Link Removal

[J. Alan]

I need some help removing a link from a Rolex I just bought from Oscar Bodybump. It's a 116000, the least expensive Rolex you can buy, except for the Airking. I am going to use it as a daily beater. Oscar sends a "sizing tool" with all his purchases, but I have never had to use it before. As the bracelet does not have the new glidelock on it, I believe a one link removal will do the trick to fit my wrist better. I notice that the first 4 links off the clasp side and the first two links of the folding side have small screws that I presume are for removal of the links. It appears to me the clasp would centre better on the bottom of my wrist if I removed one of the four from the clasp side?? Your recommendations, please.

FYI, I did a quick search and came up with Tools excellent step by step bracelet removal, but I admit I didn't spend to much time searching for a thread for a bracelet link removal. If there is a link (photos preferred) I would certainly appreciate if one of you better informed could provide a link. If not, I would greatly appreciate your experiences or suggestions regarding link removal.

To all my fellow American TRFers and neighbors, I wish you a Happy November 24th Thanksgiving.

J. Alan

Western Canada

[stephentross]

I always put the watch on and then see which side of the clasp hangs lower than the other. then i remove a link for the side that hangs lower.

then try it on again, and repeat if required. once you get it close enough you can make micro adjustments on the clasp

good luck

[dooder202]

Originally Posted by J. Alan

I need some help removing a link from a Rolex I just bought from Oscar Bodybump. It's a 116000, the least expensive Rolex you can buy, except for the Airking. I am going to use it as a daily beater. Oscar sends a "sizing tool" with all his purchases, but I have never had to use it before. As the bracelet does not have the new glidelock on it, I believe a one link removal will do the trick to fit my wrist better. I notice that the first 4 links off the clasp side and the first two links of the folding side have small screws that I presume are for removal of the links. It appears to me the clasp would centre better on the bottom of my wrist if I removed one of the four from the clasp side?? Your recommendations, please.

FYI, I did a quick search and came up with Tools excellent step by step bracelet removal, but I admit I didn't spend to much time searching for a thread for a bracelet link removal. If there is a link (photos preferred) I would certainly appreciate if one of you better informed could provide a link. If not, I would greatly appreciate your experiences or suggestions regarding link removal.

To all my fellow American TRFers and neighbors, I wish you a Happy November 24th Thanksgiving.

J. Alan


Western Canada

Okay, usually, from what I see all the time with Rolex, is that they put the majority of the links on the 12 o' clock side - or as in your case you explain it as the clasp side.

Those screws are what take the links out, etc.

When you take the watch off, just be careful no to loose the screws. Sometimes if they are tight, you might need to poke a paper-clip on the other end to push the screw out. This is necessary because Rolex uses loc-tite on the threads of the scews so they don't become loose.

[ecsub44]

Originally Posted by J. Alan

I need some help removing a link from a Rolex I just bought from Oscar Bodybump. It's a 116000, the least expensive Rolex you can buy, except for the Airking.

*EDITED*

Sorry...too early to think straight...

[Cabaiguan]

You should end up with LESS links on the 6 o'clock side. Dooder is correct...Rolex places most of the removable links on the 12 o'clock side, so start there first. It's a bit of trial and error, but you'll get there.

Also, be careful with the screwdriver. Make sure that you have a steady surface to work on. One slip and you'll scratch up your new watch. I use blue painter's tape to tape off parts of the watch that may be vulnerable during the operation. Good luck.

[azguy]

go slow and enjoy your new watch

[Perdu]

and make sure you use the exact size of driver.