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Old 25 December 2021, 08:47 AM   #1
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Oysterflex Sizing

I’m looking to pick up a 226659 on OF. What do I need to be aware of with respect to the size of the strap? I have a 7.5” wrist. I know there are different sizes so if I go gray or used I want to make sure I get it right.

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Old 25 December 2021, 08:49 AM   #2
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F&F for that size wrist then adjust clasp to the middle groove
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Old 25 December 2021, 12:04 PM   #3
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F&F for that size wrist then adjust clasp to the middle groove

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Old 25 December 2021, 04:28 PM   #4
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Don’t go F/F. The clasp will not be centred to your wrist.
Use this chart:



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Old 25 December 2021, 05:42 PM   #5
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Yep don’t do ff. That’s the same having the same link count both sides.


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Old 26 December 2021, 01:18 AM   #6
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The AD will take care of it..or at least took care of it in my case.
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Old 26 December 2021, 01:34 AM   #7
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If you really want to make sure you get it right, have your AD measure your wrist with the OF sizing tool. Then have him order the appropriate straps.

Good luck,
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Old 26 December 2021, 04:03 AM   #8
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Don’t go F/F. The clasp will not be centred to your wrist.
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This chart is not relevant for your watch and also quite old before they added the Glidelock.
I purchased the YM Everose gold (126655) 2 months ago and my size is totally different than what this chart suggest
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Old 26 December 2021, 05:56 AM   #9
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If the AD sales rep changes sizes, expect for them to damage the crap out of the lugs.

Best to have an EXPERIENCED jeweler do that task, or do it yourself if you have the knowledge and ability.

Why couldn't Rolex have put notches in the OF for access to the spring bars. Dumb design. Another example of engineers not testing what they design.
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Old 26 December 2021, 08:45 AM   #10
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If the AD sales rep changes sizes, expect for them to damage the crap out of the lugs.

Best to have an EXPERIENCED jeweler do that task, or do it yourself if you have the knowledge and ability.

Why couldn't Rolex have put notches in the OF for access to the spring bars. Dumb design. Another example of engineers not testing what they design.

This. Even rsc scratched my lugs… no more OF for me until they update the design.


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