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Chasecup · 15 August 2019, 08:44 AM

Has anybody had an issue with the gold strip falling off of a two-tone ceramic sub oyster bracelet.
Any suggestions for repair?

MikeMc · 17 August 2019, 11:21 AM

I would take it to a Rolex dealer if it’s less than 5 years old, and/or send it to Rolex. I think Rolex will fix it for free if they don’t see any visible cause.

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Equity · 17 August 2019, 11:37 AM

Can you post a pic? Very interested in what that looks like.

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Chasecup · 21 August 2019, 01:04 AM

Thanks for response here is the pic

Chasecup · 21 August 2019, 01:06 AM

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dxbtousa · 21 August 2019, 01:07 AM

wow that is unfortunate - how did it happen?

Is that how they really make TT watches - with a little glue...

TheDude · 21 August 2019, 01:23 AM

Look at this video and see if the details of your bracelet and clasp appear the same...

https://youtu.be/qOmshNEsfTQ

And here

http://www.luxurytyme.com/116613/116613review.html

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joyfultrade · 21 August 2019, 01:24 AM

So sorry about that .

Chasecup · 21 August 2019, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheDude

Look at this video and see if the details of your bracelet and clasp appear the same...

https://youtu.be/qOmshNEsfTQ

And here

http://www.luxurytyme.com/116613/116613review.html

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yes it is a glide lock clasp

Yzord · 21 August 2019, 01:49 AM

Damn, thats nasty. May i see the other side of the golden stroke?

Chasecup · 21 August 2019, 02:44 AM

more pics

Indierolex · 21 August 2019, 04:49 AM

Soldering on to steel is very difficult. When you solder gold or silver the surface of each part melts slightly for a really good join.

Steel melts a lot hotter than gold so the solder doesn't really adhere properly to both surfaces. With a polished surface like this the job is even harder.

Chasecup · 21 August 2019, 04:57 AM

Any idea how Rolex actually attaches the two pieces together. This is what the underside of gold looked like when it came apart. I would not think Rolex would “glue.. epoxy” two metals together. Any ideas??

Indierolex · 21 August 2019, 05:56 AM

It looks like gold solder. In this instance a good strong epoxy on a scratched surface would probably be a better choice but it wouldn't be good PR.

The best solution would probably be a rivet.

77T · 21 August 2019, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chasecup

more pics

Where did you buy that? I ask because the underside doesn’t resemble the fusion technique I’ve read about in other places.

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Tomas Eriksson · 21 August 2019, 02:52 PM

Going to a AD for repair will be most likely be expensive. Contact LA watchworks and ask them for repair advise?

Buzzlite · 22 August 2019, 07:20 AM

jaysus that's scary, how did you notice it coming off, lucky you did catch it, it could have dropped on the ground and you wouldn't have known.

is this a common occurrence on the TT? asking because I own one,.

ROLLiWORKS · 26 August 2019, 06:57 PM

Crazy to see that happen.

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Pmt2 · 26 August 2019, 09:58 PM

This actually made me change my mind about two tone. Glue?

Teetime71 · 31 August 2019, 06:11 AM

If an RSC does not correct this for free - it is a travesty.

Shoddy manufacturing from the Crown. Krazy-Glue really? I am sure the geniuses in their Geneva marketing department have cooked up a fancy name for it though - "non compos adhesív"

Longhorn02 · 2 September 2019, 12:17 PM

I saw a post on this from Mike’s Rolliworks Instagram page, and I was instantly reconsidering buying a Bluesy.

How common is this, and how did this happen???

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ROLLiWORKS · 2 September 2019, 07:29 PM

Seems like a freak thing. I wouldnt let it deter you.

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Longhorn02 · 3 September 2019, 02:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROLLiWORKS

Seems like a freak thing. I wouldnt let it deter you.

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Good to hear! Thanks!

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superstarmar · 3 September 2019, 04:38 AM

I’ve had 2 Bluesies. One 5 digit and now my Ceramic 6 digit .
I’ve never seen or heard of such a thing .
I was always under the impression that it was molded together
not soldered or glued on top of the steel clasp .
That is terrible, this is a job RSC should handle not anyone else
in my opinion ...

Is it still under warranty?

MikeyV · 4 September 2019, 11:24 AM

I roll a TT DJ41, I won't be worrying about this. Looks like the gold solder didn't flow right.

A fluke, I'm sure. Seems preeeeeety rare.

usling15 · 5 September 2019, 07:47 AM

I’m guessing that the gold is soldered on in an oven to better control temp & even distribution. The solder here looks as though it did not melt properly.

aasubo · 6 September 2019, 02:27 AM

Guys, question here:

Is this really an original bracelet. I was under the impression, that the middle piece of a genuine rolex bracelet is full gold, and not just a clasp smoldered onto the steel frame.

How does this look like with the regular links of the bracelet. Are they full solid gold in the middle or also just a clasp put on a steel frame.

If it were, I have to admit, I would truly be disappointed, as Rolex promotes the Rolesor bracelet to be manufactured in such incredible way.

Anybody who can tell the truth abouth the TT links?

Thanks a lot!

BR
Torsten

MikeyV · 6 September 2019, 04:57 AM

The links in the bracelet are solid gold. The clasp is all steel (like the older ones) but now with the gold center piece, which is in fact soldered on. It does not go through to the inside.

mitc5502 · 6 September 2019, 01:12 PM

Kinda makes me glad I didn’t get that Bluesy I was eyeing

Jacky88_99 · 6 September 2019, 01:44 PM

I am surprised by this, looks bad.

15 August 2019, 08:44 AM	#1
Chasecup "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Beaufort sc Posts: 13	Two-tone oyster bracelet gold piece in clasp fell off Has anybody had an issue with the gold strip falling off of a two-tone ceramic sub oyster bracelet. Any suggestions for repair?

21 August 2019, 01:06 AM	#5
Chasecup "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Beaufort sc Posts: 13	. Attached Images

21 August 2019, 01:23 AM	#7
TheDude "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: DC Area, USA Watch: IIc,1680 Red,16660 Posts: 4,492	Two-tone oyster bracelet gold piece in clasp fell off Look at this video and see if the details of your bracelet and clasp appear the same... https://youtu.be/qOmshNEsfTQ And here http://www.luxurytyme.com/116613/116613review.html Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 August 2019, 01:49 AM	#10
Yzord "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Alyx Location: Universe Watch: The Gibeon watch Posts: 894	Damn, thats nasty. May i see the other side of the golden stroke? __________________ 2022 126720VTNR Sprite - 2020 126719BLRO Meteorite dial - 2018 126333 DJ41 Wimbledon Dial - 2017 114060 SubC No Date - 2017 116613LN SubC Date Two Tone - 2017 116508 Daytona 18K YG Green Dial

21 August 2019, 02:44 AM	#11
Chasecup "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Beaufort sc Posts: 13	more pics Attached Images

17 August 2019, 11:21 AM	#2
MikeMc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Oregon Watch: own 18 watches Posts: 117	I would take it to a Rolex dealer if it’s less than 5 years old, and/or send it to Rolex. I think Rolex will fix it for free if they don’t see any visible cause. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

17 August 2019, 11:37 AM	#3
Equity "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Florida Posts: 354	Can you post a pic? Very interested in what that looks like. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 August 2019, 01:04 AM	#4
Chasecup "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Beaufort sc Posts: 13	Thanks for response here is the pic

21 August 2019, 01:07 AM	#6
dxbtousa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: dubai Posts: 673	wow that is unfortunate - how did it happen? Is that how they really make TT watches - with a little glue...

21 August 2019, 01:24 AM	#8
joyfultrade "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Chicago Posts: 49	So sorry about that .

21 August 2019, 04:49 AM	#12
Indierolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Nottingham UK Posts: 5	Soldering on to steel is very difficult. When you solder gold or silver the surface of each part melts slightly for a really good join. Steel melts a lot hotter than gold so the solder doesn't really adhere properly to both surfaces. With a polished surface like this the job is even harder.

21 August 2019, 04:57 AM	#13
Chasecup "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Beaufort sc Posts: 13	Any idea how Rolex actually attaches the two pieces together. This is what the underside of gold looked like when it came apart. I would not think Rolex would “glue.. epoxy” two metals together. Any ideas??

21 August 2019, 05:56 AM	#14
Indierolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Nottingham UK Posts: 5	It looks like gold solder. In this instance a good strong epoxy on a scratched surface would probably be a better choice but it wouldn't be good PR. The best solution would probably be a rivet.

21 August 2019, 02:52 PM	#16
Tomas Eriksson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Stockholm Watch: 15707CE Posts: 2,027	Going to a AD for repair will be most likely be expensive. Contact LA watchworks and ask them for repair advise? __________________ State of the union: 5066A,15400ST,15707CE,116610LN,26470OR and a few other…

22 August 2019, 07:20 AM	#17
Buzzlite "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Ireland Posts: 322	jaysus that's scary, how did you notice it coming off, lucky you did catch it, it could have dropped on the ground and you wouldn't have known. is this a common occurrence on the TT? asking because I own one,.

26 August 2019, 06:57 PM	#18
ROLLiWORKS "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Michael H Posts: 964	Crazy to see that happen. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2019, 09:58 PM	#19
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145	This actually made me change my mind about two tone. Glue?

31 August 2019, 06:11 AM	#20
Teetime71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Thomas Location: SoCal Watch: The one im wearing Posts: 384	If an RSC does not correct this for free - it is a travesty. Shoddy manufacturing from the Crown. Krazy-Glue really? I am sure the geniuses in their Geneva marketing department have cooked up a fancy name for it though - "non compos adhesív"

2 September 2019, 12:17 PM	#21
Longhorn02 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: TX Watch: 116710LN Posts: 67	I saw a post on this from Mike’s Rolliworks Instagram page, and I was instantly reconsidering buying a Bluesy. How common is this, and how did this happen??? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 September 2019, 07:29 PM	#22
ROLLiWORKS "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Michael H Posts: 964	Seems like a freak thing. I wouldnt let it deter you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 September 2019, 04:38 AM	#24
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	I’ve had 2 Bluesies. One 5 digit and now my Ceramic 6 digit . I’ve never seen or heard of such a thing . I was always under the impression that it was molded together not soldered or glued on top of the steel clasp . That is terrible, this is a job RSC should handle not anyone else in my opinion ... Is it still under warranty?

4 September 2019, 11:24 AM	#25
MikeyV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: N. California Watch: DateJust 41 TT Posts: 549	I roll a TT DJ41, I won't be worrying about this. Looks like the gold solder didn't flow right. A fluke, I'm sure. Seems preeeeeety rare.

5 September 2019, 07:47 AM	#26
usling15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 253	I’m guessing that the gold is soldered on in an oven to better control temp & even distribution. The solder here looks as though it did not melt properly.

6 September 2019, 02:27 AM	#27
aasubo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Germany Posts: 249	Guys, question here: Is this really an original bracelet. I was under the impression, that the middle piece of a genuine rolex bracelet is full gold, and not just a clasp smoldered onto the steel frame. How does this look like with the regular links of the bracelet. Are they full solid gold in the middle or also just a clasp put on a steel frame. If it were, I have to admit, I would truly be disappointed, as Rolex promotes the Rolesor bracelet to be manufactured in such incredible way. Anybody who can tell the truth abouth the TT links? Thanks a lot! BR Torsten

6 September 2019, 04:57 AM	#28
MikeyV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: N. California Watch: DateJust 41 TT Posts: 549	The links in the bracelet are solid gold. The clasp is all steel (like the older ones) but now with the gold center piece, which is in fact soldered on. It does not go through to the inside.

6 September 2019, 01:12 PM	#29
mitc5502 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Washington, DC Watch: Explorer II; SubC Posts: 26	Kinda makes me glad I didn’t get that Bluesy I was eyeing

6 September 2019, 01:44 PM	#30
Jacky88_99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Taiwan KHH Watch: 114270 Posts: 82	I am surprised by this, looks bad.

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