Rolex asian automatic not starting

[mark111]

Hi everybody. This is my first post and i`d like to say thanks to everyone on this forum for all the information i`ve learned.

I bought a Rolex datejust with asian automatic movement from Silix and when it arrived it never worked at all. I tried everything to get it started but only thing i noticed was that the second would sometimes try to move, almost as if it was stuck. I contacted Silix and he was very helpful and offered me a $15 refund or a free watch with my next order so I took the partial refund. Can anyone help me fix this as its such a shame to have it lying around.

Thanks for your help

Mark

[DemonSlayer]

It sounds like quite a serious problem with the movement, and probably won't be an easy fix unless you have skill on working with movements.

A replacement movement can be purchased for around $10 (ask the dealer(s) if they can source you one). Thereafter you can either install it yourself (not recommended unless you have experience) or have a watchmaker install the movement.

[mark111]

Thanks for the reply. I will contact him and see if he has any movements. Do you know if there are any other places that also sell movements?

Thanks

Mark

[DemonSlayer]

You can purchase watch movements from most watch materials house's. Depending on your location, if your're in the EU try Cousins or if you're in USA try Ofrei. E-bay is another option and quite often there are sellers from asia selling watch movements and parts. Good luck

[mark111]

Thank you very much for your reply, I appreciate it. I`m kinda lost as to the movement i need to buy though. It is an "asian automatic" movement.

Is there different size ones or are they all the same?

I`m sorry for all the questions.

Mark

[DemonSlayer]

The movement you will need is most likely a DG2813. In fact I'm certain this is it, as this is the preferred movement used by the rep manufacturers of the "asian automatic" watches.

Did you pay $100 or under for the watch? If you did then its the DG2813 you want.

[mark111]

It was this exact watch, the lady`s version.

http://www.silix-prime.com/rol171-p-985.html

Thanks very much for your replies

Mark

[DemonSlayer]

In the men's version the movement would certainly be a DG2813, this is the case with the majority of asian auto 21J reps mens reps. I am not sure if reps of women's watches use the same movement, try searching on the forum if this is the case, or post a new topic, you might get a faster response.

[mark111]

I`ll start a new topic. Thanks for all your help.

Mark

[FxrAndy]

Mark a new movement would cost you as much as a new watch when you consider the movement cost, tax, shipping ect and then paying some one to fit it. Unfortunately this is part of the game with reps, i have generally been very lucky but you get the odd problem and i have not sen any of the smaller asian movements available from cousins uk ect,

[DemonSlayer]

Mark a new movement would cost you as much as a new watch when you consider the movement cost, tax, shipping ect and then paying some one to fit it. Unfortunately this is part of the game with reps, i have generally been very lucky but you get the odd problem and i have not sen any of the smaller asian movements available from cousins uk ect,

+1

Sometimes its quicker, easier and cheaper to just order a replacement watch, in this case I would go with FxrAndy's recommendation.

[mark111]

Thanks guys, i`ll just order a new one.

Thanks for all your help