Omega Railmaster XXL Crown / Stem Question

[fallraen]

Hi, I recently bought a Omega Railmaster XXL and was wondering about the position of the crown. Upon receiving this watch, I quickly 'inspected' for any obvious problems and found none. However I feel the crown is abit 'far' from the case and the crown tube / stem might be alittle too long? I would prefer if the crown rested alittle closer to the case but not touching the case as this is a handwind.

I do not know if what I have is close to the gen, so I'd appreciate if anyone can find pics of the gen's crown position (relative to the case) that would be nice

Does anyone feel the same way and have done anything to 'mod' this?

Thanks for any help!

PS: I will take photos of the watch to further explain what I mean. Photos, pending awaiting update.

Edited May 14, 2010 by fallraen

[fallraen]

Okay guys, photos as promised. Any help?

[marrickvilleboy]

yeah its too far out.

So either the stem is too long or the crown itself was not screwed all the way down into the stem.

From experience, most likely the former problem.

[fallraen]

hi thanks for your reply, because this is a handwinding watch and also the crown is not a screw-in crown. i feel that the problem is either the tube or the winding stem is too long / too far out. my dealer (king) has offered to take a look and 'fix' this issue if I send it back (which i will soon). but i was wondering if any had done a mod to fix this

[prb]

Check this link, it contains a video explaining how to shorten the stem

http://repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=44969&highlight=dg4813

[t0t0_b0y]

Check this link, it contains a video explaining how to shorten the stem

http://repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=44969&highlight=dg4813

I'm thinking in giving it a go since it seems doable as long as you're doing it carefully.

But 1 problem...

How do I remove the stem from the movement?

Can anyone provide guide with pics??

Thanks,

Harry