Loctite...

[MariettaMike]

Should I use Loctite when reattaching oyster link on bracelet? Thanks in advance for input.


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[kieselguhr]

I only use it on screws, a micro amount, purple.

[MrMercedes]

Always!!! Use 221 Loctite and remove the residues of the old Loctite with a needle beforehand

[WCHROLX]

Originally Posted by MrMercedes

Always!!! Use 221 Loctite and remove the residues of the old Loctite with a needle beforehand

Good one

[padi56]

Originally Posted by MariettaMike

Should I use Loctite when reattaching oyster link on bracelet? Thanks in advance for input.


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If you do use Loctite the Loctite grade you should use is 221 or 222/223 but just a very very tiny amount on female screw thread only and you will be fine.

[MariettaMike]

Originally Posted by padi56

If you do use Loctite the Loctite grade you should use is 221 or 222/223 but just a very very tiny amount on female screw thread only and you will be fine.

Thank you. Excellent advice.


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[barneb10]

I've never used it.
Remember to use a heat source, like a blow dryer, when taking the links off in the future.

[ilovethiscity]

I have always used it and I’m nearly 12 years in. I have never had one remotely loose screw on any Rolex I’ve had!

[cj3209]

Used loctite on the pins and screws when removing a link. What a mistake that was. Couldn't get the pins out. Will NEVER EVER put loctite on the pins. Maybe a TINY bit on the screws but NEVER on the pins. This was on an OMEGA watch though.

With a Rolex, since the pin and screw are connected, I might put a tiny bit only on the screw.

FWIW.

CJ

[Brian Page]

You can use a hair dryer to heat up the link to break it easier and clean the screw.

[Tools]

Acetone is the clean-up for Loctite; the same stuff used in most nail-polish remover for you metro-guys.

Heat is the "breaker" to use when removing a locked screw - above 250 degrees. The low strength used in watches is supposed to "break" when the applied torque is greater than the initial torque, but sometimes that still allows the screwdriver to slip too much.

[iTreelex]

Originally Posted by cj3209

Used loctite on the pins and screws when removing a link. What a mistake that was. Couldn't get the pins out. Will NEVER EVER put loctite on the pins. Maybe a TINY bit on the screws but NEVER on the pins. This was on an OMEGA watch though.

With a Rolex, since the pin and screw are connected, I might put a tiny bit only on the screw.

FWIW.

CJ

you should never ever use loctite on pins... You'll end up destroying a link. You technically don't need loctite on omega bracelets since the screws are used just as a covering.

I use loctite 222 FWIW.

https://www.minus4plus6.com/maintenance.php

Very bottom of the page

[cj3209]

Originally Posted by iTreelex

you should never ever use loctite on pins...

This is why one has to be careful with youtube instructional videos. The guy recommended putting loctite on the pins...

[faimag]

It's not a critical necessity but if you have it, why not? just put a tiny bit amount on the female thread (not the screw itself)

[RJRJRJ]

I use Loctite 242 blue which is easy to find at Home Depot. Do not use red (liquid color).

[smiles11]

Always use it

[JoseR]

I got my watch sized by a AD and he removed the link in front of me and didn't heat or use loctite at all and it's been fine. Go figure..