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1flossedm3 · 11 August 2013, 12:24 AM

Could be a dumb question. If you purchased your Rolex pre owned do you remove your own links or take it to an AD? I just purchased my first and I wonder if the AD will even remove the links as they are now aware I didn't purchase new from them at their sticker price. I don't think I trust myself to remove my own links. LOL

HL65 · 11 August 2013, 12:26 AM

I use my screw driver and do it myself. It is simple and takes few minutes.

kbutler1 · 11 August 2013, 12:35 AM

I did it myself. Just be careful to not slip and scratch the bracelet.
Good luck!

Alexth1 · 11 August 2013, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by kbutler1

i did it myself. Just be careful to not slip and scratch the bracelet.
Good luck!

x1

SWISSAHOLICS · 11 August 2013, 12:48 AM

Very simple to do.....some ADs will charge up to $20 to remove links....some are nice enough to help and not charge....just depends. But it's fairly easy.

kilyung · 11 August 2013, 01:05 AM

Get the right screwdriver and it's easy as Pi.

1flossedm3 · 11 August 2013, 01:08 AM

Is there an idiots guide to this somewhere?

1flossedm3 · 11 August 2013, 01:59 AM

This doesn't look like rocket science. Probably just need to be careful not to scratch anything.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uxpDXKOPqA

Gmt master 2 c · 11 August 2013, 02:21 AM

It looks easy enough obviously don't use a hammer if you have the screw links and avoid banging you're watch on the table like he did in the video.

Gmt master 2 c · 11 August 2013, 02:22 AM

Also not sure whether loctite is a must someone else can answer that for me.

2ar2c1 · 11 August 2013, 02:24 AM

you can place some scotch tape over the holes, then press the screwdriver bit thru the tape onto the screwhead: if you slip, no scratches.

ZakSgp · 11 August 2013, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 1flossedm3

This doesn't look like rocket science. Probably just need to be careful not to scratch anything.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uxpDXKOPqA

Don't do it like that, he has pins on his watch you have screws if you use a hammer you will mess up the threads on the screw and link

Thatguy · 11 August 2013, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Gmt master 2 c

Also not sure whether loctite is a must someone else can answer that for me.

Yes use it. Very easy to do.

blue lion · 11 August 2013, 02:41 AM

Do it yourself, it's easy.

ecsub44 · 11 August 2013, 02:43 AM

The AD will do it for you...they could think you bought it somewhere else when you lived in another state...or it was a gift...or whatever.

If they won't work on your watch because you didn't buy new from them...then you probably wouldn't want them working on your watch to begin with.

srf52 · 11 August 2013, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 2ar2c1

you can place some scotch tape over the holes, then press the screwdriver bit thru the tape onto the screwhead: if you slip, no scratches.

+1

RolexPete · 11 August 2013, 04:53 AM

I just got a new to me Oysterquartz from 1982 and I wanted to move a link from the 6 to the 12 o'clock side. For the life of me, I could not get one of the screws to budge. I tried wd40, boiled it, nothing worked. I went to a local jeweler who would not touch it because it was a Rolex and if he made a mistake he could not cover the repair. A second local jeweler tried and could not get it to budge.

At that point I figured I was going to have to go to a watchmaker, and there are none near me, so I was going to live with it. A few days later I stopped at a third jeweler who had done appraisals for me in the past and I wanted to appraise the new OQ for insurance. He took all the information for the appraisal, and I asked if he could try to swap the links. He tried and came back out and said that he would have to use a torch to heat the link to break up the old Loctite. 5 minutes later and he was done, and he said " no charge". I gave him $20 anyway and was happily on my way.

This was the first time I have not been able to remove a screw from a Rolex band.

ec51 · 11 August 2013, 04:54 AM

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ec51 · 11 August 2013, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by RolexPete

I just got a new to me Oysterquartz from 1982 and I wanted to move a link from the 6 to the 12 o'clock side. For the life of me, I could not get one of the screws to budge. I tried wd40, boiled it, nothing worked. I went to a local jeweler who would not touch it because it was a Rolex and if he made a mistake he could not cover the repair. A second local jeweler tried and could not get it to budge.

At that point I figured I was going to have to go to a watchmaker, and there are none near me, so I was going to live with it. A few days later I stopped at a third jeweler who had done appraisals for me in the past and I wanted to appraise the new OQ for insurance. He took all the information for the appraisal, and I asked if he could try to swap the links. He tried and came back out and said that he would have to use a torch to heat the link to break up the old Loctite. 5 minutes later and he was done, and he said " no charge". I gave him $20 anyway and was happily on my way.

This was the first time I have not been able to remove a screw from a Rolex band.

Someone most likely used the incorrect Loctite.

ec51 · 11 August 2013, 05:44 AM

Must use the low strength Loctite.

kbutler1 · 11 August 2013, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 2ar2c1

you can place some scotch tape over the holes, then press the screwdriver bit thru the tape onto the screwhead: if you slip, no scratches.

Dang, didn't think of that! Great idea

boxed · 11 August 2013, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2ar2c1

you can place some scotch tape over the holes, then press the screwdriver bit thru the tape onto the screwhead: if you slip, no scratches.

Best advise.

Billywiz · 11 August 2013, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 1flossedm3

Could be a dumb question. If you purchased your Rolex pre owned do you remove your own links or take it to an AD? I just purchased my first and I wonder if the AD will even remove the links as they are now aware I didn't purchase new from them at their sticker price. I don't think I trust myself to remove my own links. LOL

It is a piece of cake...I don't trust the AD to do mine...

ec51 · 11 August 2013, 01:58 PM

It is also very important to have the correct size/shape screwdriver. There are the normal tapered style flathead screwdrivers - these are more prone to slip IMO. Then there are the non-tapered - which fit perfectly. The Sea Dweller repair kit came with a non-tapered type - as well as the Panerai screwdriver. I personally use the Panerai tool on my Sub bracelet; 1.6mm size.

joe100 · 11 August 2013, 02:58 PM

Flat ground driver is a MUST

joejoe1225 · 11 August 2013, 11:49 PM

Take your time and use a high quality screw driver. If you have the one that comes with the SD you should be fine. It is very easy.

jatco · 12 August 2013, 02:54 AM

Check this out...
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=44158 ..
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11 August 2013, 12:24 AM	#1
1flossedm3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Ryan Location: Upstate, NY Watch: TT Sub Posts: 238	Removing links.. Could be a dumb question. If you purchased your Rolex pre owned do you remove your own links or take it to an AD? I just purchased my first and I wonder if the AD will even remove the links as they are now aware I didn't purchase new from them at their sticker price. I don't think I trust myself to remove my own links. LOL

11 August 2013, 12:26 AM	#2
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	I use my screw driver and do it myself. It is simple and takes few minutes. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

11 August 2013, 12:48 AM	#5
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	Very simple to do.....some ADs will charge up to $20 to remove links....some are nice enough to help and not charge....just depends. But it's fairly easy. __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

11 August 2013, 02:43 AM	#15
ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	The AD will do it for you...they could think you bought it somewhere else when you lived in another state...or it was a gift...or whatever. If they won't work on your watch because you didn't buy new from them...then you probably wouldn't want them working on your watch to begin with. __________________ *侘寂 -- wabi-sabi --* acceptance of transience and imperfection by finding beauty in that which is imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete Commissioner of WEIRD POLICE , Badge # ecsub44

11 August 2013, 04:53 AM	#17
RolexPete "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: Massachusetts Watch: 214270 Mk2 Posts: 1,963	I just got a new to me Oysterquartz from 1982 and I wanted to move a link from the 6 to the 12 o'clock side. For the life of me, I could not get one of the screws to budge. I tried wd40, boiled it, nothing worked. I went to a local jeweler who would not touch it because it was a Rolex and if he made a mistake he could not cover the repair. A second local jeweler tried and could not get it to budge. At that point I figured I was going to have to go to a watchmaker, and there are none near me, so I was going to live with it. A few days later I stopped at a third jeweler who had done appraisals for me in the past and I wanted to appraise the new OQ for insurance. He took all the information for the appraisal, and I asked if he could try to swap the links. He tried and came back out and said that he would have to use a torch to heat the link to break up the old Loctite. 5 minutes later and he was done, and he said " no charge". I gave him $20 anyway and was happily on my way. This was the first time I have not been able to remove a screw from a Rolex band. __________________ 2016 Explorer 214270 Mk2 - 1996 Submariner 14060* - 1972 Datejust 1601 1972 Oyster Perpetual 1002 - 1978 Oysterquartz 17000 Omega Seamaster 2265.80 - Omega Seamaster 300 166.0324 *RIP PAL 1942-2015

11 August 2013, 12:35 AM	#3
kbutler1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Colorado Watch: This one Posts: 633	I did it myself. Just be careful to not slip and scratch the bracelet. Good luck!

11 August 2013, 01:05 AM	#6
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Get the right screwdriver and it's easy as Pi.

11 August 2013, 01:08 AM	#7
1flossedm3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Ryan Location: Upstate, NY Watch: TT Sub Posts: 238	Is there an idiots guide to this somewhere?

11 August 2013, 01:59 AM	#8
1flossedm3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Ryan Location: Upstate, NY Watch: TT Sub Posts: 238	This doesn't look like rocket science. Probably just need to be careful not to scratch anything. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uxpDXKOPqA

11 August 2013, 02:21 AM	#9
Gmt master 2 c "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: London Posts: 79	It looks easy enough obviously don't use a hammer if you have the screw links and avoid banging you're watch on the table like he did in the video.

11 August 2013, 02:22 AM	#10
Gmt master 2 c "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: London Posts: 79	Also not sure whether loctite is a must someone else can answer that for me.

11 August 2013, 02:24 AM	#11
2ar2c1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: in a house Posts: 537	you can place some scotch tape over the holes, then press the screwdriver bit thru the tape onto the screwhead: if you slip, no scratches.

11 August 2013, 02:41 AM	#14
blue lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Florida State! Watch: It's just a watch. Posts: 1,463	Do it yourself, it's easy.

11 August 2013, 04:54 AM	#18
ec51 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: NY Watch: 14060M Posts: 1,642	.....

11 August 2013, 05:44 AM	#20
ec51 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: NY Watch: 14060M Posts: 1,642	Must use the low strength Loctite.

11 August 2013, 01:58 PM	#24
ec51 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: NY Watch: 14060M Posts: 1,642	It is also very important to have the correct size/shape screwdriver. There are the normal tapered style flathead screwdrivers - these are more prone to slip IMO. Then there are the non-tapered - which fit perfectly. The Sea Dweller repair kit came with a non-tapered type - as well as the Panerai screwdriver. I personally use the Panerai tool on my Sub bracelet; 1.6mm size.

11 August 2013, 02:58 PM	#25
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	Flat ground driver is a MUST __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

11 August 2013, 11:49 PM	#26
joejoe1225 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: USA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 1,928	Take your time and use a high quality screw driver. If you have the one that comes with the SD you should be fine. It is very easy. __________________

12 August 2013, 02:54 AM	#27
jatco 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Thomas Location: YVR Watch: 116233/79190 Posts: 50,579	Check this out... https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=44158 .. . __________________ . ..- ' A Crown for every achievement '

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