Vibrating Submariner??

[thesharkfactor]

I thought I had imagined it, but a short time ago I felt a vibration coming from inside my 2007 Sub 16610. I have since felt this again a few times while on the wrist.
I took it off and gave it a shake, and right enough if I get the rotor to spin, it vibrates like a mobile phone!

Anyone experienced this? Obviously something is not right, it's probably never been serviced but is keeping perfect time. Have I an expensive repair bil coming?

[PACEVIPER]

Think I'd send it in to Rikki. Could be doing a lot of damage in there....Jimmy

[Ironstark]

That sound is usually a dry rotor axle. The vibration is the result of it rotating on its dry bearing surfaces.

[Sublover2166]

Originally Posted by Ironstark

That sound is usually a dry rotor axle. The vibration is the result of it rotating on its dry bearing surfaces.

Either this or the rotor axle is broken and the rotor is scraping against the inside of case back. Service time, most likely!

[SearChart]

Does indeed seem like something is wrong with the rotor axle or bearing.

Let's hope it doesn't look like the one I serviced earlier this week.

[thesharkfactor]

Thanks guys.. This is slightly worrying. I don't need a big repair bill just now.
I'll have it looked at this month.

[D.F.C]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Does indeed seem like something is wrong with the rotor axle or bearing.

Let's hope it doesn't look like the one I serviced earlier this week.

Auch, that hurts to look at. I guess you could leave it like that and just replace the axle/bearings/rotor. How did you solve it?

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[SearChart]

Originally Posted by D.F.C

Auch, that hurts to look at. I guess you could leave it like that and just replace the axle/bearings/rotor. How did you solve it?

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No that cannot be done as there was too much wear and tear in the movement.

I replaced all worn parts, all bridges (except for balance bridge because the rotor can't scrape it), cleaned it and lubricated it, polished the watch and it's now being examined for accuracy, power reserve and if the automatic module works like it should.

[Relyt]

You must have the new Rolex that has a vibrating alarm!!! You could sell it for millions on eBay!


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[D.F.C]

Originally Posted by SearChart

No that cannot be done as there was too much wear and tear in the movement.

I replaced all worn parts, all bridges (except for balance bridge because the rotor can't scrape it), cleaned it and lubricated it, polished the watch and it's now being examined for accuracy, power reserve and if the automatic module works like it should.

Almost a worst case scenario then Hope that it'll run well after your treatment!

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by D.F.C

Almost a worst case scenario then Hope that it'll run well after your treatment!

Happens quite often actually, too long without service and this is what happens.

[Watchcollectables]

Yes either rotor axle or maybe just needs auto wheels cleaning and lubrication . All easy fixes for a decent watchmaker .

[iliketime]

does it make a lot of sounds?

[strafer_kid]

Originally Posted by Sublover2166

Either this or the rotor axle is broken and the rotor is scraping against the inside of case back. Service time, most likely!

Have to confess to knowing little or nothing re movements but was wondering, if the rotor axle was broken, would the watch run? OP stated its keeping perfect time.

[Watchcollectables]

Rotor axle wear causes the rotor to spin with adverse horizontal play and also will distribute ground metal from the rotor axle into oiled parts generally thickening the oil or lubricant which is not desirable .
If the rotor spins with horizontal play it will eventually connect with the case back and prior to this make a ' whirring sound'
Most watches with these issues are sent in before the axles break but if left they can end up with a more serious issue if ignored .
In my experience in the later calibers the rotor post / pinion / axle has been made from sub standard material and designed to fail .
Maybe a ploy by the brand to guarantee future service work . But I'd be a brave man to continue the argument !
All I recommend is that if your watch starts to loose power reserve on the wrist and not wound manually then have it assessed sooner rather than later .