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Old 14 August 2010, 05:58 AM   #1
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Great pics, but I've often wondered why Rolex don't use the Philips 4-head screws instead of the straight-slotted ones..............wouldn't be easier and quicker for the watchmaker to work on?

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Old 14 August 2010, 09:50 AM   #2
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Great pics, but I've often wondered why Rolex don't use the Philips 4-head screws instead of the straight-slotted ones..............wouldn't be easier and quicker for the watchmaker to work on?

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you need more depth on a philips head. slotted are low profile
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Old 14 August 2010, 12:41 PM   #3
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you need more depth on a philips head. slotted are low profile
Plus you can get more torque on a slotted screw if necessary...
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Old 14 August 2010, 01:04 PM   #4
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Old 14 August 2010, 01:21 PM   #5
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