Repair of Gen band

[SMS]

Hi All,

I have a nice vintage Rolex Oyster. It has the nice riveted 19mm band that stretches. I think its called the Americana band. My question is is there any one who can fix the 2 broken springs in the band and refurbish it?

I would also like to have the watch serviced. Can you guys recommend a reasonable and trusty person?

Thanks in advance,

Bill

[Shundi]

Bill,

Where are you located? I take it Cali/West Coast CONUS? Maybe some of our members could chime in...

[SMS]

Hi,

I am in Minneapolis MN. Do you know the band I am talking about?

Bill

[Nanuq]

Hi Bill, and welcome!

That's a vintage riveted/expanding oyster bracelet, the infamous hair grabber. It's definitely worth repairing. I don't know if any modders here have done that kind of bracelet work; you can search them out and ask.

Barring that, I know a couple of very good Rolex watchmakers in the Seattle area that might be happy to take it on.

Cheers!

[krustybrand]

http://www.classicwatchparts.com/watch/ind...s/services.html

They did a beautiful job about 2 years ago on a gen folded Oyster bracelet of mine.

[freddy333]

Click here.

[SMS]

Thanks guys! I knew you could help! I will post some before and and after pics with a full report after I have it done!

Bill

Edited March 4, 2009 by SMS

[SMS]

Well I have emailed the guy in Hong Kong a few times and the emails just bounce back. I just emailed the guy in Ky of of ebay and we will see what he says.

Thanks,

Bill

[SMS]

Has any one used these guys for parts and service?

http://www.paloaltomicro.com/rolex.htm

Here are some pics of the watch.

Bill

Edited April 8, 2009 by SMS

[freddy333]

Paloalto sells very overpriced gen parts (mostly used). Again, I would check with Stan (see link in previous post above).