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elee617 · 8 October 2015, 06:45 AM

I've had this GMT BLNR for about three months now and I just can't seem to get the bracelet to fit just right. My Sub-C and Datejust II both fit perfectly but for the life of me, the BLNR is either too big, or too tight.

So my question is this....What is the least amount of length I can let out on the bracelet? Currently it's like 2 millimeters too small so when I let out the easy-link (5mm right), it becomes too big. Is there a way to let out any less than the easy link? Are the notches in the clasp more or less than the easy link? It's so damn frustrating.....If only the GMT came with the glidelock!!!!

Any suggestions?

watchwatcher · 8 October 2015, 06:48 AM

OK. So if I understand you, it's a little snug right now?

If so, where is the micro adjustment in the clasp positioned? If it's in the smallest setting, then you can let it out one hole, which is 3mm, should be perfect. If it's all the way out, then you will need to go to plan B.

travisb · 8 October 2015, 06:51 AM

Yes, there is a micro adjustment inside the clasp (different from the easylink).
There are 3 settings (.8mm each). Should solve your problem.
I had to adjust mine and got the perfect fit.

Snow-Dweller · 8 October 2015, 06:54 AM

I understand where you're coming from. I believe I am correct in saying that the easylink is 5mm, and that the the micro-adjustment "notches" are 3mm apart. For me, the answer is to set it up in a truly comfortable way with the "notches"....the easylink (which I use regularly) should be purely for convenience when your wrist expands - heat/humidity/exercise etc.

If you can't get it right with the micro-adjustments then you might want to see if you have removed a link(s) from the correct side of the watch....

SLS · 8 October 2015, 07:07 AM

Ditto to what was said above. If you don't have a spring bar tool, a round toothpick works in a pinch to adjust the clasp...plus you will not scratch the clasp if you slip.
Scott

Duey · 8 October 2015, 07:22 AM

The key here is that bracelets are sized from the 6 side not the 12 side.
So how many links do you have on the 6 side of your Sub to make it fit perfect, 5 or 4 1/2 or 4?
I do 4 1/2 on my Sub's and 5 on my GMT's. Some people get a 1/2 link from a 97200 bracelet, p/n 21029, and have the center polished and put that on the 6 side of the GMT to get a perfect fit.

REFZ · 8 October 2015, 07:28 AM

Maybe add an extra link and set a different micro adjustment inside the clasp.

elee617 · 8 October 2015, 11:53 PM

An authorized dealer here in Singapore adjusted it for me in a matter of seconds. It's perfect now. Thanks to all for the quick advice!

watchwatcher · 9 October 2015, 02:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elee617

An authorized dealer here in Singapore adjusted it for me in a matter of seconds. It's perfect now. Thanks to all for the quick advice!

Great! Enjoy your new watch.

8 October 2015, 06:45 AM	#1
elee617 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Singapore Posts: 116	Adjusting GMT II-C Bracelet I've had this GMT BLNR for about three months now and I just can't seem to get the bracelet to fit just right. My Sub-C and Datejust II both fit perfectly but for the life of me, the BLNR is either too big, or too tight. So my question is this....What is the least amount of length I can let out on the bracelet? Currently it's like 2 millimeters too small so when I let out the easy-link (5mm right), it becomes too big. Is there a way to let out any less than the easy link? Are the notches in the clasp more or less than the easy link? It's so damn frustrating.....If only the GMT came with the glidelock!!!! Any suggestions?

8 October 2015, 06:54 AM	#4
Snow-Dweller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,284	I understand where you're coming from. I believe I am correct in saying that the easylink is 5mm, and that the the micro-adjustment "notches" are 3mm apart. For me, the answer is to set it up in a truly comfortable way with the "notches"....the easylink (which I use regularly) should be purely for convenience when your wrist expands - heat/humidity/exercise etc. If you can't get it right with the micro-adjustments then you might want to see if you have removed a link(s) from the correct side of the watch.... __________________ . The path from WIShood to WISdom can have many turnings... ——————————————————————————————————— . 16803. 16570. 18038. 114300. GMW-B5000D.

8 October 2015, 07:07 AM	#5
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Ditto to what was said above. If you don't have a spring bar tool, a round toothpick works in a pinch to adjust the clasp...plus you will not scratch the clasp if you slip. Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

8 October 2015, 07:28 AM	#7
REFZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Martin Location: Netherlands Watch: The Rolex Way Posts: 1,471	Maybe add an extra link and set a different micro adjustment inside the clasp. __________________ 114060 - 116520 - 126334

8 October 2015, 06:48 AM	#2
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	OK. So if I understand you, it's a little snug right now? If so, where is the micro adjustment in the clasp positioned? If it's in the smallest setting, then you can let it out one hole, which is 3mm, should be perfect. If it's all the way out, then you will need to go to plan B.

8 October 2015, 06:51 AM	#3
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Yes, there is a micro adjustment inside the clasp (different from the easylink). There are 3 settings (.8mm each). Should solve your problem. I had to adjust mine and got the perfect fit.

8 October 2015, 07:22 AM	#6
Duey 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,598	The key here is that bracelets are sized from the 6 side not the 12 side. So how many links do you have on the 6 side of your Sub to make it fit perfect, 5 or 4 1/2 or 4? I do 4 1/2 on my Sub's and 5 on my GMT's. Some people get a 1/2 link from a 97200 bracelet, p/n 21029, and have the center polished and put that on the 6 side of the GMT to get a perfect fit.

8 October 2015, 11:53 PM	#8
elee617 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Singapore Posts: 116	An authorized dealer here in Singapore adjusted it for me in a matter of seconds. It's perfect now. Thanks to all for the quick advice!

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