Spring Bars for 162xx case and jubilee bracelet...

[daveb33]

Hi there everyone, I am after some nice sturdy spring bars for a datejust 16234 case and jubilee bracelet.

 

Am I correct in thinking that I need to order some 1.8mm bars?

 

If so, would these be a good shout?   

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-x-20mm-Watch-Strap-Spring-Bars-1-8mm-Dia-Ex-Strong-/400078824938?pt=UK_Jewellery_Watches_WatchAccessories_SpareParts_SM&hash=item5d268e65ea

 

I have been looking at the 2mm ones also but I am not sure if they will fit

 

I am aware that they need to be 20mm but would like to get the thickest/strongest possible.

 

Thank you for any help,

 

Dave B

[automatico]

Two things to consider:

1...Is it a genuine case?

2...Does it have blind or drilled lugs?

 

Blind lug genuine and replica cases should accept the same type of springbars...genuine or replicas of genuine. Generic single or double shoulder springbars can also be used...stainless steel, no brass.

Cases with drilled lugs need oem type springbars that go almost all the way through the lugs.

 

All should have 1.8mm tubes with .9mm tips. Submariner type springbars for modern blind lug models can be used in blind lug DJ if the tips will fit into the holes in the lugs and pass through the bracelet/hoods. They are a good choice for leather/rubber straps but thick straps will rub on the case and get scuffed or cut. Curved springbars will help with this and they can be curved by placing them one at a time in a spoon and pressing another spoon down on top of them.

[daveb33]

Great advice, thankyou. The case is genuine with visible lug holes so I will purchase some 1.8 OEM steel bars.

Much appreciated,

Dave