Killasam 0 Posted July 6, 2010 Today i got up and went to put on my 'now scuffed up' but still Beautifulllll Rolex Dayona.. I put it on then put my arm to my side and the watch feel of my rist... it hit the flaw and i before i burst our in tears i had to check just what had happened. one of the spring bars had broken... so now im goin to be watchless for awhile.... i was actually fairly upset with quality of the spring bar used in the watch, it was dented and bent nowonder it feel apart im suprised it lasted this long.... however im going to focus more on getting it fixed atm Is there anyone with a spare 20mm x 1.78mm 316L stainless steel springbar! i really need your help there is a set on ebay for $10 with $3 shipping witch is unbeleive for a peice of steal so i was wondering if anyone her can help me out!! All replys will be appreciated. Thanks Sam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fakemaster 0 Posted July 6, 2010 Tough one. I had the same thing happen. Fortunately I caught it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 988 Posted July 6, 2010 LOL, I can sell you a whole box for a few dollars more At that price they are probably OEM rolex spec bars. Worry not for one of the UK members will be along shortly with a new pair for you. We have to look after our 100,000th poster! Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Killasam 0 Posted July 6, 2010 LOL, I can sell you a whole box for a few dollars more At that price they are probably OEM rolex spec bars. Worry not for one of the UK members will be along shortly with a new pair for you. We have to look after our 100,000th poster! Col. lol Thanks Col and i had completely forgotten that i was the 100,000th poster... thanks for reminding me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 78 Posted July 6, 2010 Paging Sconey & Brightlight.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverspeed 10 Posted July 6, 2010 Let me know if the UK members can't help you...I'm pretty sure I have a few spares Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted July 6, 2010 I'd help you if I had any spare!! Might be worth popping along to a local watchsmith and just asking if he has any 20(?)mm springbars spare. If it cost you 50p for a couple then it's still quite a lot but better than not having a watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted July 6, 2010 100,000th poster? tsssssssssssssssssssssk! good luck with your watch Sam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,350 Posted July 6, 2010 i would imagine any local watchsmith would have spring bars for a 20mm band for cheap. they are very common. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllergyDoc 40 Posted July 6, 2010 Guy at the mall watch shop put some on an old DD of mine and charged me $5. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Killasam 0 Posted July 7, 2010 Sooo, noone can help me ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 78 Posted July 7, 2010 Sooo, noone can help me ? if no-one has spares for you (I'm afraid I've got nothing spare under 22, sorry...), you can pick 'em up cheap on ebay or even amazon... Alternatively pick up a box of mixed sizes. They'll probably come in handy later... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Killasam 0 Posted July 7, 2010 just ran to my local watch repair place......... fucking closed ? wtf its wensday 3 oclock how are they closed.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted July 7, 2010 LOL My local one is closed too on a wednesday - I think it's the old way of working, only working a 5 day week but having a day off mid-week to counter the saturday spent at work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OHMYGODITSAPANERAI 0 Posted July 7, 2010 May I make a suggestion? Using a simple jewelers file, some patience and elbow grease I would suggest widening the holes inside the lugs that the spring bard go in to. Then get a set a genuine spec. spring bars. They are much beefier, but the posts are too wide to go in to the stock holes. The holes are usually deep enough, just not wide enough. I have found that using one of the jewelers needle files (the one bent at about a 45 degree angle at the end) allows it to be inserted and turned in both directions so to widen the hole. If you wish to do this, I have an entire box of gen spec spring bars and would be willing to send you a couple sets. If Ive confused you, I could take a couple pictures of what I am talking about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted July 7, 2010 May I make a suggestion? Using a simple jewelers file, some patience and elbow grease I would suggest widening the holes inside the lugs that the spring bard go in to. Then get a set a genuine spec. spring bars. They are much beefier, but the posts are too wide to go in to the stock holes. The holes are usually deep enough, just not wide enough.I have found that using one of the jewelers needle files (the one bent at about a 45 degree angle at the end) allows it to be inserted and turned in both directions so to widen the hole. If you wish to do this, I have an entire box of gen spec spring bars and would be willing to send you a couple sets. If Ive confused you, I could take a couple pictures of what I am talking about. I do not have a daytona, but would like to see what you are referring to thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OHMYGODITSAPANERAI 0 Posted July 7, 2010 Here you go, should give you the basic idea. Here are the basics. Make sure to cover the lug that you are not working on with something so that you dont nick it with the file. Insert the file at a 90 degree angle in to the original hole. Do not use alot of pressure at first, but turn the file in circular motions (both directions). As the hole opens up, you will need to use slightly increasing pressure. The key is to make the hole JUST big enough for the wider pins. You do not want there to be play once they are installed. I use the round file, and then just before it is the correct width I use the triangular file to get a slight bevel on the very outside edge. I then go back with the triangular file and remove and burrs around the edge. Takes some time, but Ive never found a way that you could use a drill press when not drilling at a proper 90 degree angle and this has proven to work quite well. Pictures are in reverse order. Note the gen spring bars are on the LEFT. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites