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Old 14 October 2017, 03:24 AM   #1
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Replacement deployment buckle on RG ROO

I've got tiny wrists (6 inches) and the deployment buckle is the only thing that stops me wearing this 24/7... how much would I be looking at to replace it with a pin buckle & strap?
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Old 14 October 2017, 04:28 AM   #2
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Give APSC a call. I hate to be that guy but it’s deployant

I would guess you’re looking at maybe 1000-1500 pounds? I really have no idea.
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Old 14 October 2017, 06:34 AM   #3
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Maybe a dumb suggestion - but have you tried reversing the clasp, in addition to having the short strap? It makes a huge difference in my experience.
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Old 14 October 2017, 06:38 AM   #4
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Maybe a dumb suggestion - but have you tried reversing the clasp
That's not a dumb suggestion and it definitely helped me with the fit of my Bumblebee which had a deployment buckle.
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Old 14 October 2017, 07:00 AM   #5
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I also reversed straps on every 42 ROO I’ve ever owned and makes it much more comfortable.
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Old 15 October 2017, 02:55 AM   #6
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Reversing it sounds like an awesome idea - I’d often thought how much easier it would be!

Possible stupid question - how do I go about doing this? Are there any guides/videos about?


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Old 15 October 2017, 02:57 AM   #7
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Give APSC a call. I hate to be that guy but it’s deployant

I would guess you’re looking at maybe 1000-1500 pounds? I really have no idea.


Haha no worries - I’d rather someone pointed it out than let me carry on making myself look like an idiot


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Old 15 October 2017, 03:14 AM   #8
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Reversing it sounds like an awesome idea - I’d often thought how much easier it would be!

Possible stupid question - how do I go about doing this? Are there any guides/videos about?


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You need to use two screwdrivers at same time and a pin pusher. Your AD or preferably APSC should be able to do it. If you worried about scratches you can tape up the lug and case yourself first.

Useful thread is below.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...92#post7969692
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Old 15 October 2017, 03:21 AM   #9
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My old man changed the strap on my AP to the XS before so he should be able to help.... is it a case of swapping the whole strap round?


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Old 15 October 2017, 03:24 AM   #10
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My old man changed the strap on my AP to the XS before so he should be able to help.... is it a case of swapping the whole strap round?


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Yes, you can also use one end from each of the two straps you presumably now have, to find the best fit, try all combinations.
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Old 15 October 2017, 03:25 AM   #11
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Yes, you can also use one end from each of the two straps you presumably now have, to find the best fit, try all combinations.


Thanks, you’re a star! I’ll report back how I get on.


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Old 16 October 2017, 02:25 AM   #12
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Swapped the straps around and it wears like a different watch, thanks guys!
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Old 18 October 2017, 06:26 AM   #13
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Where did you get the deployment Buckle/clasp? Looking at putting one on for a 18238...I have the straps..just need to buy a Daytona Deployment Buckle Clasp.
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Old 18 October 2017, 07:24 AM   #14
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Swapped the straps around and it wears like a different watch, thanks guys!
That's great, the deployment if not fitting you well can be a nightmare. If I'm reading this right, are you a lady? If so would love to see pics, or even if you are not.
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Old 18 October 2017, 07:30 AM   #15
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That's great, the deployment if not fitting you well can be a nightmare. If I'm reading this right, are you a lady? If so would love to see pics, or even if you are not.


Haha, I’m not a lady, but I do have lady sized wrists!

When I bought my Dayton, the guy called me to double check the measurement - said it was the smallest watch he’d sized


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Old 18 October 2017, 09:29 PM   #16
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Where did you get the deployment Buckle/clasp? Looking at putting one on for a 18238...I have the straps..just need to buy a Daytona Deployment Buckle Clasp.


Do you mean for a ROO? I’ve seen a few in Chrono24, but failing that I’d say a local AD


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