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SubDate · 20 August 2024, 09:08 AM

Hello all,

Own a 41mm Sub Date. Going to start making my own bracelet adjustments. 2 questions:

Best screwdriver size / brand?
Which Loctite is the correct for the screws?

Thanks in advance!

Easy E · 20 August 2024, 09:19 AM

Tons of options out there for less, but these two are nice.

https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-sc...tips-included/

https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-ge...djusting-tool/

enjoythemusic · 20 August 2024, 09:30 AM

My wife suggests Grey Goose

subtona · 20 August 2024, 09:45 AM

Rolex 2100 tool.

Perfect for the job.

OEM is Hard to find but there are a couple of manufacturers producing the copies of the OEM tool typically in green (vs the stock silver/gray)

The 2100 tool or copy is Really the best option.
The first one is finished better and more closely matches the Rolex OEM tool. I have all 3.

https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-ge...SAAEgJR2fD_BwE

https://mccawcompany.com/product/hor...ex-submariner/

SubDate · 20 August 2024, 10:41 AM

Thanks all very appreciated!

THC · 20 August 2024, 10:50 AM

A Vodka and OJ

CarlOver · 20 August 2024, 11:18 AM

Stay away from watchscrewdrivers.com. It’s a scam site. Who would have thought that the watch screwdriver industry is so big.

ec51 · 20 August 2024, 12:22 PM

Purple loctite 222. For oyster link adjustments, I would recommend a hollow ground flat head. Check out the Panerai screwdriver. Swiss built and you can find on eBay.

911cz · 20 August 2024, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SubDate

Hello all,

Own a 41mm Sub Date. Going to start making my own bracelet adjustments. 2 questions:

Best screwdriver size / brand?
Which Loctite is the correct for the screws?

Thanks in advance!

I like to use Bergeron size 1.4 for Oyster bracelet.

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rianosha · 20 August 2024, 03:21 PM

I just used a Burgeon 1.6mm to change my submariner oyster bracelet over to a rubber b strap.

KatGirl · 20 August 2024, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 911cz

I like to use Bergeron size 1.4 for Oyster bracelet.

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1.4 is for the jubilee. 1.6 is for Oyster.

Kat

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subtona · 21 August 2024, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Rolex 2100 tool.

Perfect for the job.

OEM is Hard to find but there are a couple of manufacturers producing the copies of the OEM tool typically in green (vs the stock silver/gray)

The 2100 tool or copy is Really the best option.
The first one is finished better and more closely matches the Rolex OEM tool. I have all 3.

https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-ge...SAAEgJR2fD_BwE

https://mccawcompany.com/product/hor...ex-submariner/

Not trying to sound like and ass on purpose but the above is the final answer.

Ordinary alternatives from burgeon or whoever without hollow grind and tip that fills the slot (thickness)will damage the screw heads every time.

Loctite 221 or 222 will work.

padi56 · 21 August 2024, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Not trying to sound like and ass on purpose but the above is the final answer.

Ordinary alternatives from burgeon or whoever without hollow grind and tip that fills the slot (thickness)will damage the screw heads every time.

Loctite 221 or 222 will work.

Have agree but with any tool no matter the make it's only as good as the person using it.

swils8610 · 21 August 2024, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KatGirl

1.4 is for the jubilee. 1.6 is for Oyster.

Kat

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That’s exactly what I have

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Feh · 22 August 2024, 04:26 AM

This Bergeon has worked well for me.

Jake Sully · 22 August 2024, 08:56 PM

Been using this one for many years. Has a nice hollow ground blade so it stays in the slot without distorting the screw head.

https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-sc...tips-included/

SS Oyster · 23 August 2024, 04:21 AM

Best for Oyster I’ve found is one that came in kit with SD 16600. I have the Swiss kit, but don’t find them as good as Rolex original.

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subtona · 23 August 2024, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS Oyster

Best for Oyster I’ve found is one that came in kit with SD 16600. I have the Swiss kit, but don’t find them as good as Rolex original.

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That is the 2100

JayW3 · 24 August 2024, 12:41 AM

Good information. Thank you

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subtona · 1 September 2024, 05:25 AM

Just got another tool that is similar to the rolex 2100 tool.

This one unlike the rest, is made of stainless steel (typically there have been made of aluminum) it is a bit heavier than the rest.

Text Seems to be taking the piss out of rolex ADs lack of stock.

Finishing is nice.

RoIIie · 1 September 2024, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Rolex 2100 tool.

Perfect for the job.

OEM is Hard to find but there are a couple of manufacturers producing the copies of the OEM tool typically in green (vs the stock silver/gray)

The 2100 tool or copy is Really the best option.
The first one is finished better and more closely matches the Rolex OEM tool. I have all 3.

https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-ge...SAAEgJR2fD_BwE

https://mccawcompany.com/product/hor...ex-submariner/

it’s a shame i can not purchase these in the UK

TikTok · 1 September 2024, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoIIie

it’s a shame i can not purchase these in the UK

Cousins have Bergeon hollow ground/parallel tips in stock.
They will fit a Burgeon screwdriver body of the appropriate size

subtona · 1 September 2024, 06:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoIIie

it’s a shame i can not purchase these in the UK

https://www.ebay.com/itm/404870394470

Jocke · 1 September 2024, 06:15 AM

Here is something I have put together when it comes to Rolex and screwdrivers.

Click here to find out

subtona · 1 September 2024, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

Here is something I have put together when it comes to Rolex and screwdrivers.
Click here to find out

Thanks for the visuals jocke. Spot on

A picture is worth a thousand words… a picture by jocke is worth more:)

RoIIie · 1 September 2024, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

https://www.ebay.com/itm/404870394470

do you know get a tip for jubilee bracelet as well?

what spring tool would you recommend?

RoIIie · 1 September 2024, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TikTok

Cousins have Bergeon hollow ground/parallel tips in stock.
They will fit a Burgeon screwdriver body of the appropriate size

thanks for sharing, are these the right ones?

https://www.cousinsuk.com/product/be...ess-steel-7895

S.Explorer · 1 September 2024, 07:02 AM

In the UK, other options include the Panerai 1.6mm screwdriver and Victorinox 30411 (A.3643) mini screwdriver. Both have hollow ground tips.

RoIIie · 1 September 2024, 07:07 AM

what is the correct size tip for oyster and also jubilee bracelets?

RoIIie · 1 September 2024, 07:08 AM

my bad, read above.

1.4 jubilee and 1.6 for oyster.

20 August 2024, 09:08 AM	#1
SubDate "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2023 Location: New Hampshire USA Watch: 126610LN Posts: 129	Best screwdriver for Rolex bracelet? Hello all, Own a 41mm Sub Date. Going to start making my own bracelet adjustments. 2 questions: Best screwdriver size / brand? Which Loctite is the correct for the screws? Thanks in advance!

20 August 2024, 09:30 AM	#3
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20 August 2024, 09:45 AM	#4
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,413	Rolex 2100 tool. Perfect for the job. OEM is Hard to find but there are a couple of manufacturers producing the copies of the OEM tool typically in green (vs the stock silver/gray) The 2100 tool or copy is Really the best option. The first one is finished better and more closely matches the Rolex OEM tool. I have all 3. https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-ge...SAAEgJR2fD_BwE https://mccawcompany.com/product/hor...ex-submariner/ __________________

1 September 2024, 06:15 AM	#24
Jocke 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	Here is something I have put together when it comes to Rolex and screwdrivers. Click here to find out __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

20 August 2024, 09:19 AM	#2
Easy E 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 4,989	Tons of options out there for less, but these two are nice. https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-sc...tips-included/ https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-ge...djusting-tool/

20 August 2024, 10:41 AM	#5
SubDate "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2023 Location: New Hampshire USA Watch: 126610LN Posts: 129	Thanks all very appreciated!

20 August 2024, 10:50 AM	#6
THC 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,648	A Vodka and OJ

20 August 2024, 11:18 AM	#7
CarlOver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: US Posts: 2,170	Stay away from watchscrewdrivers.com. It’s a scam site. Who would have thought that the watch screwdriver industry is so big.

20 August 2024, 12:22 PM	#8
ec51 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: NY Watch: 14060M Posts: 1,642	Purple loctite 222. For oyster link adjustments, I would recommend a hollow ground flat head. Check out the Panerai screwdriver. Swiss built and you can find on eBay.

20 August 2024, 03:21 PM	#10
rianosha "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: belfast Posts: 12	I just used a Burgeon 1.6mm to change my submariner oyster bracelet over to a rubber b strap.

22 August 2024, 04:26 AM	#15
Feh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Illinois Posts: 110	This Bergeon has worked well for me.

22 August 2024, 08:56 PM	#16
Jake Sully "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Kentucky Posts: 60	Been using this one for many years. Has a nice hollow ground blade so it stays in the slot without distorting the screw head. https://www.esslinger.com/horofix-sc...tips-included/

23 August 2024, 04:21 AM	#17
SS Oyster 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,127	Best for Oyster I’ve found is one that came in kit with SD 16600. I have the Swiss kit, but don’t find them as good as Rolex original. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 August 2024, 12:41 AM	#19
JayW3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2024 Location: USA Posts: 21	Good information. Thank you Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 September 2024, 07:02 AM	#28
S.Explorer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: United Kingdom Watch: Rollie Posts: 787	In the UK, other options include the Panerai 1.6mm screwdriver and Victorinox 30411 (A.3643) mini screwdriver. Both have hollow ground tips.

1 September 2024, 07:07 AM	#29
RoIIie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: UK Posts: 118	what is the correct size tip for oyster and also jubilee bracelets?

1 September 2024, 07:08 AM	#30
RoIIie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: UK Posts: 118	my bad, read above. 1.4 jubilee and 1.6 for oyster.

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