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Re: 5200.50 dynamic
In Response To: 5200.50 dynamic ()

: The watch seems to be losing 7 or so seconds a

That's a bit high. While the Dynamic is not certified as a Chroometer, it is otherwise exactly the same movement as used in several Chronometer models. My Dynamic actually performs slightly better than my DeVille and SMP Chronometer watches.

: seconds,...even when i set it fast, it still
: loses time,...

That is a nonsensical concept. You can't set a watch 'fast' -- you are only setting it *ahead* of the correct time. Setting it different from correct time does not make it run faster or slower to catch up.

: use any suggestions you might have, Do you
: think maybe a fine adjustment is in order? I

Yes. A simple regulation is all that is needed.

: question...as dumb as it sounds...is it
: possible to remove the movement, and replace
: it with a substandard movement?..Ive been

That is just your paranoia talking. Your watch merely needs a minor, common adjustment. Nothing more.

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