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Old 7 January 2015, 06:05 AM   #1
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Rolex 1680 Red bracelet

Hi guys, quick question I've a 1973 Rolex red sub which has the original folded link bracelet. I'm looking at swapping this for a 2005 93150 bracelet from a Rolex non date sub, this has 501b end links but I've read that they don't fit too well on the older subs. Is this right? Do I need different end links? If this bracelet is from 2005 I presume these are solid end links?

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Old 7 January 2015, 06:26 AM   #2
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I would strongly recommend the 580s over the 501b on a 1680 sub. The 501b fit poorly to mine and caused some damage to the text between lugs. The 580s are very snug and fit very well.
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Old 7 January 2015, 06:33 AM   #3
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Thanks! Can you buy these separatly?
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Old 7 January 2015, 06:42 AM   #4
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Thanks! Can you buy these separatly?
yes people here sell them (and I have a pair that I can sell). If you decide that 580s are the way you want to go, feel free to send me a pm.
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Old 7 January 2015, 06:44 AM   #5
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Mine has a 93150 + 580s fits and wears perfect
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Old 7 January 2015, 07:13 AM   #6
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yes people here sell them (and I have a pair that I can sell). If you decide that 580s are the way you want to go, feel free to send me a pm.
How much are they?
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Old 7 January 2015, 08:27 AM   #7
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How much are they?
I would list mine here and VRF for $200 pair.
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Old 7 January 2015, 12:56 PM   #8
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Yes, 580's are correct and will fit the best on a 1680.
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threads like this are what makes this forum such a valuable place for our passion.
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Old 8 January 2015, 04:10 AM   #10
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Mine has a 93150 + 580s fits and wears perfect
I agree... Best fit!
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