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yes, the OP VIII
is a reworked Valjoux 7750. What you are experiencing is a known feature of that movement, "Valjoux wobble". The rotor winds the movement in one direction only and "freewheels" rapidly when it starts moving opposite to that direction. It is absolutely nothing to worry about. Once you know is not dangerous it can actually be a fun thing. I know what you mean though, when I just got started with mechanical watches three years ago I bought a watch with the wobble (a Max Bill Chronoscope) and it irritated me so I brought it right back to the dealer!
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Andreas
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Movement Noise Question
Hello Fellow Enthusiasts- A recent dream of mine came true when I recently purchased my first Panerai (luminor GMT, pam088) My random question is this: Is is normal to be able to hear the movement if you are moving your hand about quickly? I can feel the ...
Probably normal.
Is that watch based on a Valjoux 7750 movement? Those are known for making noise. Many other watches are also distinctly audible. Usually what you hear is the automatic winding system, but in some cases you can hear that actual escapement quite easily.
I believe it based on...
I believe it based on the Panerai OP VIII calibre movement. Not sure if that is the same thing or not. When I move my wrist side to side near my hear I can hear it. I'm most likely being paranoid. If there was a problem- I'm sure it would stop keep accura...
yes, the OP VIII
is a reworked Valjoux 7750. What you are experiencing is a known feature of that movement, "Valjoux wobble". The rotor winds the movement in one direction only and "freewheels" rapidly when it starts moving opposite to that direction. It is absolutely not...
My experience as well with my IWC Galapagos (also a reworked 7750)
At first I worried about it and have now come to expect, and almost enjoy, it.