Replacing non SEL with SEL bracelet 16710

[DrD]

Hello all,

Pardon my ignorance, I am new to this forum. I was wondering if it is possible to put an SEL bracelet on a reference that originally has hollow end links.

My dilemma is: I like Pepsi GMT with faded and tropical dials but also like solid end links. 16710 watches from early 2000s that have SEL usually do not have the tropical look I desire.

My thought was that I could purchase a 16750 or earlier model and purchase an SEL bracelet to attach, if it will fit.

I’m open to any suggestions.

Thanks

[Tools]

Originally Posted by DrD

. . .

My thought was that I could purchase a 16750 or earlier model and purchase an SEL bracelet to attach, if it will fit.

I’m open to any suggestions.

Thanks

A 16750 needs to have the machined case ledge on the backside to accept an SEL bracelet, as does a 16710.

Left is a non-machined case, right is machined for an SEL.

[928ktgold]

I have a 16610 sub from 1991. It came with an old non SEL. In 2000 when I saw the new models with SEL I wanted that bracelet. I took it to RSC Beverly Hills and they swapped it out that day. I’m pretty sure they can do the same for you. They should have a SEL that can fit the non machined lip.

I have the old holes case. It seems they used a different pin for the holes case than my similar but different 16610LV