS Rolex price range and examples don't leave their studio already buggered.
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Old 20 February 2016, 12:46 AM   #23
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My watch was supposed to be repaired within 10 days, phoned rsc and they said its going to be another 2 weeks because they are busy. 3 weeks ago they returned the watch to me saying there is nothing wrong with it when was making noise from the crown side of the watch when moved or slightly shaken. Later crown problem appeared it was stiff and no longer engaging to set time, no more noise from the watch. Never expected this from a new submariner that was barely worn over the 2 years. We will see how it goes.
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yeah it did shake my confidence in the brand, I no longer want any expensive watch, from what I see its not worth paying 5 grand and upwards for a mediocre product that needs expensive maintenance and is so fragile.
in the past 2 weeks I had to take 2 full day trips to rolex centre and I'm still without a watch. they told me its all fine a week after crown breaks and that's a submariner supposedly one of the toughest watches.
Bummer. But really, what you're going through is not typical for a Rolex. I've had troubles with Breitlings and Omegas but never an R. Best of luck.
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Old 20 February 2016, 03:19 AM   #25
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don't be frustrated , it does happen, no watch company is perfect ( Rolex ALMOST is)..:)
keep at it..
Sub's are superb amazing pieces...

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After several years with multiple Rolex and Tudors and not the slightest hint of issue other that perhaps need for regulation on one watch (running fast); I'd make the assertion that it's the wearer and not the watch that's at fault. Sort of like the old GIGO computer adage.
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Old 20 February 2016, 04:42 AM   #27
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yeah it did shake my confidence in the brand, I no longer want any expensive watch, from what I see its not worth paying 5 grand and upwards for a mediocre product that needs expensive maintenance and is so fragile.
in the past 2 weeks I had to take 2 full day trips to rolex centre and I'm still without a watch. they told me its all fine a week after crown breaks and that's a submariner supposedly one of the toughest watches.
ever heard of ferrari? rolex is about 1000 times more reliable yet both have the same distinction as cream of the crop.
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Old 20 February 2016, 06:01 AM   #28
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Sorry for your troubles Mat - every brand has lemons, even Rolex....try again with a new one. I currently own 6 and have had the good fortune to own over 20 and never had an issue. Truly, your experience is the exception and not the rule.

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Old 20 February 2016, 09:18 AM   #29
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After several years with multiple Rolex and Tudors and not the slightest hint of issue other that perhaps need for regulation on one watch (running fast); I'd make the assertion that it's the wearer and not the watch that's at fault. Sort of like the old GIGO computer adage.
how is this my fault and not the watch, my sub is less than 2 years old and would pass as two weeks old only few scuffs and hairline scratches, never in water or dropped, just normal wear while sitting, walking, driving no sports yet the watch has power reserve problems and crown broken from the inside.
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Get it Fixed.. trade it in for a new version with the 10 year interval
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