501 vs 501b end links

[danielv2000]

I just picked up a gen 78360 bracelet to fit onto my 16710. According to the chart pinned here

http://www.rwgforum.net/topic/112790-vintage-rolex-bracelet-and-endlink-guide/

I should be getting 501. Would 501b's not fit properly?

WSO sells 501b's. are those any good? Or should I just get 501's.

Thanks

[alligoat]

I've never figured out what the difference between 501s and 501Bs is. One chart says a 501B will work, so it's worth a try.

These charts aren't always correct either- a 16800 should have a 93150 w/593 ends, but other ends will fit.

Also, you don't say if your 16710 is a gen or rep- that could also make a difference also.

[danielv2000]

Thanks! The 16710 is gen.

[alligoat]

You could always go to Rolex and pay too much for the end links! At least you'd get the right ones.

[danielv2000]

You could always go to Rolex and pay too much for the end links! At least you'd get the right ones.

That would be too easy!

[candide2424]

I just got a set of 501bs from WSO and they fit perfectly on my 16800 case.

[danielv2000]

Did you have to brush them? His come polished,

[candide2424]

Yes I had to.

[Ephry73]

On the other hand I had to modify and rebrush some WSO 501 "b" end links. I ended up chugging them for 580 units that fit my 16610 gen spec case better. Sanded off the 580 markings and will wait for gen units.

I think the b designation has to do mostly with the bracelet used, rather than the case.

[danielv2000]

Thanks for the info.