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wadeb_21 · 4 May 2010, 02:48 AM

I was wondering if someone could tell me what the correct bracelet model is for this specific watch? I currently have one with a 93150 that I bought off someone and was wondering if that was the original bracelet or aftermarket. Thanks in advance.

JPersat · 4 May 2010, 03:12 AM

The Fat Lady was offered with the 93150.

wadeb_21 · 4 May 2010, 03:20 AM

Thanks allot Jpersat I really appreciate it. I thought it was original but just wanted to make sure.

TerryF · 4 May 2010, 03:35 AM

From what I have learnt on this forum the 93150 was originally a Submariner bracelet that became popular due to its flip lock clasp that was not available on the 78360 oyster bracelet which, if I remember correctly, was the bracelet originally offered with all GMT's.

It seems as if a variety of bracelet options were offered in various countries too as my 71 GMT came with a 93150.

wadeb_21 · 4 May 2010, 04:10 AM

Interesting Terry thanks for the history. I just recently started working in a jewelery store where I sell rolex watchs and have been trying to read and learn allot about the history so I can tell customers about the watch they might interested in. Thanks again.

Tools · 4 May 2010, 04:53 AM

As said, the 93150 was offered with the GMT for quite a while, although it is almost impossible to know if it came originally with one on any particular watch without the original build paper. I too have a 1997 GMT with an original equipment 93150.

It certainly wouldn't be "aftermarket", which would imply a non-Rolex part..

mike · 4 May 2010, 05:04 AM

As stated the 93150 is a correct option. Some GMT collectors will opt for the 78360 with 501s though as some feel it's closer to the flagpole.

wadeb_21 · 4 May 2010, 05:06 AM

Thanks Tools what I was implying when I said aftermarket was if the band was from another watch like a Sub or something. I just finished ready the Rolex Report by John E. Brozek and thought i remember in the book (I'm probably wrong its been known to happen lol) him refering to aftermarket as like you said not official rolex parts or a watch containing parts that may have been swapped with another model.

wadeb_21 · 4 May 2010, 05:07 AM

What book is that Mike if you dont mind me asking?

mike · 4 May 2010, 05:15 AM

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What book is that Mike if you dont mind me asking?

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TerryF · 4 May 2010, 05:20 AM

Well seeing as you're in learn mode, here's some more for you to digest...

The 93150 was introduced in 1971 and replaced the 9315 which was eventually phased out around 1974/75.

It has been used on the Sea Dweller, Submariner, Explorer II and GMT Master with end link numbers 501, 501B, 580 and 593 (in no specific order).

wadeb_21 · 4 May 2010, 05:39 AM

Great info to have Terry once I again I appreciate it.

4 May 2010, 02:48 AM	#1
wadeb_21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 12,670	1986 GMT Fat Lady Question. I was wondering if someone could tell me what the correct bracelet model is for this specific watch? I currently have one with a 93150 that I bought off someone and was wondering if that was the original bracelet or aftermarket. Thanks in advance.

4 May 2010, 04:53 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,453	As said, the 93150 was offered with the GMT for quite a while, although it is almost impossible to know if it came originally with one on any particular watch without the original build paper. I too have a 1997 GMT with an original equipment 93150. It certainly wouldn't be "aftermarket", which would imply a non-Rolex part.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

4 May 2010, 03:12 AM	#2
JPersat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jarrett Location: San Antonio TX Watch: ing everybody Posts: 1,515	The Fat Lady was offered with the 93150.

4 May 2010, 03:20 AM	#3
wadeb_21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 12,670	Thanks allot Jpersat I really appreciate it. I thought it was original but just wanted to make sure.

4 May 2010, 03:35 AM	#4
TerryF Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Terry Location: Pretoria Watch: GMT Master Posts: 261	From what I have learnt on this forum the 93150 was originally a Submariner bracelet that became popular due to its flip lock clasp that was not available on the 78360 oyster bracelet which, if I remember correctly, was the bracelet originally offered with all GMT's. It seems as if a variety of bracelet options were offered in various countries too as my 71 GMT came with a 93150.

4 May 2010, 04:10 AM	#5
wadeb_21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 12,670	Interesting Terry thanks for the history. I just recently started working in a jewelery store where I sell rolex watchs and have been trying to read and learn allot about the history so I can tell customers about the watch they might interested in. Thanks again.

4 May 2010, 05:04 AM	#7
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	As stated the 93150 is a correct option. Some GMT collectors will opt for the 78360 with 501s though as some feel it's closer to the flagpole.

4 May 2010, 05:06 AM	#8
wadeb_21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 12,670	Thanks Tools what I was implying when I said aftermarket was if the band was from another watch like a Sub or something. I just finished ready the Rolex Report by John E. Brozek and thought i remember in the book (I'm probably wrong its been known to happen lol) him refering to aftermarket as like you said not official rolex parts or a watch containing parts that may have been swapped with another model.

4 May 2010, 05:07 AM	#9
wadeb_21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 12,670	What book is that Mike if you dont mind me asking?

4 May 2010, 05:20 AM	#11
TerryF Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Terry Location: Pretoria Watch: GMT Master Posts: 261	Well seeing as you're in learn mode, here's some more for you to digest... The 93150 was introduced in 1971 and replaced the 9315 which was eventually phased out around 1974/75. It has been used on the Sea Dweller, Submariner, Explorer II and GMT Master with end link numbers 501, 501B, 580 and 593 (in no specific order).

4 May 2010, 05:39 AM	#12
wadeb_21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 12,670	Great info to have Terry once I again I appreciate it.

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