Opposite side of Oyster FlipLock loose, get's caught in things

[yarcom]

Hey all! I am relatively new in the watch world, and purchased an Explorer2 16570 (from 1995) less than a year ago. Love everything about it besides the clasp. It has a 93150/501B bracelet, and the opposite side of the FlipLock does't attach to the watch leaving a gap that always get's caught onto things.

Is this something that I would need to fix? Or is this normal with the older oyster bracelets? If this is normal, considering flipping the watch for a model with a newer bracelet.

One solution I found that might help, but I am uncertain of, was removing the diver extension. But after reading a bit, I found that the only way I can take that out is if I replace it with a special link (32-20685). That's quite the chore to find, and would want to avoid that solution.

Any tips greatly appreciated!!