It had to happen... broke my Glidelock

[VictorGMT]

I'm super clumsy.

I can't believe it took me this long to damage a Rolex.

After making an unbelievably clumsy move, my 126619LB Glidelock disassembled itself.

I THINK there is no damage, but one of the two part number 39's ("Sliding Shoe") was launched on my patio, and an hour on hands and knees has not found it. It's a patio of paving stones, and I'd need to pull up every stone and search the sand/base to find it.

How can I buy one?

[Bazil]

You plonker ..

[Hodog16]

Oof sorry to hear. I wonder if you can just take the glidelock clasp off and send that into the RSC for repair/replacement. I imagine they'll want the entire watch for documentation purposes though.

I'm also sure a white gold clasp is not cheap.

[Easy E]

How?

[VictorGMT]

Originally Posted by Easy E

How?

OK, I had hoped not to admit this part :)

We have a set of nice Restoration Hardware STOUT metal lounge chairs. I was face down on one, with a cushion and towels.

It was like this... _ ___

I wanted it to be like this... \ ___

So, I tried to sort of, from my knees, jerk the back of the lounger up while I was sort of on it. Dumb.

It did not "catch", and as I fell back level, the back of the chair hooked under the clasp.

I believe the clasp "unassembled" at the "sliding shoes" and this prevented all damage. It's just that one of the sliding shoes has left the building.

It looks like a $.02 part, I figure $45 from Rolex. Just need to know how to buy the part! I hung on to one. No other disassembly occurred.

[SearChart]

An AD with watchmaker on-site will fix that for you in 5min for free.

[Andad]

Bas has spoken….

I’m surprised that an AD would have that part in stock.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by SearChart

An AD with watchmaker on-site will fix that for you in 5min for free.

[VictorGMT]

Man, I hope I can buy the part online. I can reassemble in five minutes.

I dread the local AD more than the DMV.

[dannyboy123]

How many negronis deep were you at that point?

[Colorado_kid]

Originally Posted by VictorGMT

OK, I had hoped not to admit this part :)

We have a set of nice Restoration Hardware STOUT metal lounge chairs. I was face down on one, with a cushion and towels.

It was like this... _ ___

I wanted it to be like this... \ ___

So, I tried to sort of, from my knees, jerk the back of the lounger up while I was sort of on it. Dumb.

It did not "catch", and as I fell back level, the back of the chair hooked under the clasp.

I believe the clasp "unassembled" at the "sliding shoes" and this prevented all damage. It's just that one of the sliding shoes has left the building.

It looks like a $.02 part, I figure $45 from Rolex. Just need to know how to buy the part! I hung on to one. No other disassembly occurred.

That’s actually a great description of the events that took place.

Sorry this happened.


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[VictorGMT]

Originally Posted by dannyboy123

How many negronis deep were you at that point?

Only two Jack and Diet Cokes... but I've been naturally clumsy long before drinking age.

Life long office worker, I have the scars of a rodeo cowboy.

[Easy E]

Originally Posted by VictorGMT

OK, I had hoped not to admit this part :)

We have a set of nice Restoration Hardware STOUT metal lounge chairs. I was face down on one, with a cushion and towels.

It was like this... _ ___

I wanted it to be like this... \ ___

So, I tried to sort of, from my knees, jerk the back of the lounger up while I was sort of on it. Dumb.

It did not "catch", and as I fell back level, the back of the chair hooked under the clasp.

I believe the clasp "unassembled" at the "sliding shoes" and this prevented all damage. It's just that one of the sliding shoes has left the building.

It looks like a $.02 part, I figure $45 from Rolex. Just need to know how to buy the part! I hung on to one. No other disassembly occurred.

Originally Posted by VictorGMT

Only two Jack and Diet Cokes... but I've been naturally clumsy long before drinking age.

Life long office worker, I have the scars of a rodeo cowboy.

Ok, I got it. Going forward that’s what you tell everyone about your broken clasp. You broke it steer wrestling. I’ll back you.

[The OG Beef]

Originally Posted by VictorGMT

OK, I had hoped not to admit this part :)

We have a set of nice Restoration Hardware STOUT metal lounge chairs. I was face down on one, with a cushion and towels.

It was like this... _ ___

I wanted it to be like this... \ ___

So, I tried to sort of, from my knees, jerk the back of the lounger up while I was sort of on it. Dumb.

It did not "catch", and as I fell back level, the back of the chair hooked under the clasp.

I believe the clasp "unassembled" at the "sliding shoes" and this prevented all damage. It's just that one of the sliding shoes has left the building.

It looks like a $.02 part, I figure $45 from Rolex. Just need to know how to buy the part! I hung on to one. No other disassembly occurred.

Thank you for buying RH!

And best of luck on the repair.


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[S’portEye]

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=919627

Is it like this??

[Carguy87]

Originally Posted by Easy E

Ok, I got it. Going forward that’s what you tell everyone about your broken clasp. You broke it steer wrestling. I’ll back you.

I was there too; saw the whole thing!


TRF sticks together brother

Kidding aside I hope you can get your watch fixed quickly; sounds like Bas has confidence (which in turn would give me great confidence…I’ve never seen him be wrong yet on a technical question / difficulty of repair issue…he’s the man!)

[996marty]

Hopefully that will be a straightforward fix

[Gwai]

Originally Posted by VictorGMT

It was like this... _ ___

I wanted it to be like this... \ ___

So, I tried to sort of, from my knees, jerk the back of the lounger up while I was sort of on it. Dumb.

It did not "catch", and as I fell back level, the back of the chair hooked under the clasp.

I believe the clasp "unassembled" at the "sliding shoes" and this prevented all damage. It's just that one of the sliding shoes has left the building.

Very funny and a scene I've been the protagonist of far too many times (sans watch damage, thank God). OP, here's to you getting the clasp fixed in no time!

Cheers
Marc

[Moondoggy]

I like this story not for your loss but it's kinda entertaining.......

Thanks for sharing and good luck!

[Talon84]

Remind me never to buy a pre owned watch from you

[Harry-57]

I accidently disassembled one of mine but managed to keep both shoes. Really easy to fix - if you have the parts. Good luck.

[joli160]

Getting the part is probably going to be a pain.
Hope Rolex doesn’t force you to buy a new clasp.

[micwhitt1]

Originally Posted by VictorGMT

I'm super clumsy.

I can't believe it took me this long to damage a Rolex.

After making an unbelievably clumsy move, my 126619LB Glidelock disassembled itself.

I THINK there is no damage, but one of the two part number 39's ("Sliding Shoe") was launched on my patio, and an hour on hands and knees has not found it. It's a patio of paving stones, and I'd need to pull up every stone and search the sand/base to find it.

How can I buy one?

Take the watch to your AD for repair. The day after you pick it up, you'll find the missing part. Simple.

[Talon84]

Originally Posted by joli160

Getting the part is probably going to be a pain.
Hope Rolex doesn’t force you to buy a new clasp.

Don’t be silly. They’ll want him to have a full service, polish and return it 8 months after sending it in :-p

[Cambo]

A metal detector should help you find it. They can be rented

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by VictorGMT

OK, I had hoped not to admit this part :)

First, very much understand as my wife must be your long-lost 'sister'. Thankfully, like my wife, you have a WONDERFUL casual 'knowing' this type of sh-- WILL happen, it's just a matter of time.

Congratulations! You, kind sir, Know Thyself

PS: After less than a few weeks, did you lose your brand new 36mm Celebration Dial OP *somewhere* in the house... you think? Asking for a friend.

PPS: Easy fix on your clasp, AD's watchmaker will surely will take care of it.

[cdmorenot]

_ ___ \ ___

This had me dying LOL

Hope you get this sorted out.

[Lalo007]

Its a long weekend you have time.

[VictorGMT]

Originally Posted by Cambo

A metal detector should help you find it. They can be rented

It's a little piece of plastic! Few metal detectors will help.

Love the responses... wish someone would tell me how to buy this piece!!!

Wearing my plat day date to feel better...

Sent an email to Rolli Works... fingers crossed.

[WatchTimes]

Take it to your AD and just pay to get it done right.