One battle after another 😔

Hal10000 · Nov 13, 2025

Seems like my refusal to adopt modern bracelets just keeps causing issues. Hahaha.

Anyone ever dealt with this on vintage rivet bracelet?

Not even really sure what happened 🙃

Dan S · Nov 13, 2025

Looks like quite a few of the holes in those side pieces have become oversized from wear. Eventually more of the rivet heads will slip through. The bracelet would benefit from a re-build. If it's a Swiss bracelet, the value justifies the cost. If it's a C&I, then maybe not.

studeb · Nov 13, 2025

My watchmaker has a laser welder, he fixed one loose pin like that. That may be a less expensive and faster option.

Hal10000 · Nov 13, 2025

Dan S
Looks like quite a few of the holes in those side pieces have become oversized from wear. Eventually more of the rivet heads will slip through. The bracelet would benefit from a re-build. If it's a Swiss bracelet, the value justifies the cost. If it's a C&I, then maybe not.

That's frustrating! Yes it is Swiss. Just bought this one off eBay. I think you commented on my other post Dan.

Who would you recommend for rebuild?

Michael Young? Rolliworks?

I assume it'll be around $500 for a 7205 with 57 ends?

Canuck · Nov 13, 2025

Not sure what happened? it’s badly worn!

One battle after another 😔

Hal10000

Dan S

studeb

Hal10000

Canuck

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