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tkc324 · 19 November 2009, 01:27 PM

Any one know?
I have a datejust with lug holes.... and my watch kit's screw driver is slightly too big for it.

Tools · 19 November 2009, 02:31 PM

Most men's bracelets take a 1.6mm screwdriver...

jvo300 · 21 November 2009, 05:30 AM

I recently acquired an old jubilee and am frustrated. I've tried precision screwheads as small as 3/64 and it still doesn't do the job (I believe that is much smaller than 1.6mm). I don't see how a razorblade could even fit into the screw groove. Perhaps older bracelets are not really screws? I'm about to just call it a loss on this bracelet and look for a more modern super jubilee.

Balboa · 21 November 2009, 06:44 AM

Maybe some pictures would help us determine what you have. Screwdrivers from 1.2mm to 1.6mm should fit any Rolex bracelet screw.

Maybe you have a aftermarket bracelet with friction pins that are made to look somewhat like screws.

Mark

JJ Irani · 21 November 2009, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Balboa

Maybe some pictures would help us determine what you have. Screwdrivers from 1.2mm to 1.6mm should fit any Rolex bracelet screw.

Maybe you have a aftermarket bracelet with friction pins that are made to look somewhat like screws.

Mark

Any idea about the size of the screwdriver that comes with the SD?

JJ

PeterT · 22 November 2009, 06:11 PM

1.6mm I believe.

P.

tkc324 · 28 November 2009, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jvo300

I recently acquired an old jubilee and am frustrated. I've tried precision screwheads as small as 3/64 and it still doesn't do the job (I believe that is much smaller than 1.6mm). I don't see how a razorblade could even fit into the screw groove. Perhaps older bracelets are not really screws? I'm about to just call it a loss on this bracelet and look for a more modern super jubilee.

I agree... i measured it with a ruler... looks like the old jubilee bands are 1mm...

Tools · 28 November 2009, 11:48 AM

There is a tool made for stubborn screws.. It holds the bracelet sturdily, then the screwdriver blade is tightened into position in the slot with it's own threads, then the screw is "broken" loose with little possibility of slippage or damage... Although, sometimes the screw and link need to be destroyed to get things apart, and then replaced..

Check out Otto Frei ( Ofrei.com ) for watchmaker and bracelet tools..

jenu · 2 December 2009, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeterT

1.6mm I believe.

P.

Yes, 1.6 fits perfectly. I got mine from Ofrei.com by bergeon. Worked great, glad I waited for the right tool.

henerygale12 · 6 February 2010, 05:21 PM

Hello,

I think 1.5mm would be better.

Thanks

Regards
Henery Gale

dannyny · 19 April 2010, 08:41 AM

what size would i need for a v serial daytona bracelet?

19 November 2009, 01:27 PM	#1
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	what size screw driver to remove datejust link? Any one know? I have a datejust with lug holes.... and my watch kit's screw driver is slightly too big for it.

19 November 2009, 02:31 PM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,496	Most men's bracelets take a 1.6mm screwdriver... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

28 November 2009, 11:48 AM	#8
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,496	There is a tool made for stubborn screws.. It holds the bracelet sturdily, then the screwdriver blade is tightened into position in the slot with it's own threads, then the screw is "broken" loose with little possibility of slippage or damage... Although, sometimes the screw and link need to be destroyed to get things apart, and then replaced.. Check out Otto Frei ( Ofrei.com ) for watchmaker and bracelet tools.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

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henerygale12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: losangela Posts: 1	Hello, I think 1.5mm would be better. Thanks Regards Henery Gale Last edited by Tools; 19 April 2010 at 08:48 AM..

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21 November 2009, 05:30 AM	#3
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	I recently acquired an old jubilee and am frustrated. I've tried precision screwheads as small as 3/64 and it still doesn't do the job (I believe that is much smaller than 1.6mm). I don't see how a razorblade could even fit into the screw groove. Perhaps older bracelets are not really screws? I'm about to just call it a loss on this bracelet and look for a more modern super jubilee.

21 November 2009, 06:44 AM	#4
Balboa Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SoCal OC U.S.A. Posts: 342	Maybe some pictures would help us determine what you have. Screwdrivers from 1.2mm to 1.6mm should fit any Rolex bracelet screw. Maybe you have a aftermarket bracelet with friction pins that are made to look somewhat like screws. Mark

22 November 2009, 06:11 PM	#6
PeterT "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: England Watch: 16613 16710 16600 Posts: 1,021	1.6mm I believe. P.

19 April 2010, 08:41 AM	#11
dannyny Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: nyc Watch: Daytona Posts: 194	what size would i need for a v serial daytona bracelet?

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