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VintageWW · 21 September 2021, 03:02 AM

A friend contacted me concerning his Rolex Submariner bracelet which had a failed link pin. See images. This is his daily worn watch which he purchased in the 1990s. He dropped into a local AD in Seattle(while traveling) and they said that he has to purchase a new bracelet. Can this bracelet be repaired? Keeping the authenticity of this 1 owner watch?

BTW: I am a long time watch enthusiast since the the 80s and own several Rolexes and among other brand timepieces. This is my 1st post, mainly a lurker.

Thanks for your assistance (in California)

Tomas Eriksson · 21 September 2021, 03:05 AM

I see you are in CA, rolliworks can repair it: https://www.rolliworks.com That shouldn’t be to costly to fix. Btw, if that is a 90s sub that isn’t the original bracelet…

VintageWW · 21 September 2021, 03:26 AM

I may have mistaken the year, it does have the solid end-links. Thanks Tomas for the fast reply.

214270Explorer · 23 September 2021, 06:46 AM

That bracelet is TOTALLY salvageable.

pistebasher · 24 September 2021, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 214270Explorer

That bracelet is TOTALLY salvageable.

Absolutely - I have seen far worse made to look a million dollars

VintageWW · 24 September 2021, 05:34 PM

My friend sent the watch to Rolliworks. Thanks a lot for the recommendation !

enjoythemusic · 24 September 2021, 09:30 PM

Easy fix, as others have mentioned. Keep wearing her daily and enjoy your time.

cedowo5430 · 13 December 2022, 09:40 AM

A Rolex spring bar or pins is actually very inexpensive to replace if needed.

In general, Rolex doesn't repair broken or worn-out clasps, so to do this, you need to turn to a professional independent watchmaker that is specialized in the repair of Rolex bracelets.

cedowo5430 · 14 December 2022, 12:10 AM

If necessary, replacing a Rolex spring bar or pins is actually rather affordable. In most cases, Rolex won't fix damaged or worn-out clasps, so you'll need to consult a qualified, professional watchmaker who specializes in fixing Rolex wristbands.

SearChart · 31 December 2022, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VintageWW

My friend sent the watch to Rolliworks. Thanks a lot for the recommendation !

Post a pic when it comes back

21 September 2021, 03:02 AM	#1
VintageWW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: California Posts: 5	Rolex Submariner bracelet with broken link pin - 1990 era A friend contacted me concerning his Rolex Submariner bracelet which had a failed link pin. See images. This is his daily worn watch which he purchased in the 1990s. He dropped into a local AD in Seattle(while traveling) and they said that he has to purchase a new bracelet. Can this bracelet be repaired? Keeping the authenticity of this 1 owner watch? BTW: I am a long time watch enthusiast since the the 80s and own several Rolexes and among other brand timepieces. This is my 1st post, mainly a lurker. Thanks for your assistance (in California) Attached Images

21 September 2021, 03:05 AM	#2
Tomas Eriksson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Stockholm Watch: 15707CE Posts: 2,033	I see you are in CA, rolliworks can repair it: https://www.rolliworks.com That shouldn’t be to costly to fix. Btw, if that is a 90s sub that isn’t the original bracelet… __________________ State of the union: 5066A,15400ST,15707CE,116610LN,26470OR and a few other…

23 September 2021, 06:46 AM	#4
214270Explorer "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: United States Watch: me buy Watches Posts: 3,955	That bracelet is TOTALLY salvageable. __________________ “The display of actual intelligence terrifies much of mankind” Rolex "some" Tudor "some" Damasko "some" Misc Pieces "some" Marathon "some" GS Spring Drive "some" Hamilton "some" Findeisen "some"

24 September 2021, 09:30 PM	#7
enjoythemusic 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 22,254	Easy fix, as others have mentioned. Keep wearing her daily and enjoy your time. __________________ __________________ Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

21 September 2021, 03:26 AM	#3
VintageWW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: California Posts: 5	I may have mistaken the year, it does have the solid end-links. Thanks Tomas for the fast reply.

24 September 2021, 05:34 PM	#6
VintageWW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: California Posts: 5	My friend sent the watch to Rolliworks. Thanks a lot for the recommendation !

13 December 2022, 09:40 AM	#8
cedowo5430 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: United States Posts: 2	A Rolex spring bar or pins is actually very inexpensive to replace if needed. In general, Rolex doesn't repair broken or worn-out clasps, so to do this, you need to turn to a professional independent watchmaker that is specialized in the repair of Rolex bracelets.

14 December 2022, 12:10 AM	#9
cedowo5430 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: United States Posts: 2	If necessary, replacing a Rolex spring bar or pins is actually rather affordable. In most cases, Rolex won't fix damaged or worn-out clasps, so you'll need to consult a qualified, professional watchmaker who specializes in fixing Rolex wristbands.

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