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Mikesf340 · 27 February 2008, 05:45 AM

Just wondering if this is a normal occurence. It doesn't squeak all the time, but when I shake my wrist to reset the position of the watch it is pretty noticeable. Is there anything I can do about it or is it just part of owning a Rolex?

SPACE-DWELLER · 27 February 2008, 06:26 AM

Welcome to TRF, Mike!

Give the bracelet some more time. The squeaking will eventually end by normal wear.

newrolexman · 27 February 2008, 08:03 AM

I have a SS GMT ll ceramic and the bracelet is silent. Maybe some special lube between the links?

crimscrem · 27 February 2008, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikesf340

Just wondering if this is a normal occurence. It doesn't squeak all the time, but when I shake my wrist to reset the position of the watch it is pretty noticeable. Is there anything I can do about it or is it just part of owning a Rolex?

Mine has a little squeak in it, around the clasp. It's only noticeable when the watch is off my wrist and I am messing with the band.

Felly Jr. · 27 February 2008, 08:28 AM

Offer the bracelet a little cheese, that might shut it up.

Mr.RadioActive · 27 February 2008, 08:30 AM

I've had many rolex watches do that and it drives me nuts.
I oil the bracelets, and it solves it just fine. Just a super light oil worked in well.

jordancwlu · 27 February 2008, 01:49 PM

I also have a GMT IIC that squeaks when I adjust it on my wrist so you're not alone. Hopefully it's just because it's a new watch and not broken in yet.

lildragon · 27 February 2008, 01:54 PM

Welcome to TRF Mike. First I've heard of this--guess I'm lucky. Maybe it needs some break in time. Hopefully Oil is not the answer. Give it some time and hopefully the links will loosen up a bit. Good luck and wear your rollie proud! =-)

lwrm23 · 4 March 2009, 11:18 AM

yeah I just got one too and it does the same thing.. Should I just give it some time?

aproy · 4 March 2009, 11:24 AM

squeaks all the time, i kinda like it.

aproy · 4 March 2009, 11:24 AM

squeaks all the time, i kinda like it.

Whiskey · 4 March 2009, 11:46 AM

When I bought my SD4000 brand-new, the bracelet squeeked for a couple weeks. Eventually, it stopped.

I sold that and purchased a new DSSD. I've had it for 4 days now. The bracelet squeeks also.

This is typical of a new watch.

With wear, eventually the squeeking will go away. The bracelet is just breaking in.

txbikerdude · 4 March 2009, 11:47 AM

use a little WD-40... LOL just kidding, dont do that...

postiff · 4 March 2009, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by newrolexman

I have a SS GMT ll ceramic and the bracelet is silent. Maybe some special lube between the links?

Mine did the same thing my special lube was WD40. Had it on hand so I used it and it has not squeaked since. I figure it is metal to metal why not try it? Anyhow I have cleaned it three times since.

WatchSmith · 4 March 2009, 01:28 PM

There's nothing wrong with a bit of WD40. That will definitely stop the squeaking.

Psmith · 4 March 2009, 09:18 PM

Squeaky &/or rattly bracelets (at least Oysters) seem to be a fact of Rolex life.

I find that my Sub's bracelet quietens over a few months, then when I wash it the squeak+rattle reappears. Looking at the dust & grit that washes out, I can see why Rolex figured that hollow centre links would be a better bet on tool watches.

Some would argue that oil encourages dust & dirt to stick.

Cheers

Lion · 5 March 2009, 12:31 AM

Instead of Wd-40 I would use Tri-flow it's a better lubricant!!!

anipit · 5 March 2009, 12:39 AM

My bracelet seems to squeak less than the beginning, I wear it everyday.
I also noticed that it squeaks more while playing/cleaning in hands, than on whist.

joeyk · 5 March 2009, 12:44 AM

it does squeak on my gmt iic when i just bought but after couple months is gone , kinda miss it now :(

tudorman8276 · 5 March 2009, 12:49 AM

...works GREAT.

...remove the band from the watch one evening. Spray it down, either outdoors or in the garage over some newspaper.

...shake it back and forth and work the links back and forth, one by one. Spray it again and repeat. If there is anything in ther, it will work it's way out etc.

...I have NEVER had one squeak, but had two that were kind of "sticky" in a couple of the links.

...the WD 40 has worked for both and never had to do it again.

...almost forgot....after you have done this, lay the bracelet flat on the news paper overnight so the excess will run off. When you get up, wipe any residue off and put the band back on the watch-you should be good to go.

Stan.

Armand · 5 March 2009, 04:18 AM

I wouldn´t use WD 40. It´s too thin and will creep into places, where it doesn´t belong.

Also IMO it´s quite aggressive, I would fear for my Rolex´s seals.

But a small drop or less ( just the tip of a needle oiler, a drop so small it won´t fall off ) of a good finemechanic oil to the BRACELET should do no harm!

Be careful of any gun oil, that does "clean" or the like.

A Teflon Grease could be fine, apply to inner parts of FOLDED bracelet, just remove excess, as it attracts dirt.

H

( certified Gun Nut, on the way to certified Rolex/Watch nut )

kzm40 · 26 April 2009, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikesf340

Just wondering if this is a normal occurence. It doesn't squeak all the time, but when I shake my wrist to reset the position of the watch it is pretty noticeable. Is there anything I can do about it or is it just part of owning a Rolex?

I kind of like it..

Solar · 26 April 2009, 11:27 PM

All three Rolexes I have owned in my life have had the bracelet squeek.

2th Dr · 27 April 2009, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Felly Jr.

Offer the bracelet a little cheese, that might shut it up.

Sparky CRNA · 27 April 2009, 02:00 AM

Both my DJ & GMT bracelets squeeked but resolved. As said, be careful with WD40. In my experience with guns, it actually ATTRACTS moisture and it may affect you seals. I would find the squeeky link and apply a drop of non penetrating oil (3in1, Rem Oil, etc.).

Sparky

INXTCY · 27 April 2009, 02:12 AM

same goes with Daytona 116520 with new bracelet, and also Milgauss GV. It seems like it's very common with new Rolex.

27 February 2008, 05:45 AM	#1
Mikesf340 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 54	My new GMT II bracelet squeaks Just wondering if this is a normal occurence. It doesn't squeak all the time, but when I shake my wrist to reset the position of the watch it is pretty noticeable. Is there anything I can do about it or is it just part of owning a Rolex?

27 February 2008, 06:26 AM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF, Mike! Give the bracelet some more time. The squeaking will eventually end by normal wear. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

27 February 2008, 01:49 PM	#7
jordancwlu "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: NYC Watch: Explorer II Polar Posts: 37	I also have a GMT IIC that squeaks when I adjust it on my wrist so you're not alone. Hopefully it's just because it's a new watch and not broken in yet. __________________ Chris Explorer II (Polar Dial) Z 8/07 GMT-Master IIC M 1/08 SS Zenith Daytona 16520 (White) Milgauss GV Blue

4 March 2009, 09:18 PM	#16
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Squeaky &/or rattly bracelets (at least Oysters) seem to be a fact of Rolex life. I find that my Sub's bracelet quietens over a few months, then when I wash it the squeak+rattle reappears. Looking at the dust & grit that washes out, I can see why Rolex figured that hollow centre links would be a better bet on tool watches. Some would argue that oil encourages dust & dirt to stick. Cheers __________________

5 March 2009, 12:31 AM	#17
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Instead of Wd-40 I would use Tri-flow it's a better lubricant!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

27 February 2008, 08:03 AM	#3
newrolexman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: fl Posts: 1,081	I have a SS GMT ll ceramic and the bracelet is silent. Maybe some special lube between the links?

27 February 2008, 08:28 AM	#5
Felly Jr. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Felly Location: Washington State Watch: SS Daytona/GV Posts: 2,998	Offer the bracelet a little cheese, that might shut it up.

27 February 2008, 08:30 AM	#6
Mr.RadioActive Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 152	I've had many rolex watches do that and it drives me nuts. I oil the bracelets, and it solves it just fine. Just a super light oil worked in well.

27 February 2008, 01:54 PM	#8
lildragon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Huang Location: Texas Watch: LV Submariner Posts: 216	Welcome to TRF Mike. First I've heard of this--guess I'm lucky. Maybe it needs some break in time. Hopefully Oil is not the answer. Give it some time and hopefully the links will loosen up a bit. Good luck and wear your rollie proud! =-)

4 March 2009, 11:18 AM	#9
lwrm23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Craig Location: Florida Watch: SubC Posts: 138	yeah I just got one too and it does the same thing.. Should I just give it some time?

4 March 2009, 11:24 AM	#10
aproy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 129	squeaks all the time, i kinda like it.

4 March 2009, 11:46 AM	#12
Whiskey Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Toronto, Canada Watch: Deepsea Posts: 521	When I bought my SD4000 brand-new, the bracelet squeeked for a couple weeks. Eventually, it stopped. I sold that and purchased a new DSSD. I've had it for 4 days now. The bracelet squeeks also. This is typical of a new watch. With wear, eventually the squeeking will go away. The bracelet is just breaking in.

4 March 2009, 11:47 AM	#13
txbikerdude Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: texas Posts: 622	use a little WD-40... LOL just kidding, dont do that...

4 March 2009, 01:28 PM	#15
WatchSmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 702	There's nothing wrong with a bit of WD40. That will definitely stop the squeaking.

5 March 2009, 12:39 AM	#18
anipit "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Laura Location: Italy Watch: 16610 + 16220 Posts: 385	My bracelet seems to squeak less than the beginning, I wear it everyday. I also noticed that it squeaks more while playing/cleaning in hands, than on whist. __________________ Laura from Italy. 16610 + 16220.

5 March 2009, 12:44 AM	#19
joeyk "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: uk/earth Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 698	it does squeak on my gmt iic when i just bought but after couple months is gone , kinda miss it now :(

5 March 2009, 12:49 AM	#20
tudorman8276 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: STAN Location: KY-USA Watch: Rolex Prez Posts: 12,584	...wd 40... ...works GREAT. ...remove the band from the watch one evening. Spray it down, either outdoors or in the garage over some newspaper. ...shake it back and forth and work the links back and forth, one by one. Spray it again and repeat. If there is anything in ther, it will work it's way out etc. ...I have NEVER had one squeak, but had two that were kind of "sticky" in a couple of the links. ...the WD 40 has worked for both and never had to do it again. ...almost forgot....after you have done this, lay the bracelet flat on the news paper overnight so the excess will run off. When you get up, wipe any residue off and put the band back on the watch-you should be good to go. Stan.

5 March 2009, 04:18 AM	#21
Armand Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Hermann Location: Middle of Europe Watch: 16710/3185 16613 B Posts: 413	I wouldn´t use WD 40. It´s too thin and will creep into places, where it doesn´t belong. Also IMO it´s quite aggressive, I would fear for my Rolex´s seals. But a small drop or less ( just the tip of a needle oiler, a drop so small it won´t fall off ) of a good finemechanic oil to the BRACELET should do no harm! Be careful of any gun oil, that does "clean" or the like. A Teflon Grease could be fine, apply to inner parts of FOLDED bracelet, just remove excess, as it attracts dirt. H ( certified Gun Nut, on the way to certified Rolex/Watch nut )

26 April 2009, 11:27 PM	#23
Solar "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: North America Watch: their hands, baby. Posts: 1,116	All three Rolexes I have owned in my life have had the bracelet squeek.

27 April 2009, 02:00 AM	#25
Sparky CRNA Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Spencer Location: The Triad, NC Watch: GMT IIc 116713 Posts: 141	Both my DJ & GMT bracelets squeeked but resolved. As said, be careful with WD40. In my experience with guns, it actually ATTRACTS moisture and it may affect you seals. I would find the squeeky link and apply a drop of non penetrating oil (3in1, Rem Oil, etc.). Sparky

27 April 2009, 02:12 AM	#26
INXTCY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: los angeles Watch: like them all Posts: 100	same goes with Daytona 116520 with new bracelet, and also Milgauss GV. It seems like it's very common with new Rolex.

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