beardedmanchild 0 Posted January 25 Hello everyone. I realize that people like me are a nightmare for regulars and frequent posters / experts in this field. It's embarrassing to have to post this, but I need advice or help. "You're my only hope."Please see image below for reference. This is a replica 2020 Rolex Submariner 126610LN 41mm. XF/VSF, VS 3235 movement.Currently, I can only assume something is wrong with the stem or one of its components, because while it’s still possible to adjust the date, I cannot get the stem to click into any other position to allow me to set the time. On top of that, the watch is no longer operational. I’d love someone to take a look at it; despite being a replica, as you know, these pieces are not cheap.Here is a picture of the watch as promised: https://clickpix.org/image/PastedGraphic-1.KDYjlJ Not sure if I can get this repaired for less than $400 (quoted to me by Ohio Watch Repair,) or whether I should just sell it at a loss for parts--and if I do that, where would I even begin? Thank you all in advance for your kindness and help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devil 2,905 Posted January 25 $400 seems really high... not sure about watch repairs in the US, but I think there's a watchmaker on forum in the US If it's unfixable would be smarter to sell for parts/buy a new one as they're like $400-500 to start with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,751 Posted January 25 I've not worked on that particular watch but you can get a replacement movement for that apparently for $120? $400 seems awfully high since it takes no time to switch over the dial and hands. More likely you need a keyless reset, which shouldn't cost much. I'd ask Katt, who is a trusted repair person in the US. He is on the list. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804698261008.html?src=google&src=google&albch=shopping&acnt=708-803-3821&slnk=&plac=&mtctp=&albbt=Google_7_shopping&albagn=888888&isSmbAutoCall=false&needSmbHouyi=false&albcp=20155878697&albag=&trgt=&crea=en3256804698261008&netw=x&device=c&albpg=&albpd=en3256804698261008&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAh8OtBhCQARIsAIkWb6_QsYFYVlWPRgrC8autuvu5s-xXdP4ceHY9gwWXLH_MZx0OxnTlTMkaApRqEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&aff_fcid=66f2d59f638947e8ae044d7c6469c4e2-1706146748203-04888-UneMJZVf&aff_fsk=UneMJZVf&aff_platform=aaf&sk=UneMJZVf&aff_trace_key=66f2d59f638947e8ae044d7c6469c4e2-1706146748203-04888-UneMJZVf&terminal_id=9891a3b81f2d4176b6ed03431fac0523&afSmartRedirect=y&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted January 25 4 minutes ago, NCRich said: I've not worked on that particular watch but you can get a replacement movement for that apparently for $120? $400 seems awfully high since it takes no time to switch over the dial and hands. More likely you need a keyless reset, which shouldn't cost much. I'd ask Katt, who is a trusted repair person in the US. He is on the list. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804698261008.html?src=google&src=google&albch=shopping&acnt=708-803-3821&slnk=&plac=&mtctp=&albbt=Google_7_shopping&albagn=888888&isSmbAutoCall=false&needSmbHouyi=false&albcp=20155878697&albag=&trgt=&crea=en3256804698261008&netw=x&device=c&albpg=&albpd=en3256804698261008&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAh8OtBhCQARIsAIkWb6_QsYFYVlWPRgrC8autuvu5s-xXdP4ceHY9gwWXLH_MZx0OxnTlTMkaApRqEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&aff_fcid=66f2d59f638947e8ae044d7c6469c4e2-1706146748203-04888-UneMJZVf&aff_fsk=UneMJZVf&aff_platform=aaf&sk=UneMJZVf&aff_trace_key=66f2d59f638947e8ae044d7c6469c4e2-1706146748203-04888-UneMJZVf&terminal_id=9891a3b81f2d4176b6ed03431fac0523&afSmartRedirect=y&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa Could you provide a longer link next time? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clinical Trial 12 Posted January 25 When overwhelmed & lost, walk towards the light then call Katt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatarms 7,777 Posted January 25 I'm guessing keyless works are messed up. I wonder if the Ohio Watch Repair guys think it might be a genuine 126610 for that price? Stupid Ohioans... I live in CLE. I'm allowed to say that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onzenuub 307 Posted January 25 5 hours ago, GingerJesus said: Could you provide a longer link next time? I am sure he can. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 10,948 Posted January 25 Have you previously removed the stem? If so, did you remove/reinsert it in the correct position? Worth checking this; could be an easy fix. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vised1988 0 Posted January 25 $400 seems like a reasonable price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FudgyDocker 3,500 Posted January 25 Oascom (US based) is a relatively new repairer on our forum and looks to have pretty good knowledge. May be worth asking him?https://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?/forum/377-oascom-watch-service-center/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gooner2826 159 Posted January 25 3 hours ago, Vised1988 said: $400 seems like a reasonable price. Based on what? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted January 25 53 minutes ago, gooner2826 said: Based on what? It's a bot or fake account with a sneaky hidden link. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
69-Watch 3 Posted January 25 Try Gary, He is great at repairs! Katt's Watch Repair: http://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?showforum=224U.S. based Watchsmith $400 seems very high!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beardedmanchild 0 Posted January 26 On 24/01/2024 at 19:43, NCRich said: I've not worked on that particular watch but you can get a replacement movement for that apparently for $120? $400 seems awfully high since it takes no time to switch over the dial and hands. More likely you need a keyless reset, which shouldn't cost much. I'd ask Katt, who is a trusted repair person in the US. He is on the list. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804698261008.html?src=google&src=google&albch=shopping&acnt=708-803-3821&slnk=&plac=&mtctp=&albbt=Google_7_shopping&albagn=888888&isSmbAutoCall=false&needSmbHouyi=false&albcp=20155878697&albag=&trgt=&crea=en3256804698261008&netw=x&device=c&albpg=&albpd=en3256804698261008&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAh8OtBhCQARIsAIkWb6_QsYFYVlWPRgrC8autuvu5s-xXdP4ceHY9gwWXLH_MZx0OxnTlTMkaApRqEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&aff_fcid=66f2d59f638947e8ae044d7c6469c4e2-1706146748203-04888-UneMJZVf&aff_fsk=UneMJZVf&aff_platform=aaf&sk=UneMJZVf&aff_trace_key=66f2d59f638947e8ae044d7c6469c4e2-1706146748203-04888-UneMJZVf&terminal_id=9891a3b81f2d4176b6ed03431fac0523&afSmartRedirect=y&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa I've definitely thought of this, but I leave it to someone else far more qualified as I'm admittedly quite ignorant to most of this hobby. I'm learning, but I'm not confident enough to put my hands on this $500+ item and risk making it worse. This Katt person may be the way to go. Thanks everyone for the hospitality and great suggestions! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
