Hi
When lightly tapped with a finger my new MK XVI makes a very strange noise. It sounds a little like something inside is moving fractionally for a split second but is not entirely loose. Watch seems to be working OK other than running a little slow.
Has anyone else experienced this?
Many thanks
Paul
Paul I think you are being to picky. nt.
MK XVI Strange Noise
I own the same watch since October, and this used to get to me as well...
If i shake the watch next to my ear it makes a noise as if everything is loose inside...
I am not worried anymore since timekeeping is +1 sec a day.
you're hearing the rotor spin...
...which is normal.
That's the fun thing about an automatic
it's alive. It works because you move. So a rotor is spinning inside to give the watch it's powerreserve to run.
and part of the fun!
I do it on purpose with the 3711 occassionally (Martijn taught me how to enjoy this!).
i agree...
i own 4 other automatic watches (other marques) - none of them make such an impressive noise as my 3714. when i show people this watch it's the first thing i tell them to do - shake and listen!
you're hearing the rotor spin...
It can't be the rotor moving as when I tap the glass face or the back or anywhere it does the same! The rotor pivots around the centre point of the watch so when I tap the glass face in the middle the rotor will not move at all.
It can't be
See above for my reply
thanks
p
one of our rules...
is that individual repair situations aren't forum topics. There are several reasons for this, including that diagnosis of issues really can't be done electronically via written descriptions.
For that reason, I can't evaluate fully your supposed problem. I still believe that it is the rotor, but I can't hear the noise you relay. It is quite possible that the rotor will move if the watch moves, including by a tap (almost all of which have to be off-center, at least slightly). But if you're concerned take the watch to a dealer for an in-person evaluation.
Good luck,
Michael
I agree with Michael
[i] The following is a repost of mine from the archives[i]
The question of noise in the winding, be it from manual or self-winding, comes up on this forum quite often. It would be nice if we could have a link here to an online complete 'audio' catalog containing possible different noises so as to have quick answers. Unfortunately, just as there is none available for heart beats and doctors cannot apply a scope online, so, too, it is very difficult to analyze specific examples without close inspection of the watch.
Nevertheless, to try to answer your question, I do wish to stress that all mechanical watches make some level of noise when winding whether manual or automatic. Different sounds can result from a combination or a variety of different reasons. A gummy crown or dry winding parts can cause unusual grinding noises. Some thin cases, such as the simple Portofino automatics, having little or no buffer space between the automatic rotor (oscillating weight) and the case back generate a louder noise level than some heavier cases.
The calibre movement used has also much to do with the expected noise level. Some chronograph automatic movements, larger in size and usually housed in heavy cases, could throw off more sound as the weight turns freely in one of the directions.
Quite often some of the concerns can be corrected with a complete overhaul of the movement which receives fresh lubrication.
My remarks are for the purpose of discussion only as these issues may also have to do with the law of physics which, admittedly, is not a subject I am qualified to comment further on. A close up inspection by an experienced and qualified watchmaker would reveal the specific noise (problem) you are concerned with.
Hope you'll find this reply somewhat helpful.
Jack Freedman
It can't be
Paul,
Are you winding the forum up?
You must know it is an automatic watch and when moved you will hear the sound of the rotor?
It can't be
Quite. I didn't come down with the last drop of rain! I have genuine concerns which seem to be unwelcome by some on this forum (but not all). Sorry to have wasted anyones time. I will go away quietly now. p