SubC bracelet link screw coming loose?

[Andrejb]

Hey guys

I notice that every once in a while the link screws in my bracelet come loose just by wearing it. I’ll look at the watch and one or two will be unscrewed. Almost lost my watch today due to one screw being almost all the way out. If I didn’t catch it in time it would have left the wrist for sure


Anyone ever have this issue before! Should I bring it to RSC?


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[rushca01]

They require a small dab of loctite, so if you have sized it recently that’s probably what is happening.

[Andrejb]

Originally Posted by rushca01

They require a small dab of loctite, so if you have sized it recently that’s probably what is happening.

Who can I take it to for that?


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[Frakis]

Originally Posted by Andrejb

Who can I take it to for that?


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Any AD should do it at no cost.

[rushca01]

You can do it yourself, just have to get the right loctite so that it breaks with minimal fource. Someone will chime in with the right stuff to buy.

[RJK]

Yes, I’ve had several come loose on my DSSD. I have a proper screw driver, so I retightened it myself...1.6mm IIRC

I prefer to just use a very small amt of clear nail polish vs. loctite. I’ve never had a screw back out using nail polish but the bond isn’t so strong that you risk damaging the screw if/when you ever need to take it out.

If you do use loctite, use the blue....don’t use red, and don’t just look at the color of the bottle to determine the strength. I’ve seen red loctite come in a blue bottle....no bueno. Red is considered “permanent” and generally requires heat to break the bond. You’d end up chewing up the head on a tiny bracelet screw for sure.

[Tools]

You don't need Loctite, but, like anything, you should be doing some routine checking and maintenance.

If a screw is coming loose, screw it back in - just like your eyeglasses.

[Boaters]

Originally Posted by Tools

You don't need Loctite, but, like anything, you should be doing some routine checking and maintenance.

If a screw is coming loose, screw it back in - just like your eyeglasses.

+1 ... I have never liked locktite taking a screw out without heating it with water or air is a real pain. If you do as Larry said a little routine maintenance you won't have any problems. After you come up against a screw with locktite you will know what I mean IMHO.

[BlakeA]

Get this screwdriver....https://www.panatime.com/scexoemcocue.html
It's 1.6mm ground correctly for the bracelet screws.
And get Loctite 222 low strength threadlocker. Use a TINY dab on the female threads.

[79280_116520]

it's only a screw. if you have it, use a small mini screwdriver to put it back in.

[kauffee]

Originally Posted by Tools

You don't need Loctite, but, like anything, you should be doing some routine checking and maintenance.

If a screw is coming loose, screw it back in - just like your eyeglasses.

Loctite will greatly decrease the chance that the screw loosens on its own. The official Rolex sizing guide for ADs instructs them to use it and it’s part of the kit.

Order loctite 222 or 221 (same product, differs by region) and use the end of a wooden toothpick.

Here’s a scan of an old Rolex bracelet sizing manual:
https://www.minus4plus6.com/Rolex_Br...ng_Booklet.pdf

[stmoore]

please use what's listed above. If you use the wrong stuff it won't come loose without heat. I promise this.

I once bought a used 1665 from a forum member and noticed many of the screws were near stripped. Further, the damn things would come out. . .

Heat fixed it. Then I had to re-brush the bracelet and get new screws. Good memories.

[Nikrnic]

I'd use loctite 22, no need for service.

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[adg31]

I read that Loctite 222 thread locker was recommended by Rolex, I've never had any trouble with it.



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[Geo444]

I had the same problem on my explorers bracelet. Was constantly watching out for it and retightening once a week as soon as the screw head was just proud of the link. Eventually removed screw, cleaned with paint thinner and reinstalled with clear nail polish. The screw has not backed out again.


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[deltaxi13]

So I had the the same problem on my GMT after two years and was tired of tightening it every few days. Luckily we live in Dallas and the service center is in the city.

Long story short the service center replaced the screw and secured it with Loctite. For whatever reason I could not believe that it was that simple of a fix. That being said I would not do it on my own regardless of how simple it is. They even steam cleaned the watch for me. All at no cost.

[Umtaliborn]

Andrejb, send me a private message and I can send you something I use. I’m an orthodontist and we have some appliances we put in the mouth that have screws, so we need to put a drop of this stuff on it to prevent loosening. I’m not at the office now so I don’t have the name of it. Waterproof, easy to remove without heat, do it yourself. I use it on my bracelets and glasses whenever I remove and replace screws. Good thing you didn’t lose your watch! I also need to know if you still have your 7206 bracelet for sale.

[joli160]

Originally Posted by kauffee

Loctite will greatly decrease the chance that the screw loosens on its own. The official Rolex sizing guide for ADs instructs them to use it and it’s part of the kit.

Order loctite 222 or 221 (same product, differs by region) and use the end of a wooden toothpick.

Here’s a scan of an old Rolex bracelet sizing manual:
https://www.minus4plus6.com/Rolex_Br...ng_Booklet.pdf

Follow Rolex instructions like mentioned above, easy DIY

[Glidelock]

Originally Posted by kauffee

Loctite will greatly decrease the chance that the screw loosens on its own. The official Rolex sizing guide for ADs instructs them to use it and it’s part of the kit.

Order loctite 222 or 221 (same product, differs by region) and use the end of a wooden toothpick.

Here’s a scan of an old Rolex bracelet sizing manual:
https://www.minus4plus6.com/Rolex_Br...ng_Booklet.pdf

This!

[ajas]

Originally Posted by deltaxi13

So I had the the same problem on my GMT after two years and was tired of tightening it every few days. Luckily we live in Dallas and the service center is in the city.

Long story short the service center replaced the screw and secured it with Loctite. For whatever reason I could not believe that it was that simple of a fix. That being said I would not do it on my own regardless of how simple it is. They even steam cleaned the watch for me. All at no cost.

This same happened to me in Abu Dhabi about 4 years ago. It was easily fixed by local RSC at no cost. Watch was outside of warranty.

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