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kinnick24 · 20 October 2018, 10:02 AM

I recently picked up a mid-1980's Rolex Datejust with a stainless steel jubilee bracelet. I can wear it but its a bit tight. Whats the easiest solution? Do I need to take it to a Rolex dealer to have the band adjusted? Should I just purchase a couple links via eBay and see if a local jeweler will add them on for me?

Thank you in advance
Jim

pickettt · 20 October 2018, 10:33 AM

Salad.

kauffee · 20 October 2018, 10:38 AM

Have you tried the micro adjust positions in the clasp? If not, try that first. If still too tight then yeah, you’ll have to buy more links. EBay is fine if you know what you’re doing. Otherwise go through a local AD.

DoctorA · 20 October 2018, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by kauffee

Have you tried the micro adjust positions in the clasp? If not, try that first. If still too tight then yeah, you’ll have to buy more links. EBay is fine if you know what you’re doing. Otherwise go through a local AD.

I don’t believe the 80s models have micro adjustments at the clasp
Your best bet is buying extra links. Check the classified section on here, they sometimes become available
Just careful when you’re buying and make sure you buy from a reputable seller
Good luck and congratulations on your watch!

kauffee · 20 October 2018, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by DoctorA

I don’t believe the 80s models have micro adjustments at the clasp

Didn’t know that, thanks!

HNIC · 20 October 2018, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by pickettt

Salad.

+1

Also a pry bar for stretching the bracelet. Problem solving at its finest. Lol

In all seriousness, add a link. Your AD should be able to supply you with one as well as install it.

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Nikrnic · 20 October 2018, 02:37 PM

I'd suggest checking with a Rolex AD and show them what you have and if needed they will make sure you get exactly what you need.

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enjoythemusic · 20 October 2018, 10:24 PM

Add a link(s).

datejust24 · 20 October 2018, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by DoctorA

I don’t believe the 80s models have micro adjustments at the clasp
Your best bet is buying extra links. Check the classified section on here, they sometimes become available
Just careful when you’re buying and make sure you buy from a reputable seller
Good luck and congratulations on your watch!

Of course they do ....look at the side of the clasp...see those little holes? Those are to make micro adjustments ...try this before spending money on links

watchwatcher · 20 October 2018, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Nikrnic

I'd suggest checking with a Rolex AD and show them what you have and if needed they will make sure you get exactly what you need.

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Second that. It would a shame to buy some links on Ebay and have them not work with your particular bracelet or worse, be aftermarket.

Also, the AD's are the pros (usually) when it comes to fitment of your watch.

Good luck,

kinnick24 · 23 October 2018, 04:32 AM

A huge "thank you" to everyone for their input and suggestions. I took it to the local AD this morning and she adjusted the clasp and it fits perfectly - no need for extra links and no charge for service.

Thanks again
Jim

HONDABBQ · 23 October 2018, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by pickettt

Salad.

Forgive my ignorance.

What does that even mean?

MikeyV · 23 October 2018, 05:04 AM

Have a go at a diet to make watch fit better. :)

tudorbaja27 · 23 October 2018, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by pickettt

Salad.

And clementines.

tudorbaja27 · 23 October 2018, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by HONDABBQ

Forgive my ignorance.

What does that even mean?

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeyV

Have a go at a diet to make watch fit better. :)

Answer

Speedbird-1 · 23 October 2018, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by pickettt

Salad.

Hahaha!

Quote:

Originally Posted by HONDABBQ

Forgive my ignorance.

What does that even mean?

What!

R!$ · 23 October 2018, 05:34 AM

purchase a couple links and add them yourself

watchwatcher · 23 October 2018, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by kinnick24

A huge "thank you" to everyone for their input and suggestions. I took it to the local AD this morning and she adjusted the clasp and it fits perfectly - no need for extra links and no charge for service.

Thanks again
Jim

Awesome!

Aldwyn · 23 October 2018, 06:43 AM

Alls well that ends well, and you dont have to watch what you eat!

Devildog · 23 October 2018, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by kauffee

Didn’t know that, thanks!

The good doctor is wrong. They do.

20 October 2018, 10:02 AM	#1
kinnick24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Indy Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 14	Rolex watchband is tight - simplest solution? I recently picked up a mid-1980's Rolex Datejust with a stainless steel jubilee bracelet. I can wear it but its a bit tight. Whats the easiest solution? Do I need to take it to a Rolex dealer to have the band adjusted? Should I just purchase a couple links via eBay and see if a local jeweler will add them on for me? Thank you in advance Jim

20 October 2018, 10:24 PM	#8
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,445	Add a link(s). __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

23 October 2018, 04:32 AM	#11
kinnick24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Indy Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 14	thank you A huge "thank you" to everyone for their input and suggestions. I took it to the local AD this morning and she adjusted the clasp and it fits perfectly - no need for extra links and no charge for service. Thanks again Jim

20 October 2018, 10:33 AM	#2
pickettt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California Watch: Shiny One Posts: 5,364	Salad.

20 October 2018, 10:38 AM	#3
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	Have you tried the micro adjust positions in the clasp? If not, try that first. If still too tight then yeah, you’ll have to buy more links. EBay is fine if you know what you’re doing. Otherwise go through a local AD.

20 October 2018, 02:37 PM	#7
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,160	I'd suggest checking with a Rolex AD and show them what you have and if needed they will make sure you get exactly what you need. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

23 October 2018, 05:04 AM	#13
MikeyV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: N. California Watch: DateJust 41 TT Posts: 545	Have a go at a diet to make watch fit better. :)

23 October 2018, 05:34 AM	#17
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	purchase a couple links and add them yourself

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Aldwyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Maryland Watch: GMT Mast II 116713 Posts: 200	Alls well that ends well, and you dont have to watch what you eat!

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