Squeaky Bracelet!!

[Chelseafan]

Well , I ve had all mine from new and never experienced a squeak?

[joli160]

Originally Posted by mountainrivera

The 1002nd use for WD40.

^^^^ this if it bothers you

[The Libertine]

I actually like the squeak; my Submariner and Explorer no longer do it, but my Coke still does on occasion!

[brettpaul]

Completely normal with BNIB pieces....it will soon disappear and you'll miss it!

[MMM3ike]

Thank you for the tip everyone. I just got a brand new Submariner and noticed the squeaky bracelet. I used warm water and just normal hand soap and after 3 minutes of rinsing all the noise was gone. Great tip, thank you everyone!!!

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by Hotspur

Hi Everyone.

Been lurking for a while but this is my first post on here!

Got my DSSD last week (at long last) and must say it is an amazing piece.

I love it (can't keep my eyes off it) although there is something that's bugging me.

When I move my wrist the bracelet squeaks like mad (It sounds like I've got a mouse stuck up my sleeve!)

Anyone else got/had this problem? It's not a biggy but it's starting to get on my nerves now!

Thanks in advance to any replies

I believe it is a feature designed to keep sharks away as the sound gets magnified in the water. On the other hand Omegas give off a different sound which the sharks really seem to be fond of.

[Ritch99]

The bracelet squeek happens alot in new watches...its normal. Its like a new car smell. I have bought over a dozen new Rolex watches in the last 9 months. It will go away the more you wear the watch. No need for lubrication, that will attract debris and cause premature wear.

[Chadridv]

I wonder if the OPs bracelet stopped squeaking... Almost 5 and half years later!

[imperio]

Bringing an old thread up

My 2+ year old DSSD that I got second hand has a squeak that is driving me nuts. I believe it's coming from the link between the SEL and the first link at the 6 o'clock position.

Any ideas for a fix? Water and soap hasn't helped, and since I didn't get this from an AD I don't know if they'd entertain a request to have a look at this. My AD relationship is based overseas.

[nobbylon]

Old thread I know but if it bothers you just use a quick spray of silicone shaving oil like King of Shaves. wash the watch after, wipe down and wear. It won't harm your skin. After 2 weeks of swimming pool use the squeaks came back and it just needs a relube.

[fania123]

That's my new Rolex? I thought I was squeaking

[sechsgang]

Almost every one I've had, has had a squeaky bracelet minus my DD 40. Probably because to the ceramic in the link hole.

[Left_at_the_lights]

Glad I saw this. My bracelet squeaks, good to know it's normal!

[Gold Crown]

Remove the band from the head, Spray the bracelet with WD-40 while laying the watch on paper towels. Wipe the band down with a micro fiber cloth until the residual 40 is gone and so will the squeak.

[southcarolina1801]

My previous BNIB Rolexes squeeked for the first weeks. Totally normal.

[Sublover2166]

Originally Posted by Gold Crown

Remove the band from the head, Spray the bracelet with WD-40 while laying the watch on paper towels. Wipe the band down with a micro fiber cloth until the residual 40 is gone and so will the squeak.

That will make an awful smelling mess on your wrist. Bracelet squeak is due to the tight tolerance between the links when new. Regular wearing and washing with soap and water will quiet the bracelet. In time. I would not recommend using any chemical lubricants on bracelet links. Simply not necessary and does more harm than good. And definitely not healthy for your skin.

[10XRolex]

My new Daytona is a true squeak master.

[bdex75]

Enjoy the squeak. It is the new car smell for Rolex.


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[KITT]

Hello everyone

My green Milgaus was squeaking like a mouse too so I couldn't help it, (sorry I dont thing it's like a new car smell, its more like a fake watch to me_), so i did the following steps and the squeaking disappeared immediately afterwards:

1. Boil some water and put it in a plastic container, let it cool down for a few minutes.

2. Use some liquid hand soap and rub it in your bracelet by massaging it and make sure it goes in between the links from all sides, at the same time move all the links around and shake the bracelet for the soap to go inside the bracelet, keep doing this for a minute or two. The squeak will already have disappeared at this point.

3. Place the watch in the already cooled down hot water (do not be afraid, your Rolex is water proof and will not be damaged by the hot water, actually one of the old Rolex ads was about boiling a Rolex for several minutes as an experiment and the watch continued to perform perfectly_). with a plastic spoon, gently stir the watch and make sure the bracelet is being twisted around inside the water. do this for a couple of minutes.

4. Take your watch out of the water and rinse it well with running water for a minute or two. Then pat it dry with some fine paper tissue (or whatever you desire_). At this point the squeak will have disappeared.

5. Enjoy your squeak free Rolex!

[Tampashooter]

Is this thread real or an onion article? Rolexes are made to very tight tolerances. It'll go away.

[KITT]

Here is a video that I have made to show how to solve this issue of squeaking oyster bracelets.



https://youtu.be/YtIZSKx8FhM

[behardt]

Spray silicone on the links (front & back). Don't get it in the end links or clasp. Work the individual links back and forth a few times. When complete, wash well with soap & water and a soft toothbrush. It will be the silkiest bracelet you've ever felt.

That's how the watchmakers do it - just call and ask.

[speedmaster73]

Originally Posted by Hotspur

Hi Everyone.

Been lurking for a while but this is my first post on here!

Got my DSSD last week (at long last) and must say it is an amazing piece.

I love it (can't keep my eyes off it) although there is something that's bugging me.

When I move my wrist the bracelet squeaks like mad (It sounds like I've got a mouse stuck up my sleeve!)

Anyone else got/had this problem? It's not a biggy but it's starting to get on my nerves now!

Thanks in advance to any replies

every single rolex i have owned or own always have a squeaky bracelet until 'worn in'

the squeak will go away on its own

[arguetaoscar]

Enjoy the squeaky new sound, it wears off...


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[michaelodonnell123]

A dab of olive oil on the bracelet cures all squeaks.

[Ricky Spanish]

My 3 year old YMII still squeaks at the links nearest the watch. I wear it all the time but it persists.

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by speedmaster73

every single rolex i have owned or own always have a squeaky bracelet until 'worn in'

the squeak will go away on its own

Seven years on, it's probably gone by now.