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Old 20 February 2008, 01:25 PM   #1
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Need Help with SS Datejust

I just bought my first Rolex 2 weeks ago....a 1996 Datejust SS silver dial on a jubilee bracelet. I have been to 2 different AD's looking at brand new Sub 16610 and GMT Master II's both coke and pepsi.....at the time I couldnt afford to buy the watch I really wanted so I thought the next best thing would be a SS Datejust.....my problem now is I have almost a 7 3/4" wrist and I cant even wear this Datejust.....the bracelet is too small. So I went on ebay and bought 2 jubilee links that are used Rolex links....well tonight I went to attempt to install the 2 new links and they dont fit in my bracelet right. They are just a tad bit small on the insides and the ends of the links are wider then my bracelet links....I notice on a jubilee bracelet every link steps down smaller and smaller....so is it even possible to add extra links to this bracelet? The 36mm case just looks too small on me and now im not even sure if i want to keep this watch....will AD's take trades for watches? It is my first Rolex and im not sure what to do....Im just upset I cant even wear it....and I wont take the SS bracelet off and put on a leather one...I have to have a Rolex bracelet. Any help or advise would be appreciated, Thanks
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Old 20 February 2008, 02:25 PM   #2
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any ideas on extending the bracelet? or maybe trading in the watch for a larger sports model...
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Old 20 February 2008, 04:07 PM   #3
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I think the links with the screws are all the same width.

About the extra links that you bought, are you sure they are authentic Rolex bands?
The older links have hollow middle links, where as the newer links are solid.
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Old 20 February 2008, 04:15 PM   #4
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All links with screws are the same size, unless you get a smaller bracelet like a mid-size or ladies size. Why not just have the AD order you the correcet size links? They're not that expensive and a lot cheaper then getting a new Watch.
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All links with screws are the same size, unless you get a smaller bracelet like a mid-size or ladies size. Why not just have the AD order you the correcet size links? They're not that expensive and a lot cheaper then getting a new Watch.
Good advice, as always, Wolfgang!

Alternatively, try out sites like www.vintagewatchparts.net/shop or www.classicwatchparts.com

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Old 20 February 2008, 11:33 PM   #6
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Or you could put that DJ on a NATO strap.

C'mon, give her a shot!!
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Old 20 February 2008, 04:42 PM   #7
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Could be non Rolex links
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Old 20 February 2008, 06:00 PM   #8
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You could get an Oyster Bracelet !
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Old 22 February 2008, 01:24 PM   #9
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Ok....thanks guys, I am going to get links from a AD as soon as I can get to one.
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Old 22 February 2008, 01:29 PM   #10
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The perils of e-bay...

Many Dealers will take your DJ as a trade-in. If you really feel that this is not right for you you might check it out...
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Old 22 February 2008, 01:33 PM   #11
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Sean, you have one of two problems. Either the bracelet that came with the watch is authentic Rolex and the replacement links are aftermarket, or vice versa.
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