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JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 05:33 AM

Hi guys,

When you buy a new Exp-II, you will notice that it comes with 13 links all up (does not include the 2 SELs).

However, for some unknown reason, Rolex supply the watch with a 7+6 arrangement which, in my opinion, is all cockeyed and gives the wearer an uncomfortable and de-centralised fit of the clasp on the wrist.

So you now have TWO options.....

Option 1: If you have a 7¼~7½" wrist, you will NOT need to take off any links; but just have one link transferred from the '6' side to the '12' side, giving you a new arrangement of 8+5 - i.e. 8 links on the '12' side and only 5 links on the '6' side.......like this!!

Option 2: If you do need to take off one link, then do so from the '6' side giving you a new configuration of 7+5.

Important: In any event, make sure there are only FIVE links on the '6' side - NO MORE.....and then you will get a perfectly centralsed clasp fit on your wrist like this!!

Good luck - JJ

mopsey · 24 October 2009, 05:37 AM

What if i need an extra link?

B Square · 24 October 2009, 05:39 AM

Ever think it might just be your wrist that's cockeyed

JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 05:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mopsey

What if i need an extra link?

Good question, Martin.......in that case add on the extra link to the '12' side to give you a new configuration of either 8+6 or 9+5......14 links either way since you'd be adding one to the original 13.

Now, since I've never ever had to ADD a link, I'm not sure which of the 2 above arrangements would work best for you - it would have to be on a trial and error basis and finally ensure that the clasp sits dead centre like mine does in the second picture.

JJ

JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 05:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B Square

Ever think it might just be your wrist that's cockeyed

How come I can never ever get in a serious post without some tosser butting in with a wiseass remark?

theloxmyth · 24 October 2009, 05:43 AM

I followed this advice, JJ.

Now, my life is happily balanced!

JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theloxmyth

I followed this advice, JJ.

Now, my life is happily balanced!

Another bloody wiseass tosser!

B Square · 24 October 2009, 05:46 AM

Mine does sit slightly off center. I will give it a try

theloxmyth · 24 October 2009, 05:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Another bloody wiseass tosser!

I was just aiming for the tosser's list!

Thanks a bunch!

train-time · 24 October 2009, 05:49 AM

JJ: you are right on point with this tip I set mine up like option #1 shortly after noticing the clasp was off center on my wrist. It works perfectly.

JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B Square

Mine does sit slightly off center. I will give it a try

You do that, Boyd......just bearing in mind that you keep only 5 links on the '6' side. Let me know how it goes.

Cheers - JJ

JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 05:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by train-time

JJ: you are right on point with this tip I set mine up like option #1 shortly after noticing the clasp was off center on my wrist. It works perfectly.

Great!!

Jocke · 24 October 2009, 06:04 AM

And when you are finished, just check it out with your index finger.

Jocke

JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

And when you are finished, just check it out with your index finger.

Jocke

Gerardus · 24 October 2009, 06:47 AM

JJ can not help it, but i like that photo hahahahaa
Have a nice weekend, greets Gerardus

meloncap78 · 24 October 2009, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

And when you are finished, just check it out with your index finger.

Jocke

DRAWTOOL · 24 October 2009, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

And when you are finished, just check it out with your index finger.

Jocke

I still think that's creepy and I still love it! And yes I love JJ too.

Submarino · 24 October 2009, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hi guys,

When you buy a new Exp-II, you will notice that it comes with 13 links all up (does not include the 2 SELs).

However, for some unknown reason, Rolex supply the watch with a 7+6 arrangement which, in my opinion, is all cockeyed and gives the wearer an uncomfortable and de-centralised fit of the clasp on the wrist.

So you now have TWO options.....

Option 1: If you have a 7¼~7½" wrist, you will NOT need to take off any links; but just have one link transferred from the '6' side to the '12' side, giving you a new arrangement of 8+5 - i.e. 8 links on the '12' side and only 5 links on the '6' side.......like this!!

Option 2: If you do need to take off one link, then do so from the '6' side giving you a new configuration of 7+5.

Important: In any event, make sure there are only FIVE links on the '6' side - NO MORE.....and then you will get a perfectly centralsed clasp fit on your wrist like this!!

Good luck - JJ

JJ Where can I get my degree on bracelets and clasps like yours?

I also hate when clasps are not center on the back of your wrist.

JBat · 24 October 2009, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

And when you are finished, just check it out with your index finger.

Jocke

LOL!

GerardoG · 24 October 2009, 10:51 AM

Great post JJ, but......where's your Expy?!?!????!

mcjp6 · 24 October 2009, 11:49 AM

Thanks JJ - its not rocket science but it is a great tip and works ok for other bracelets as well. I have set my 93150s to 5+7 and my subs now sit much better....

Lamone · 24 October 2009, 11:53 AM

Good thing I wear minr on a NATO.

sakuraba · 24 October 2009, 12:04 PM

JJ bought an Explorer II?

bodybump · 24 October 2009, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sakuraba

JJ bought an Explorer II?

thats what im about to ask too....

JJ Irani · 24 October 2009, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bodybump

thats what im about to ask too....

No guys......those are old pics of my former Exp-II. Just posted this thread to help out the guys who own one so they could get the bracelet fitting right and the clasp properly centralised.

JJ

24 October 2009, 05:37 AM	#2
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24 October 2009, 05:39 AM	#3
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24 October 2009, 05:43 AM	#6
theloxmyth 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NY Posts: 6,382	I followed this advice, JJ. Now, my life is happily balanced! __________________ Craig, The (I'm JUST a) Loxmyth. If I had only known, I would have been a locksmith. — Albert Einstein (1879-1955) TWO FACTOR AUTHENTICATION IS ENABLED.

24 October 2009, 05:46 AM	#8
B Square "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Boyd Location: NC Posts: 1,815	Mine does sit slightly off center. I will give it a try __________________ 16610M 16710Z Pepsi 16570V White

24 October 2009, 06:04 AM	#13
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24 October 2009, 05:33 AM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	An important & useful tip to all Exp-II owners!! Hi guys, When you buy a new Exp-II, you will notice that it comes with 13 links all up (does not include the 2 SELs). However, for some unknown reason, Rolex supply the watch with a 7+6 arrangement which, in my opinion, is all cockeyed and gives the wearer an uncomfortable and de-centralised fit of the clasp on the wrist. So you now have TWO options..... Option 1: If you have a 7¼~7½" wrist, you will NOT need to take off any links; but just have one link transferred from the '6' side to the '12' side, giving you a new arrangement of 8+5 - i.e. 8 links on the '12' side and only 5 links on the '6' side.......like this!! Option 2: If you do need to take off one link, then do so from the '6' side giving you a new configuration of 7+5. Important: In any event, make sure there are only FIVE links on the '6' side - NO MORE.....and then you will get a perfectly centralsed clasp fit on your wrist like this!! Good luck - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

24 October 2009, 05:49 AM	#10
train-time 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Plankton Location: US Watch: less Posts: 4,150	JJ: you are right on point with this tip I set mine up like option #1 shortly after noticing the clasp was off center on my wrist. It works perfectly.

24 October 2009, 06:47 AM	#15
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,129	JJ can not help it, but i like that photo hahahahaa Have a nice weekend, greets Gerardus __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

24 October 2009, 10:51 AM	#20
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Great post JJ, but......where's your Expy?!?!????!

24 October 2009, 11:49 AM	#21
mcjp6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: VK2 - AUS Watch: 5513s Posts: 7,380	Thanks JJ - its not rocket science but it is a great tip and works ok for other bracelets as well. I have set my 93150s to 5+7 and my subs now sit much better....

24 October 2009, 11:53 AM	#22
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	Good thing I wear minr on a NATO.

24 October 2009, 12:04 PM	#23
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	JJ bought an Explorer II? __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

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