Rolex glidelock

[HeadCoach]

So I recently got my Sub and I am so thankful for the glide lock technology and it made me think...why isn’t this on all Rolex watches? The ability to size the watch without removing links is a wonderful perk.

Has there been any talk about bringing this technology to other Rolex watches? I know most have the 5mm adjustment capabilities, but it would make sense to do it with all their watches...

Thoughts??


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[Harry-57]

It's a diving extension so it goes on diving watches.

Good though the Easylink system is, it would be nice if Rolex did something more like a Glidelock across the range. Perhaps a half length version?

My wrists tend to swell in hot weather. The ability to adjust without tools is invaluable at times.

[Ihatecheese]

The clasp is doo big for watches which aren't as chunky as a dive watch. Cool clasp tho.

[RJRJRJ]

Check out the 126655 with the small version of the glidelock.

[amanbra]

I have a 126655. It’s a smaller glidelock than the sub version. It’s the greatest it really should be on or be an option on all their watches.


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[kwingy]

I think having a glide lock is seen as an "extra perk" and you have to pay extra to have it. I.e the OP doesn't have it because its seen as an entry level watch to Rolex.

[Yess]

Yeah glide lock is great.
The Tudor system is better, but less traditional.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by amanbra

I have a 126655. It’s a smaller glidelock than the sub version. It’s the greatest it really should be on or be an option on all their watches.


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I agree

The glidelock found on the Submariner and Seadwellers is quite a chuck of metal and is just too large and wouldn’t suit most others references IMHO.

A smaller glidelock, instead of the all or nothing Easylink, would be perfect

[samson66]

It's large and heavy so generally they don't want it on dressier watches

[1William]

The on the go adjustment of the Glide lock and Easy Link are great and I wish they could figure it out for the DD.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by 1William

The on the go adjustment of the Glide lock and Easy Link are great and I wish they could figure it out for the DD.

Agreed

[garyk]

Glidelock on my 116613LB Sub is different than my 116660 JC DSSD But both are brilliant!

[Jim Smyth]

I have had both and prefer the easy link. The Glidelock is way too big and long for my liking. I have been in search of a 78200 to replace my 97200 bracelet at a fair price but so far no luck.

[slus]

Once you get used to the Glidelock, it is hard to do without one.

Once you get used to the external, on the wrist adjustment of the DSSD Glidelock, it is hard to go back to a regular Glidelock!

[Rori]

Originally Posted by HeadCoach

So I recently got my Sub and I am so thankful for the glide lock technology and it made me think...why isn’t this on all Rolex watches? The ability to size the watch without removing links is a wonderful perk.

Has there been any talk about bringing this technology to other Rolex watches? I know most have the 5mm adjustment capabilities, but it would make sense to do it with all their watches...

Thoughts??


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Same remark here. Rolex should put this amazing yet simple adjustment feature on all oyster bracelets. For those who don't like a large clasp, the 126655 solved that.
Today, after using this feature almost daily I can hardly use any other bracelet/clasp design.

[prnceofpersia23]

A week late to the thread, but I just got a 126655 and the version of Glidelock on this reference is fantastic. Very practical and not quite as large as other Glidelock clasps. I have already used it multiple times in the short time I've had the watch.

I had a 116518LN and found that I was often uncomfortable with Oysterflex. Glidelock has alleviated any issues with comfort.

Would love to see it on other sport models. I personally have never found Easylink to be useful.

[macrowatch]

Originally Posted by prnceofpersia23

A week late to the thread, but I just got a 126655 and the version of Glidelock on this reference is fantastic. Very practical and not quite as large as other Glidelock clasps. I have already used it multiple times in the short time I've had the watch.

I had a 116518LN and found that I was often uncomfortable with Oysterflex. Glidelock has alleviated any issues with comfort.

Would love to see it on other sport models. I personally have never found Easylink to be useful.

Does your 116518Ln come with glide lock or did you throw one on from a sub?

To OP, it’s a bit of a trade off. If you look at the new YM clasps, they are longer and slightly less comfortable IMO.

[prnceofpersia23]

Sorry, to clarify, I did not have Glidelock on the 116518LN. I have it now on the 126655 and it is a significant improvement in comfort on the Oysterflex.

I think it would make sense for all Oysterflex models to have some form of Glidelock.

[904VT]

Rolex finally released the abbreviated Glidelock in the YM42 recent release at Basel. IMO it's long overdue for the full line of Professionals. There is no reason to include the full Glidelock on non-divers, but from a convenience and adjustability standpoint there is no reason to not include the abbreviated Glidelock on the rest. It really is pretty much exactly the same size as the EasyLink style clasp too.

[abozz]

Yes! Glidelock are the BEST.

Only Rolex Sub, SD43 and the wonderful Glidelock DSSD have that feature.

PM YM 42mm, white gold have OF with Glidelock

Picture Glidelock DSSD:

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[Henrimontgomery]

For those interested, check out Omega’s Ploprof adjustable clasp. You push and slide, it’s more compact and quite interesting.

[Polarexplorerii]

Originally Posted by Ihatecheese

The clasp is doo big for watches which aren't as chunky as a dive watch. Cool clasp tho.

yup

[Rashid.bk]

Originally Posted by HeadCoach

So I recently got my Sub and I am so thankful for the glide lock technology and it made me think...why isn’t this on all Rolex watches? The ability to size the watch without removing links is a wonderful perk.

Has there been any talk about bringing this technology to other Rolex watches? I know most have the 5mm adjustment capabilities, but it would make sense to do it with all their watches...

Thoughts??


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I think it’s how Rolex separates its features and makes it a selling point from one model to the next.
I would love a glidelock on Explorers for instance. For Rolex the Glidelock is a dive watch feature similar to the way Rolex divers were the only references to have the diver extension links.

However this is virtually and industry wide standard as many brands offer such adjustability only on dive related models.

[Rashid.bk]

Originally Posted by Ihatecheese

The clasp is doo big for watches which aren't as chunky as a dive watch. Cool clasp tho.

That’s a very great point. Imagine DD or Daytona with a Glidelock, don’t think it would fit right. However as another poster stated, there are ways to give a little more adjustability like the way Omega does its newer push style clasps.

Rolex is just super conservative and only deals in proven formulas. Think of how many extra parts Omega has to stock for all their different bracelet/clasp styles, and how much they have to change and retool their design and manufacturing for the new clasps.
Here’s some thoughts, Rolex saves a huge amount of money in manufacturing and service costs to keep it simple. They released a new BLRO with the same clasp that was on a Daytona, then a new BLNR using the same.
Every diver will feature the same Glidelock and only the Deepsea will have the more complex version as a specific selling point which goes with the Deepsea. It’s the most technical watch Rolex makes, so it gets the most technical clasp.

The only watch I think would actually benefit from a Glidelock clasp would be the Explorers 1 & 2.

I’m fortunate to have a very easy going wrist, I don’t ever have any issues finding the right fit on my Rolex, although I will say that the Deepsea clasp is freaking amazing. I hear that DD sizing can be challenging so Rolex probably needs to invests in that. The hidden clasp looks so cool though.

[Judge]

On my DSSD it is the best invention. I will Not wear a watch without one. It gets HOT in Texas and my wrist swells, now with a very simple adjustment I go on with my day.

Love it.

[904VT]

Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

That’s a very great point. Imagine DD or Daytona with a Glidelock, don’t think it would fit right. However as another poster stated, there are ways to give a little more adjustability like the way Omega does its newer push style clasps.

Rolex is just super conservative and only deals in proven formulas. Think of how many extra parts Omega has to stock for all their different bracelet/clasp styles, and how much they have to change and retool their design and manufacturing for the new clasps.
Here’s some thoughts, Rolex saves a huge amount of money in manufacturing and service costs to keep it simple. They released a new BLRO with the same clasp that was on a Daytona, then a new BLNR using the same.
Every diver will feature the same Glidelock and only the Deepsea will have the more complex version as a specific selling point which goes with the Deepsea. It’s the most technical watch Rolex makes, so it gets the most technical clasp.

The only watch I think would actually benefit from a Glidelock clasp would be the Explorers 1 & 2.

I’m fortunate to have a very easy going wrist, I don’t ever have any issues finding the right fit on my Rolex, although I will say that the Deepsea clasp is freaking amazing. I hear that DD sizing can be challenging so Rolex probably needs to invests in that. The hidden clasp looks so cool though.

DSSD line is amazing imo and certainly my favorite GlideLock. My EasyLink clasps though I feel that the 5mm adjustability is just too large. If my wrist ever swells, it's not an entire 5mm. For me at least makes the EasyLink non-functional. From a non-diving standpoint, the GlideLocks though do help with the thicker casebook models from a comfort/fit standpoint as well imo. YM42 GlideLock is the perfect compromise though. That version imo would be perfect on the Exp1&2. I'm still disappointed Rolex didn't put the DSSD GlideLock on the SD43 since price points are very similar. Oh well

[Nikrnic]

The glidelock on my Omega Planet Ocean is much nicer than on my SubC. Not only is the clasp shorter and less bulky you just push and slide and with no increments its fully adjustable and easy peasy.

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