Oyster Perpetual owners: how do you deal with hot weather without an Easylink???

[liebs520]

SSIA pretty much. About to dip my toes in the Rolex waters with an OP39 but nervous about not having the Easylink (and they seem very hard to get now). I’ve been spoiled by my Seamaster 300, the adjustment feature in the clasp is amazing.


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[Brew]

I don't use it on the watches that have it (YM & DJ), so it's not missed on my OP.

[JacksonStone]

I use a Glidelock...on a Sub. I know that means you didn't ask me, but like you, I've been spoiled. I also had the Seamseter 300 - another great clasp. At this point, I would find it very hard to go back to a non-adjustable clasp. Poor fit is a deal breaker for me. (I assume the OP39 still has micro increments hidden in the clasp, but they're not something you can adjust easily, and not without a tool.)

[liebs520]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

I use a Glidelock...on a Sub. I know that means you didn't ask me, but like you, I also had the Seamseter 300 - another great clasp. At this point, I would find it very hard to go back to a non-adjustable clasp. Poor fit is a deal breaker for me. (I assume the OP39 still has micro increments hidden in the clasp, but they're not something you can adjust easily, and not without a tool.)

Right, can’t make those adjustments inside the clasp on the fly. That’s my hesitation.


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[Likestheshiny]

I hardly ever use diver's extensions on my watches that have them -- I'd rather the watch be a little tight than all loose However, I bet I'd use a glidelock all the time if I had it.

[liebs520]

Originally Posted by Brew

I don't use it on the watches that have it (YM & DJ), so it's not missed on my OP.

Do you wear your watches looser in cold weather then? Or does it not bother you if they’re tighter in the heat?


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[Watch Rob]

I just deal with it.

[HogwldFLTR]

It's never been an issue for me. The only watch I occasionally use it on is the Pt Daytona which because of its weight I wear a bit tighter than my other watches. I don't use the glidelock on my SD4K as it seems fine the way it is adjusted.

[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by liebs520

Right, can’t make those adjustments inside the clasp on the fly. That’s my hesitation.

Some people don't care about adjustability. I take it you do, since you're asking the question. So let me ask you: is the Seamaster 300 your current daily? Have you ever worn a watch without an adjustable clasp and know you can deal with it? If yes to the first, and no to the second, then you might find the OP39 clasp a real comedown, especially if you're picky about fit. Just something to think about. What's drawing you to the OP39, as opposed to other models with more adjustability?

[txjohn]

I just got the 34OP and there's three positions in the clasp for fine adjustments. It does require a tool . Being spring time the weather has fluctuated quite lately. It's a little loose in the mornings but I'm not used to a glidelock type clasp. It doesn't bother me but I might someone that's use to the glide.

[Brew]

Originally Posted by liebs520

Do you wear your watches looser in cold weather then? Or does it not bother you if they’re tighter in the heat?


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All of my watches are worn year-round without adjustment. I've never noticed any seasonal change to the fit.

[jlovda]

Originally Posted by watch rob

i just deal with it.

+1

[fsprow]

I just adjust the bracelet to be just a bit loose in cold weather. Then it’s a bit tighter in hot weather. Never even use the easy link or glide lock on watches with them.

[liebs520]

Originally Posted by Watch Rob

I just deal with it.

Touché.


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[liebs520]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

Some people don't care about adjustability. I take it you do, since you're asking the question. So let me ask you: is the Seamaster 300 your current daily? Have you ever worn a watch without an adjustable clasp and know you can deal with it? If yes to the first, and no to the second, then you might find the OP39 clasp a real comedown, especially if you're picky about fit. Just something to think about. What's drawing you to the OP39, as opposed to other models with more adjustability?

I generally wear the SM on weekends. My weekday watches are leather and NATO but I don’t ever adjust them (guess that’s the same thing?).

The biggest thing for me with the OP39 is the size and fit. 38-39 is definitely my sweet spot and I’m looking for something on the thin side. I’ve tried on a lot of watches recently and the OP39 really just fit like a glove, knew it right when I put it on.

I also love the design of the 2018 dials, so clean. Definitely going for the white.


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[Coopdog]

My daily driver for a while was a subc with the glidelock. I really liked that. Then for a long time was a GMT with the easylink - used that only occasionally when it was very hot and humid. Then for a tiny bit I was wearing the Seamaster Diver 300 daily, now my daily is a Tudor BB58 which has no on the fly adjustment.

Honestly I only ever think about it if it’s very cold or very hot and humid. With the glidelock or the Seamaster it’s very incremental so I did use it a lot. I find with the GMT easylink it’s rare that my wrist expands by that much at once so I only end up using it when it’s hot and humid and the watch is sticking to me.

Basically what I’m saying is: the easy link is not really a good comparison to the glidelock or Seamaster adjustment anyway in my experience, so I think it’s more a question of can you live without fine adjustment on the fly or not. I find I rarely think about the BB58 being too tight or loose, it’s a well balanced watch with a comfortable bracelet like the OP39. Just my two cents.


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[liebs520]

Originally Posted by Coopdog

My daily driver for a while was a subc with the glidelock. I really liked that. Then for a long time was a GMT with the easylink - used that only occasionally when it was very hot and humid. Then for a tiny bit I was wearing the Seamaster Diver 300 daily, now my daily is a Tudor BB58 which has no on the fly adjustment.

Honestly I only ever think about it if it’s very cold or very hot and humid. With the glidelock or the Seamaster it’s very incremental so I did use it a lot. I find with the GMT easylink it’s rare that my wrist expands by that much at once so I only end up using it when it’s hot and humid and the watch is sticking to me.

Basically what I’m saying is: the easy link is not really a good comparison to the glidelock or Seamaster adjustment anyway in my experience, so I think it’s more a question of can you live without fine adjustment on the fly or not. I find I rarely think about the BB58 being too tight or loose, it’s a well balanced watch with a comfortable bracelet like the OP39. Just my two cents.


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Thanks that’s helpful. So the Easylink is just a 5mm on-or-off situation while the glidelock on a sport model is more akin to the micro adjust on my SM? That certainly makes me value the Easylink less.


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[Coopdog]

Yes. The easy link folds out one half link like a dive extension and then folds back in and clicks into place. TBH it is useful if you get really hot or sweaty or if you prefer a tight fit.

It might be blasphemy but I kinda wish Rolex would put a glidelock in all the sports models.


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[Tools]

It's grueling, but watch wearers have had to deal with it for 150 years and managed to struggle through.

[liebs520]

Originally Posted by Coopdog

Yes. The easy link folds out one half link like a dive extension and then folds back in and clicks into place. TBH it is useful if you get really hot or sweaty or if you prefer a tight fit.

It might be blasphemy but I kinda wish Rolex would put a glidelock in all the sports models.


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Got it. Well I’ll still try to find an Easylink, would be glad to have it at a reasonable price, but I won’t let it dictate the purchase decision.


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[Coopdog]

Originally Posted by liebs520

Got it. Well I’ll still try to find an Easylink, would be glad to have it at a reasonable price, but I won’t let it dictate the purchase decision.


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I don’t understand what you are saying - are you trying to find an easylink to install into an OP?


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[wisguy]

I've had watches with all kinds of clasp, while it is indeed nice to have adjustments on the fly, I hardly ever used them.

I wear my watches a little loose for two reasons 1) hide under my shirt 2) deal with hot/humid weather

[liebs520]

Originally Posted by Coopdog

I don’t understand what you are saying - are you trying to find an easylink to install into an OP?


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Yeah exactly. I’ve read a couple old threads, I guess they were easier to source from ADs a couple years ago. And there’s a good video on YouTube of a guy installing it into a OP34 himself.


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[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by Coopdog

It might be blasphemy but I kinda wish Rolex would put a glidelock in all the sports models.

That's not blasphemy at all. A lot of people feel the same way (myself included), and the topic comes up now and again on this forum. A number of people say the Glidelock clasp is too long, but they would be OK with a shortened Glidelock. Now Rolex has actually made a shortened Glidelock, which they've put on the Oysterflex straps on the PM YM models. Unfortunately, it's likely Rolex developed it as an inventory workaround - a way of not having to offer or have ADs stock as many sizes of OF straps - rather than offer all Rolex customers the most optimized fit possible of their watches. Pity. I think if the Glidelock were standard on all bracelets with an Oyster clasp, Rolex would really take a leap forward as a brand.

Ironically, the old pin-and-hole system is a decent second choice, since it's effective and relatively easy to work with nothing more than a toothpick. The problem is with truly fixed clasps, or hidden microadjustment (like on the OP) that are hard to work.

[Coopdog]

Originally Posted by liebs520

Yeah exactly. I’ve read a couple old threads, I guess they were easier to source from ADs a couple years ago. And there’s a good video on YouTube of a guy installing it into a OP34 himself.


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Interesting. How about this though- if you’re mixing and matching parts, just put a glidelock clasp on it. That would be badass.


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[liebs520]

Originally Posted by Coopdog

Interesting. How about this though- if you’re mixing and matching parts, just put a glidelock clasp on it. That would be badass.


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Is that something that would be compatible? Would definitely be interested in that. Seems like those clasps are actually for sale here and there (albeit much more expensive).


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[Coopdog]

Originally Posted by liebs520

Is that something that would be compatible? Would definitely be interested in that. Seems like those clasps are actually for sale here and there (albeit much more expensive).


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Have no idea if it would work.


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[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by liebs520

Is that something that would be compatible? Would definitely be interested in that. Seems like those clasps are actually for sale here and there (albeit much more expensive).

They should be compatible; the Glidelock will fit on watches with an Easylink. However, the size and heft of the Glidelock might overpower the slim and light OP case.

[Coopdog]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

That's not blasphemy at all. A lot of people feel the same way (myself included), and the topic comes up now and again on this forum. A number of people say the Glidelock clasp is too long, but they would be OK with a shortened Glidelock. Now Rolex has actually made a shortened Glidelock, which they've put on the Oysterflex straps on the PM YM models. Unfortunately, it's likely Rolex developed it as an inventory workaround - a way of not having to offer or have ADs stock as many sizes of OF straps - rather than offer all Rolex customers the most optimized fit possible of their watches. Pity. I think if the Glidelock were standard on all bracelets with an Oyster clasp, Rolex would really take a leap forward as a brand.

Ironically, the old pin-and-hole system is a decent second choice, since it's effective and relatively easy to work with nothing more than a toothpick. The problem is with truly fixed clasps, or hidden microadjustment (like on the OP) that are hard to work.

Yeah agreed I actually need to adjust the clasp micro adjustment on my new watch but I’m afraid to get in there with my own tools and mark it up...


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[liebs520]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

They should be compatible, but the size and heft of the clasp might overpower the slim and light case.

Is it that heavy or thick relative to the rest of the OP39’s bracelet? Part of why I want the OP39 is the slim profile while still “knowing it’s there,” so to speak. I’m not crazy about vintage Rolex bracelets because they’re so light, I kind of prefer the heft. But also don’t want it to be as heavy as my SM.


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