Bracelet sizing help

[DanMdR]

New to the forum and first time Rolex owner. I just bought a new Explorer 214270 2 weeks ago. For reference I have a 6.75 wrist and like my watch pretty snug on my wrist. I had the AD take out 1 link from both sides at the time of sale. The micro adjust was on the middle position and this is all with the easy link closed.

Last week I had the micro adjust moved to the tightest position which helped a little, but I still want a tad tighter. As of today I have 4 links on the 6 o’clock side and 6 links on the 12 o’clock side, the micro adjust in its tightest setting, and the easy link closed. The entire clasp mechanism (not just the clasp buckle) is centered on my wrist and the watch case.

Any suggestions on how to take about a half links worth of space out without significantly altering the balance? Any combo of links removed and the micro adjust positions works as long as the easy link stays closed, as I do live where it can get pretty hot during the day, but cool at night. This photo shows the extra slack that I’m trying to get rid of. Thanks!!

[liuk3]

Have you tried taking one more link out and then setting the microadjustment on the loosest setting of the three positions?

[DanMdR]

Originally Posted by liuk3

Have you tried taking one more link out and then setting the microadjustment on the loosest setting of the three positions?

I have not. Would you suggest talking a link from the 6 o’clock or 12 o’clock side? Right now I’m thinking 12 o’clock side given the fact I’d be letting the micro adjust out a little.

[watchwatcher]

I don't see any slack in that particular photo...maybe it's the angle. That actually looks like a pretty good fit. Are you sure you need it tighter?

I would try the above suggestion from the 12 o'clock side. If that doesn't work, then you will need to source a half link from a sub-c bracelet. Ask your AD if he can order you one.

[DanMdR]

Could I remove a link from 12 o’clock, and add the half link? I assume the half link would be hidden under the clasp buckle?

[JR16]

I would start by taking a link out of 12 o’clock side and switching microadjust . If that doesn’t work, then agree ask your AD to order you a half link for around $90 I think. I have roughly same size wrist and I feel your pain- rougher for us small-wristed folk to find the optimal fit on the bracelet.


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[flv112]

Originally Posted by liuk3

Have you tried taking one more link out and then setting the microadjustment on the loosest setting of the three positions?

X 2. A link is 10mm, Easy Link 5mm, and moving slots is + / - 3mm. Yup, try removing a link on the 12 o'clock side, then open the Easy Link and move the micro adjustments accordingly.

[DanMdR]

Awesome! Thank you guys. I took out a link at 12 o’clock and moved the micro adjust to the loosest setting. Perfect fit now. Plus I still have the easy link for when it’s hot out. This also cured the mystery rattle that was coming from my bracelet.

[Colin G]

Yes, the bracelet will rattle if you have the adjustable clasp set all the way in. Drove me nuts till I adjusted the band properly.

[DanMdR]

Originally Posted by Colin G

Yes, the bracelet will rattle if you have the adjustable clasp set all the way in. Drove me nuts till I adjusted the band properly.

Never knew that. I’m glad I killed two birds with one stone!