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TxHarleyGuy · 24 August 2016, 01:41 PM

Good evening, folks -

I have a question relating to the glide lock clasp on my TT Submariner. I picked up two new Rolexes at a Rolex Boutique just today (one for me, the other for my wife). My watch seemed to have fit perfectly without the need to have any links removed. I noticed later that the glide lock setting is about at it's very lowest/tightest. So I doesn't have much (if any) room to make the band tighter if ever deemed necessary.

The above said, would it be recommended to have the watch fitted to where the bracelet rested toward the middle setting of the glide lock so that there were equal distance to adjust in either direction? Thus, having a link removed?

I realize this may be a strange question. But just wanted to solicit the advice of those far more learned in this particular realm than myself. Appreciate any input. Thank you.

Tools · 24 August 2016, 01:46 PM

It's one of those things that is entirely up to you.

jmolsberg · 24 August 2016, 01:49 PM

Yes, have it fitted.

TxHarleyGuy · 24 August 2016, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

It's one of those things that is entirely up to you.

Yeah, I kinda' figured that'd be the deal. I get that. Might go back to the Rolex Boutique tomorrow to have a link taken out just to see how that works for me before I head out of town.

NH76 · 24 August 2016, 01:57 PM

I had my AD fit mine in the middle, but the reality is that I will never need, or be able to, tighten the glidelock that tight and get it on my wrist. I am going to have them add a half link so I can still tighten it a few notches when I jog, but also get the full ability to loosen it for when I dive.

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kirksingleton · 24 August 2016, 01:58 PM

Why don't you wait to remove the link when/if you need to?

TxHarleyGuy · 24 August 2016, 02:01 PM

I guess I'm just not used to wearing this type of watch and unsure just yet on how I'll wear it; snug, loose, etc.

Cru Jones · 24 August 2016, 02:10 PM

I'd rather have a link taken out so that I can take advantage of micro adjustments with the glidelock. Otherwise, all that design and technology is kind of pointless.

CrazyMD · 24 August 2016, 02:18 PM

Taking a link out takes no longer than 5 minutes and is an easy task. Set it in the center of the glide lock so you have more adjustment.

24 August 2016, 01:41 PM	#1
TxHarleyGuy Banned Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 96	Suggestions on glide lock clasp - Advice needed Good evening, folks - I have a question relating to the glide lock clasp on my TT Submariner. I picked up two new Rolexes at a Rolex Boutique just today (one for me, the other for my wife). My watch seemed to have fit perfectly without the need to have any links removed. I noticed later that the glide lock setting is about at it's very lowest/tightest. So I doesn't have much (if any) room to make the band tighter if ever deemed necessary. The above said, would it be recommended to have the watch fitted to where the bracelet rested toward the middle setting of the glide lock so that there were equal distance to adjust in either direction? Thus, having a link removed? I realize this may be a strange question. But just wanted to solicit the advice of those far more learned in this particular realm than myself. Appreciate any input. Thank you.

24 August 2016, 01:46 PM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	It's one of those things that is entirely up to you. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

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24 August 2016, 01:49 PM	#3
jmolsberg "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Jan-Michael Location: Fort Worth Watch: ROLEX Posts: 423	Yes, have it fitted.

24 August 2016, 01:57 PM	#5
NH76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Dru Location: USA Watch: 114060 Posts: 72	I had my AD fit mine in the middle, but the reality is that I will never need, or be able to, tighten the glidelock that tight and get it on my wrist. I am going to have them add a half link so I can still tighten it a few notches when I jog, but also get the full ability to loosen it for when I dive. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 August 2016, 01:58 PM	#6
kirksingleton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,759	Why don't you wait to remove the link when/if you need to?

24 August 2016, 02:01 PM	#7
TxHarleyGuy Banned Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 96	I guess I'm just not used to wearing this type of watch and unsure just yet on how I'll wear it; snug, loose, etc.

24 August 2016, 02:10 PM	#8
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	I'd rather have a link taken out so that I can take advantage of micro adjustments with the glidelock. Otherwise, all that design and technology is kind of pointless.

24 August 2016, 02:18 PM	#9
CrazyMD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: BoraBora Posts: 230	Taking a link out takes no longer than 5 minutes and is an easy task. Set it in the center of the glide lock so you have more adjustment.

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