Who re-sizes your Rolex when brand new?

[Perrinyanna]

Sorry for such a stupid question, but i know you will answer the "AD". Unfortunately I have a not so good experience with my sub purchased just a few weeks back..This is the 4th Rolex i bought(in different ADs abroad) then re-sized right there and had never encountered any problem except for this one..I bought the watch in a reputable AD in EU, and initially I am not sure if i'l have it re-sized there or when i just arrive in my home country's RSC where it is free anyway..
I had it re-sized and the AD took out out all the props, tools inside the Rolex wooden tool chest, but when i returned to my hotel I noticed the link screw heads became kinda buggered...probably it was too tight and he had to force it open instead of using a heat gun first to soften glue. I did not anymore complain as the guy was very nice and friendly.
When i arrive home i took it to an RSC and said they can just replace the 7 scratched/buggered screws which will cost around USD 50 including the labor. She told me that AD should use a heating gun to loosen screws because it comes glued with loctite from the factory and will usually damage screws if just loosened without a heating gun..too late and lesson learned.

[samsam]

Glad it all worked out good. I mean $50 is not bad.

And this is the reason I got a Jewelers screws set and so it myself now. There is a possibility to "screw the screws, but it's convenient and I know it's an easy fix should I mess it up.

[Old Expat Beast]

Many (most?) here do it themselves. Too many AD horror stories. RSC should do a better job.

[Jake B]

This can also happen if too small a screwdriver is used. Always best to use heat to soften the loctite, and be sure to use the correct size driver.

[travisb]

Do it myself.
Unless I buy from my usual AD who I trust.
Glad it was an easy and not too costly fix.

[onlysteel]

I rather scratch my rollies myself than have someone else do it for me. So it is no biggie at all to size it since screws make it a lot more easier than pin/collar system.

[PanosI]

A loupe and the Panerai screwdriver (which is a perfect fit for the screws in the Rolex bracelets ) and you can add or remove links as many times as you like. In the end you can compare the head of the screw with the ones of a brand new bracelet and you'll see no difference !!!






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[padi56]

Originally Posted by Perrinyanna

Sorry for such a stupid question, but i know you will answer the "AD". Unfortunately I have a not so good experience with my sub purchased just a few weeks back..This is the 4th Rolex i bought(in different ADs abroad) then re-sized right there and had never encountered any problem except for this one..I bought the watch in a reputable AD in EU, and initially I am not sure if i'l have it re-sized there or when i just arrive in my home country's RSC where it is free anyway..
I had it re-sized and the AD took out out all the props, tools inside the Rolex wooden tool chest, but when i returned to my hotel I noticed the link screw heads became kinda buggered...probably it was too tight and he had to force it open instead of using a heat gun first to soften glue. I did not anymore complain as the guy was very nice and friendly.
When i arrive home i took it to an RSC and said they can just replace the 7 scratched/buggered screws which will cost around USD 50 including the labor. She told me that AD should use a heating gun to loosen screws because it comes glued with loctite from the factory and will usually damage screws if just loosened without a heating gun..too late and lesson learned.

Cannot understand how like you say 7 screws got scratched/buggered unless you have pencil size wrists and had many links removed.A screw is just that a screw and sometimes heads do get slightly damaged.Myself always size my own bracelet as with the correct screw driver its hardly rocket science to unscrew re-screw any screw. And if the correct loctite is used just a dip in hotish water will do to release the loctite from the threads.

[Darlinboy]

Band adjustment on a Sub is a DIY job for me.

[Perrinyanna]

i use to re-size my explorer myself and had no issues and never damaged the screws. however it has no loctite in it so its is easy to remove the screws..

[Perrinyanna]

Originally Posted by SamSam

Glad it all worked out good. I mean $50 is not bad.

And this is the reason I got a Jewelers screws set and so it myself now. There is a possibility to "screw the screws, but it's convenient and I know it's an easy fix should I mess it up.

Well, i cant complain with the USD 50, even if it happened even before i actually started wearing the watch...At least il get rid of those eyesore screws..So lesson i learned now is never trust AD for strap re-sizing. Too bad i was not able to read AD horror stories..I hope someone here can share me the link.. Take it to an RSC, if they damage it you can claim for warranty.

[lmcgbaj]

I do it myself. Never had an issue. Never scratched the bracelet or damaged the screws.

[mannyv11]

just do it yourself. If you can unscrew/screw in a light bulb you can handle the job of sizing your own bracelet. It's pretty much a well known fact no one will take as much care of your watch as you would.

So go buy yourself a set of screwdrivers and you won't ever have to worry about anyone messing up again =)

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Perrinyanna

Sorry for such a stupid question, but i know you will answer the "AD".

If I am buying it new the answer is of course the AD.

If they mess it up, they can fix it or replace it on the spot.

[mjclark32]

I tried to get an AD do it for me and they refused since I didn't buy it from them, even though I would pay for the service. I went to Lowes and bought the screw driver and have been doing it myself since.

[Speed]

I walk to my Local RSC.

They do it right - and get creative if necessary to fit my smallish wrist the way I like.

[Dr. Robert]

I utilize my indie watchmaker. He has to make a living.

[kaseri]

Get the correct tools and do it yourself. For reference here is an image of 3 suitable screwdrivers -



Left: OEM Panerai 1.6mm screwdriver supplied with the Luminor watch
Middle: Aftermarket copy of the OEM Panerai screwdriver
Right: Rolex Ref. 2100

As you can see the OEM Panerai (left) and the Rolex Ref. 2100 (right) both have slightly thicker blades. The OEM Panerai & Rolex Ref. 2100 have a perfect fit with virtually no play once the screwdriver is inserted into the screw head. The aftermarket screwdriver has a little play but is better than a standard 1.6mm watchmakers screwdriver. If you want a perfect fit with virtually no chance of slipping in addition to not killing your wallet then you should source an OEM Panerai screwdriver. If you want something that is "good enough" then the aftermarket screwdriver is the way to go. Finally if you must have the word Rolex engraved into your screwdriver (which I completely understand) along with a perfect fit then your only choice is the Ref. 2100 tool.

[Knappo 1307]

Originally Posted by onlysteel

I rather scratch my rollies myself than have someone else do it for me. So it is no biggie at all to size it since screws make it a lot more easier than pin/collar system.

What's a "rollie"....

[Gerardus]

I do it myself :)

[dualcarb]

I do it myself too...

[zion_rasta]

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[thomaspp]

Do it myself.