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Post by gustophersmob on Oct 5, 2005 15:33:02 GMT -5
Hi,
I was wondering what the width of the middle row link is on the new solid link bracelet that comes on the 007 and 009. I'm looking for the width of the part that fits into the end links. I'm trying to see if its the same width as the mid-size SKX013 oyster bracelet. If so, I'm going to put the full size bracelet on my mid size end links and fit that to my watch, since I can't find any quality solid link bracelets that will fit the mid-size.
Thanks!
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Post by choppersdad on Oct 6, 2005 11:25:08 GMT -5
Hi gustophersmob, sorry my response took so long.
I am not a watch expert, especially on Japanese watches as I haven't been in the hobby too long, but I would say the following:
If you have a precision measurement tool such as a micrometer or dial caliper available, I would first take some basic measurements of the link parts, and if they look suitable, give them a try... Just don't force anything, because if you have to, it isn't right to begin with... and, have you checked our sponsors links for bracelets...
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Post by gustophersmob on Oct 6, 2005 12:53:27 GMT -5
Thanks for the response! I have measured my endlink, what I need is for someone to measure the width of the middlerow of their 22mm solid link oyster bracelet to see if it will fit on a 20mm endlink, as my watch is the midsize and has the 20mm lugs. I want to see if it will work before I buy the 22mm bracelet. Thanks again!
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Post by sb127 on Oct 6, 2005 16:48:48 GMT -5
The middle piece of the links is 8mm. I measured an oyster and a jubilee for the SKX007/009. Hope that helps.  |
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Post by gustophersmob on Oct 6, 2005 16:50:11 GMT -5
GREAT, thanks!!
I haven't got the watch yet due to a customs delay, but as soon as I do, I'm going to try it out...thanks!
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Post by jasman on Oct 23, 2005 8:51:19 GMT -5
Gustophersmob, Sorry this response may be too late (I have not been to this forum for a few weeks). I installed a "president" style Seiko bracelet (from a 007) on my 031 with a little modification to the end link. I also needed to make a sleeve out of a couple of fat spring bars by cutting the ends. The 031 cannot accomodate a fat spring bar. These sleeves fit perfectly over the original spring bars that came with the watch. By the way the middle link on my bracelet is also 8mm. Here is a photo of what I did. Note that some adjustmests still need to be made to make the end link fit better.  |
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Post by a53ng on Jan 2, 2006 13:56:50 GMT -5
That is a nice looking bracelet. I was wondering if the president bracelet will fit my seiko 5 sport model SNK029k and where to buy just the bracelet?
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Post by jasman on Jan 2, 2006 15:16:07 GMT -5
a53ng,
This bracelet is 22mm wide, which fits the 007 perfectly and the 031 with some work (case diameter is slightly smaller). I am not familiar with the watch you mentioned (SNK029K) if it has 22mm lug spacing. It also depends on the shape of the end link slot if the folded end piece will properly sit.
I got this on ebay, apparently it was removed, unused from a 007, so I got it for a fairly decent price. You can also get it brand new from Singapore (from chronograph.com) although a little more expensive.
I agree, this bracelet looks pretty good, although keep in mind that the center row of links are not solid, the outer rows are solid though.
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