OysterQuartz overhaul!

[SearChart]

Hi TRF,

I was working on an OysterQuartz this week and took some pictures I want to share with you

The movement had a significant amount of 'patina' the pallet fork, motor and electronic circuit board had to be replaced.



















These are the most fragile parts, the motor was toast but I still took it apart to take a few pics. Usually one has to carefully take it out like this and clean the pivots on either side and then place it back.
One nervous jerk with your tweezers and it is dead.





Someone soldered the trimming screw shut even though it works you cannot adjust the timing anymore this way, so new circuit board is needed.

[Alo(ha)waii]

Wow, quality photos & great work! I enjoyed this post.

[Hub6152]

Spectacular work on an extraordinary movement. What was the reason the stepper motor was toast?

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by Hub6152

Spectacular work on an extraordinary movement. What was the reason the stepper motor was toast?

The brown oxidation was everywhere on the motor. And the pivots were slightly damaged from wear and dirt.

Theoretically it could still be saved though, but it'll take some TLC and unfortunately that is not what watchmakers in an RSC do anymore. If parts are worn they're replaced, not refurbished.

[Hub6152]

Originally Posted by SearChart

The brown oxidation was everywhere on the motor. And the pivots were slightly damaged from wear and dirt.

Theoretically it could still be saved though, but it'll take some TLC and unfortunately that is not what watchmakers in an RSC do anymore. If parts are worn they're replaced, not refurbished.

Thanks for that. I’ve long been fascinated by the 5035 and much appreciate your sharing this.

[marcusp23]

So cool. Thanks for sharing


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[Andad]

Nice work Bas.

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by directioneng

Nice work Bas.

I don't see these very often and always am surprised of how loud it ticks

[Andad]

Originally Posted by SearChart

I don't see these very often and always am surprised of how loud it ticks

FYI, I put my OQ on my Timegrapher and it picked up the tick each second. 0.0 seconds/day...surprise....

(Just for all you Timegrapher fans out there).

[Cwillis0001]

Oh wow, that's awesome! Thank you very much for sharing!

[rmurphy]

My first time seeing the 5035 movement. Thanks for taking the time to share it with us.


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[chieftd]

Very nice photos, thanks for sharing

[aczaja10]

Excellent pictures! I also enjoyed this post.

[Macnavara]

Thanks Bas for taking the time to post stuff like this....out of interest how accurate is the movement compared to a regular Rolex and how often does that battery need to be replaced.cheers m

[214270Explorer]

That is a nice watch and personally I am happy to see it ready for decades more enjoyment.

When searching for a watch in 1987, I passed on the OQ due to the VERY loud ticking which bothered me a bit. On occasion I wish I had picked it up as it is now such a novelty Rolex.

But I did end up with the 36mm Oyster Perpetual Date R150533 which I still own and has been serviced to last decades more.

Thanks, Bas, for the great post with detailed pics.

[kieselguhr]

I always look forward to your threads Bas! Great photos and very informative

[0161ROLEX]

Hi sir I’m very sorry to ask. But I’ve been left a Rolex Oysterquartz without a movement. Can I ask if you have any movement in stock and what will be the price if I got a damaged one and needed it repairing. If it helps you can contact me on 07792829197 hope I’m not going anything wrong just I’m new to this watch forum

[Number3]

Love these threads Bas, many thanks for sharing. That blue dial is just gorgeous.

[jonzm]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Hi TRF,

I was working on an OysterQuartz this week and took some pictures I want to share with you

The movement had a significant amount of 'patina' the pallet fork, motor and electronic circuit board had to be replaced.



















These are the most fragile parts, the motor was toast but I still took it apart to take a few pics. Usually one has to carefully take it out like this and clean the pivots on either side and then place it back.
One nervous jerk with your tweezers and it is dead.





Someone soldered the trimming screw shut even though it works you cannot adjust the timing anymore this way, so new circuit board is needed.

Nice one, thanks for sharing.


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[Andad]

Hi Jon,

You can answer without re-posting all the pictures.

E.

[Setarip]

Bas - Thanks for sharing these AMAZINNGGG pics! Enjoyed seeing the guts of a well loved and worn OQ! This is why I come to TRF...not to read about the end of the world and impact on price and availability... Really appreciate your post.

[swatty]

Great job Bas, thanks for sharing

[haven_seeker]

Great post!

What was the cost of the parts replaced?

[Willows]

Excellent pictures! It's fascinating to see the detailed work that goes into these movements.

Just out of curiosity, how does the 5035 movement compare to other Swiss quartz movements? Obviously a different beast, but is it a reliable work-horse like the 3135?

Thanks for sharing

[Johny]

Great thread Bas. Very interesting and informative. Thank you for posting.

[garyk]

Wonderful, thanks for posting!!

[TheVTCGuy]

Nice work Bas! If I attempted to do any of that you might as well throw the watch away.

Is it more difficult, easier, working on a high-end quartz then an automatic?

[RichM]

Great shots and explanations. Thanks for taking the time to share them.

[1William]

Great post. I have been interested in an Oyster Quartz for years but do not typically buy vintage items and especially ones that service and parts can become an issue. If I every come across a perfect to near perfect example I may have to buy it. This post is a good example of why I enjoy TRF. Thank you.

[Cool watch]

Amazing pictures! Thanks for sharing OP!

Always been a fan of the oyster quartz model.