Daytona minute subdial not moving

[skyrim]

Anyone here experienced similar issues with the subdials not moving when the chronometer/stopwatch function is active and engaged?

I just got this guy 2 days ago and noticed that the minute subdial doesn't move when my chronometer is sweeping.

[dddrees]

So once the chronograph hand completes 60 seconds your minute dial hand doesn't advance?

[skyrim]

Originally Posted by dddrees

So once the chronograph hand completes 60 seconds your minute dial hand doesn't advance?

that is exactly the situation. after the chronograph makes a complete lap of 60 seconds, the minute subdial hand doesn't increment at all. It stays stationary. I've let the chronograph sweep over 10 full rounds and the minute subdial hand fails to respond.

[matt4hand]

It needs to be looked at by the Dr. Something had gone wrong as you've figured out.
Bring it back to the AD.

[sleddog]

If that is the case, it will need to be fully serviced....

How old is it, and where did you acquire the watch??

[77T]

Welcome to TRF. Sorry your problem happened but at least you found a good place to bounce the question.

[Tools]

How about a nice close-up well focused photograph

[skyrim]

Originally Posted by sleddog

If that is the case, it will need to be fully serviced....

How old is it, and where did you acquire the watch??

This is the G serial, so the AD that I bought it from in the Costa Mesa South Coast Plaza, said it was brand new.

I got this about 2 days ago. At the dealer, I didn't think to let the chronograph run for over a minute because I assumed it would have worked given that the basic start stop and reset functions worked.

[sleddog]

Originally Posted by skyrim

This is the G serial, so the AD that I bought it from in the Costa Mesa South Coast Plaza, said it was brand new.

I got this about 2 days ago. At the dealer, I didn't think to let the chronograph run for over a minute because I assumed it would have worked given that the basic start stop and reset functions worked.

Well, since it's a basically a new watch, Rolex will repair any problems it may have under warranty.
You can take it to your local AD to be sent in, or contact RUSA for directions on how to send in yourself....
Sorry to hear of your troubles, I hope it's fixed quickly for you.

[skyrim]

[Z-Sub]

let it run overnight and reset the watch. If not working still, then it will need to be looked at.

[MortgageGuy]

Well if this was me, I would ask the AD to just replace the watch and see if they would... Of course no guarantees but what a shame to have these troubles. I am sincerely sorry to hear this for you, please let us know how it turns out

[skyrim]

yup no worries, i gave the AD a call and they said they would make it right. out of town for the next 2 weeks so i'll let you guys know of any developments.

it's just odd because you would expect more reliability from a rolex, but i think this just goes to show that every brand has it's own issues. This is especially true when there are so many intricate parts and so many units produced.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by skyrim

Anyone here experienced similar issues with the subdials not moving when the chronometer/stopwatch function is active and engaged?

I just got this guy 2 days ago and noticed that the minute subdial doesn't move when my chronometer is sweeping.

Try giving your watch a full manual wind the Daytona needs 60 full crown turns clockwise.Then try the chrono function try pushing the start then reset a few times if then no luck its back to AD.

[kmleffler]

If trying everything recommended here does not work I would ask that the watch be replaced. Having to send a two day old watch into the RSC for repair is not right.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by kmleffler

If trying everything recommended here does not work I would ask that the watch be replaced. Having to send a two day old watch into the RSC for repair is not right.

Sorry to hear about your issues. I would definitely take it back and see what your AD will do to correct the problem for you. Hope you are able to get it sorted out soon.

Please keep us posted.

[OrangeSport]

It happens sometimes. My Sub had to go back after a couple of months. It's fine now though.

Annoying, but I'm sure they'll sort it properly for you.

[z32turbo]

Good luck. I hope they get it fixed quickly.

[dpkong]

Why do the pictures posted show the chrono seconds hand at the same place? Has the chrono function been activated ?

[azguy]

They should just get you a new watch and they can deal with the issue, especially after 2 days

[VetteBandit]

Bummer. Hope things are resolved quickly, but the daytona is a great piece, congrats.

[skyrim]

Originally Posted by dpkong

Why do the pictures posted show the chrono seconds hand at the same place? Has the chrono function been activated ?

it hasn't been activated in those pictures. and unless I take a video of the chronograph in operation, mere pictures will not reflect the issue.

I've tried all of the above recommendations. I'm taking this baby back to the AD in two weeks when I return from business. It's still keeping time, only the chronograph's hours and minutes subdials are non-functional. Kind of a bummer but I still love the watch. The stainless steel daytona is really a beauty.

thanks for the support here and I'll keep you guys posted on the developing story.

[Kevin B]

Sorry for the double post, I messede that one up

[Kevin B]

Why do the pictures posted show the chrono seconds hand at the same place? Has the chrono function been activated

I think the second hand sub dial runs all the time, and it doesn't appear to be in the same place in the pictures to me. Maybe I'm missunderstanding something though .

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Kevin B

I think the second hand sub dial runs all the time, and it doesn't appear to be in the same place in the pictures to me. Maybe I'm missunderstanding something though .

Well the sub seconds would run all the time if watch was running,its the chrono fuction thats not working.Its got to be something simple wonder did th original poster unscrew the pushers to start the chrono function.

[skyrim]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well the sub seconds would run all the time if watch was running,its the chrono fuction thats not working.Its got to be something simple wonder did th original poster unscrew the pushers to start the chrono function.

yea i've activated the chrono...the minute and hour subdials don't increment/move.

[skyrim]

as a follow up, I took the watch into the dealer yesterday and they are sending the the watch back to the rolex service center to get it regulated. the maximum time for service should be no longer than 6 weeks.

this is the first case where the dealer has experienced a daytona having issues with the chronograph function. as such, they couldn't offer an explanation as to the possible causes of failure. i hope the rolex service center will offer some insight and tell me what the problem was.

will update when the watch returns.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by skyrim

as a follow up, I took the watch into the dealer yesterday and they are sending the the watch back to the rolex service center to get it regulated. the maximum time for service should be no longer than 6 weeks.

this is the first case where the dealer has experienced a daytona having issues with the chronograph function. as such, they couldn't offer an explanation as to the possible causes of failure. i hope the rolex service center will offer some insight and tell me what the problem was.

will update when the watch returns.

Cannot understand what you mean by regulated the non working chrono function has nothing to do with regulation.Regulation is adjusting the beat rate on the balance wheel to adjust if watch is gaining or losing time and that take around 30 minutes.

[dddrees]

RSC should be able to deterrmine the issue. I hope they sort it out for you soon.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by padi56

Cannot understand what you mean by regulated the non working chrono function has nothing to do with regulation.Regulation is adjusting the beat rate on the balance wheel to adjust if watch is gaining or losing time and that take around 30 minutes.

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