Got the call but concerned about 32** problems

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by amh

Dirt, what kind of example is that? A 10k watch is not necessary. Maybe the dream watch should be postponed.

Agreed
That's the whole point for a number of people who would like to play in the ultra modern space

[JoseR]

I purchased a DJ41 in 2019 and just sold it because it wasn't getting a lot of wrist time. For the 3 years I had it, I never had a problem with the movement, and it ran within specs. Go for it and don't worry about it, you'll have a 5-year warranty and if you have any issue, RSC will take care of it. Good luck.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by nyyankees

That’s kind of an jerk like response. How do you know how long I’ve had a watch. Don’t buy it then and be scared your whole life. How ridiculous.


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From my perspective, I'll tell you what a jerk like response looks like.
It's one that may include the often touted throw away line that may include a combination of any of the following wording, "first world problem" and or "you've got a 5 year warranty" or "don't worry, just wear it".
All of which patently fail to fully take into consideration the OP's circumstances, their values, their aims in life and where they see themselves in 10, 20, 30 or so years down the track.
More importantly, they fail to fully acknowledge legitimate concerns.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by ExpatTarheel

Hi all,
I got the call. An Explorer 124270 is waiting for me at my AD. I'm headed in tomorrow to put down a down payment.

I was watching a review of the 124270 and they said there are problems with the 3230 movement, specifically that it's very hard to service. Then I look deeper and find there may be amplitude problems.

I'm still getting my Explorer. It's the watch I've wanted since I was a little girl, looking at Rolex ads in National Geographic. I wanted to talk to some more experienced hands and see what you think of this issues. Any advice will be welcome. Thanks in advance!

To address your concerns directly.
My take on it, is consider looking for a great example of a 114270 with the 31xx movement.
If I still had mine I would offer it to you at a great price
It was an absolute ripper of a watch that was made redundant after I bought my first DSSD and i loved the DSSD so much my lovely wife bought me the JC to go with it and they both have the 31xx movement which is the icing on the cake.

[Arid]

I wasn’t too concerned until it happened to me. For all those who sing the 5 year warranty praise, yes, RSC will take it in. I might even say it was a rather smooth service and my Sub was running great post service. What bothers me is that RSC can’t tell me what’s wrong or if it’s fixed for good. I take little comfort in their remarks “if it happens again, just bring it in”. So what’ll happen after the initial 5 year warranty? If the thought of it happening doesn’t bother you then go ahead. I’m not discouraging anyone from buying a 32xx piece, just sharing my experience.

[Hems]

Go for it OP...Congratulations in advance.

[nyyankees]

Originally Posted by Dirt

From my perspective, I'll tell you what a jerk like response looks like.
It's one that may include the often touted throw away line that may include a combination of any of the following wording, "first world problem" and or "you've got a 5 year warranty" or "don't worry, just wear it".
All of which patently fail to fully take into consideration the OP's circumstances, their values, their aims in life and where they see themselves in 10, 20, 30 or so years down the track.
More importantly, they fail to fully acknowledge legitimate concerns.

From my point of view a jerk like response is someone who trolls other people’s comments and makes sarcastic remarks. Sound familiar?


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[thenewrick]

Rolex has a great warranty service. If you notice it slowing down just send it in for a free service

[Devildog]

Originally Posted by nyyankees

From my point of view a jerk like response is someone who trolls other people’s comments and makes sarcastic remarks. Sound familiar?


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So how long did you have your three?

The problem more commonly appears after a few years.

[Kevin of Larchmont]

Originally Posted by Dirt

From my perspective, I'll tell you what a jerk like response looks like.
It's one that may include the often touted throw away line that may include a combination of any of the following wording, "first world problem" and or "you've got a 5 year warranty" or "don't worry, just wear it".
All of which patently fail to fully take into consideration the OP's circumstances, their values, their aims in life and where they see themselves in 10, 20, 30 or so years down the track.
More importantly, they fail to fully acknowledge legitimate concerns.

Really? Is there a questionnaire that I missed where people tell us about their circumstances, values, hopes and dreams and long term plans and that’s what we are supposed to base our watch recommendations on? And all along I’ve imagined that people here, myself included, simply made recommendations based on their own experience. How could I have missed this? Someone should make a sticky.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Dirt

For the record Kat.
What were the readings you got?

I hope you are in a position to keep us updated as you go along on your journey with this one
If it goes sour on you, you know where the 32xx movement poll thread is.

Just rechecked, and got the same results, as 3 weeks ago. Running at 0 sec per day, Amplitude is 294, beat error is 0.0. Doesn’t get much better than that!

Kat


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[sevykor]

This entire thread reminds of this:


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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by sevykor

This entire thread reminds of this:


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Worst case scenario, if have problems, it gets fixed under warranty, then sell it. No head buried in the sand….

Kat


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[Kevin of Larchmont]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Worst case scenario, if have problems, is get fixed under warranty, then sell it. No head buried in the sand….

Kat


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I wish there was a like button here.

[Starhutch]

Do it. Zero issues

[goodolejr]

Originally Posted by Dirt

From my perspective, I'll tell you what a jerk like response looks like.
It's one that may include the often touted throw away line that may include a combination of any of the following wording, "first world problem" and or "you've got a 5 year warranty" or "don't worry, just wear it".
All of which patently fail to fully take into consideration the OP's circumstances, their values, their aims in life and where they see themselves in 10, 20, 30 or so years down the track.
More importantly, they fail to fully acknowledge legitimate concerns.

Well said.


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[TheVTCGuy]

Yes, the 32X series is definitely completely defective. That’s why Rolex stopped production years ago and none are being sold right now.

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Yes, the 32X series is definitely completely defective. That’s why Rolex stopped production years ago and none are being sold right now.

Facts.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Just rechecked, and got the same results, as 3 weeks ago. Running at 0 sec per day, Amplitude is 294, beat error is 0.0. Doesn’t get much better than that!

Kat


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Outstanding Kat
Thanks for replying and may all be well with your watch

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by Kevin of Larchmont

Really? Is there a questionnaire that I missed where people tell us about their circumstances, values, hopes and dreams and long term plans and that’s what we are supposed to base our watch recommendations on? And all along I’ve imagined that people here, myself included, simply made recommendations based on their own experience. How could I have missed this? Someone should make a sticky.

I will conclude this line of communication with you specifically by saying that when we take into consideration the thread title, along with the lovely back story of the OP's long held love for the Explorer(which i assume is a 36mm reference of some kind) and the the geographical location (and all that goes with it) of the OP.
There is a reasonable amount of information to gather a certain sense of where they are at on their watch journey without a questionaire in this case.

Speaking as a person who is located on the East island and i may well be wrong about this matter
The OP would quite likely and simply be better served with a different reference pursuant to my response to the OP above.
I will never knowingly lead somebody up the garden path when they are asking for advise from those of us who are experienced in this game.
These things are problematic enough and expensive enough without encouraging someone who will have a bit of a time getting their watch fixedaand returned that has a substantially statistically significant chance that there is a problem with it. Not just once I might add, but potentially multiple times. The only thing going for the "yes" case is the Rolex aftersales factor, which don't necessarily consider to be an endorsement in this instance.

Now I could get one repaired quite easily but the OP will have a longer turn around.
As a fan of the Explorer, she would probably be better to either wait and see how things pan out longer term or passing on this reference, which she is highly motivated to put a deposit on.
That is all

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Dirt

From my perspective, I'll tell you what a jerk like response looks like.
It's one that may include the often touted throw away line that may include a combination of any of the following wording, "first world problem" and or "you've got a 5 year warranty" or "don't worry, just wear it".
All of which patently fail to fully take into consideration the OP's circumstances, their values, their aims in life and where they see themselves in 10, 20, 30 or so years down the track.
More importantly, they fail to fully acknowledge legitimate concerns.

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Worst case scenario, if have problems, it gets fixed under warranty, then sell it. No head buried in the sand….

Kat

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But Kat, that is a jerk response

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by brandrea

But Kat, that is a jerk response

Oh Brian.
I am so disappointed in you and I never thought of you as being an outright s**t stirrer

I'm sorry but you are skewing context.