I just purchased a 3714 and wanted to get the movement serviced when I receive it. I would like to get it serviced in the states so I can get it back quicker. Is there anyone that could do this? Also would a local watch maker be able to do this, if so what specifically would I ask for? Just a service? Sorry for the newb question but never owned a watch with this movement before. Thanks!
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3714 servicing
- Thread starter dipsetforevr
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Why service it when you get it?
Better to wear it until something is wrong with it and then send it for service
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Better to wear it until something is wrong with it and then send it for service
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Why service it when you get it?
Better to wear it until something is wrong with it and then send it for service
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"wrong" is just round the corner and it might be too late then
Your IWC 3714 is going to have problems due to the additional gears for sec@6. You will need more than a service to solve this problem. Please see attached URL below regarding the 3 ruby fix
http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/a7750-symtoms-what-115132
http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/a7750-symtoms-what-115132
For this specific movement to be reliable you'll need to find a unicorn and have it piss on the modified gear
I understand that the movement is sketchy and willing to take the risk.....have heard many feedbacks stating a service will help
You'll find a lot of contradicting answers about servicing this movement.
Whether it's better to service right off the bat or when it begins to become problematic, you'll find that different people have different reasons for either case. Nothing conclusive. Sorry.
I would go for the 3 jewel fix - much longer lasting. I dont know why these rep makers do not apply it by default.
I read that the new improved movements have the 3 jewel fix by default? Is there any truth to this? I would love to have a 3714. Worst case scenario, buy one from a TD with a long warranty.
Not sure any of our modders are actively doing the three jewel fix anymore.
You seem to know a lot about it, have you had it done?
Simple. $$$$. The factories don't care as long as you buy it.
From what I've read, the Teflon mod helps easy the stress on the gears at 6 but its not a permanent fix. Just extend the time bomb count down. I think Domi did the added jewels mod?
Great, let us know how it works!
I didn't think Domi was doing this anymore, for some reason.
Well sir. Domi still has it. Its been well over 6 weeks. I have had to wait becuase of the backlog. I am hoping to get it back in the 10 days or so, will let everyone know.
please keep us posted.
btw,where is this Domi?
Does he still mod watches? I'm planing get 1. Searching for moders.