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zeuloa · 27 October 2011, 05:20 AM

I have an M series DJ with an Oyster bracelet. The clasp pops open rather easily (e.g. when clapping, washing dog, etc...).

Is this common or can there be something wrong with mine?

Thanks!

handsfull · 27 October 2011, 06:34 AM

Most likely: The folding clasp has been bent and needs to be tweaked. Find a watchmaker near you and they should be able to correct.

MonBK · 27 October 2011, 06:35 AM

Let someone else wash the dog.

Rikki · 27 October 2011, 12:19 PM

Ok open the watch band with watch hanging down band up with buckle in left hand the folding part closest to the buckle bend it in the middle slightly in the direction of it's bend then close to see it tighter if it needs more bend it a little till it closes tightly. Let me know how you make out this is how it's done. Rikki

Vetteman · 27 October 2011, 01:04 PM

Pretty cool... I was able to tighten up my Sub clasp by following the instructions. And I thought I needed to bend the little tabs to make it latch

Rikki · 27 October 2011, 10:40 PM

Your welcome don't ever bend the tabs they will eventually break off. Rikki

Rikki · 27 October 2011, 10:40 PM

zeuloa · 28 October 2011, 08:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rikki

Ok open the watch band with watch hanging down band up with buckle in left hand the folding part closest to the buckle bend it in the middle slightly in the direction of it's bend then close to see it tighter if it needs more bend it a little till it closes tightly. Let me know how you make out this is how it's done. Rikki

Are you referring to the old style clasp? Mine has the new style clasp which is pretty solid and I don't think it'll bend....

Rikki · 28 October 2011, 12:11 PM

Old style with thin metel folding clasps Rik

oneillba · 28 October 2011, 12:28 PM

Thanks for the tip!

zeuloa · 29 October 2011, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rikki

Old style with thin metel folding clasps Rik

Any tips for new style clasp?

wmoore · 4 November 2011, 10:36 AM

Rikki: Thanks for the tip, I just tried it on my 16220 and it worked perfect. Without the tip, I would have bent the tabs.
Cheers
Wayne

Rikki · 5 November 2011, 11:55 AM

Saved another life outstanding rofl Rikki

sid8 · 14 December 2011, 06:23 AM

just bent my new datejust 2 slightly and it is much better. more of a solid click now
cheers sid

rmfnla · 20 December 2011, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vetteman

Pretty cool... I was able to tighten up my Sub clasp by following the instructions. [B]And I thought I needed to bend the little tabs to make it latch

Common misconception...

SUBMAN16613 · 5 January 2012, 01:47 PM

Its a very simple fix...

Very carefully bend the two "U" shaped parts of the bracelet that are connected to the links. They collapse on one another, and through gradual wear they get bent outward. Just a VERY slight and careful bend will re-seat the buckle. The DJ's use the Jubilee style bracelet which does not utilize a safety clasp on the buckle as the Oyster bracelets. making them more prone to accidental release. Lastly the buckle its self should have a crisp "click" or bite on the end spring bar. If the buckle is not clicking then I agree you should go to a RSC and have it corrected. It will cost you no more than $100.00 bucks to have the bracelet cleaned and serviced.

A 100 bucks is a heck of a lot better than losing the watch at doggie day care...

No big deal..

Andelain · 6 January 2012, 01:34 AM

Tagging this because my Date has the same problem. Can someone please post pics showing what parts need bending? I have an old style from 2006.

Thanks

usbzoso · 6 January 2012, 01:35 AM

DIY as Rik said

27 October 2011, 05:20 AM	#1
zeuloa "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jose Location: Here Watch: SEA-DWELLER Posts: 2,232	Oyster bracelet on DJ pops open! I have an M series DJ with an Oyster bracelet. The clasp pops open rather easily (e.g. when clapping, washing dog, etc...). Is this common or can there be something wrong with mine? Thanks!

27 October 2011, 12:19 PM	#4
Rikki TechXpert Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rik Dietel Location: Seminole Fla Watch: 5512 s/s Sub Posts: 1,818	Ok open the watch band with watch hanging down band up with buckle in left hand the folding part closest to the buckle bend it in the middle slightly in the direction of it's bend then close to see it tighter if it needs more bend it a little till it closes tightly. Let me know how you make out this is how it's done. Rikki __________________ Century 21 Certified watchmaker Omega Service Provider Trained Omega OWME Certified. Rolex Parts Account Holder.

27 October 2011, 01:04 PM	#5
Vetteman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NC Watch: 16610 Posts: 420	Pretty cool... I was able to tighten up my Sub clasp by following the instructions. And I thought I needed to bend the little tabs to make it latch __________________ His 16610 E serial Her's 178240 Z Serial Salmon Dial Roman Markers 178344 Random Serial MOP Dial Diamond 6/Bezel 114210 M Serial Blue 3-6-9 Sticks 115200/210 M Serial Black / White Dial Stick Markers

27 October 2011, 10:40 PM	#6
Rikki TechXpert Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rik Dietel Location: Seminole Fla Watch: 5512 s/s Sub Posts: 1,818	Your welcome don't ever bend the tabs they will eventually break off. Rikki __________________ Century 21 Certified watchmaker Omega Service Provider Trained Omega OWME Certified. Rolex Parts Account Holder.

27 October 2011, 10:40 PM	#7
Rikki TechXpert Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rik Dietel Location: Seminole Fla Watch: 5512 s/s Sub Posts: 1,818	Last edited by Rikki; 27 October 2011 at 10:42 PM.. Reason: it double posted

27 October 2011, 06:34 AM	#2
handsfull "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: J Location: The great Midwest Watch: youlookinat? Posts: 2,369	Most likely: The folding clasp has been bent and needs to be tweaked. Find a watchmaker near you and they should be able to correct.

27 October 2011, 06:35 AM	#3
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	Let someone else wash the dog.

28 October 2011, 12:11 PM	#9
Rikki TechXpert Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rik Dietel Location: Seminole Fla Watch: 5512 s/s Sub Posts: 1,818	Old style with thin metel folding clasps Rik __________________ Century 21 Certified watchmaker Omega Service Provider Trained Omega OWME Certified. Rolex Parts Account Holder.

28 October 2011, 12:28 PM	#10
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	Thanks for the tip! __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

4 November 2011, 10:36 AM	#12
wmoore "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Wayne Location: Nova Scotia Watch: 116263, 79280 Posts: 255	Rikki: Thanks for the tip, I just tried it on my 16220 and it worked perfect. Without the tip, I would have bent the tabs. Cheers Wayne

5 November 2011, 11:55 AM	#13
Rikki TechXpert Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rik Dietel Location: Seminole Fla Watch: 5512 s/s Sub Posts: 1,818	Saved another life outstanding rofl Rikki __________________ Century 21 Certified watchmaker Omega Service Provider Trained Omega OWME Certified. Rolex Parts Account Holder.

14 December 2011, 06:23 AM	#14
sid8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: uk Watch: DJ 2 & Explorer 2 Posts: 230	just bent my new datejust 2 slightly and it is much better. more of a solid click now cheers sid

5 January 2012, 01:47 PM	#16
SUBMAN16613 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Todd Location: CUMMING Watch: 16613 Blue Posts: 4	Its a very simple fix... Very carefully bend the two "U" shaped parts of the bracelet that are connected to the links. They collapse on one another, and through gradual wear they get bent outward. Just a VERY slight and careful bend will re-seat the buckle. The DJ's use the Jubilee style bracelet which does not utilize a safety clasp on the buckle as the Oyster bracelets. making them more prone to accidental release. Lastly the buckle its self should have a crisp "click" or bite on the end spring bar. If the buckle is not clicking then I agree you should go to a RSC and have it corrected. It will cost you no more than $100.00 bucks to have the bracelet cleaned and serviced. A 100 bucks is a heck of a lot better than losing the watch at doggie day care... No big deal..

6 January 2012, 01:34 AM	#17
Andelain "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: The Sandbox Watch: ing your 6...... Posts: 1,379	Tagging this because my Date has the same problem. Can someone please post pics showing what parts need bending? I have an old style from 2006. Thanks __________________ .

6 January 2012, 01:35 AM	#18
usbzoso Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Stan Location: Dallas Watch: 16610/16600/16800 Posts: 1,231	DIY as Rik said

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