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jm7565 · 1 March 2010, 06:05 AM

Hey guys,

I finally got a GMT IIc and I love it!..but being a little new to this I just wanted to ask a quick question.

I noticed the screw heads on the bracelet were a slightly burred after the AD sized the bracelet. Is this normal or am I being silly by letting this bug me?

Thanks

Jim

The GMT Master · 1 March 2010, 06:08 AM

Welcome to the forum Jim

It's always difficult getting the screws out, especially as they're glued in place with loctite. So, sometimes some marks can be left on the screw. Won't affect the security of the bracelet though - I'd be much more concerned if the bracelet/case was scratched

nc42acc · 1 March 2010, 06:09 AM

I think this typically happens when someone inexperienced does the sizing with an incorrect sized jewelers screwdriver.

Balboa · 1 March 2010, 06:24 AM

If a proper size, good quality screwdriver and proper technique are used, the screws should not be marked.

All the people who work at a jewelry store, including your Rolex AD, are not necessarily qualified or experienced at this fairly basic simple task.

Mark

jm7565 · 1 March 2010, 06:30 AM

So do you guys think I should go back and demand they put some new ones in / do it properly or just take it to RSC in London and stomach the cost (how much would new ones be?) or am I being stupid?

Jim

MikeJaye · 1 March 2010, 06:59 AM

Personally I wouldn't bother, the bracelet is sized to fit you now so you're not really going to need to unscrew the screws in the links anymore. Just enjoy the watch.

Mike

jamesworthy52 · 1 March 2010, 07:03 AM

A picture of the screws would help, but I don't think it would bother me. I would just enjoy the watch.

hhh007 · 1 March 2010, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Balboa

If a proper size, good quality screwdriver and proper technique are used, the screws should not be marked.

All the people who work at a jewelry store, including your Rolex AD, are not necessarily qualified or experienced at this fairly basic simple task.

Mark

Exactly! I would have the burred screws replaced if it was me, especially if it's a brand new watch.

Tools · 1 March 2010, 08:04 AM

If you need to use a loupe to see the burrs, then you may be a bit obsessive.........

If it is obvious and they are badly damaged, new screws should be fitted..

JEC · 1 March 2010, 09:51 AM

Some things -

One, most ADs don't even have the right screwdrivers on hand. At our shop we had to grind a flathead down until it matched the screw perfectly without any slack. Sometimes the loctite holds them so tight it can be difficult to extract them without leaving some kind of mark. So please, forgive them if they occasionally nick them. I've never done it on a client's watch, but I did do it on my own bracelet, if it makes you feel any better.

Two, it's made of metal, not diamond. It can be smoothed out and polished back to as-new condition in minutes if you bring it to a goldsmith and ask them nicely.

Three, Rolex is always willing to provide a free screw or two if there are issues, particularly if you lose one (as in it falls out of the bracelet). Ask nicely.

Four, and most importantly, if they sized the bracelet, then you have extra screws. Just have them swap the burred one for a good spare. Ask nicely.

AndersB · 1 March 2010, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamesworthy52

A picture of the screws would help

x2

DRAWTOOL · 1 March 2010, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

If you need to use a loupe to see the burrs, then you may be a bit obsessive.........

If it is obvious and they are badly damaged, new screws should be fitted..

Ahh, the voice of reason.

1 March 2010, 06:05 AM	#1
jm7565 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: UK Posts: 5	First post - Bracelet screw question Hey guys, I finally got a GMT IIc and I love it!..but being a little new to this I just wanted to ask a quick question. I noticed the screw heads on the bracelet were a slightly burred after the AD sized the bracelet. Is this normal or am I being silly by letting this bug me? Thanks Jim

1 March 2010, 08:04 AM	#9
Tools TRF Moderator & 2025 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,609	If you need to use a loupe to see the burrs, then you may be a bit obsessive......... If it is obvious and they are badly damaged, new screws should be fitted.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

1 March 2010, 06:08 AM	#2
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,151	Welcome to the forum Jim It's always difficult getting the screws out, especially as they're glued in place with loctite. So, sometimes some marks can be left on the screw. Won't affect the security of the bracelet though - I'd be much more concerned if the bracelet/case was scratched

1 March 2010, 06:09 AM	#3
nc42acc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Marty Location: North Carolina Watch: out!!!!! Posts: 502	I think this typically happens when someone inexperienced does the sizing with an incorrect sized jewelers screwdriver.

1 March 2010, 06:24 AM	#4
Balboa Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SoCal OC U.S.A. Posts: 342	If a proper size, good quality screwdriver and proper technique are used, the screws should not be marked. All the people who work at a jewelry store, including your Rolex AD, are not necessarily qualified or experienced at this fairly basic simple task. Mark

1 March 2010, 06:30 AM	#5
jm7565 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: UK Posts: 5	So do you guys think I should go back and demand they put some new ones in / do it properly or just take it to RSC in London and stomach the cost (how much would new ones be?) or am I being stupid? Jim

1 March 2010, 06:59 AM	#6
MikeJaye Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London Posts: 675	Personally I wouldn't bother, the bracelet is sized to fit you now so you're not really going to need to unscrew the screws in the links anymore. Just enjoy the watch. Mike

1 March 2010, 07:03 AM	#7
jamesworthy52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: Florida Posts: 333	A picture of the screws would help, but I don't think it would bother me. I would just enjoy the watch.

1 March 2010, 09:51 AM	#10
JEC Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: J. Location: Montreal Watch: Speedmaster Pro Posts: 232	Some things - One, most ADs don't even have the right screwdrivers on hand. At our shop we had to grind a flathead down until it matched the screw perfectly without any slack. Sometimes the loctite holds them so tight it can be difficult to extract them without leaving some kind of mark. So please, forgive them if they occasionally nick them. I've never done it on a client's watch, but I did do it on my own bracelet, if it makes you feel any better. Two, it's made of metal, not diamond. It can be smoothed out and polished back to as-new condition in minutes if you bring it to a goldsmith and ask them nicely. Three, Rolex is always willing to provide a free screw or two if there are issues, particularly if you lose one (as in it falls out of the bracelet). Ask nicely. Four, and most importantly, if they sized the bracelet, then you have extra screws. Just have them swap the burred one for a good spare. Ask nicely.

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