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Old 23 February 2020, 01:33 PM   #1
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Rolex DRSD MKII

I am new to the forum. I have a 1972 DRSD MKII which I have owned since 1984. I am looking for a correct band as mine was changed out years ago with a 78360 band. It is an early one with serial number 3.0. Any information would be helpful. Thanks
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Old 23 February 2020, 01:36 PM   #2
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You can look for a folded 9315 with 285 endlinks (my preferred choice for a DRSD MK2) or a later 93150 with 585 endlinks.
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Old 24 February 2020, 01:34 AM   #3
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I'd recommend a newer (but still vintage correct) 93150 bracelet with 585 end links. The original 9315s are very cool, but don't stand up well over the decades, unless you're just looking to have the original style bracelet to complete the "look" of the watch. The folded bracelets are also pricey and usually will need to be restored/tightened, unless you're OK with a loose fit with rattle. (I've been down this road before.)

The 1665s are a little top heavy, so you want to make sure you have a sturdy bracelet if you're wearing the watch a lot.

Here's my DRSD fitted to a late '70s 93150 with 585 end links. Rock solid.
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Old 24 February 2020, 01:45 AM   #4
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Plenty off good examples on Vintage Rolex Market
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Old 24 February 2020, 04:50 AM   #5
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You can look for a folded 9315 with 285 endlinks (my preferred choice for a DRSD MK2) or a later 93150 with 585 endlinks.
Great advice. One small thing; the 285s were for the 1665 thin cases only. If his serial is 3.0 it’s a standard case.
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Old 24 February 2020, 05:42 AM   #6
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Thanks for all the information. The band I have now has the 580 links. I wore the watch for years not knowing the band was incorrect. I really like having things correct for the year if possible as I will not be wearing this watch everyday but only occasionally. With the original dial and hands in really nice original condition I am a little concerned about wearing it too much for fear of damaging the watch. This was the first Rolex I ever bought and I would like to put it back to its original condition. I will check the inside case back to get the correct date as it has been years since it was off. I had no idea the value of the watch until a couple of years ago. If anyone finds a correct band even with some wear I would be interested. Thanks
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Old 24 February 2020, 05:46 AM   #7
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The serial number between the lugs will give you a good idea of the manufacturing date. No need to remove the caseback.

BTW, wearing the watch is unlikely to result in damage to the original dial and hands, so I’d suggest that you wear the watch and enjoy it. Life is short.
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Old 24 February 2020, 11:26 AM   #8
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I think you have convinced me to start wearing it again. Would a correct year box be worth searching for? Thanks for all the help. Lee
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Old 25 February 2020, 05:56 AM   #9
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I think you have convinced me to start wearing it again. Would a correct year box be worth searching for? Thanks for all the help. Lee
Dont bother, unless its for free .... enjoy wearing it.
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Old 25 February 2020, 07:13 AM   #10
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I think you have convinced me to start wearing it again. Would a correct year box be worth searching for? Thanks for all the help. Lee
It would be, I would look for a seahorse box. Good ones are 3-400
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Old 29 February 2020, 12:33 PM   #11
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Great advice. One small thing; the 285s were for the 1665 thin cases only. If his serial is 3.0 it’s a standard case.


Good point, I’ve miss that part
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