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Jer1974 · 16 December 2008, 12:14 AM

Hi all this is my first post. I Just purchased a Sub date which will be with me tomorrow. How hard is it to adjust the strap and remove links? What tools do I need? Are the pins screwed in? I dont really want to go into town at this time of year unless I really have to. Would you advise me not to do it myself.

Thanks

Jeremy

padi56 · 16 December 2008, 12:31 AM

Its very easy to remove link screws if you have a set of good quality jeweller type small screw drivers.But it might fit you ok so wait until you get watch, small adjustments can be made by just moving the spring-bar pin in clasp.

Greenring · 16 December 2008, 12:36 AM

I bent my cheapo screw drivers trying to remove the link screws so gave up and went to my AD for a band adjustment. She told me the screws are put in place with loctite and that I needed to steam heat or immerse the links in very hot water for a few minutes to soften the loctite. Since all my bands were adjusted by her, I haven't needed to try it, but I do have that very nice screwdriver set from her.... and a steam humidifier going....

onkyo · 16 December 2008, 12:46 AM

Its actually easy to do .......... But be very careful if you have no experience adjusting the band as you can easily scratch a link.

You may want to practice on a cheapo watch.

ohsixx · 16 December 2008, 01:17 AM

I pay!

GoldenBear · 16 December 2008, 01:47 AM

Hopefully you bought it from an AD. I would get it adjusted there. If you didn't, I would still go into a watch shop/AD. They may charge $5. If they don't charge, I usually tip them $5.

onkyo · 16 December 2008, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoldenBear

Hopefully you bought it from an AD. I would get it adjusted there. If you didn't, I would still go into a watch shop/AD. They may charge $5. If they don't charge, I usually tip them $5.

But be careful with 'regular' jewelery stores. One such store scratched the case of my Omega PO while sizing the band and I didn't notice it until I got home.

Tools · 16 December 2008, 01:54 AM

We show you how over in our Reference Library:

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=44158

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mc1010 · 13 October 2012, 05:47 PM

Removing the bracelet is quite easy as long as you have the right tools. Bought mine before online from Ofrei. Very good quality. Google: Ofrei spring bar tools. I got the FB-504, but the Burgeon 6825-PF pliers would be a better/easier yet more expensive option.

16 December 2008, 12:14 AM	#1
Jer1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Glasgow Posts: 1	How to adjust the strap? Hi all this is my first post. I Just purchased a Sub date which will be with me tomorrow. How hard is it to adjust the strap and remove links? What tools do I need? Are the pins screwed in? I dont really want to go into town at this time of year unless I really have to. Would you advise me not to do it myself. Thanks Jeremy

16 December 2008, 12:31 AM	#2
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16 December 2008, 12:36 AM	#3
Greenring "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Stan Location: Brunswick, Ohio Watch: All of them Posts: 967	I bent my cheapo screw drivers trying to remove the link screws so gave up and went to my AD for a band adjustment. She told me the screws are put in place with loctite and that I needed to steam heat or immerse the links in very hot water for a few minutes to soften the loctite. Since all my bands were adjusted by her, I haven't needed to try it, but I do have that very nice screwdriver set from her.... and a steam humidifier going....

16 December 2008, 12:46 AM	#4
onkyo Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Pav Location: Manhattan Posts: 11,495	Its actually easy to do .......... But be very careful if you have no experience adjusting the band as you can easily scratch a link. You may want to practice on a cheapo watch.

13 October 2012, 05:47 PM	#9
mc1010 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Mark Location: * Posts: 240	Removing the bracelet is quite easy as long as you have the right tools. Bought mine before online from Ofrei. Very good quality. Google: Ofrei spring bar tools. I got the FB-504, but the Burgeon 6825-PF pliers would be a better/easier yet more expensive option.

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