Replacing bracelet on Oysterdate?

[knite]

I have a Stainless Oysterdate 6694 from 1962. The bracelet is pretty beat up, and my RSC just quoted me $1050 to replace it!

I'm new to online Rolex resources, so I'm hoping you guys can point me in the right direction for sourcing a replacement bracelet.

Which website(s) carry Rolex bracelets at reasonable prices?

Does anyone have a trusted local watch guy who might carry this bracelet? Bonus points if they're in either SF or Chicago.

In the case that an exact matching bracelet can't be found, which other models have compatible bracelets (both style and size/connection)?

Failing that, are there any crazier options available, like replacing the most damaged links individually?

Thanks for your help!

[Sparkle_zo]

Go throught the unofficial Rolex band restoration thread http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=276849
Lot's of great info there!

[knite]

Originally Posted by Sparkle_zo

Go throught the unofficial Rolex band restoration thread http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=276849
Lot's of great info there!

Thanks for the tip! Looks like that's one company in Hong Kong that refurbs bracelets.

Does this mean my only options are a new part from Rolex or a repair in HK?

[Tools]

Originally Posted by knite

I have a Stainless Oysterdate 6694 from 1962. The bracelet is pretty beat up, and my RSC just quoted me $1050 to replace it!

I'm new to online Rolex resources, so I'm hoping you guys can point me in the right direction for sourcing a replacement bracelet.

Which website(s) carry Rolex bracelets at reasonable prices?

. . . !

There is no legitimate on-line sales site for authentic Rolex parts.. Rolex does not do anything on the web..