Rolex - Interim Updates?

[Atlanta]

One of my favorite features on my GMTIIc is the clasp - it feels very substantial and very secure and I don't think I would be satisfied with less on a future purchase.

Question - does Rolex ever begin to incorporate items like this on current models (i.e. Explorer I or sub) or do they always wait for a total makeover?

[scottjal]

Originally Posted by Atlanta

One of my favorite features on my GMTIIc is the clasp - it feels very substantial and very secure and I don't think I would be satisfied with less on a future purchase.

Question - does Rolex ever begin to incorporate items like this on current models (i.e. Explorer I or sub) or do they always wait for a total makeover?

Doubtful. Unfortunately the Yachtmaster has the solid links but the old clasp still. I was hoping that they would update the clasp on that watch too.

[Tools]

Sure they do..

Explorers, Air-Kings, and the DJ's, TOG's, and Oyster Perpetuals all have the latest clasp..

I think the Professional line-up are the only ones that haven't got the latest clasps... But I expect the entire line will have them by next year.....with the possible exception of the Sub because it will be getting the latest Glide-lock as shown on the newest Gold models and the DSSD..

[Atlanta]

Originally Posted by Tools

Sure they do..

Explorers, Air-Kings, and the DJ's, TOG's, and Oyster Perpetuals all have the latest clasp..

I think the Professional line-up are the only ones that haven't got the latest clasps... But I expect the entire line will have them by next year.....with the possible exception of the Sub because it will be getting the latest Glide-lock as shown on the newest Gold models and the DSSD..

Thank you! Good to know!

[Tareg]

Originally Posted by Tools

Sure they do..

Explorers, Air-Kings, and the DJ's, TOG's, and Oyster Perpetuals all have the latest clasp..

I think the Professional line-up are the only ones that haven't got the latest clasps... But I expect the entire line will have them by next year.....with the possible exception of the Sub because it will be getting the latest Glide-lock as shown on the newest Gold models and the DSSD..

Will the new glide lock clasp fit on my existing Z series SD?

[smh223]

Originally Posted by Tools

Sure they do..

Explorers, Air-Kings, and the DJ's, TOG's, and Oyster Perpetuals all have the latest clasp..

I think the Professional line-up are the only ones that haven't got the latest clasps... But I expect the entire line will have them by next year.....with the possible exception of the Sub because it will be getting the latest Glide-lock as shown on the newest Gold models and the DSSD..

but the Air King, DJ's, TOG and OP's were all just recently redesigned and given new model numbers. With the Explorer, doesn't it just have the flip lock clasp from the 16710 and 16570?

[Atlanta]

Originally Posted by smh223

but the Air King, DJ's, TOG and OP's were all just recently redesigned and given new model numbers. With the Explorer, doesn't it just have the flip lock clasp from the 16710 and 16570?

That is what I am trying to find out. I cannot locate a picture anywhere of the clasp on an Explorer I (M-Series or newer). Rolex website says Oysterlock bracelet with safety clasp. I guess I'll go to an AD and just take a look.