Intermittent hacking issue?

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Hi all,

Yesterday my fiancé gifted me a new Omega AT 38mm (8800 caliber) for an engagement gift.

I was playing around with the crown and I noticed one time when I pulled to the time setting position (position 3), the seconds hand continued moving. I pushed the crown back in, pulled it back out and it hacked the seconds hand fine. Pressing the crown back in and trying again has remedied it.

I was nervous something might’ve been wrong with this new watch, so I tried to recreate the issue many times. I must’ve pulled out the crown at least 20 more times and it hacked the seconds hand perfectly fine, although I was able to recreate the issue once more where the seconds hand continued moving.

My question: Since this issue occurred infrequently, is this considered a problem? Is there a reason to be concerned if the watch is running well and keeping good time?

I’m not sure if it’s considered a problem if it’s a one off or if it’s infrequent. I’m wondering if any of you have similar experiences.
 
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With many watches I've owned, I've found that hitting the sweet spot on a particular crown position is sometimes hit-and-miss. Given that your watch is brand-new it could be that it needs a little 'breaking in'. I wouldn't worry too much about it.
 
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I've had this happen before. I assume your watch is covered by warranty. If so, take it easy and don't sweat it. You have plenty of time to determine if it's a real issue. I do not advise continually trying to replicate the problem. Just enjoy the watch and see if the issue recurs organically.
 
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With many watches I've owned, I've found that hitting the sweet spot on a particular crown position is sometimes hit-and-miss. Given that your watch is brand-new it could be that it needs a little 'breaking in'. I wouldn't worry too much about it.
Thank you, that’s very reassuring to hear.
 
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I've had this happen before. I assume your watch is covered by warranty. If so, take it easy and don't sweat it. You have plenty of time to determine if it's a real issue. I do not advise continually trying to replicate the problem. Just enjoy the watch and see if the issue recurs organically.
Thanks for the advice, it’s reassuring to hear. I tried to replicate the problem only because it’s a new watch and I was feeling very nervous when I noticed it. I’ll stop trying to replicate the issue now that my anxiety is at ease.
 
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Thats a great engagement gift, you lucky man. Must be a great girl!

And as always, pics please.
 
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Thanks for the advice, it’s reassuring to hear. I tried to replicate the problem only because it’s a new watch and I was feeling very nervous when I noticed it. I’ll stop trying to replicate the issue now that my anxiety is at ease.

I'm glad we could help.