Got the call but concerned about 32** problems

[AJMarcus]

Have one and zero issues. My most accurate piece by far.

[Rolexken]

No issues for me yet either. One point I wonder is that do collectors who wear their watches only occasionally in rotation have more problems than someone who wears their watch daily without stopping?

[Bizcut1]

It's a brand-new Rolex, with a bullet-proof warranty.

At retail.

Why in the world would you listen to the Internet? Especially around here, with so many so-called "experts" goading this "conversation."

News flash: They are not experts. Not one of them. Any one of them would gladly step on your head to grab that watch.

Buy the watch and don't look back.

And may you wear it in good health.

[PO.Victory]

OP34 with the 2232? Similar proportions and aesthetic, less worry?

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by Bizcut1

It's a brand-new Rolex, with a bullet-proof warranty.

At retail.

Why in the world would you listen to the Internet? Especially around here, with so many so-called "experts" goading this "conversation."

News flash: They are not experts. Not one of them. Any one of them would gladly step on your head to grab that watch.

Buy the watch and don't look back.

Wear it in good health.

Calling people like Bas (works for RSC) and Al Archer (renowned watchmaker) non-experts is laughable.

[Driver8]

Originally Posted by Bizcut1

It's a brand-new Rolex, with a bullet-proof warranty.

At retail.

Why in the world would you listen to the Internet? Especially around here, with so many so-called "experts" goading this "conversation."

News flash: They are not experts. Not one of them. Any one of them would gladly step on your head to grab that watch.

Buy the watch and don't look back.

And may you wear it in good health.

I agree with the bits left in black. Not so much the bits in red. And the bits in blue need a qualifier.

The warranty is indeed "bullet-proof".... right up until it ends. Just something to think about if you end up being an unlucky one with an on-going issue.

There actually ARE a few genuine experts here, but there are also a lot of regular folk who have genuine first-hand, real-world experiences to share. And not everyone would "step on your head to grab that watch"; most are just people sharing personal experiences which can help to give others a more rounded view. People can take it or leave it, but I subscribe to the "forewarned is forearmed" school of thought.

And on the last point of not looking back - I'd absolutely agree that's exactly the mindset to have, until there's a problem (which may or may not materialise).

[KatGirl]

I knew about the so called problems, but didn’t worry much, because of the warranty. It’s only been 3 weeks, but my 36 mm OP is running great, keeping near perfect time. If anything goes wrong, I will send it in for warranty service. I am a serious collector, and have my own Timegrapher, so I’ll check it periodically, as I already did, once, after I got it home. Just go pick up your watch. Also, post pics, when you do.

Kat


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[Driver8]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I knew about the so called problems, but didn’t worry much, because of the warranty. It’s only been 3 weeks, but my 36 mm OP is running great, keeping near perfect time. If anything goes wrong, I will send it in for warranty service. I am a serious collector, and have my own Timegrapher, so I’ll check it periodically, as I already did, once, after I got it home. Just go pick up your watch. Also, post pics, when you do.

Kat

Sorry Kat, but I just have to pull you up on the "so called" comment. It's a very real issue that fortunately doesn't affect every single movement out there. But it definitely affects some: I know as I'm one of them.

Other than that, congrats on the OP36, and I hope it stays behaving itself!

[Chewbacca]

Thousands of articles and threads saying they’re grenades without pins!!!! One of mine is ticking backwards!!!!! Don’t do it unless you’re rich.

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I knew about the so called problems, but didn’t worry much, because of the warranty. It’s only been 3 weeks, but my 36 mm OP is running great, keeping near perfect time. If anything goes wrong, I will send it in for warranty service. I am a serious collector, and have my own Timegrapher, so I’ll check it periodically, as I already did, once, after I got it home. Just go pick up your watch. Also, post pics, when you do.

Kat


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Gambler.

[Mystro]

If you don’t own a 32 movement or won’t ever own a 32 series movement (for whatever the reason) why be so invested in its performance or the need to constantly impose your point of view?
This topic has become a rather bizarre hill to die on for some. Some owners may or may not have issues but the take away is they invested and believe in the Rolex brand and reputation.

[Solo118]

Had zero issues with 32xx watches. You will only hear complaints online, nobody is going to post about how great their 32xx is running.

Do not worry, you will also have warranty for 5 years... if nothing happens by then I would say you are GOOD TO GO!

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by Solo118

Had zero issues with 32xx watches. You will only hear complaints online, nobody is going to post about how great their 32xx is running.

Do not worry, you will also have warranty for 5 years... if nothing happens by then I would say you are GOOD TO GO!

They explode at year 5.08

[SublimeZ06]

I am in this exact situation. AD has a datejust 41 that I like but I backed out for the same reasons. This movement seems like a roll of the dice. It may work great forever or it may begin to have issues in the future. Maybe I'm too picky, but I expect the mechanical/technical components of these pieces to perform as designed. Every Rolex I have owned has been excellent so I'm not going to spend the money on a technically questionable watch at this point.

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by Mystro

If you don’t own a 32 movement or won’t ever own a 32 series movement (for whatever the reason) why be so invested in its performance or the need to constantly impose your point of view?
This topic has become a rather bizarre hill to die on for some. Some owners may or may not have issues but the take away is they invested and believe in the Rolex brand and reputation.

Because this is how we help fellow owners avoid terrible terrible terrible costly mistakes once the warranty expires and the new 33xx comes out next year. These Rolexeseses will be worth 1/3 the msrp by 2028 and will need thousands in repairs. Total cost of ownership will be more than if they bought a Bugatti.
























(Because this is how you short an asset to buy it for less and get into the Grey and TS wholesale prices good books )

[Kevin of Larchmont]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Calling people like Bas (works for RSC) and Al Archer (renowned watchmaker) non-experts is laughable.

I’m pretty sure Bizcut1 didn’t call those guys non-experts, I’m confident he was referring to all the folks who aren’t those guys.

[AJMarcus]

Originally Posted by Bizcut1

It's a brand-new Rolex, with a bullet-proof warranty.

At retail.

Why in the world would you listen to the Internet? Especially around here, with so many so-called "experts" goading this "conversation."

News flash: They are not experts. Not one of them. Any one of them would gladly step on your head to grab that watch.

Buy the watch and don't look back.

And may you wear it in good health.

Well said. He who hesitates maybe really doesn’t want it.

[DJ2020]

Hmm, A lot of folks say there is no problem. Well it's not a problem until one of your own takes a dive. I have had seven in the past 3 years. And 5 were so bad and multiple trips to the AD and RSC's that I wish I still had a ETA movement.

Yes I know watch movements, I have friends that are Rolex watch makers. YES there defiantly IS a problem with 32XX movements. 5 year warranty? What happens after that? keep sending it in at $1k per visit?

what about the 10 year service intervals? Will any make it without a intervention? I would be surprised if it did. Just saying.

[ExpatTarheel]

Originally Posted by AJMarcus

Well said. He who hesitates maybe really doesn’t want it.

No, she really wants it. Just doing my due diligence. :-)

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Don’t do it unless you’re rich.

I agree.

I'm doing fine and not afraid to spend a dollar.
But I also like a dollar or two so I won't touch these new movements until I'm convinced it's all worked out from an end user perspective.
Rolex are making some really nice watches since the Supercase has been relegated to history, but what's under the bonnet is suspect.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by SublimeZ06

I am in this exact situation. AD has a datejust 41 that I like but I backed out for the same reasons. This movement seems like a roll of the dice. It may work great forever or it may begin to have issues in the future. Maybe I'm too picky, but I expect the mechanical/technical components of these pieces to perform as designed. Every Rolex I have owned has been excellent so I'm not going to spend the money on a technically questionable watch at this point.

I'm in the same boat.

There's a really nice DJ41 that I've had my eye on for a long time but I won't risk wasting my money just to experience disappointment in a trinket on the wrist which would simply be a far better trinket if it had the older movement(even with its flaws) and then it would be on my wrist in a heartbeat.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by AJMarcus

Well said. He who hesitates maybe really doesn’t want it.

That's true.
Some of us aren't desperate enough to want it that badly

[news]

Absolutely nothing to be concerned about, enjoy the great watch.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by Solo118

Had zero issues with 32xx watches. You will only hear complaints online, nobody is going to post about how great their 32xx is running.

Do not worry, you will also have warranty for 5 years... if nothing happens by then I would say you are GOOD TO GO!

I put it to you, this is poor advise.
Of course you are like the rest of us as a faceless individual who will never have to be called to account for a bad outcome.
GOOD TO GO, sounds more like a cheap and dirty throw away line to me.

Imagine if you had given this advise to a dear friend that wasn't as well off as you are and they had an ongoing bad experience after working hard to acquire their dream watch?
What would you do to help them work through it?
How would you feel?
To compensate them, would you offer to buy it off them for the greater of the two of the market price or the purchase price?

Don't worry, you need not answer with a full an honest answer.
I'm merely asking you to reflect

[nyyankees]

Honestly these are first world problems. You have a warranty if something goes wrong. I’ve had probably 3 watches with this movement and have had zero problems. No risk here.


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[Dirt]

Originally Posted by Mystro

If you don’t own a 32 movement or won’t ever own a 32 series movement (for whatever the reason) why be so invested in its performance or the need to constantly impose your point of view?
This topic has become a rather bizarre hill to die on for some. Some owners may or may not have issues but the take away is they invested and believe in the Rolex brand and reputation.

For context, the OP has asked a legitimate question in the hope of making an informed decision.
Without reading too much into it, I imagine it's a bit of a stretch of the OP's finances.
This needs to be given the full respect it deserves.

Throw away lines and nonchalant responses aren't necessarily presenting the full and frank picture.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by nyyankees

Honestly these are first world problems. You have a warranty if something goes wrong. I’ve had probably 3 watches with this movement and have had zero problems. No risk here.


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So you've had watches with this movement.
It sounds like you don't keep them long enough to find out if there is a timekeeping issue?
Let alone care.

[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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[amh]

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

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I knew about the so called problems, but didn’t worry much, because of the warranty. It’s only been 3 weeks, but my 36 mm OP is running great, keeping near perfect time. If anything goes wrong, I will send it in for warranty service. I am a serious collector, and have my own Timegrapher, so I’ll check it periodically, as I already did, once, after I got it home. Just go pick up your watch. Also, post pics, when you do.

Kat


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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.