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BEST FIX FOR STRIPPED SCREW??

levelmanroger

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Well, I finally got my DSSD V5 and it's a really nice one (as opposed to the last one I got).
HOWEVER - this one has a bracelet screw which just turns and turns and turns. :x
Luckily it came out in my winder case, and not on my wrist. So no harm and no lost screw.
What's the best way to remedy this? I have no extra screws as I wear Rolex wide open (8.5" wrist). I've heard LocTite, but will that work if the threads are not biting at all? If so, what's the best method of application?
Thanks guys!
 

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I would try some LocTide first put it around the thread and put the screw back in and let it sit for min of 12h. If you can move the screw, use some super glue on it. You also could use super glue right from the beginning. I use superglue on all of my Breitlings bezel screws when I get a new watch.

Looks like the Chinese still use a hammer once in a while to get a screw in... :D
 

RT

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HMM, they must use a hammer. I bought the same with the same problem,,stripped screws, maybe the same hammer user,,LOL. From Rolex2U They want me to ship back. I think I'll use the super glue and call it a day!
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea With Swiss ETA 2836 Movement-1:1 Ultimate Version
 

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If the watch is good then keep it and use super glue, do not send it back
 

hk45ca

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guru said:
If the watch is good then keep it and use super glue, do not send it back

+1

it works perfectly. i have done it many times.
 

levelmanroger

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SuperGlue it is, then. I'll go that route since I am out of LocTite at the moment.
I knew I could count on you guys for wisdom, insight, and experience.
Thanks!! :D