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two tone · 8 October 2010, 09:45 PM

I had a scarey moment yesterday. While away on a business meeting we were all standing around taking during a break, and without warning, my GMTc just fell off my wrist and hit the concrete ground. No damage, but I was a little shocked. What if it fell off while driving to the meet on the parkway at 60mph while my arm was hanging out the window? Now I'm sure this is my fault because I did remove the bracelet and add a link (bought from ad), and I did not use Locktite. I figured it would be fine if I just tightented it real good. I guess I was wrong. All the wiggle and shaking must have worked the screw loose. (I was able to find the screw)
Can someone tell me which locktite to use? I am in automotive field and I know there are different grades of Locktite.
Consider myself LUCKY.
Bob

padi56 · 8 October 2010, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by two tone

I had a scarey moment yesterday. While away on a business meeting we were all standing around taking during a break, and without warning, my GMTc just fell off my wrist and hit the concrete ground. No damage, but I was a little shocked. What if it fell off while driving to the meet on the parkway at 60mph while my arm was hanging out the window? Now I'm sure this is my fault because I did remove the bracelet and add a link (bought from ad), and I did not use Locktite. I figured it would be fine if I just tightented it real good. I guess I was wrong. All the wiggle and shaking must have worked the screw loose. (I was able to find the screw)
Can someone tell me which locktite to use? I am in automotive field and I know there are different grades of Locktite.
Consider myself LUCKY.
Bob

Its always best to test that the screws are alway tight even on a new watch.The Locktight grade you should use is 222 or 223 but just a tiny amount on threads only and you will be fine.

FremStar · 9 October 2010, 02:35 AM

WOW!!!! That is scary! Reach out to Mortgageguy (Adam) he can advise you on what locite to use...

Tools · 9 October 2010, 05:24 AM

Loctite 221 was formulated specifically for watchmakers, although the other light hold formulas work too..

A screw coming completely out is a very, very rare occurrence.........

Route 66 · 9 October 2010, 05:40 AM

As Larry said, 221 is the recommended one but 222 is much easier to find a is also a light duty formula.

JasoninDenver · 9 October 2010, 05:42 AM

I have used both 221 and 222 with no problems

GradyPhilpott · 9 October 2010, 05:47 AM

Good to hear that no damage was done.

Not long ago, after my AD's watchmaker put in a link in my 63200, a pin started to back out and thankfully I saw it before it became catastrophic. I, too, like to hang my arm out the car window when I'm driving.

RRGHOST1 · 9 October 2010, 06:14 AM

Well here in UK we drive on the proper side of the road,so we would never have our arm out and drop a watch,unless of course it was on your right arm which is unusual. Ha ha !Glad there was no damage to your watch though, a scary moment what !

TonyD · 9 October 2010, 06:50 AM

I just know the Loctite colors.

Purple = light duty - I use it on watch screws.
Blue = Typical for use on normal screws on machinery
Red = May require heat to remove. Not for small screws
Green = Welding - forget about removing it

Ck8 · 9 October 2010, 07:45 AM

How much do I need to apply to the thread?
How do I do this, dipping the thread into a drop of loctite?
If I am not careful and I get some on the side of the link can I get the glue off?

spuds · 9 October 2010, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by rolexplorer2

Well here in UK we drive on the proper side of the road.....!

Hear! Hear!

Andad · 9 October 2010, 09:16 AM

Put the loctite on the link female thread not the screw thread. This stops the loctite from 'clagging' up the links as the screw is pushed through.

TRW · 9 October 2010, 09:25 AM

Glad to hear everything is alright.Same thing happened to my Wifes L DJ and She was also able to find the screw.Thing about Her deal is,Other than Rolex Geneva No one ever touched her Bracelet(that I know of).She ran it to our AD immediately and hopefully they handled it properly.

MortgageGuy · 9 October 2010, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by FremStar

WOW!!!! That is scary! Reach out to Mortgageguy (Adam) he can advise you on what locite to use...

Yeah, Mr. OSCAR provided me with Loctite that would have held two cars together... It didnt help that I used quite a generous amount either

Glad to hear everything is alright, a perfect example as to why your watch should be insured

TRW · 9 October 2010, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

Yeah, Mr. OSCAR provided me with Loctite that would have held two cars together... It didnt help that I used quite a generous amount either

Glad to hear everything is alright, a perfect example as to why your watch should be insured

Hey Adam,not to get off topic,but none of our watches are insured.What do we need to do specifically

esm · 9 October 2010, 09:44 AM

in emergency and if you dont have proper loctite at home - ask your SO for her clear nail polish... it worked just as well (obviously do not "pour" it into the female thread..)

i have done it a couple of times, and no issues so far

jnkay · 9 October 2010, 10:58 AM

I noticed a screw on my GMT-IIc was almost completely out today. Must have been from jogging with it the other day. This is my only pre-owned watch, which I didn't have to resize, so didn't know the screws were sans Loctite .

MortgageGuy · 9 October 2010, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TRW

Hey Adam,not to get off topic,but none of our watches are insured.What do we need to do specifically

Well I have a few insured with my Homeowners Insurance Company and a couple with another company called Jewelers Mutual. I just have apolicy in them in the case of damage/loss and theft. It runs me about $85/year per $10k insured... To me that is very inexpensive for peace of mind

They request your info and an appraisal in your name usually within the last 12 months and then insur them...rates vary based on your location

Good Luck

niner niner seven · 9 October 2010, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by two tone

I had a scarey moment yesterday. While away on a business meeting we were all standing around taking during a break, and without warning, my GMTc just fell off my wrist and hit the concrete ground. No damage, but I was a little shocked. What if it fell off while driving to the meet on the parkway at 60mph while my arm was hanging out the window? Now I'm sure this is my fault because I did remove the bracelet and add a link (bought from ad), and I did not use Locktite. I figured it would be fine if I just tightented it real good. I guess I was wrong. All the wiggle and shaking must have worked the screw loose. (I was able to find the screw)
Can someone tell me which locktite to use? I am in automotive field and I know there are different grades of Locktite.
Consider myself LUCKY.
Bob

i had a similar experience when i was in chicago on business. i woke up and my GV bracelet was apart on the hotel bed stand - screw came out and it too was even laying on the bed stand. (like u i did not use locktite months ago when i adjusted the bracelet) i thought to myself, what if i had been in a cab and lost it then? i would have been screwed. glad both of us were LUCKY at a minimum and actually noticed the bracelet come apart.

niner niner seven · 9 October 2010, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

Well I have a few insured with my Homeowners Insurance Company and a couple with another company called Jewelers Mutual. I just have apolicy in them in the case of damage/loss and theft. It runs me about $85/year per $10k insured... To me that is very inexpensive for peace of mind

They request your info and an appraisal in your name usually within the last 12 months and then insur them...rates vary based on your location

Good Luck

yeah that is nothing - thanks for the info

MortgageGuy · 9 October 2010, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by niner niner seven

yeah that is nothing - thanks for the info

You bet

And they even cover loss/damage... go figure. With Jewelers Mutual you can pick your deduct and everything. I did it on line in about 10 minutes and they accepted the policy said I should have the policy in the mail in the next week.

Thankfully I have never had to file a claim, would be interested to know if anyone has and how it turned out

Sorry to hijack your thread here

Shade · 9 October 2010, 01:22 PM

That is indeed scary, but if it were happen to me, I wouldve felt the screw poking out against my wrist hehehe.. Since I like to wear my watches snug, anything that protrudes will definitely make me feel uncomfortable..

thesaint2009 · 9 October 2010, 01:25 PM

I have had that happen to me once with an Omega bracelet ....

Poohsan · 9 October 2010, 02:48 PM

I use locktight from pep-boys. light duty. It might not be the proper type but it works.

B. Doggy · 10 October 2010, 05:03 AM

Yikes!

8 October 2010, 09:45 PM	#1
two tone "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 13	scarey moment I had a scarey moment yesterday. While away on a business meeting we were all standing around taking during a break, and without warning, my GMTc just fell off my wrist and hit the concrete ground. No damage, but I was a little shocked. What if it fell off while driving to the meet on the parkway at 60mph while my arm was hanging out the window? Now I'm sure this is my fault because I did remove the bracelet and add a link (bought from ad), and I did not use Locktite. I figured it would be fine if I just tightented it real good. I guess I was wrong. All the wiggle and shaking must have worked the screw loose. (I was able to find the screw) Can someone tell me which locktite to use? I am in automotive field and I know there are different grades of Locktite. Consider myself LUCKY. Bob

9 October 2010, 05:24 AM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Loctite 221 was formulated specifically for watchmakers, although the other light hold formulas work too.. A screw coming completely out is a very, very rare occurrence......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

9 October 2010, 05:47 AM	#7
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	Good to hear that no damage was done. Not long ago, after my AD's watchmaker put in a link in my 63200, a pin started to back out and thankfully I saw it before it became catastrophic. I, too, like to hang my arm out the car window when I'm driving. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

9 October 2010, 06:50 AM	#9
TonyD 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Boston North Watch: Meteorite Daytona Posts: 1,471	I just know the Loctite colors. Purple = light duty - I use it on watch screws. Blue = Typical for use on normal screws on machinery Red = May require heat to remove. Not for small screws Green = Welding - forget about removing it __________________ Pepsi GMT/SD43/DSSD Blue/ DJ41 TT Rose Diamond Dial/ Daytona Meteorite/ SS Sky Dweller White Dial/ IWC Bronze Big Pilot/ Aquanautic Super King / Omega Ploprof 1200 / Graham Scarab Diver

9 October 2010, 07:45 AM	#10
Ck8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Mark 哥 Location: UK Posts: 860	How to apply the loctite? How much do I need to apply to the thread? How do I do this, dipping the thread into a drop of loctite? If I am not careful and I get some on the side of the link can I get the glue off? __________________ I like wonton noodles soup - Mark 哥

9 October 2010, 02:35 AM	#3
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	WOW!!!! That is scary! Reach out to Mortgageguy (Adam) he can advise you on what locite to use...

9 October 2010, 05:40 AM	#5
Route 66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: Burbank, CA Watch: 214270 Mark II Posts: 4,121	As Larry said, 221 is the recommended one but 222 is much easier to find a is also a light duty formula.

9 October 2010, 05:42 AM	#6
JasoninDenver 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Denver Posts: 4,284	I have used both 221 and 222 with no problems

9 October 2010, 06:14 AM	#8
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	Well here in UK we drive on the proper side of the road,so we would never have our arm out and drop a watch,unless of course it was on your right arm which is unusual. Ha ha !Glad there was no damage to your watch though, a scary moment what !

9 October 2010, 09:16 AM	#12
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,526	Put the loctite on the link female thread not the screw thread. This stops the loctite from 'clagging' up the links as the screw is pushed through. __________________ E

9 October 2010, 09:25 AM	#13
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	Glad to hear everything is alright.Same thing happened to my Wifes L DJ and She was also able to find the screw.Thing about Her deal is,Other than Rolex Geneva No one ever touched her Bracelet(that I know of).She ran it to our AD immediately and hopefully they handled it properly.

9 October 2010, 09:44 AM	#16
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	in emergency and if you dont have proper loctite at home - ask your SO for her clear nail polish... it worked just as well (obviously do not "pour" it into the female thread..) i have done it a couple of times, and no issues so far

9 October 2010, 10:58 AM	#17
jnkay "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Florida, US Watch: du jour Posts: 1,815	I noticed a screw on my GMT-IIc was almost completely out today. Must have been from jogging with it the other day. This is my only pre-owned watch, which I didn't have to resize, so didn't know the screws were sans Loctite .

9 October 2010, 01:22 PM	#22
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	That is indeed scary, but if it were happen to me, I wouldve felt the screw poking out against my wrist hehehe.. Since I like to wear my watches snug, anything that protrudes will definitely make me feel uncomfortable.. __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

9 October 2010, 01:25 PM	#23
thesaint2009 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Northeast Posts: 4,558	Scary indeed... I have had that happen to me once with an Omega bracelet ....

9 October 2010, 02:48 PM	#24
Poohsan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Arron Location: phoenix, AZ Watch: GMT 1675 Posts: 764	I use locktight from pep-boys. light duty. It might not be the proper type but it works. __________________ 1680, 1675, 116610LN, GMT Master II, Explorer II, Tudor Big Block 79170

10 October 2010, 05:03 AM	#25
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Yikes! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

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