The Rolex Forums   The Rolex Watch

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX


Go Back   Rolex Forums - Rolex Forum > Rolex & Tudor Watch Topics > Vintage Rolex Discussion

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 29 January 2012, 09:14 AM   #1
Iceman332k1
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Indianapolis
Posts: 1
Question about a pre-1972 (I think) Datejust

I was just given a vintage OP Datejust, but I am having trouble getting it working. It does not have a crown that screws down, and as far as I can tell it only has 2 crown positions (1-Date adjust 2-Time adjust). If I remember correctly, it must be wound before the automatic action can kick in and keep it wound, but I honestly have no clue how to wind it. It probably needs servicing, but I would like to get it working before I send it in, if possible.

If more information is required to help answer, just respond and I'll do my best to fill in any blanks.

Thanks in advance!
Iceman332k1 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 29 January 2012, 09:59 AM   #2
slcbbrown
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: May 2009
Real Name: steve
Location: dallas area
Watch: 50's TT t-bird
Posts: 3,689
If you have a Datejust, the crown should screw in and out. If you can't start it by shaking it a little, it almost certainly needs service. The crown and tube assembly can get wrecked as the watch wears and could have lost some threads. It's a fairly typical replacement item at service time.
slcbbrown is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 29 January 2012, 10:03 AM   #3
Michael M.
Banned
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Newport Beach, CA
Posts: 8,391
Yes, probably needs a routine service & a new tube. Send it to Bob Ridley, he'll do an awesome job.
Michael M. is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump

Wrist Aficionado

My Watch LLC

WatchesOff5th

DavidSW Watches

Takuya Watches

OCWatches


*Banners Of The Month*
This space is provided to horological resources.





Copyright ©2004-2024, The Rolex Forums. All Rights Reserved.

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

Rolex is a registered trademark of ROLEX USA. The Rolex Forums is not affiliated with ROLEX USA in any way.