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Lawlex · 1 December 2019, 07:27 AM

Hi guys,
A newbie to this hobby for a year now and probably this topic has already been discussed before and excuse me for that.

After having my first Rolex for almost half a year, for some strange and stupid reason, I decided to try and size my oyster link myself and obviously scratched my screw head with my cheap tools.

I normally don't whining about scratches and dings but it's kind sad when I caused it myself. Should have brought to AD and never let cheap tools near my Rolex.

Is there any way I can fix this or will RSC fix it when I send it for service?

Thanks for your help in advance.

Rags · 1 December 2019, 07:33 AM

Yes they will fix it when you send it in for service. Relax & enjoy your watch.

chicagowatchman · 1 December 2019, 07:36 AM

I had my screw replaced during service
$45

denmanproject · 1 December 2019, 07:43 AM

If you have any extra links with screws you could swap it out

*after you get a good screwdriver

Cryten · 1 December 2019, 07:45 AM

That's no worse than what most ADs would do to your watch anyway.

Ask an AD to order a new screw for you if it bothers you.

GeoGio Greece · 1 December 2019, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cryten

That's no worse than what most ADs would do to your watch anyway.

Ask an AD to order a new screw for you if it bothers you.

True

Gerardus · 1 December 2019, 07:48 AM

Polish it.

Seibei · 1 December 2019, 09:15 AM

OP, why do you even care about this? Do you spend all day looking at that screw? It is not really noticeable, is it?

Razorbackrolex · 1 December 2019, 09:43 AM

Ive boogered up screw heads worse on several watches. Dont let it bother you. I bought from AP service a kit with several new screws/pins for very reasonable price. I dunno if rolex sells such a kit?

Lawlex · 1 December 2019, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seibei

OP, why do you even care about this? Do you spend all day looking at that screw? It is not really noticeable, is it?

No, not visually, but can definitely feel it. I guess it's just the fact that I caused it, you know? Anyway, Enough whining, as long as it can be fixed, no big deal. Time can be better spent on other things haha. It's a tool after all. Thanks for the reply.

Lawlex · 1 December 2019, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Razorbackrolex

Ive boogered up screw heads worse on several watches. Dont let it bother you. I bought from AP service a kit with several new screws/pins for very reasonable price. I dunno if rolex sells such a kit?

Actually I don't know but if I take a wild guess, probably not. Sure, Rolex doesn't sell you anything these days, not even watches (pun intended).

Billfish · 1 December 2019, 10:37 AM

The trick is to wrap desired link your working on with plastic wrap ( like Glad) allows you to still remove link screws and avoid any additional scratches or damage screw head

RJRJRJ · 1 December 2019, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lawlex

No, not visually, but can definitely feel it. I guess it's just the fact that I caused it, you know? Anyway, Enough whining, as long as it can be fixed, no big deal. Time can be better spent on other things haha. It's a tool after all. Thanks for the reply.

The fact that you caused it should be a good thing. When the dealer causes it is when you should be upset. You'll get a new screw if you want to and all will be well.

BillA · 1 December 2019, 11:29 AM

Buy some good tools

gunhose · 1 December 2019, 10:07 PM

Don't beat your self up!! Even the most talented with best screw driver will leave a mark the the screw was touched.. Rolex at the factory polishes the screws before after they're done !!!! Thats why they look perfect untouched.

mountainjogger · 1 December 2019, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RJRJRJ

The fact that you caused it should be a good thing. When the dealer causes it is when you should be upset. You'll get a new screw if you want to and all will be well.

Lawlex · 2 December 2019, 06:24 PM

Actually ,team, since we are here. Are there any recommendations for tools?

jimcameron · 2 December 2019, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cryten

That's no worse than what most ADs would do to your watch anyway.

Just forget about it.

Onikage · 2 December 2019, 08:36 PM

Not bad for a first attempt. Compared to a lot of AD efforts anyway.. Who have professional training and screwdrivers. Wear it with the confidence that you did the right thing.

Ricky Rolex · 2 December 2019, 08:40 PM

Maybe cape cod polishing cloth would get rid of the scratches?

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

padi56 · 2 December 2019, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chicagowatchman

I had my screw replaced during service
$45

Wow expensive you can get screws from Otto Frei around $10 for ten to fit most all current watches very good Swiss made to Rolex spec its doubtful if Rolex themselves even make there own screws. Quite a few things are still out sourced by Rolex, like mainsprings they are made by Schwab-Feller AG,movement bearing and cap jewels,crystals,spring-bars,and a firm called Aiguilles makes all the watch hands for all models.

mfm22 · 3 December 2019, 12:01 AM

AD can supply a screw $ 5-10 per good to have a couple spares.

best tool I have found = 1.7mm # 52.432 large green handle , you can change blades and sizes

inadeje · 3 December 2019, 12:06 AM

1.6mm OEM Panerai screwdriver are available on ebay for a few bucks. With one of those it’s impossible for the screwdriver head to jump out or damage the screw recess.

Cryten · 3 December 2019, 12:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by inadeje

1.6mm OEM Panerai screwdriver are available on ebay for a few bucks. With one of those it’s impossible for the screwdriver head to jump out or damage the screw recess.

The ebay ones aren't OEM but they get the job done. I doubt you'd have any issues unless you had a particularly stubborn screw, but you should be heating the Locktite to make it release anyway.

Left: The ebay special, $10
Right: OEM Panerai, $10k (came with a free watch)

donq · 4 December 2019, 10:15 PM

Listen up screwheads!
Here is a man who would not take it.

Lawlex · 5 December 2019, 03:16 AM

Wow, super appreciate your responses and thanks for indulge my stupid question/whining.

MasonDixon · 5 December 2019, 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lawlex

Actually ,team, since we are here. Are there any recommendations for tools?

The Horofix screwdriver for Rolex screws is excellent.
https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-sc...tips-included/

GoingPlaces · 5 December 2019, 03:31 AM

I'd let it go and deal with it at service time. No big deal.

faaaaaaaasterrrrr · 30 December 2019, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Billfish

The trick is to wrap desired link your working on with plastic wrap ( like Glad) allows you to still remove link screws and avoid any additional scratches or damage screw head

That is brilliant!

BigBoy17 · 30 December 2019, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillA

Buy some good tools

X2. I see people skim by buying cheap tools for a 10k watch. Get a bergeon kit or modify a nice set of swiss watch tools.

I modified a watch screw driver by using a dremel so that it was as thick as the rolex screw slot. I never had an issue like the op again with damaged screws

1 December 2019, 07:27 AM	#1
Lawlex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Real Name: Lawrence Location: Dublin Watch: Explorer Posts: 229	Damaged my screw head Hi guys, A newbie to this hobby for a year now and probably this topic has already been discussed before and excuse me for that. After having my first Rolex for almost half a year, for some strange and stupid reason, I decided to try and size my oyster link myself and obviously scratched my screw head with my cheap tools. I normally don't whining about scratches and dings but it's kind sad when I caused it myself. Should have brought to AD and never let cheap tools near my Rolex. Is there any way I can fix this or will RSC fix it when I send it for service? Thanks for your help in advance.

1 December 2019, 07:33 AM	#2
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Yes they will fix it when you send it in for service. Relax & enjoy your watch. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

1 December 2019, 07:36 AM	#3
chicagowatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago IL Watch: Platinum DDMasterp Posts: 1,983	I had my screw replaced during service $45 __________________ Men's Platinum Day Date Masterpiece Men's 18k Day Date Crown Collection Men's Franck Muller 18k Conquistador Cortez Men's SS Cartier Pasha MEMBER # 5534 USA CHICAGO IL

1 December 2019, 07:48 AM	#7
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Polish it. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

2 December 2019, 08:36 PM	#19
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Not bad for a first attempt. Compared to a lot of AD efforts anyway.. Who have professional training and screwdrivers. Wear it with the confidence that you did the right thing. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

1 December 2019, 07:43 AM	#4
denmanproject "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Wayne Location: Canada Posts: 4,407	If you have any extra links with screws you could swap it out *after you get a good screwdriver

1 December 2019, 07:45 AM	#5
Cryten "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Terrafirma Posts: 2,655	That's no worse than what most ADs would do to your watch anyway. Ask an AD to order a new screw for you if it bothers you.

1 December 2019, 09:15 AM	#8
Seibei Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: New Zealand Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,630	OP, why do you even care about this? Do you spend all day looking at that screw? It is not really noticeable, is it?

1 December 2019, 09:43 AM	#9
Razorbackrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Arkansas Posts: 135	Ive boogered up screw heads worse on several watches. Dont let it bother you. I bought from AP service a kit with several new screws/pins for very reasonable price. I dunno if rolex sells such a kit?

1 December 2019, 10:37 AM	#12
Billfish "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Andrew Location: Jupiter,FL Watch: Sub 41 Date, Panda Posts: 478	The trick is to wrap desired link your working on with plastic wrap ( like Glad) allows you to still remove link screws and avoid any additional scratches or damage screw head

1 December 2019, 11:29 AM	#14
BillA 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: US Posts: 3,877	Buy some good tools

1 December 2019, 10:07 PM	#15
gunhose Banned Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Belgium/ USA now Watch: what's on my wrist Posts: 575	Don't beat your self up!! Even the most talented with best screw driver will leave a mark the the screw was touched.. Rolex at the factory polishes the screws before after they're done !!!! Thats why they look perfect untouched.

2 December 2019, 06:24 PM	#17
Lawlex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Real Name: Lawrence Location: Dublin Watch: Explorer Posts: 229	Actually ,team, since we are here. Are there any recommendations for tools?

2 December 2019, 08:40 PM	#20
Ricky Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: London Watch: Various Posts: 1,214	Maybe cape cod polishing cloth would get rid of the scratches? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Have previously owned & own ♛GMT II Coke 16710♛ ♛DateJust 16030♛ ♛Explorer 214270 mk2♛ Submariner 116610LN♛ 126711CHNR ♛

3 December 2019, 12:01 AM	#22
mfm22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Mike Location: NY Watch: Explorer 1 Posts: 488	AD can supply a screw $ 5-10 per good to have a couple spares. best tool I have found = 1.7mm # 52.432 large green handle , you can change blades and sizes

3 December 2019, 12:06 AM	#23
inadeje 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,906	1.6mm OEM Panerai screwdriver are available on ebay for a few bucks. With one of those it’s impossible for the screwdriver head to jump out or damage the screw recess. __________________ ♛ 218206 Roman ♛ 116689 ♛ 126710BLRO ♛ 16520 white ♛ 16523 white ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1R-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Bronzo 671 & 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Cartier Santos XL - Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

4 December 2019, 10:15 PM	#25
donq "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas tx Watch: 16610,1675,16030 Posts: 1,136	Listen up screwheads! Here is a man who would not take it.

5 December 2019, 03:16 AM	#26
Lawlex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Real Name: Lawrence Location: Dublin Watch: Explorer Posts: 229	Wow, super appreciate your responses and thanks for indulge my stupid question/whining.

5 December 2019, 03:31 AM	#28
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	I'd let it go and deal with it at service time. No big deal.

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