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brand_c · 31 January 2018, 12:38 AM

So I'm trying to source a 16570 Exp II in black, but specifically an A-serial model (1999) due to the combination of the luminova and non-SEL bracelet....

My question is: If I source a newer 16570 (serial P, K...) for the luminova dial, will the 78790 / 78360 non SEL bracelet fit ?

Dustytrail · 31 January 2018, 06:03 AM

I have 2x explorer II (one is Y series; the other is an A series) and I can fit the 78790 bracelet from the Y series onto the A series. I bought the A series without a bracelet

brand_c · 31 January 2018, 08:54 AM

Oh I meant, if I source a later model one with luminova dial (Y series and beyond), am I able to fit the older 78790 (NON-SEL) onto them?

I'm particularly fond of the older bracelets with the non SEL...but also want the usability of a luminova dial

Dustytrail · 31 January 2018, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by brand_c

Oh I meant, if I source a later model one with luminova dial (Y series and beyond), am I able to fit the older 78790 (NON-SEL) onto them?

I'm particularly fond of the older bracelets with the non SEL...but also want the usability of a luminova dial

yes it should fit. Conversely, I don't see any reason why it shouldn't fit when my A series can fit SEL bracelet

Eric88 · 31 January 2018, 03:15 PM

Be careful here. Some of the non SEL end links do not have the cut outs to remove the spring bars as they are reliant on using lug holes to pop off the end links and bracelet. Many years ago, I accidentally attached a non SEL bracelet to an SEL Sea Dweller and the end result was painful.

sillo · 1 February 2018, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric88

Be careful here. Some of the non SEL end links do not have the cut outs to remove the spring bars as they are reliant on using lug holes to pop off the end links and bracelet. Many years ago, I accidentally attached a non SEL bracelet to an SEL Sea Dweller and the end result was painful.

Came here to say this. Just make sure your end links have that cutout. The ones without were made for cases with lug-holes.

brand_c · 1 February 2018, 01:37 AM

Gotcha, thanks guys!

I might be wrong but I've seen post year 2000 Explorer IIs that still have lug holes...(P or K serial)

31 January 2018, 12:38 AM	#1
brand_c "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: IL Posts: 187	Will a NON-SEL bracelet fit a newer watch (vice versa)? So I'm trying to source a 16570 Exp II in black, but specifically an A-serial model (1999) due to the combination of the luminova and non-SEL bracelet.... My question is: If I source a newer 16570 (serial P, K...) for the luminova dial, will the 78790 / 78360 non SEL bracelet fit ?

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31 January 2018, 06:03 AM	#2
Dustytrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: In your basement? Watch: Oysterquartz Posts: 88	I have 2x explorer II (one is Y series; the other is an A series) and I can fit the 78790 bracelet from the Y series onto the A series. I bought the A series without a bracelet

31 January 2018, 08:54 AM	#3
brand_c "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: IL Posts: 187	Oh I meant, if I source a later model one with luminova dial (Y series and beyond), am I able to fit the older 78790 (NON-SEL) onto them? I'm particularly fond of the older bracelets with the non SEL...but also want the usability of a luminova dial

31 January 2018, 03:15 PM	#5
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,238	Be careful here. Some of the non SEL end links do not have the cut outs to remove the spring bars as they are reliant on using lug holes to pop off the end links and bracelet. Many years ago, I accidentally attached a non SEL bracelet to an SEL Sea Dweller and the end result was painful.

1 February 2018, 01:37 AM	#7
brand_c "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: IL Posts: 187	Gotcha, thanks guys! I might be wrong but I've seen post year 2000 Explorer IIs that still have lug holes...(P or K serial)

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