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WatchnRoll · 20 March 2010, 12:55 PM

As a Deep Sea owner I have to say for some reason it makes me happy to know it's unique among the entire line.

The slide lock design is amazing and even after the Basel releases...it's still the only one.

Deep Sea owners rejoice!

smallcandle · 20 March 2010, 01:05 PM

I thought the new Subs were also being fitted with the glidelock?

WatchnRoll · 20 March 2010, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smallcandle

I thought the new Subs were also being fitted with the glidelock?

Not the same design to my knowledge. I don't think the center pops up with the micro adjusting ability...that was what I heard and read.

Of course I could be wrong and then this whole thread goes down in flames!

TurboWatch · 20 March 2010, 01:34 PM

nt

WatchnRoll · 20 March 2010, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TurboWatch

nt

Please explain...it's modified how? Does the center of the clasp lift up and allow you to slide put the extension in 1.8mm increments like the Deep Sea?

Looking at the pictures of the new Sub the center does not appear to be the same and the parts look different than the DSSD...hence the modified that you are saying but how so?

mpkRolex · 20 March 2010, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WatchnRoll

As a Deep Sea owner I have to say for some reason it makes me happy to know it's unique among the entire line.

The slide lock design is amazing and even after the Basel releases...it's still the only one.

Deep Sea owners rejoice!

Can you post the pictures of the clasp. I still havent seen it. I thought the Daytona clasp was the best.

ASH · 20 March 2010, 02:56 PM

the center lifts up and you can make adjustments while the watch is on your wrist
dssd1.jpg
the center of the buckle does not lift up you have to remove the watch and tilt the buckle away from the bracelet and slide to the next position
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TurboWatch · 20 March 2010, 02:59 PM

Daytona's clasp is NICE ( I own all three versions ) but the DSSD is the best. Not only it feels solid, the glidelock gives you that micro adjustment likes none others.

<<Please explain...it's modified how? Does the center of the clasp lift up and allow you to slide put the extension in 1.8mm increments like the Deep Sea?
>>

I haven't seen one in real life, but from the pictures that Tools and James D. provided, the Sub clasp is one solid piece. The DSSD glidelock center piece can be lift up like you said.

Andad · 20 March 2010, 04:58 PM

I don't think the clasp lifts up for adjustment on the new subs. I think the adjusting bar unclips from the underside of the clasp and slides up and down for adjustment.

From Larrys thread.

ral · 20 March 2010, 05:04 PM

I am not aware of a difference between the two... but anyway here is a picture of the one on the super cased Submariner...

Andad · 20 March 2010, 05:16 PM

Oops Ral, I added the pix as you were posting.

JimC · 20 March 2010, 05:21 PM

I certainly can't say anything about other clasps, but I can vouch for the clasp on my Deepsea. It turns out that the "micro adjustments" work as advertised (or better) and in the end it is a quite comfortable bracelet.

mic6 · 20 March 2010, 07:14 PM

I would swear the are the same...

Andad · 20 March 2010, 07:27 PM

Not even similar Mic and share no common parts IMO.

ral · 20 March 2010, 07:59 PM

[QUOTE=ral;1732284]I am not aware of a difference between the two... but anyway here is a picture of the one on the super cased Submariner...

Removed pic to shorten the thread... pic already posted.

Jack Sparrow · 20 March 2010, 09:30 PM

The glidelock on the new subs definitely doesn't work like the Deepsea's does, with the lifting center clasp mechanism.

It works the way directioneng described, in that you have to unclasp it, and unclip the adjustment slide by pulling it up- then you are free to make micro-adjustments and snap the adjustment piece back in.
It's a really nice feature, but IMO, the DSSD glidelock is superior in that you dont have to remove the watch from your wrist to adjust it.

zlin08033 · 21 March 2010, 12:02 AM

The glidelock on DSSD is unique.

Quote:

Originally Posted by WatchnRoll

As a Deep Sea owner I have to say for some reason it makes me happy to know it's unique among the entire line.

The slide lock design is amazing and even after the Basel releases...it's still the only one.

Deep Sea owners rejoice!

jets · 21 March 2010, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

I don't think the clasp lifts up for adjustment on the new subs. I think the adjusting bar unclips from the underside of the clasp and slides up and down for adjustment.

From Larrys thread.

I am wearing the DSSD and the clasp is exactly whats pictured on the new Sub LN. I circled the area that clearly shows the central area is a separate piece of metal that can lift up and release the bracelet for adjustment.

Besides, why would they have the same name (glidelock) for two different things?

MagedMS · 21 March 2010, 03:37 AM

The DSSD clasp is a little different then the SUB.. Well I will not post more pics of the SUB but here is the clasp of the DSSD in details..

WatchnRoll · 21 March 2010, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jets

I am wearing the DSSD and the clasp is exactly whats pictured on the new Sub LN. I circled the area that clearly shows the central area is a separate piece of metal that can lift up and release the bracelet for adjustment.

Besides, why would they have the same name (glidelock) for two different things?

I'm wearing my Deep Sea also and with all due respect, I believe you are wrong. Look at the picture in the above thread. The last picture. See that part that has the springs? That is one of the parts that allows the middle part of the clasp to life up. Without that (which is not on the sub) the middle part won't lift up.

I have to disagree and still say the Deep Sea is the only watch in the Rolex line with this amazing clasp. Unless I am proven otherwise.

mpkRolex · 21 March 2010, 05:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MagedMS

The DSSD clasp is a little different then the SUB.. Well I will not post more pics of the SUB but here is the clasp of the DSSD in details..

Very nice pictures.

This is the first time I am seeing the DSSD clasp and I think it is much more sophisticated than the new sub or the daytona.

JJ Irani · 21 March 2010, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpkRolex

Very nice pictures.

This is the first time I am seeing the DSSD clasp and I think it is much more sophisticated than the new sub or the daytona.

Agreed........terrific clasp.

I've had the opportunity of studying and fiddling around with the GLIDELOCK clasp on a new TT Sub and was most impressed with its simplicity and excellent engineering.

Not sure how that DSSD one works or why the centre bit pops out........but I'm sure when such a clasp has been incorporated into the best engineered watch in the world, it should be working smooth as silk!!

JJ

WatchnRoll · 21 March 2010, 05:59 AM

Yes, the Deep Sea clasp and the design with the center lifting to implement the glidelock is really remarkable. I'm really blown away by the way it works.

Don't even get me started on the lume on the dial...it is bright all night. Those blue circles right with me in the dark...it's really cool.

Anyway, I guess this shows there still is some confusion about what the new glidelock is on the new Sub and how it differs from the Deep Sea or the currently TT and all gold Subs. And, why call it the same name if the mechanism is different?

SDDS · 21 March 2010, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WatchnRoll

I'm wearing my Deep Sea also and with all due respect, I believe you are wrong. Look at the picture in the above thread. The last picture. See that part that has the springs? That is one of the parts that allows the middle part of the clasp to life up. Without that (which is not on the sub) the middle part won't lift up.

I have to disagree and still say the Deep Sea is the only watch in the Rolex line with this amazing clasp. Unless I am proven otherwise.

totally agree

SeamasterGMT · 21 March 2010, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Agreed........terrific clasp.

I've had the opportunity of studying and fiddling around with the GLIDELOCK clasp on a new TT Sub and was most impressed with its simplicity and excellent engineering.

Not sure how that DSSD one works or why the centre bit pops out........but I'm sure when such a clasp has been incorporated into the best engineered watch in the world, it should be working smooth as silk!!

JJ

JJ,

The centre bit pops out so that you can make the micro adjustments with the watch still on the wrist.

HL65 · 21 March 2010, 09:16 AM

Agree as well--very cool!!!

Holden · 21 March 2010, 09:16 AM

Made me look at my DSSD. Agree with the above poster that these are different. The DSSD has springs on the clasp where the above referenced pic of the sub does not. I can't tell you how often I use the glidelock feature depending on need - it is super nice.

sleddog · 21 March 2010, 09:24 AM

To clarify a little confusion here(maybe)......
The DSSD and the newest Sub's both have what's called the GLIDELOCK clasp,but,they are different from each other!!!
The newer subs glidelock can only be adjusted from underneath the buckle and has a total adjustment of 21mm and no longer an extension link!!! So 21mm is the total adjustment!!
The DSSD glidelock adjustment can be accessed from the top(whist wearing) and has an adjustment of 18mm, + also has a divers foldout extension link like the old SD and Subs for a further 26mm adjustment!!(total of 44mm,the larger adjustment is for thicker divesuits needed at extreme depths!)
Why Rolex named it the Glidelock for both is obvious although a little variation on both models..Hope that clears things up a little!!!

rfknauss · 21 March 2010, 10:14 AM

Rob, great explanation ........ that clears it up for me!

sleddog · 21 March 2010, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by rfknauss

Rob, great explanation ........ that clears it up for me!

Glad I could help Richard!

20 March 2010, 12:55 PM	#1
WatchnRoll "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 538	The Deep Sea Clasp - Still the only Rolex with it! As a Deep Sea owner I have to say for some reason it makes me happy to know it's unique among the entire line. The slide lock design is amazing and even after the Basel releases...it's still the only one. Deep Sea owners rejoice!

20 March 2010, 01:05 PM	#2
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	I thought the new Subs were also being fitted with the glidelock? __________________ Things got out of control and I had to stab a clown...

20 March 2010, 01:34 PM	#4
TurboWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,641	It's a modified glidelock clasp nt

20 March 2010, 05:16 PM	#11
Andad 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,293	Oops Ral, I added the pix as you were posting. __________________ E

20 March 2010, 05:21 PM	#12
JimC "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Anchorage, Alaska Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,188	I certainly can't say anything about other clasps, but I can vouch for the clasp on my Deepsea. It turns out that the "micro adjustments" work as advertised (or better) and in the end it is a quite comfortable bracelet. __________________ My collection, in order of acquisition: 16610 Sub (Z serial) 16710 GMT-Master II (Coke and Pepsi) (Z serial) 16570 Explorer II (White) (F serial) 116660 Deepsea (V serial) 79270 Tudor Tiger Chrono (red dial)

20 March 2010, 02:59 PM	#8
TurboWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,641	Daytona's clasp is NICE ( I own all three versions ) but the DSSD is the best. Not only it feels solid, the glidelock gives you that micro adjustment likes none others. <<Please explain...it's modified how? Does the center of the clasp lift up and allow you to slide put the extension in 1.8mm increments like the Deep Sea? >> I haven't seen one in real life, but from the pictures that Tools and James D. provided, the Sub clasp is one solid piece. The DSSD glidelock center piece can be lift up like you said.

20 March 2010, 05:04 PM	#10
ral Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 650	I am not aware of a difference between the two... but anyway here is a picture of the one on the super cased Submariner...

20 March 2010, 07:14 PM	#13
mic6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Europe Watch: 116718 green Posts: 1,944	I would swear the are the same... __________________

20 March 2010, 07:27 PM	#14
Andad 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,293	Not even similar Mic and share no common parts IMO. __________________ E

20 March 2010, 07:59 PM	#15
ral Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 650	[QUOTE=ral;1732284]I am not aware of a difference between the two... but anyway here is a picture of the one on the super cased Submariner... Removed pic to shorten the thread... pic already posted.

20 March 2010, 09:30 PM	#16
Jack Sparrow Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: The Black Pearl Watch: 116610LV Posts: 108	The glidelock on the new subs definitely doesn't work like the Deepsea's does, with the lifting center clasp mechanism. It works the way directioneng described, in that you have to unclasp it, and unclip the adjustment slide by pulling it up- then you are free to make micro-adjustments and snap the adjustment piece back in. It's a really nice feature, but IMO, the DSSD glidelock is superior in that you dont have to remove the watch from your wrist to adjust it.

21 March 2010, 05:59 AM	#23
WatchnRoll "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 538	Yes, the Deep Sea clasp and the design with the center lifting to implement the glidelock is really remarkable. I'm really blown away by the way it works. Don't even get me started on the lume on the dial...it is bright all night. Those blue circles right with me in the dark...it's really cool. Anyway, I guess this shows there still is some confusion about what the new glidelock is on the new Sub and how it differs from the Deep Sea or the currently TT and all gold Subs. And, why call it the same name if the mechanism is different? __________________ Navitimer 01 on Black Leather Strap

21 March 2010, 09:16 AM	#26
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,816	Agree as well--very cool!!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

21 March 2010, 09:16 AM	#27
Holden "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Antonio Watch: Submariner Posts: 30	Made me look at my DSSD. Agree with the above poster that these are different. The DSSD has springs on the clasp where the above referenced pic of the sub does not. I can't tell you how often I use the glidelock feature depending on need - it is super nice.

21 March 2010, 09:24 AM	#28
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,919	To clarify a little confusion here(maybe)...... The DSSD and the newest Sub's both have what's called the GLIDELOCK clasp,but,they are different from each other!!! The newer subs glidelock can only be adjusted from underneath the buckle and has a total adjustment of 21mm and no longer an extension link!!! So 21mm is the total adjustment!! The DSSD glidelock adjustment can be accessed from the top(whist wearing) and has an adjustment of 18mm, + also has a divers foldout extension link like the old SD and Subs for a further 26mm adjustment!!(total of 44mm,the larger adjustment is for thicker divesuits needed at extreme depths!) Why Rolex named it the Glidelock for both is obvious although a little variation on both models..Hope that clears things up a little!!! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

21 March 2010, 10:14 AM	#29
rfknauss 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,496	Rob, great explanation ........ that clears it up for me! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

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