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AlBacon!974 · 27 March 2014, 09:25 AM

I have been looking to get a 1974 (birth year) Rolex which seems a lot harder than I thought. I tried the trusted sellers on TRF but none are available at this time. I found one online at Bernard Watch based in Dallas. They have one but the bracelet was Hecho En Mexico (Made In Mexico) which I heard that Rolex did authorize a few countries to make bracelets for them that weren't Swiss made. I know nothing of the proper markings or if the endlinks were stamped and so what. I asked Bernard Watch if the bracelet was 100% original and they said that it was and the endlinks didn't come stamped. I just wanted to see if someone could confirm this? The links are oval and appear not to have screws. I guess they must be taken apart and put back together by a jeweler. Should I be concerned about this watch? Just wanted any info before I pull the trigger. Also, any info on Bernard Watch would be great if anyone has any. Thanks.

Tools · 27 March 2014, 10:39 AM

70's bracelets were made in Mexico, USA, and Canada. Some don't have much in the way of markings.

Without good pictures you can't really critique or know much about any specific example..

crowncollection · 27 March 2014, 11:03 AM

Bracelet is original.

AlBacon!974 · 27 March 2014, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by AlBacon!974

I have been looking to get a 1974 (birth year) Rolex which seems a lot harder than I thought. I tried the trusted sellers on TRF but none are available at this time. I found one online at Bernard Watch based in Dallas. They have one but the bracelet was Hecho En Mexico (Made In Mexico) which I heard that Rolex did authorize a few countries to make bracelets for them that weren't Swiss made. I know nothing of the proper markings or if the endlinks were stamped and so what. I asked Bernard Watch if the bracelet was 100% original and they said that it was and the endlinks didn't come stamped. I just wanted to see if someone could confirm this? The links are oval and appear not to have screws. I guess they must be taken apart and put back together by a jeweler. Should I be concerned about this watch? Just wanted any info before I pull the trigger. Also, any info on Bernard Watch would be great if anyone has any. Thanks.

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Originally Posted by crowncollection

Bracelet is original.

Is that white gold?

springer · 27 March 2014, 12:43 PM

Stainless steel clasp, 14k & SS bracelet.

crowncollection · 27 March 2014, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by AlBacon!974

Is that white gold?

No for two tone as my friend springer (John) states. Here is the steel version.

springer · 27 March 2014, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by crowncollection

No for two tone as my friend springer (John) states. Here is the steel version.

Thanks Dave. Take care my friend!

27 March 2014, 09:25 AM	#1
AlBacon!974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Nunyo Location: Texas Watch: 1803 Day-Date Posts: 427	Question about Rolex Bracelets made in the 70's and outsourced? I have been looking to get a 1974 (birth year) Rolex which seems a lot harder than I thought. I tried the trusted sellers on TRF but none are available at this time. I found one online at Bernard Watch based in Dallas. They have one but the bracelet was Hecho En Mexico (Made In Mexico) which I heard that Rolex did authorize a few countries to make bracelets for them that weren't Swiss made. I know nothing of the proper markings or if the endlinks were stamped and so what. I asked Bernard Watch if the bracelet was 100% original and they said that it was and the endlinks didn't come stamped. I just wanted to see if someone could confirm this? The links are oval and appear not to have screws. I guess they must be taken apart and put back together by a jeweler. Should I be concerned about this watch? Just wanted any info before I pull the trigger. Also, any info on Bernard Watch would be great if anyone has any. Thanks.

27 March 2014, 10:39 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,662	70's bracelets were made in Mexico, USA, and Canada. Some don't have much in the way of markings. Without good pictures you can't really critique or know much about any specific example.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

27 March 2014, 11:03 AM	#3
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,247	Bracelet is original. __________________ watches many

27 March 2014, 12:43 PM	#5
springer 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,460	Stainless steel clasp, 14k & SS bracelet. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

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