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swedenwatch · 23 February 2013, 09:30 AM

Wearing a rolex too tight or too lose?

When I adjust my sub it's either too tight or too loose, like when it's on tight it's not so bad but when I move my wrist certain ways feels like I am going to ruin the band like if I don't move wrist certain angles its fine other angles seems like band might snap
lol if I wear it too loose it slides around not up and down wrist just side to side
What is better to prevent stretching or damages wearing a little loose or a little tight

Thanks guys

kilyung · 23 February 2013, 09:31 AM

Are you using the micro adjustments? Not just adding/removing links? I keep all my watches, one finger tight (meaning I can slip a pinky finger between my wrist and the band).

SWISSAHOLICS · 23 February 2013, 09:32 AM

I wear mine tight....prevents from scratches....and no wearing it tight won't hurt the band....especially the new ones!!

RADMD3 · 23 February 2013, 09:48 AM

Mike,
What are the micro adjustments u r referring to?

kilyung · 23 February 2013, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RADMD3

Mike,
What are the micro adjustments u r referring to?

Depending on the model you have it's usually a springbar holding the 12 o'clock bracelet to the underside of the clasp. That springbar is located in a pair of micro adjustments and there should be a few other slots. These give you about 2mm adjustments.

DesertRobusto · 23 February 2013, 09:56 AM

They're referring to the GlideLock clasp found on the newer ceramic 1166 Submariners. It is perfect for situations like yours

swedenwatch · 23 February 2013, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Are you using the micro adjustments? Not just adding/removing links? I keep all my watches, one finger tight (meaning I can slip a pinky finger between my wrist and the band).

My ad adjusted from clasp no links were removed

swedenwatch · 23 February 2013, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Depending on the model you have it's usually a springbar holding the 12 o'clock bracelet to the underside of the clasp. That springbar is located in a pair of micro adjustments and there should be a few other slots. These give you about 2mm adjustments.

I have a 2007 model

nauticajoe · 23 February 2013, 10:46 AM

I prefer to wear mine snugged.

RADMD3 · 23 February 2013, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Depending on the model you have it's usually a springbar holding the 12 o'clock bracelet to the underside of the clasp. That springbar is located in a pair of micro adjustments and there should be a few other slots. These give you about 2mm adjustments.

Thanks..

Rolexman28 · 23 February 2013, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Are you using the micro adjustments? Not just adding/removing links? I keep all my watches, one finger tight (meaning I can slip a pinky finger between my wrist and the band).

+1

If your having difficulty finding a comfortable fit go into your local AD or jeweler and have them adjust it until your satisfied.

Eagle7222 · 23 February 2013, 11:15 AM

Glidelock is nice.I prefer it tight but a couple times per day I feel the need to breathe and will just make small adjustment

mmmk604 · 23 February 2013, 11:34 AM

Definitely have the AD take out the appropriate links then adjust the micro-adjustment springbar in the clasp after to find the perfect fit.

VICI · 23 February 2013, 11:58 AM

I prefer not to see marks on my wrist when I take my watches off.

A little play and also a little breathing room.

23 February 2013, 09:30 AM	#1
swedenwatch Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: london Posts: 70	What is worse... Wearing a rolex too tight or too lose? When I adjust my sub it's either too tight or too loose, like when it's on tight it's not so bad but when I move my wrist certain ways feels like I am going to ruin the band like if I don't move wrist certain angles its fine other angles seems like band might snap lol if I wear it too loose it slides around not up and down wrist just side to side What is better to prevent stretching or damages wearing a little loose or a little tight Thanks guys

23 February 2013, 09:32 AM	#3
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	I wear mine tight....prevents from scratches....and no wearing it tight won't hurt the band....especially the new ones!! __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

23 February 2013, 09:31 AM	#2
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Are you using the micro adjustments? Not just adding/removing links? I keep all my watches, one finger tight (meaning I can slip a pinky finger between my wrist and the band).

23 February 2013, 09:48 AM	#4
RADMD3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: USA Watch: Daytona GMTII DJII Posts: 54	Mike, What are the micro adjustments u r referring to?

23 February 2013, 09:56 AM	#6
DesertRobusto "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116610, 116713 Posts: 10	They're referring to the GlideLock clasp found on the newer ceramic 1166 Submariners. It is perfect for situations like yours

23 February 2013, 10:46 AM	#9
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	I prefer to wear mine snugged.

23 February 2013, 11:15 AM	#12
Eagle7222 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: North Carolina Watch: 116610LN Posts: 84	Glidelock is nice.I prefer it tight but a couple times per day I feel the need to breathe and will just make small adjustment

23 February 2013, 11:34 AM	#13
mmmk604 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Canada Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,594	Definitely have the AD take out the appropriate links then adjust the micro-adjustment springbar in the clasp after to find the perfect fit.

23 February 2013, 11:58 AM	#14
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	I prefer not to see marks on my wrist when I take my watches off. A little play and also a little breathing room.

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