Rolex Submariner 116610 repair case: impact damage and pivot wear
A Submariner 116610 repair case from 무교동 명품시계. We replaced a reversing wheel with impact-damaged teeth, and a third wheel and oscillating weight axle with naturally worn pivots. Photographs show the new replacement parts.
Technical reviewer of the Korean source: 박성희 · 대표
Translated from the technically reviewed Korean article.
At a glance
This case at a glance
The Rolex Submariner 116610 in this case had damaged reversing wheel teeth and wear at two pivot locations. Impact had damaged the reversing wheel teeth, while the pivots of the third wheel and oscillating weight axle had worn naturally. All three components were replaced.
The photographs below show the new replacement parts used in this repair.
무교동 명품시계 — a watch repair shop established in 1974
무교동 명품시계 began in 1974. Alongside our shop’s history, we believe it is important to explain what we found in each watch and why work was needed. This article focuses on the components we checked and the reasons for replacement.
When your watch behaves differently
When something seems wrong with a watch, it is natural to wonder whether it needs extensive work or attention to particular parts. Even within the same model, impact damage must be distinguished from wear accumulated through use. In this case, different causes affected different components.
The Submariner 116610 examined in this case
The watch examined here was a Rolex Submariner 116610. Even when the exterior looks familiar, the condition of internal parts depends on the watch’s history. We assessed each component’s condition and the cause of its damage before deciding what to replace.
Distinguishing impact damage from wear
A replacement in one case does not establish that a model is prone to failure. Here, impact damaged the reversing wheel, while natural pivot wear was found in the third wheel and oscillating weight axle. The condition of every component should not be attributed to a single cause.
If unusual operation persists or changes follow an impact, tell us when the symptoms began and what you noticed. This information, together with inspection, helps us explain the work your watch needs.
The three components replaced, and why
Reversing wheel: teeth damaged by impact
In this case, impact damaged the reversing wheel teeth, so the component was replaced. The photograph below shows the new replacement part.
Third wheel: natural pivot wear
The third wheel was replaced because its pivot had worn naturally. A pivot is the slender part at the end of an axle that supports rotation. For this third wheel, pivot wear was the reason for replacement.
Oscillating weight axle: natural pivot wear
The oscillating weight axle is also referred to in the workshop as the weight arbor or, in Korean, 추심보. Natural pivot wear was also confirmed in this component, and it was replaced.
What to check after parts replacement
The reversing wheel, third wheel and oscillating weight axle were replaced according to their respective damage and wear. This is why we explain the reason for each replacement separately.
Accuracy and water resistance must be assessed using measurements and test records for the individual watch. This article focuses on the confirmed component damage and replacement process.
Preparing for a repair consultation
The basic overhaul price for Rolex watches is KRW 500,000. Replacement parts incur additional charges. This is the shop’s basic price guidance, not the final invoice amount for this case. We explain the scope after checking the watch’s condition and any parts required.
Please share the model, current symptoms, when you first noticed a problem and any impact history. Photographs of the watch can help, but please do not post serial numbers or personal information in public comments.
무교동 명품시계 explains the condition found and the work required during consultation. We are not an authorized or affiliated repairer of the brand.
Frequently asked questions
Were all three components damaged by impact?
No. In this case, impact damaged the reversing wheel teeth. The pivots of the third wheel and oscillating weight axle showed natural wear.
Do the photographs show the damaged parts?
No. The photographs show new replacement parts. The diagnosis and replacement details are based on the technician’s confirmation, not on an inference from photographs alone.
Does KRW 500,000 include replacement parts?
KRW 500,000 is the basic overhaul price for Rolex watches; replacement parts cost extra. Please confirm the required work and cost during consultation.