Removing rolex sub bezel

[m12kop]

Hi, is removing the bezel on a sub to clean behind a easy job or is it best left alone?

[Vipers]

Leave it

[bry1975]

Hi chap,

If the bezel is gritty providing she's still water resistant run the watch under warm water and rotate the bezel.

[m12kop]

Its not gritty but doesnt have a positive ratchet feel like it should do.

[Vipers]

Mine is so old, it doesn't have a rathchet.

[m12kop]

Is this what they go like? mines a 2002 model, dont ever need to use the bezel but like things right.

[bry1975]

Didn't the old Rolex Subs use a friction bezel so no ratcheting function? Don't overuse the ratchet bezels as they eventually fatigue and need servicing.

Edited by bry1975 on Saturday 9th October 22:27

[m12kop]

The only time i ever move it is when i notice its not at 12 oclock, then i move it around to align, maybe 20 times in 8 years.

[bry1975]

That's what you need chap!

[m12kop]

Thanks for all your help, i'll give it a go at the weekend, cheers, jason.