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101031-28 · 25 July 2019, 03:03 AM

No issues with my 4 and 5 digit clasps. My father's DJ36 clasp has been operating flawlessly since 1978, he wears the watch daily.

Ksporty · 25 July 2019, 03:08 AM

My 16600 and 16710 clasps are tight and secure, never had any issues. The Rolex stamped clasp with the safety catch was used for years across many sports references and has stood the test of time and extreme conditions. As long as they close firmly and the pins are in good shape, they're rock solid and reliable.

sillo · 25 July 2019, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by sensui

People talk about these being ratty/flimsy......from experience and seeing them over many references for decades......they are built like tanks.

Yup, a lot of the complaints you hear from people just equate the heft of the new bracelet to improved durability.

They also complain, but fail to remember what the MSRP was of the watches that these bracelets came on. These weren't $10k watches.

daveo5 · 25 July 2019, 08:43 AM

Right now I’m wearing a ref 1630 and I have no problems. It snaps when I close it.

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freesole · 1 May 2020, 01:32 PM

Old thread but my 16710 clasp isn't holding as tight anymore. The initial fold over isn't holding for some reason but the secondary fold over clicks and holds tight. Anyone else find this? Not sure if it is a simple fix.

csaltphoto · 1 May 2020, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by freesole

Old thread but my 16710 clasp isn't holding as tight anymore. The initial fold over isn't holding for some reason but the secondary fold over clicks and holds tight. Anyone else find this? Not sure if it is a simple fix.

It's simple. Just a matter of lightly flexing one of the blades (but not sure which one and which way...)

Onikage · 1 May 2020, 02:30 PM

x2 There's a thread on this somewhere. I can't remember which blade it is but if it isn't one it's the other..

Cru Jones · 1 May 2020, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by joe100

I think sums up all arguments about Rolex durability:

That’s a cool ad.

I note that the “authentic Rolex bracelet” was $15 more ($195 instead of $180

). I wonder with what they were sold if not the bracelet?

freesole · 2 May 2020, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by csaltphoto

It's simple. Just a matter of lightly flexing one of the blades (but not sure which one and which way...)

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Originally Posted by Onikage

x2 There's a thread on this somewhere. I can't remember which blade it is but if it isn't one it's the other..

Ah, you're right. Just did that this morning and everything clicks again :) Whew!

Jcy90 · 2 May 2020, 01:06 AM

extremely durable

Avs Fan · 2 May 2020, 01:30 AM

Super durable. Never had any issue , concern or worry.

Jackie Daytona · 2 May 2020, 01:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freesole

Old thread but my 16710 clasp isn't holding as tight anymore. The initial fold over isn't holding for some reason but the secondary fold over clicks and holds tight. Anyone else find this? Not sure if it is a simple fix.

The metal just bows out slightly and gets loose over time. I use to fix mine just by sort of forcing it against a desk top or something to bend it back. It would work for a bit but always tended to loosen back up. Eventually they fixed it for good during a service. I’m assuming they just heated it and bent it better than I could.

danyvw · 2 May 2020, 03:06 AM

More than 10 years wearing them, no problems at all.

inadeje · 2 May 2020, 09:17 AM

I had a Daytona Zenith on my wrist full time for 12 years. Now and again I had to bend the folding parts to regain clasp tension but that was it. The daytona doesn’t even have the butterfly closure of the subs/gmts. No worries.

Vinnee · 2 May 2020, 09:22 AM

They are durable enough if you can find them in 4 digit watches.

donas · 2 May 2020, 09:25 AM

I wore a 14060 almost my entire four years service in the Marines and bent it twice. The first time was pretty bad, but I straightened it with pliers

, the second time was also pretty bad and close to the same area so I had RSC repair it.

Granted, this was not what I'd consider normal wear! I'd say the test of Marine Corp Infantry and only sustained a bend but not failure is pretty darn good.

barneb10 · 2 May 2020, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by csaltphoto

It's simple. Just a matter of lightly flexing one of the blades (but not sure which one and which way...)

e dantes · 2 May 2020, 10:46 AM

I've only had my 16570 for a little less than a year and a half. I bought a glidelock for use in the summer. The six digit clasp is heavier and feels more substantial. By comparison, the five digit does feel flimsy. But, that is misleading. It is definitely lighter. As everyone above has said, the five digit bracelet/clasp does the job well. And it does it unobtrusively.

That being said, during the warmer months my wrist does swell and shrink throughout the day. So, I go with the glidelock for the summer.

Bladeshot · 2 May 2020, 10:54 AM

No problems on any of many dozens of Rolex I’ve owned (and been temporary caretaker to, as I trade around). Many were from the 1960s and 70s.

Binky1 · 2 May 2020, 06:10 PM

Bought my Sub Dec 27th 1989...wore it solidly for 22 years. Original clasp still works fine. Loads of diving,skiing and general abuse, still works fine. The strap is a bit “bendy” now. Once Rolex opens up again I’m going to get a new strap and clasp about £950 and put the old one in the box and keep it for posterity.

Frosty · 2 May 2020, 06:32 PM

My 1675 is a matte, radial dial, daily wearer. When it is time to take it off, I have to give a good tug on the clasp to get it off!

mikkolopez · 2 May 2020, 07:02 PM

Hasn’t let me down yet. Of the 5 digits in my stable, the clasps range from very tight to easy to open.

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fania123 · 2 May 2020, 08:57 PM

rattly bracelets & the tinfoil clasps excite me!

Rags · 2 May 2020, 09:23 PM

Never had a problem with mine..

brandrea · 2 May 2020, 09:27 PM

The watches themselves were built lighter too (non supercase case) and the clasps and bracelets weren’t asked to do as much IMHO.

peterpl · 2 May 2020, 11:04 PM

I've owned several 5 digits now. They do feel flimsy, rattly and feel kind of cheap but they are very strong and sturdy.

If you pass your 5 digit to a guy that has never held or seen a 5 digit I will almost be certain they will think its a fake watch. LOL - its happened to me many times.

Spoonage · 3 May 2020, 12:24 AM

My dad has a K serial DJ purchased new from an AD. He rotates between that and another watch. Never been serviced never had an issue with it.

Richard Carver · 3 May 2020, 12:52 AM

This one is 50 years old (watch is 52) and I see no reason it won't go another 50. Rolex mattered in the 60s and 70s and where lives depended on toughness and accuracy it was usually Rolex they turned to. British MOD, US Navy Seals, French Navy, PanAm Airlines, COMEX. Flimsy? Weight was the enemy, the old bracelets are marvels of design and engineering, obviously.

Will the new SuperLube slide clasp last 50 years? Fortunately, no one's life depends on them so it doesn't really matter, if it breaks Rolex will happily sell you a new one.:)

fskywalker · 3 May 2020, 11:52 AM

The clasp on my WG Daydate is in pretty good conditions and it is over 20 yrs old

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Meyrin · 4 May 2020, 12:36 AM

Never had any issues with the clasp on my 1996 14060...it still closes with a satisfying snap and click after daily use for 24+ years. In fact I've never had any issues with my watch at all!

25 July 2019, 03:03 AM	#31
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,754	No issues with my 4 and 5 digit clasps. My father's DJ36 clasp has been operating flawlessly since 1978, he wears the watch daily. __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

25 July 2019, 03:08 AM	#32
Ksporty "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: SC Posts: 266	How durable are the five digit clasps? My 16600 and 16710 clasps are tight and secure, never had any issues. The Rolex stamped clasp with the safety catch was used for years across many sports references and has stood the test of time and extreme conditions. As long as they close firmly and the pins are in good shape, they're rock solid and reliable.

1 May 2020, 02:30 PM	#37
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	x2 There's a thread on this somewhere. I can't remember which blade it is but if it isn't one it's the other.. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

2 May 2020, 09:17 AM	#44
inadeje 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,609	I had a Daytona Zenith on my wrist full time for 12 years. Now and again I had to bend the folding parts to regain clasp tension but that was it. The daytona doesn’t even have the butterfly closure of the subs/gmts. No worries. __________________ ♛ 116689 ♛ 116500LN Blk ♛ 116500LN Wht ♛ Sky Dweller 326934-003 ♛ 126710BLNR ♛ 126710BLRO - ♛ 126610LV ♛ 16520 ♛ 16523 ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1A-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Fiddy 127, Bronzo 671, 687, 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Daniel Roth Endurer Chronosprint, Cartier Santos XL - ✿ Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze M79012M, Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

2 May 2020, 10:54 AM	#49
Bladeshot 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Grant Location: U.S. Watch: GMT 1675 PCG Gilt Posts: 5,757	No problems on any of many dozens of Rolex I’ve owned (and been temporary caretaker to, as I trade around). Many were from the 1960s and 70s. __________________ Just another WIS who loves to trade...

25 July 2019, 08:43 AM	#34
daveo5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Las Vegas NV Watch: 14060M COSC Posts: 1,329	Right now I’m wearing a ref 1630 and I have no problems. It snaps when I close it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

1 May 2020, 01:32 PM	#35
freesole "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 175	Old thread but my 16710 clasp isn't holding as tight anymore. The initial fold over isn't holding for some reason but the secondary fold over clicks and holds tight. Anyone else find this? Not sure if it is a simple fix.

2 May 2020, 01:06 AM	#40
Jcy90 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Jonathan Location: New York Watch: GMT & SUB Posts: 703	extremely durable

2 May 2020, 01:30 AM	#41
Avs Fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,417	Super durable. Never had any issue , concern or worry.

2 May 2020, 03:06 AM	#43
danyvw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: USA Watch: Sub16610, DJ126331 Posts: 1,151	More than 10 years wearing them, no problems at all.

2 May 2020, 09:22 AM	#45
Vinnee "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: America Posts: 290	They are durable enough if you can find them in 4 digit watches.

2 May 2020, 09:25 AM	#46
donas Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Wade Location: TN Watch: 116619 Posts: 2,659	I wore a 14060 almost my entire four years service in the Marines and bent it twice. The first time was pretty bad, but I straightened it with pliers , the second time was also pretty bad and close to the same area so I had RSC repair it. Granted, this was not what I'd consider normal wear! I'd say the test of Marine Corp Infantry and only sustained a bend but not failure is pretty darn good.

2 May 2020, 10:46 AM	#48
e dantes 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: US Posts: 470	I've only had my 16570 for a little less than a year and a half. I bought a glidelock for use in the summer. The six digit clasp is heavier and feels more substantial. By comparison, the five digit does feel flimsy. But, that is misleading. It is definitely lighter. As everyone above has said, the five digit bracelet/clasp does the job well. And it does it unobtrusively. That being said, during the warmer months my wrist does swell and shrink throughout the day. So, I go with the glidelock for the summer.

2 May 2020, 06:10 PM	#50
Binky1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: UK Watch: Sub 16610LN Posts: 333	Bought my Sub Dec 27th 1989...wore it solidly for 22 years. Original clasp still works fine. Loads of diving,skiing and general abuse, still works fine. The strap is a bit “bendy” now. Once Rolex opens up again I’m going to get a new strap and clasp about £950 and put the old one in the box and keep it for posterity. __________________ 16610LN \| 126710 BLRO \| 228235 RG Olive \| 126300 Slate \| 326934 Blue \| G Shock GA2100 \| 116500LN White

2 May 2020, 06:32 PM	#51
Frosty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: So Cal Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 5,084	My 1675 is a matte, radial dial, daily wearer. When it is time to take it off, I have to give a good tug on the clasp to get it off! __________________ “Anyone can be sarcastic; it takes intelligence to solve a problem!”

2 May 2020, 07:02 PM	#52
mikkolopez "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 2,301	Hasn’t let me down yet. Of the 5 digits in my stable, the clasps range from very tight to easy to open. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ At my age now ... I have SEEN everything, I have HEARD everything, I have even DONE everything, I just don't REMEMBER everything.

2 May 2020, 08:57 PM	#53
fania123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PHILA Posts: 1,720	rattly bracelets & the tinfoil clasps excite me!

2 May 2020, 09:23 PM	#54
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,191	Never had a problem with mine.. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

2 May 2020, 09:27 PM	#55
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,743	The watches themselves were built lighter too (non supercase case) and the clasps and bracelets weren’t asked to do as much IMHO.

2 May 2020, 11:04 PM	#56
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	I've owned several 5 digits now. They do feel flimsy, rattly and feel kind of cheap but they are very strong and sturdy. If you pass your 5 digit to a guy that has never held or seen a 5 digit I will almost be certain they will think its a fake watch. LOL - its happened to me many times.

3 May 2020, 12:24 AM	#57
Spoonage 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: California Posts: 3,073	My dad has a K serial DJ purchased new from an AD. He rotates between that and another watch. Never been serviced never had an issue with it.

3 May 2020, 12:52 AM	#58
Richard Carver "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 2,237	This one is 50 years old (watch is 52) and I see no reason it won't go another 50. Rolex mattered in the 60s and 70s and where lives depended on toughness and accuracy it was usually Rolex they turned to. British MOD, US Navy Seals, French Navy, PanAm Airlines, COMEX. Flimsy? Weight was the enemy, the old bracelets are marvels of design and engineering, obviously. Will the new SuperLube slide clasp last 50 years? Fortunately, no one's life depends on them so it doesn't really matter, if it breaks Rolex will happily sell you a new one.:)

3 May 2020, 11:52 AM	#59
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,810	The clasp on my WG Daydate is in pretty good conditions and it is over 20 yrs old Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 Zenith 02.480.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

4 May 2020, 12:36 AM	#60
Meyrin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Ian Location: Hamburg Watch: Sub 14060 Posts: 1,135	Never had any issues with the clasp on my 1996 14060...it still closes with a satisfying snap and click after daily use for 24+ years. In fact I've never had any issues with my watch at all!

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