Sizing a Lady President Bracelet?

[troybuz]

Hi Folks,
I just purchased a pre-owned 26mm DJ 18K Gold Lady President for my wife and I need to get the watch bracelet sized.
All of the easily removable links have been taken out, and I still need about a 1/2" more removed.
My research tells me these are considered "permeant links", and must be removed by an AD?
I called a local AD, and they tell me it might need to go to a jeweler... which tells me they did not know, but did not do it themselves.
Any thoughts, experience, or resource recommendations.
Thanks
T

[RoyalOac]

I inquired about this with my wife’s 31mm DJ president bracelet. If you live near a RSC, like the one in NYC, they will remove the permalinks for free. However, they will not return the “damaged” link to you.

https://youtu.be/Dzl1hA5i1-Q?si=Bh_A29jX6_5-kn0T

This is usually how it works.

[ltmgeller]

They have to be cut off. My other half is the same, but she decided to wear it big.

[watchwatcher]

Is there a 1.5 link for that model? If so, that would be ideal.

[goldfixer21]

Originally Posted by ChronoZach

Visit your local watchmaker that specializes in Rolex, they should be able to size it for you.

Cheers,

If they have the correct tools or a bench jeweler

[OG1982]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Is there a 1.5 link for that model? If so, that would be ideal.

If the watch is too small with all links removed, a 1.5 link will be no good in this instance.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by OG1982

If the watch is too small with all links removed, a 1.5 link will be no good in this instance.

That makes sense...must not have been fully awake when I wrote that.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by OG1982

If the watch is too small with all links removed, a 1.5 link will be no good in this instance.

??? I believe it’s still too BIG, not too small….

Kat


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[OG1982]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

??? I believe it’s still too BIG, not too small….

Kat


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Indeed, it’s too big, my bad.

But my point is valid and still stands. The 1.5 link is useless in this instance.


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[georgekart]

Originally Posted by RoyalOac

I inquired about this with my wife’s 31mm DJ president bracelet. If you live near a RSC, like the one in NYC, they will remove the permalinks for free. However, they will not return the “damaged” link to you.

https://youtu.be/Dzl1hA5i1-Q?si=Bh_A29jX6_5-kn0T

This is usually how it works.

Seeing as an AD doesn't return those links to you, I'd try find someone who can do it and return you the link. Maybe some of those companies that refurbish bracelets would be a good option. Or just a watchmaker in your area with a link separator.

[jacowestt]

Based on what I’ve seen, those so-called “permanent links” can be tricky. They usually require special tools and expertise. Some independent watchmakers with a strong background in Rolex adjustments have successfully handled similar issues, but if you’re not 100% sure about the jeweler’s experience, it might be safer to have an AD handle it. Either way, ensure the person you choose has a solid track record with Rolex repairs to avoid any mishaps.