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  1. brc007 Feb 24, 2015

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    Am I suppose to be hearing any other noises other than the ticking from the escapement?

    In addition to the ticking, I hear a "clanging" noise. Like metal hitting metal.
    Its a 3570 that I bought from an AD a month ago, so its relatively new.

    You guys have any similar experiences?
    Thanks!
     
  2. Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Feb 25, 2015

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    Is this just when you hold the watch to your ear and keep it still, or when the watch is being moved around, etc.?
     
  3. brc007 Feb 25, 2015

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    It's when I hold the watch still to my ear.
    I imagine the noise is still there when it's not up to my ear, but inaudible at that distance. It's about the same volume as the ticking from the escapement.

    I guess it's also worth mentioning that this clanging noise is pretty inconsistent. For the most part, the noise is in rhythm with the escapement. Other times it will be slower or not present.
    Thanks for your help!
     
  4. Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Feb 25, 2015

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    I'm guessing it's some sort of harmonic that is coming and going as the watch runs. Does it have a specific frequency? It could be due to a wheel that is slightly out of round or flat, causing the torque to change slightly was it rotates...

    I would suggest that as long as the watch runs fine, I wouldn't worry about it.

    Cheers, Al