Rolex – Full Sized Link Installation Guide
Tools Required
- Oyster bracelet: 1.6 mm flat-blade watchmaker’s screwdriver
- Jubilee bracelet: 1.4 mm flat-blade watchmaker’s screwdriver
- (Optional) Purple Loctite 222 low-strength threadlocker — may help secure the screw, but avoid excess as it can make future removal difficult.
Installation Steps
Decide where to add the link
For the most balanced fit, add the link on the 6 o’clock side (bottom of the bracelet when worn) if you need more length, or split additions evenly on both sides of the clasp.
Remove the bracelet screw
- Identify the link where the new link will be added.
- Seat the correct screwdriver fully in the screw slot and turn counter-clockwise to remove the screw.
Carefully separate the link.
Install the Steel Reef full link
- Position the full link between the open ends of the bracelet.
- (Optional) Apply a very small drop of Loctite 222 to the screw threads.
Insert the screw and tighten clockwise until snug — do not overtighten.
Final check
- Ensure the link articulates smoothly and the screw head sits flush.
- Try the watch on to confirm the fit; adjust by moving the bracelet along the clasp’s micro-adjustment holes if needed.