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sheldonsmith · 28 May 2012, 03:21 PM

The new Explorer II model 216570 debuted at the Basel 2011 show, but the watch was missing one item to make it the perfect watch, and that piece was the GlideLock clasp normally outfitted on the Rolex Submariners.

Voilà, a GlideLock clasp on my Explorer II. The Glidelock clasp should be standard on the Explorer II, but unfortunately the only way to pimp this watch was to source the GlideLock clasp separately.

The great thing about the GlideLock Extension System is that it enables easy adjustments in 2mm increments and offers a total extension of up to 20mm, long enough to fit over a 3mm wetsuit, or on the outside of a long sleeve shirt or thin jacket.

I have more comparison picts of the clasps and a small write-up here.

With the GlideLock clasp, the watch is now perfect.

-Sheldon

acce1999 · 28 May 2012, 04:26 PM

Nice write-up (as usual)!

The GlideLock should be an option for the Explorer II, just as the 93150 was an option during the 1980's and 1990's.

As a matter of fact, it should be an option for all professional models...

Best,

A

Hairdude1 · 28 May 2012, 04:35 PM

Agreed with above!

Psmith · 28 May 2012, 06:07 PM

Great work, and write-up, Sheldon

Now, if only Rolex had fitted a Triplock crown to this watch...

But the larger Twinlock is nice enough

myjianrong · 28 May 2012, 06:14 PM

Is it possible to ask the GlideLock clasp when puchase new Explorer II? how to get this glidelock seperately? will rolex AD sell?

Genevapics · 28 May 2012, 11:46 PM

Very nice work, Sheldon. Enjoy.

nauticajoe · 28 May 2012, 11:49 PM

Nice job.

taskitan · 28 May 2012, 11:54 PM

Can I fit this to my 93150 bracelet?

Absolutely love what you've done by the way.

STEELINOX · 29 May 2012, 12:03 AM

Nice one Sheldon, it is now complete !

Speed · 29 May 2012, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by myjianrong

Is it possible to ask the GlideLock clasp when puchase new Explorer II? how to get this glidelock seperately? will rolex AD sell?

You can always ask...doubt an AD woulds swap.

You need to have a source...may be easier to buy at a non US RSC

wardman · 29 May 2012, 12:11 AM

Interesting comparison of the two clasps too side by side

I've been working on sizing my glidelock on a Sub-c and have to keep remiding myself that the clasp itself is longer, and sits more to the 12 o'clock side as oppoes to the buckle portion being any different than my former Explorer. What that means is that centering the clasp on the underside of your wrist is less precise from a looks perspective, and more important on the top of your wrsit from your viewing angle.\

PS - post a request for a glidelock in the title and you'll get some private messages.

Puffy · 29 May 2012, 02:07 AM

Great write up Sheldon!

And the Glidelock should absolutely be an option for any model!!!!

wardman · 29 May 2012, 02:54 AM

Rolex Custom Shop - that's what they need!

Sub-c date with glidelock and no cyclops - all over it and would pay extra!!!

azguy · 29 May 2012, 02:59 AM

Extremely useful, thanks

w4rmk · 29 May 2012, 03:09 AM

Any recommendations on where to source the glidelock clasp?

28 May 2012, 03:21 PM	#1
sheldonsmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Member 202♛ Posts: 1,815	Explorer II with Glidelock; It's Cool! The new Explorer II model 216570 debuted at the Basel 2011 show, but the watch was missing one item to make it the perfect watch, and that piece was the GlideLock clasp normally outfitted on the Rolex Submariners. Voilà, a GlideLock clasp on my Explorer II. The Glidelock clasp should be standard on the Explorer II, but unfortunately the only way to pimp this watch was to source the GlideLock clasp separately. The great thing about the GlideLock Extension System is that it enables easy adjustments in 2mm increments and offers a total extension of up to 20mm, long enough to fit over a 3mm wetsuit, or on the outside of a long sleeve shirt or thin jacket. I have more comparison picts of the clasps and a small write-up here. With the GlideLock clasp, the watch is now perfect. -Sheldon __________________

28 May 2012, 06:07 PM	#4
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Great work, and write-up, Sheldon Now, if only Rolex had fitted a Triplock crown to this watch... But the larger Twinlock is nice enough __________________

28 May 2012, 11:46 PM	#6
Genevapics "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Andre Location: Delaware Watch: Submariner Posts: 296	Very nice work, Sheldon. Enjoy. __________________ *–Andre´*

29 May 2012, 12:03 AM	#9
STEELINOX 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,020	Nice one Sheldon, it is now complete ! __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

29 May 2012, 02:07 AM	#12
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Great write up Sheldon! And the Glidelock should absolutely be an option for any model!!!! __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

28 May 2012, 04:26 PM	#2
acce1999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: GMT+1 Posts: 2,711	Nice write-up (as usual)! The GlideLock should be an option for the Explorer II, just as the 93150 was an option during the 1980's and 1990's. As a matter of fact, it should be an option for all professional models... Best, A

28 May 2012, 04:35 PM	#3
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Agreed with above!

28 May 2012, 06:14 PM	#5
myjianrong "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Qatar, Singapore Posts: 72	Is it possible to ask the GlideLock clasp when puchase new Explorer II? how to get this glidelock seperately? will rolex AD sell?

28 May 2012, 11:49 PM	#7
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Nice job.

28 May 2012, 11:54 PM	#8
taskitan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NZ Posts: 26	Can I fit this to my 93150 bracelet? Absolutely love what you've done by the way.

29 May 2012, 12:11 AM	#11
wardman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: PA Watch: Sub-c date Posts: 192	Interesting comparison of the two clasps too side by side I've been working on sizing my glidelock on a Sub-c and have to keep remiding myself that the clasp itself is longer, and sits more to the 12 o'clock side as oppoes to the buckle portion being any different than my former Explorer. What that means is that centering the clasp on the underside of your wrist is less precise from a looks perspective, and more important on the top of your wrsit from your viewing angle.\ PS - post a request for a glidelock in the title and you'll get some private messages.

29 May 2012, 02:54 AM	#13
wardman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: PA Watch: Sub-c date Posts: 192	Rolex Custom Shop - that's what they need! Sub-c date with glidelock and no cyclops - all over it and would pay extra!!!

29 May 2012, 02:59 AM	#14
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Extremely useful, thanks

29 May 2012, 03:09 AM	#15
w4rmk Banned Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Richard Kloc Location: New York Watch: Deepsea D-Blue Posts: 250	Any recommendations on where to source the glidelock clasp?

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