Rivet Bracelet Alternative

[CsT]

Hello,

I recently acquired a circa '65 Rolex Date and its currently equipped with the original 19mm oyster rivet bracelet. I do not want to go through the hassle of drilling the rivets to remove the links to properly fit my wrist. What are some good quality aftermarket oyster bracelets (sub $100) and websites you've seen selling them? I know its an injustice to fit a cheaper bracelet on my vintage watch but I just want to wear the damn thing and not spend a lot!

[Paul]

There's a fella in Hong Kong who can make your bracelet like new (including the adjustments you need).

It'll cost you about $100. See this link ...

http://www.onebean.com/index.php?p=c...icingpage.html

The downside is that he takes his time and is not good on the communication side of things but he's regarded highly by the vintage Rolex community Paul

[CsT]

Thanks Paul for the link, but too troublesome for a fix. I just want to slap on a new band and be done with it.

[springer]

Usually you remove the center links to shorten the bracelet on the rivet and folded link bracelets. It's an art form to remove the links so they don't bend, but a competent watchmaker should be able to do this procedure.