Forstner are excellent quality.
They do a rivet oyster style in 19mm, either with stretch or solid.
https://www.forstnerbands.co.uk
I'm looking to purchase an Oyster bracelet to replace the Rolex 7835 bracelet on my late 60's Tudor Prince Oysterdate.
The current bracelet looks great on the watch, but has a bit of stretch & will need a couple of the folded links removing - so I'm planning on removing & saving it in its current condition.
The 7835 has a really nice taper from 18.5mm down to 12.5mm with a very narrow clasp - is there anyone out there making a good quality, similar style (19mm lugs) bracelet for reasonable money?
Also open to other bracelet / strap suggestions for the watch, that would compliment the fabulous sunburst grey dial - show me your pics!
Forstner are excellent quality.
They do a rivet oyster style in 19mm, either with stretch or solid.
https://www.forstnerbands.co.uk
Recently purchased one from watchgeko for a 60s Seiko
It was on a sale and feels decent quality but I have not fitted it yet so can't comment on comfort. I don't think there is much of a taper
and the endlinks are only available in 18 mm ,if I remember correctly .
I looked for a good quality generic bracelet and after reading some reviews these were well received.
I also looked on Ebay at vintage rivet bracelets, although available the asking prices were high and I couldn't justify having a bracelet worth more than the watch !
They may well be more suited for your needs
I have pointed out to Forstners several times to make a near as possible copy (homage) to the 1960’s Rolex C&I USA rivet oyster bracelet. If they make that I reckon they would sell out instantly.
Yes, there seems to be a definate gap in the market for this kind of bracelet - there must be plenty of good condition Tudor / Rolex watches from the 60's & 70's that have bracelets at the end of their useful life.
Thanks - I will check out the website.
I rember seeing a YouTube vid from a jewlers in London who rebuilds/ refurb them , maybe worth a enquiry?