Datejust Half Link

[mlfloyd]

Hello Members.

 

Where can I buy an after market SS half-link for my Datejust?

 

When I perform a web search on it, the returns (eBay included) only reference whole links.

 

 

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[mlfloyd]

Model 116200

[alligoat]

That is a full link- jubilee links are smaller than an oyster link- about 1/2 as big. You might try rafflesdials.com

http://rafflesdials.com/two-pcs-steel-screw-adjustable-links-for-mens-20mm-vintage-rolex-watch-jubilee-band-bracelet/

maybe it'll work

[mlfloyd]

Thanks Alligoat. I was looking for a thinner link, not a full one. The links vary in height because the bracelet is tapered.  I need a link that is half the width.

[alligoat]

all the links with screws in them are the thinner links- they're the same width as the clasp since some of them fit inside the clasp. If you have the newer bracelet with the hidden clasp, you might have to order a whole bracelet and scavenge the links from it and hope that they fit your bracelet.  

[mlfloyd]

I have the bracelet with the hidden clasp.

 

The band fits tight. When I add a link, the case migrates off-center of the wrist. Remove a link and it’s too snug.

 

 I’m in between, which is why I inquired about a “half-link”.

 

 

[alligoat]

That's the problem with the hidden clasp- micro adjustment isn't one of it's features. I ran into it with a gen DD with the oyster band- it even had a half link, but I still have to wear it slightly loose. Older style clasps have better adjustment.

[mymanmatt]

Be sure your buckle is centered. Close the buckle , hold the watch by the case in front of you. If the buckle is not level, or close to level, remove a link from the side hanging down and put it on the other side. Then ck it again. That will change the fit completely. May help solve your problem. Good luck

[mlfloyd]

Thanks Matt,  I was using that method. I can’t remove another link or the fit will be too snug when the wrist swells. 

 

I’ll have to live with the off-center fit.