Omega seamaster bracelet stretch reconditioning.

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Hi all, I have a Seamaster 2531.80

The bracelet has seen better days with links stretching and divers extension coming loose.

Is there any way to recondition this or is it just a matter of replacing the whole thing

Thank you in advance
 
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You can check Ofrei. Some pins and such are/were still available for the stainless clasp that might return some tightness. When @Archer had my ref. 2298.80 chronograph in for service, he noted my titanium clasp was loose and the diver's extension especially didn't stay firmly stowed. He related to me for the titanium clasp, at least, that parts were either very limited or just not available and an entire replacement would be required if I wanted to remedy that in the future. Itmmught be that way for the stainless clasps also. I guess if would also matter exactly what parts your clasp needs.
 
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If your watch needs a service it can be done by Omega and would include replacing the bracelet pins and sleeves that are worn out at no additional cost.

Or, if you watch doesn't need a service you can contact an Omega AD or boutique and they can order you new pins and sleeves. They are about $1 per pin and sleeve but you need to order something like sets of 10.

Don't bother with Ofrei or any other online third party dealer. You can get pins and sleeves directly from Omega for a lot less money.
 
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Thank you both for your advice. I'll have to order a new one as the diver extension comes loose.
 
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Thank you both for your advice. I'll have to order a new one as the diver extension comes loose.

If your problem comes down to the diver extension coming loose, and assuming you don't actually need to use the extension (I don't on any of my Seamasters), I would use epoxy glue to keep it closed.

But if you don't mind buying a replacement, that certainly is a long-term fix.
 
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I am having the same issue with my 2254.50 bracelet’s dive extension. It’s a fairly simple fix. Remove the pin where the dive extension meets the clasp link (first link on the bracelet). Once you do that, the dive extension should come loose, but be careful not to lose the tube that is still in the end of the dive extension. Remove the tube, the take a small screw driver and pry the dive extension forks apart very slightly. The tube must be remove to do this because you could damage it if you don’t. Be easy and pry a little at a time until you get to the point that when you snap the dive extension closed, you feel a good snick or a nice snack, and it feels solid. Once you’ve achieved this, extend the extension, replace the tube, insert the dive extension back into the clasp link, and replace the pin.

Essentially all you are doing is putting positive tension back into the fork prongs of the dive extension in order for it to snap back into its detent with more authority.

Best,

Judson
2254.50 for life!
 
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Thank you to all for the advice. I was able to add some tension using the screwdriver trick.

However I took the bracelet to omega to get some pins and tubes. Apparently the holes have worn away with time and caused the stretch.

Therefore a new bracelet is on the way!
 
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Thank you to all for the advice. I was able to add some tension using the screwdriver trick.

However I took the bracelet to omega to get some pins and tubes. Apparently the holes have worn away with time and caused the stretch.

Therefore a new bracelet is on the way!

Just out of curiosity… how much does a replacement bracelet run?

I might need to do the same the next time I get a service.
 
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Just out of curiosity… how much does a replacement bracelet run?

I might need to do the same the next time I get a service.

In USD they are currently $710.
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I am having the same issue with my 2254.50 bracelet’s dive extension. It’s a fairly simple fix. Remove the pin where the dive extension meets the clasp link (first link on the bracelet). Once you do that, the dive extension should come loose, but be careful not to lose the tube that is still in the end of the dive extension. Remove the tube, the take a small screw driver and pry the dive extension forks apart very slightly. The tube must be remove to do this because you could damage it if you don’t. Be easy and pry a little at a time until you get to the point that when you snap the dive extension closed, you feel a good snick or a nice snack, and it feels solid. Once you’ve achieved this, extend the extension, replace the tube, insert the dive extension back into the clasp link, and replace the pin.

Essentially all you are doing is putting positive tension back into the fork prongs of the dive extension in order for it to snap back into its detent with more authority.

Best,

Judson
2254.50 for life!

Thank you so much for this tip, 2254.50 for life, for sure!