Rolex Datejust: Reference 16013 Caliber 3035
Symptoms: Poor accuracy (delay) / Short duration
Repair contents: Overhaul, spring and gasket replacement, case and bracelet light polishing
Repair cost: 33,000 yen
After disassembly and cleaning, the watch is reassembled. The 3035 is a typical movement from the 80s. It later evolved into the 3135. Rolex movements are sturdy, but the 3035 and the earlier 15 series tend to show individual differences over time.
An automatic winding unit has been installed.
This is the back side where the calendar is located. Even with a Datejust, fast-forwarding the calendar within ±3 hours from 12 o'clock, when the calendar changes, can cause a malfunction.
Install the dial and hands.
The case and bracelet are lightly polished, then the case is put back into the running test. This watch is not waterproof because it uses a plastic crystal and the case may have rusted over time.
Repairs take about four weeks. These articles tend to focus on Rolex repairs, but we will also write about repairs for other manufacturers.