Making It Fit........The Bracelet.

[TuonoRider]

I searched the thread and couldn't find any tips on sizing a new style screwed link bracelet found on the SMP300.

Is it as simple as removing the screws from each side and then tapping out the bar with the proper pin punch?

The bracelet is already sized, just trying to add 1 link...the bars do not look as though they have the crimp link the old style on the Speedmaster bracelet.

Any tips appreciated!

[MatthewInSeattle]

Originally Posted by TuonoRider

I searched the thread and couldn't find any tips on sizing a new style screwed link bracelet found on the SMP300.

Is it as simple as removing the screws from each side and then tapping out the bar with the proper pin punch?

The bracelet is already sized, just trying to add 1 link...the bars do not look as though they have the crimp link the old style on the Speedmaster bracelet.

Any tips appreciated!

It's that simple. Just remove the screws from both sides of the bracelet and tap out the pin. When you go to put it back together, just Locktite in one side, place the pin, and Locktite the other screw in. Should only take a few minutes.

[Epanerai12]

just be careful. the bond bracelet and similar ones use the same friction pins and the indent which locks the pin up with the collars is a weak point. Even with the right tools, he process can be slightly frustrating and i have damaged a pin before when reinserting it. it occurs when the pin meets the first collar and you need to add some pressure to move past the point of resistance.the indent can buckle and snap if you are not given straight and direct pressure aka hitting it at an angle. just take your time and dont get crazy with force and all should be ok. mine may have been weakened even further from constant resizes as I too found an issue with getting it "just right", unlike my sub

[GTS Dean]

I had Omega Service install a half-link when my Speedy was being worked on. Best $35 I've spent in a while. Why won't they include one from new?

[honitel]

Originally Posted by MatthewInSeattle

It's that simple. Just remove the screws from both sides of the bracelet and tap out the pin. When you go to put it back together, just Locktite in one side, place the pin, and Locktite the other screw in. Should only take a few minutes.

As simple as it may sound but you need to have a little patience. You know what I mean. :P

[BXNupe]

Excellent tutorial, Larry. The pictures were extremely helpful (I wish I had pictures in law school but I digress). Anyway, I just successfully removed a link from my new-to-me 2594. A proper fit increases the enjoyment exponentially. Thanks again.

Cheers,

[Juggernaut]

Ok, what happens if the 1/2 link is still slightly too loose, but removing the 1/2 link is too tight???
Has anyone tried a 2nd 1/2 link to replace another standard link?

By the way, after getting frustrated by the cheap Chinese eBay blue link pin tool, I bought myself a Euro-tool and it's excellent! Otto Frei has ALL thr goods...

[pdoherty]

Originally Posted by Tools

Omega uses pins to hold the bracelet together. To confound this, the nice clasp they provide does not have any micro-holes for adjustment..

Thank you for a PROPER tutorial on this - much appreciated!

[westcoastunionthug]

What Dyson said, wood block or magazines as a base to tap pins in. The least expensive pin tools work great. I have been changing links on my Omega for 15 years and I am on my second plastic pin tool. A small bronze hammer for tapping pins into place work best.

Omega 1/2 links give you 1/8" in length, full links are 1/4" it is difficult for me to imagine one link being too much and a half link being too little.

[iliketime]

Originally Posted by v1vne

The Seamasters come with one half link.
The speedmaster 3570.50.00 has no half links.
Two half links, are longer then one full link.
The half link from the Seamaster Speedy bracelet fits:
The Speedmaster 3570.50.00 bracelet.
Adding one,or two half links.
Sometimes solve the bracelet fitment problems.
On Omega watches.
Omega should ship all of their watches with two half links.
But this is not the case.
Just food for thought.
Adding one half link, to my 3570.50.00. Made the bracelet fit correctly.
For those who purchase new, ask the AD to include a half link.
With your purchase.

thanks for that! saved me the money of buying or going to ad for a half link! my aqua terra came in and its a little tight now after the adjustments

[Tframo]

I still can’t get my brand new speedy to fit properly with the bracelet. Either too loose or too tight. Need a half link and can’t find one!

[watchprenuer]

thanks for sharing Larry

[Rolexoman]

I’m going to need this info when I get a Seamaster Planet Ocean, thanks for posting

[PMDAY]

The 3570.5 has a micro adjustment on the clasp. You should see three holes on each side of the clasp. The two lower holes on both sides can have spring bar in either pair for minor adjustment of bracelet.

[nda]

I have a Seamaster 'Good Planet' GMT which I bought from an Omega boutique in London. I tried to buy the micro adjustable clasp for it - which I understand will fit - but Omega won't supply it. This is a bit frustrating as the watch is thick and heavy and strap sizing is therefore critical.

[sl954]

I did this, it was pretty easy. Also bought the newer adjustable clasp for my SMP300

[Fez110]

Originally Posted by Tframo

I still can’t get my brand new speedy to fit properly with the bracelet. Either too loose or too tight. Need a half link and can’t find one!

There is apparently a fix but you will need to buy a new micro-adjustable clasp and endlinks (which are pricey, but not crazy expensive). I've got the setup on order from my local AD and hope it fixes the problem as I'm also in between sizes. Check YouTube as there are a couple of videos about the clasp swap.

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[Tools]

Originally Posted by jrs146

This is a great tutorial! Any way it could get updated with pictures that are visible?

Thank You for bringing this to my attention.

I have managed to find the original images from a dozen years ago and updated and pruned this tutorial for all of us Omega fans.

[Sunny Arizona]

I just got a new Speedmaster and much to my surprise came with screws and one micro adjustment. Very easy sizing.

[Tools]

Originally Posted by Sunny Arizona

I just got a new Speedmaster and much to my surprise came with screws and one micro adjustment. Very easy sizing.

The newest bracelets do have screws; a welcome upgrade.

However, the bulk of Omegas in the world still have their original pushpins.

[IAmNayib]

Great explanation!

[Yellowduke]

You can retrofit a new clasp into an older bracelet. I put one on my Seamaster 50th GMT. Had to change the clasp end links as well but an interesting exercise and is a great upgrade.

[Phrank]

Ha! Took a link out of my Daytona last week, could have used this then, on file for now, just had two Rubber straps delivered, one for my Daytona and one for my Submariner "Bluesy" - this will be used - thank-you!

[Givemore_2day]

Thanks for sharing I have a speedmaster I need to adjust the bracelet on

[15belowzero]

Thanks for sharing!

[jbellmd]

thanks for the info