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burger'n'fries · 24 September 2010, 08:14 AM

After viewing the photos from Aspirin's thread, "New Explorer 1 39mm pics for share" from the General Discussion forum, an idea has been growing in my head. I like the new Oysterlock with Easylink clasp and I'm pretty sure I could install one on my 36mm Explorer. It would be a fairly inexpensive way to personalize my watch. Though I'm fairly certain the entire bracelet won't fit, it does seem possible to simply replace the clasp; just remove the new clasp with one link on each end and install it onto the old bracelet. However, I do have some concerns. I noticed from the photographs that the center links are solid and not hollow. This may be a problem with the new links actually fitting properly onto the old.

Aspirin's thread: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=143545

This is something I'm seriously considering, but my problem is finding the new bracelet or clasp.

1. Does any here know where or how I could purchase a new bracelet for the new 39mm Explorer?
2. What is the average cost of a new bracelet?

I would also appreciate any advice on whether or not this procedure could be done.

Tools · 25 September 2010, 04:01 AM

I'm pretty sure that almost all clasps are interchangeable with few exceptions...

There is no source for the new clasps except through a Dealer who may, or may not sell you one..

The new SS bracelets seem to average about 1,000 to 1,500 bucks, depending on the one you choose.. I have not been able to get ahold of even the GMT IIc bracelet yet though so good luck on your quest..

burger'n'fries · 25 September 2010, 04:13 AM

Thanks for the info. I didn't think the bracelets cost that much. Looks like I'll just have to keep an eye out for a while.

rmfnla · 25 September 2010, 06:36 AM

"I didn't think the bracelets cost that much."

Hel-lo, ROLEX!

Aspirin · 25 September 2010, 06:43 AM

yea, i think it cost almost this prices, rolex parts is not cheap!

buke45 · 22 October 2010, 05:46 AM

A super jubilee is even more expensive.

RolexguyinSF · 22 October 2010, 07:50 AM

Guess again. I'd say any new Rolex bracelet with easy link runs around $1500-2500 range.

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Originally Posted by burger'n'fries

Thanks for the info. I didn't think the bracelets cost that much. Looks like I'll just have to keep an eye out for a while.

Titan1979 · 22 October 2010, 08:28 AM

I called RSC Toronto yesterday with that exact question and they said they would not sell my just the new clasp. In fact, they said they would not install a new bracelet on my older explorer I. Maybe an AD can order it for you. Let me know if you find out any info as I would like to do the same modification.

SaddleSC · 22 October 2010, 08:30 AM

$1500-$2200 for the bracelet depending on the model.

24 September 2010, 08:14 AM	#1
burger'n'fries Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Watch: 42mm Exp 2 Posts: 378	The new bracelets and clasps. After viewing the photos from Aspirin's thread, "New Explorer 1 39mm pics for share" from the General Discussion forum, an idea has been growing in my head. I like the new Oysterlock with Easylink clasp and I'm pretty sure I could install one on my 36mm Explorer. It would be a fairly inexpensive way to personalize my watch. Though I'm fairly certain the entire bracelet won't fit, it does seem possible to simply replace the clasp; just remove the new clasp with one link on each end and install it onto the old bracelet. However, I do have some concerns. I noticed from the photographs that the center links are solid and not hollow. This may be a problem with the new links actually fitting properly onto the old. Aspirin's thread: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=143545 This is something I'm seriously considering, but my problem is finding the new bracelet or clasp. 1. Does any here know where or how I could purchase a new bracelet for the new 39mm Explorer? 2. What is the average cost of a new bracelet? I would also appreciate any advice on whether or not this procedure could be done.

25 September 2010, 04:01 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,169	I'm pretty sure that almost all clasps are interchangeable with few exceptions... There is no source for the new clasps except through a Dealer who may, or may not sell you one.. The new SS bracelets seem to average about 1,000 to 1,500 bucks, depending on the one you choose.. I have not been able to get ahold of even the GMT IIc bracelet yet though so good luck on your quest.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

22 October 2010, 08:30 AM	#9
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,125	$1500-$2200 for the bracelet depending on the model. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

25 September 2010, 04:13 AM	#3
burger'n'fries Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Watch: 42mm Exp 2 Posts: 378	Thanks for the info. I didn't think the bracelets cost that much. Looks like I'll just have to keep an eye out for a while.

25 September 2010, 06:36 AM	#4
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	"I didn't think the bracelets cost that much." Hel-lo, ROLEX!

25 September 2010, 06:43 AM	#5
Aspirin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: at home Posts: 1,330	yea, i think it cost almost this prices, rolex parts is not cheap!

22 October 2010, 05:46 AM	#6
buke45 Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Juan Location: Ponce, PR Watch: Your Butt Posts: 1,464	A super jubilee is even more expensive.

22 October 2010, 08:28 AM	#8
Titan1979 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: canada Posts: 89	I called RSC Toronto yesterday with that exact question and they said they would not sell my just the new clasp. In fact, they said they would not install a new bracelet on my older explorer I. Maybe an AD can order it for you. Let me know if you find out any info as I would like to do the same modification.

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