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Hotspur · 22 March 2010, 06:42 AM

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

Lol-x · 22 March 2010, 11:21 AM

It might be that the links need a little lubrication, or that the endlinks need adjustment. Neither are big issues to fix, just take it to a trusted jeweller and they should sort it out in 5 minutes (or less).

ParisDakarBmw · 22 March 2010, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

It might be that the links need a little lubrication, or that the endlinks need adjustment. Neither are big issues to fix, just take it to a trusted jeweller and they should sort it out in 5 minutes (or less).

X2, also look at how loose you are wearing it.

Poom · 22 March 2010, 11:35 AM

I hv the same squeaky sound with my Daytona too. thought that it might be too new.

ersnyder · 22 March 2010, 11:38 AM

Hop in the shower (yes, the DSSD can take it!) and soap up, rinse, repeat. Squeak will be gone!

DBetts · 22 March 2010, 01:30 PM

So funny - I noticed the bracelet squeeking today on my newly purchased DSSD. I will try the soap and shower fix and if not succesful get a lube job at any local AD

stalkerman · 14 January 2011, 08:41 PM

Arrived here after googling "Squeaky Rolex Bracelet" and glad to see that I'm not alone in receiving a pet mouse with DSSD! Squeaks like mad.

Took it back to my AD who said "our watch technician is on holiday, bring it back in 2 weeks!" Great service.

Are you sure the DSSD will survive a splash in the shower

I'm guessing 90% of them won't even be subjected to that level of soaking.

OK, I'll take mine into the shower and see how it fares, but starting to think I'll miss my mouse when it dies.

Thanks for the pointers.

stalkerman · 17 January 2011, 07:51 AM

Took it for a 30 minute swim yesterday in the pool, still squeaking! In fact I think it's got worse.

Actually it's starting to annoy me now! I expect better from Rolex. This simply should not happen

ddnyc77 · 17 January 2011, 10:07 AM

my lv i just bought is squeaking too. My 14060m squeaked for a while, maybe a week then stopped. I assume my new lv and your new sea dweller will stop too.

Mystro · 17 January 2011, 10:17 AM

My serti Sub did that when new. It eventually went away. I noticed it in the car when driving and was kinda embarrassed my expensive Rolex sounded like a dash squeak.

hanybad · 17 January 2011, 10:25 AM

It happend with my 2010 daytona and I took it to rolex Canada and I was told the reason was the inner tubes inside the band by the end link and it shuold be ok after a few weeks of wear and now it's gone.

RX0-Unicorn · 2 April 2012, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ddnyc77

my lv i just bought is squeaking too. My 14060m squeaked for a while, maybe a week then stopped. I assume my new lv and your new sea dweller will stop too.

My LV has been squeaking for almost a month.

Sub'erman · 17 January 2011, 10:15 AM

So did mine.
No problem. It stops after a couple of weeks...

watchwatcher · 17 January 2011, 10:27 AM

Soap and water, seriously. That's all you need to do. Works for me everytime.

ffighter556 · 17 January 2011, 10:52 AM

Loctite can do this also, there is less tolerance in the links and bind much easier causing a squeak

Z-Sub · 17 January 2011, 03:37 PM

I had the same issue with my Milgauss GV. My AD tried to clean it as well with ultrasonic cleaner and it did not work. I sent it back to RSC and don't know what they did but never had the noise again.

dsio · 17 January 2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Z-Sub

I had the same issue with my Milgauss GV. My AD tried to clean it as well with ultrasonic cleaner and it did not work. I sent it back to RSC and don't know what they did but never had the noise again.

Somewhere at RSC there's probably an office cat with several Oysters attached to it de-squeaking the bracelets while it chases a laser pointer.

Eric88 · 17 January 2011, 04:43 PM

This is a popular topic and is a characteristic of new Rolex watches.

Read all about it here, unveiled via super secret advanced search methodology available for free.

I'm happy to report that my 3+ month old Sub-C bracelet is no longer squeaking and it required no special treatment.

stalkerman · 17 January 2011, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric88

Read all about it here, unveiled via super secret advanced search methodology available for free.

It was the super secret search methodology that landed me on this page!

I understand from above what needs to be done to make the squeak disappear, I just think it should NOT happen in the first place - poor!

Picture the scene. You pick up your new Bentley from the garage. You're driving along the first mile and you notice and incredibly annoying squeak from the dashboard. You are then told "Ahh, a lot of them do that! When you get home give you dashboard a good wash with soap and water! Oh, and if that doesn't fix it, it should disappear in a couple of months anyway. Happy Driving!"

I think not.

There's enough comments on various threads about squeaky bracelets to see this isn't an isolated incident and Rolex really should do something about it.

indeuce · 15 February 2011, 03:24 AM

I just picked up my brand new rolex 116000 on Saturday and noticed that the bracelet was kind of squeaky. I'm not new to higher end watches but I am new to Rolex and I have never had a squeaky bracelet before. It's actually quite disconcerting. I'm glad this forum is here and I do feel better that I am not alone and this happens to be just a Rolex "thing". Whew!!

MortgageGuy · 15 February 2011, 03:39 AM

Well I am the odd ball here because I love the squeaky Rolex bracelet... This simply means you have a BRAND SPANKING NEW ROLEX on your wrist

It is like the new car smell, once is is gone it is VERY EXPENSIVE to get back

Wear and Enjoy your watch in good health as everyone has mentioned it will go away in time with wear

gqllc · 15 February 2011, 03:57 AM

The natural oils from your skin will lubricate the band in time.

siewmaiwatch · 30 November 2011, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

Well I am the odd ball here because I love the squeaky Rolex bracelet... This simply means you have a BRAND SPANKING NEW ROLEX on your wrist

It is like the new car smell, once is is gone it is VERY EXPENSIVE to get back

Wear and Enjoy your watch in good health as everyone has mentioned it will go away in time with wear

azguy · 30 November 2011, 03:04 AM

The more you wear it, the quicker the noise will go away

Gold Crown · 11 November 2016, 08:45 AM

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.

Sublover2166 · 11 November 2016, 10:06 AM

Quote:

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.

B. Doggy · 15 February 2011, 08:21 AM

It's normal..

rad87gn · 15 February 2011, 08:31 AM

Calgon Bath - Take me away! Take a bath with your Rolex on. It will help relax you and may help out with the bracelet noise. Rolex bracelets are made with extreme close tolerances.

Fiery · 15 February 2011, 08:34 AM

Soap and warm water worked for me. Most of the squeaks went away by that bath, and the rest (really quiet squeaking) is getting less and less noticable every day I wear the watch.

Sub'erman · 15 February 2011, 09:07 AM

Quote:

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

It's normal! It stops!
My 116613 did it! My new 116610 does it...
Don't worry about it!!

22 March 2010, 06:42 AM	#1
Hotspur "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: England Posts: 8	Squeaky Bracelet!! 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

22 March 2010, 11:21 AM	#2
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,555	It might be that the links need a little lubrication, or that the endlinks need adjustment. Neither are big issues to fix, just take it to a trusted jeweller and they should sort it out in 5 minutes (or less). __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

22 March 2010, 11:35 AM	#4
Poom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 349	I hv the same squeaky sound with my Daytona too. thought that it might be too new. __________________ Watch is all around! I love the crown of achievement!

17 January 2011, 10:15 AM	#13
Sub'erman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: SK Location: Greenland Watch: Various SUBs Posts: 473	So did mine. No problem. It stops after a couple of weeks... __________________ Founder and CEO of the "BLUME" Club Rolex ref: 14060 - 92', 16600- 06', 116610LN 11' In Da House!! He who only loves one woman and one watch, doesn't truly love women or watches!! "Not all that is countable, counts; and not all that counts, is countable"

17 January 2011, 03:37 PM	#16
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	I had the same issue with my Milgauss GV. My AD tried to clean it as well with ultrasonic cleaner and it did not work. I sent it back to RSC and don't know what they did but never had the noise again. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

22 March 2010, 11:38 AM	#5
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Hop in the shower (yes, the DSSD can take it!) and soap up, rinse, repeat. Squeak will be gone!

22 March 2010, 01:30 PM	#6
DBetts Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: california Posts: 24	So funny - I noticed the bracelet squeeking today on my newly purchased DSSD. I will try the soap and shower fix and if not succesful get a lube job at any local AD

14 January 2011, 08:41 PM	#7
stalkerman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Gary Location: Scotland Watch: DSSD 166600 Posts: 27	Arrived here after googling "Squeaky Rolex Bracelet" and glad to see that I'm not alone in receiving a pet mouse with DSSD! Squeaks like mad. Took it back to my AD who said "our watch technician is on holiday, bring it back in 2 weeks!" Great service. Are you sure the DSSD will survive a splash in the shower I'm guessing 90% of them won't even be subjected to that level of soaking. OK, I'll take mine into the shower and see how it fares, but starting to think I'll miss my mouse when it dies. Thanks for the pointers.

17 January 2011, 07:51 AM	#8
stalkerman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Gary Location: Scotland Watch: DSSD 166600 Posts: 27	Took it for a 30 minute swim yesterday in the pool, still squeaking! In fact I think it's got worse. Actually it's starting to annoy me now! I expect better from Rolex. This simply should not happen

17 January 2011, 10:07 AM	#9
ddnyc77 Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: nyc Posts: 425	my lv i just bought is squeaking too. My 14060m squeaked for a while, maybe a week then stopped. I assume my new lv and your new sea dweller will stop too.

17 January 2011, 10:17 AM	#10
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,468	My serti Sub did that when new. It eventually went away. I noticed it in the car when driving and was kinda embarrassed my expensive Rolex sounded like a dash squeak.

17 January 2011, 10:25 AM	#11
hanybad "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Hany Location: Canada Watch: 116523,116710,5513 Posts: 529	It happend with my 2010 daytona and I took it to rolex Canada and I was told the reason was the inner tubes inside the band by the end link and it shuold be ok after a few weeks of wear and now it's gone.

17 January 2011, 10:27 AM	#14
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,002	Soap and water, seriously. That's all you need to do. Works for me everytime.

17 January 2011, 10:52 AM	#15
ffighter556 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: USA Watch: 16610LV Posts: 841	Loctite can do this also, there is less tolerance in the links and bind much easier causing a squeak

17 January 2011, 04:43 PM	#18
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,241	This is a popular topic and is a characteristic of new Rolex watches. Read all about it here, unveiled via super secret advanced search methodology available for free. I'm happy to report that my 3+ month old Sub-C bracelet is no longer squeaking and it required no special treatment.

15 February 2011, 03:24 AM	#20
indeuce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: SF Bay Area, Ca. Posts: 127	I just picked up my brand new rolex 116000 on Saturday and noticed that the bracelet was kind of squeaky. I'm not new to higher end watches but I am new to Rolex and I have never had a squeaky bracelet before. It's actually quite disconcerting. I'm glad this forum is here and I do feel better that I am not alone and this happens to be just a Rolex "thing". Whew!!

15 February 2011, 03:39 AM	#21
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Well I am the odd ball here because I love the squeaky Rolex bracelet... This simply means you have a BRAND SPANKING NEW ROLEX on your wrist It is like the new car smell, once is is gone it is VERY EXPENSIVE to get back Wear and Enjoy your watch in good health as everyone has mentioned it will go away in time with wear __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

15 February 2011, 03:57 AM	#22
gqllc "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: Albany NY Watch: Blue Bezel SubC Posts: 1,511	The natural oils from your skin will lubricate the band in time. __________________ K-TT Datejust, Random Blue Bezel SubC

30 November 2011, 03:04 AM	#24
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	The more you wear it, the quicker the noise will go away

11 November 2016, 08:45 AM	#25
Gold Crown Banned Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Ross Location: Chicago Area Watch: 6265 18K Daytona Posts: 928	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.

15 February 2011, 08:21 AM	#27
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	It's normal.. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

15 February 2011, 08:31 AM	#28
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	Calgon Bath - Take me away! Take a bath with your Rolex on. It will help relax you and may help out with the bracelet noise. Rolex bracelets are made with extreme close tolerances. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

15 February 2011, 08:34 AM	#29
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	Soap and warm water worked for me. Most of the squeaks went away by that bath, and the rest (really quiet squeaking) is getting less and less noticable every day I wear the watch.

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