First questions from the newby

[dddrees]

What is the best way to take a bracelet off of a Rolex with lug holes without putting any scratches on the watch? Should I use a tooth pick like I have read and just push one side out first?

Also would it be best to get some extra spring bars just so I can keep the ones that come with the watch with the bracelet? I would thhink I could get an extra set from an AD pretty easiliy.

[HL65]

Dan-
Very easy to source spring bars. If you have trouble let me know--will give you guy to email. As for removing--i have tools--a toothpick would work fine too. When you put back in--I always turn dial face down-hold in my hands--bar in one hole-you can use your nail even to put in second hole--super easy!!!

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

Dan-
Very easy to source spring bars. If you have trouble let me know--will give you guy to email. As for removing--i have tools--a toothpick would work fine too. When you put back in--I always turn dial face down-hold in my hands--bar in one hole-you can use your nail even to put in second hole--super easy!!!

Cool, thanks sir. Figured it was easier than I was making it out to be. Just making sure.

I think I'll check with my AD today on the spring bars, if I do need help though I will shoot you a PM.

It might not be a Pam, but I am off to look for some straps. Nato straps that is.

[swatty]

I always use a paper clip

[PhilM]

Might be worth getting yourself one of these

[Puffy]

If you're referring to your new (to you ) Sub Dan, then the Bergeon tool above is the winner as the flush fits will get in the way for the Bergeon 6825... make sure you tape it up using masking tape as the springbars will jump out and make small marks, same for when you seesaw them back in (learn from my mistakes )

for SEL bracelets make sure you use the Bergeon 6825, you'll thank me mate

I recently bought it and it's amazing, no more taping up watch cases and bracelets, the 6825 is an absolute joy and worth every penny

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Puffy

If you're referring to your new (to you ) Sub Dan, then the Bergeon tool above is the winner as the flush fits will get in the way for the Bergeon 6825... make sure you tape it up using masking tape as the springbars will jump out and make small marks, same for when you seesaw them back in (learn from my mistakes )

for SEL bracelets make sure you use the Bergeon 6825, you'll thank me mate

I recently bought it and it's amazing, no more taping up watch cases and bracelets, the 6825 is an absolute joy and worth every penny

Anders, even for watches with lug holes?

[Puffy]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Anders, even for watches with lug holes?

hi Dan, no the 6825 is no good for lug holes as the flush fits cover the springbars

unsure what your collection consists of but if you have any NON lug hole watches eg SEL bracelets then the 6825 is a first class winner

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Puffy

hi Dan, no the 6825 is no good for lug holes as the flush fits cover the springbars

unsure what your collection consists of but if you have any NON lug hole watches eg SEL bracelets then the 6825 is a first class winner

Thats what I thought. Yeah all of my Rolex watches are new versions currently. However the one I am just about to get is a vintage Red Sub. This is the one where I plan to take the bracelet off of and replace with a Nato Strap.

Sorry my original post forgot to include that necessary detail.

[Puffy]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Thats what I thought. Yeah all of my Rolex watches are new versions currently. However the one I am just about to get is a vintage Red Sub. This is the one where I plan to take the bracelet off of and replace with a Nato Strap.

Sorry my original post forgot to include that necessary detail.

then you need both tools
tape up case and bracelet first time you attempt as it can be a bit tricky..

looking forward to seeing pics Dan

[Frogman4me]

The beauty of lug holes!!! It's so easy and hassle free! Just write lug hole loyalist in your sig, your soon to love it.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Frogman4me

The beauty of lug holes!!! It's so easy and hassle free! Just write lug hole loyalist in your sig, your soon to love it.

Done, thanks for reminding me David.

Dan

[usbzoso]

Dan,
Here is a pretty good video on how to do it if you have lug holes. If you want to avoid scratches when putting the bracelet back on i would put some masking tape on the lugs first because you need to apply pressure on the end link when pushing spring bars in which might leave some scratches. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIewnx5djEA

[rmfnla]

Originally Posted by dddrees

What is the best way to take a bracelet off of a Rolex with lug holes without putting any scratches on the watch? Should I use a tooth pick like I have read and just push one side out first?

Also would it be best to get some extra spring bars just so I can keep the ones that come with the watch with the bracelet? I would thhink I could get an extra set from an AD pretty easiliy.

In my experience, it's not removing the bracelet that causes scratches, it's reinstalling it carelessly.

As usbzoso pointed out, masking tape on the lug backs will greatly reduce that possiblity.

[KarlFr]

Originally Posted by PhilM

Might be worth getting yourself one of these

Got it in plastic, no scraping worries

[kyle L]

Yeah, with lug holes it is easy enough to use a toothpick!