New Seamaster 300m Rotor Noise

The Athenian

Hello everyone,

This is my first post in this forum as this is my first Omega watch.

As the title suggests, I got the new Seamaster in silver 10 days ago (early Christmas gift from my wife). Great watch, feels closer to my Sub than I would expect (clasp and bezel action still better on the Rolex but winding, finish and overal feeling superb). However, I am not used to rotor noises on my Rolex watches and the caliber 8800 rotor is very loud. Is this normal with this movement? Any other users of the Seamaster could confirm this? Thank you.

The Athenian

...and the caliber 8800 rotor is very loud. Is this normal with this movement? Any other users of the Seamaster could confirm this? Thank you.

absolutemustard

I believe the sounds you are hearing is the ceramic rotor ball bearings

It's normal

Rolex has a thin metal post that the weight spins on, so the sound is quieter. I believe the bearings make the Omega calibre more robust, but I am sure some will dispute that.

D Duckie

In recent times Rolex has been updating their movements.
The latest movements utilize a ball bearing mounted Rotor.

Hence my question above, requesting more background information so as we may answer with more authority/confidence.

Perhaps the OP ought to simply take the watch back to the dealer and ask if it's normal.

absolutemustard

The most common questions for people that are new to ceramic bearing rotors deal with sound, so with confidence I would say that is the case here as well. He is also comparing the watch to his Sub, so I would also say he is used to the sound of a rotor axe lon a 3135.

D Duckie

Welcome to the Omega forum.

What you experience could be described as normal.
In order to gain a reference point to better answer your question.
What Rolex watch models do you have?
More specifically, what caliber movements do they contain?

D Duckie

Yes, it is a common occurance.

Besides the mention of a Sub which will have (for all intents and purposes) a silent rotor.
The OP also mentions multiple Rolex watches, and to that there may also be a newer movement or two amongst them.

Woodlands

I have the 2018 300M. If I shake mine next to my ear I hear the rotor. It’s keeping time within spec. It’s my first self-winding watch. I’m not concerned.

absolutemustard

The most common questions for people that are new to ceramic bearing rotors deal with sound, so with confidence I would say that is the case here as well. He is also comparing the watch to his Sub, so I would also say he is used to the sound of a rotor axe lon a 3135.

The Athenian

You are probably right. I am used to the silent Sub... although this new Seamaster feels very close to it! (don't have any experience with the previous model).

ama98

I just experienced this on my 6 months old Diver 300M. It wasn't noisy at all. Today I heard it for the first time.
Not sure what trigged this.... Should I be concerned and visit a service center?