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asabet · 27 April 2018, 11:43 AM

How much of a gap between endlinks and case do you consider acceptable?

Would you take this to a jeweler to have the hollow endlinks adjusted for a more snug fit?

NoCokeNoHope · 27 April 2018, 01:47 PM

If the rattle bothers you , you can use a bit of purple loctite on the back of the lug where it touch the flat plate. I do that to prevent the endlinks scratching the engraved serial number between the lugs.

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kauffee · 27 April 2018, 01:53 PM

That’s a nice looking watch. I probably wouldn’t do anything until it’s sent for service at RSC. If they think it’s out of spec they’ll tell you.

77T · 27 April 2018, 02:24 PM

There are a few options for the fitment but not a diy imho due to risk of damaging the endlinks.

These gaps not really an easy problem on jubilee bracelets if the circlets (loops) have become stretched. The slight change in the bracelet’s loop pieces causes the edges to gap from the case. This isn’t as much a problem for the Oyster bracelet shod DJ’s since the bracelet link is wider and more solidly contained by the springbar.

The best fix would to be to rebuild those jubilee loops or replace them. Expensive and not sometimes effective.

Another option to try: a larger diameter springbar might help take up the slack in the jubilee loops.

Lastly - and most often done to solve rattling endlinks - is to bend the wing sections on the underside upwards. This can decrease the top gap, but you must be careful because you could cause wear to the underside of the lugs if too snug.

I’d suggest a good watchmaker rather than a counter person at the AD.

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asabet · 27 April 2018, 11:41 PM

Thanks, everyone!

asabet · 28 April 2018, 01:15 AM

I might try to put some Sugru (moldable silicone) in there. Easily removable without a trace and would probably do the trick.

teb1013 · 28 April 2018, 01:22 AM

I have a similar issue with my 16233 Datejust, it isn’t too bad and I just ignore it, perhaps I’ll try the products suggested here. Good luck with yours!

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asabet · 28 April 2018, 01:25 AM

My Oyster bracelet has bigger gaps than this Jubilee does, and neither one has noticeable stretch in the links

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27 April 2018, 11:43 AM	#1
asabet "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: United States Posts: 102	Datejust 16234 gaps between endlinks and case How much of a gap between endlinks and case do you consider acceptable? Would you take this to a jeweler to have the hollow endlinks adjusted for a more snug fit?

27 April 2018, 02:24 PM	#4
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,690	There are a few options for the fitment but not a diy imho due to risk of damaging the endlinks. These gaps not really an easy problem on jubilee bracelets if the circlets (loops) have become stretched. The slight change in the bracelet’s loop pieces causes the edges to gap from the case. This isn’t as much a problem for the Oyster bracelet shod DJ’s since the bracelet link is wider and more solidly contained by the springbar. The best fix would to be to rebuild those jubilee loops or replace them. Expensive and not sometimes effective. Another option to try: a larger diameter springbar might help take up the slack in the jubilee loops. Lastly - and most often done to solve rattling endlinks - is to bend the wing sections on the underside upwards. This can decrease the top gap, but you must be careful because you could cause wear to the underside of the lugs if too snug. I’d suggest a good watchmaker rather than a counter person at the AD. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 April 2018, 01:47 PM	#2
NoCokeNoHope "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Boston Watch: Rolex Deepsea Posts: 122	If the rattle bothers you , you can use a bit of purple loctite on the back of the lug where it touch the flat plate. I do that to prevent the endlinks scratching the engraved serial number between the lugs. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

27 April 2018, 01:53 PM	#3
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	That’s a nice looking watch. I probably wouldn’t do anything until it’s sent for service at RSC. If they think it’s out of spec they’ll tell you.

27 April 2018, 11:41 PM	#5
asabet "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: United States Posts: 102	Thanks, everyone!

28 April 2018, 01:15 AM	#6
asabet "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: United States Posts: 102	I might try to put some Sugru (moldable silicone) in there. Easily removable without a trace and would probably do the trick.

28 April 2018, 01:22 AM	#7
teb1013 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Easton PA Posts: 581	I have a similar issue with my 16233 Datejust, it isn’t too bad and I just ignore it, perhaps I’ll try the products suggested here. Good luck with yours! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

28 April 2018, 01:25 AM	#8
asabet "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: United States Posts: 102	My Oyster bracelet has bigger gaps than this Jubilee does, and neither one has noticeable stretch in the links .

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