Where to buy original fat springbar for Sub 16610?

[csyang33]

Hi,

any experts know where I can get original fat springbars for Submariner 16610? I called RSC but they don't sell them just like that. Need to do servicing, which then includes replacement of the springbars. I asked AD but they don't sell either.

There are lots of those thinner springbars from watch shops but not sure if the strength is good enough? Also, those thinner springbars does not flush against the pinholes like the original ones.

RSC wants to charge more than the
springbars itself.

[_Reborn]

Top Hour

Hi,

any experts know where I can get original fat springbars for Submariner 16610? I called RSC but they don't sell them just like that. Need to do servicing, which then includes replacement of the springbars. I asked AD but they don't sell either.

There are lots of those thinner springbars from watch shops but not sure if the strength is good enough? Also, those thinner springbars does not flush against the pinholes like the original ones.

Top Hour at Lucky Plaza.

[taxico]

The loss is not as bad as some others i had but it is that "fear" it will come loose that stops me from using it longer. I would rate it the better one among those non-rolex springbars i bought... I would still get yours if i don't plan on removing the springbars often.

springbar "failure" isn't usually a problem solely caused by over-compressed internal springs but rather usually because at least one end breaks free from the mid-shaft/tube during removal.

it's not a matter of buying from RSC - these bars are cheap and i have even gotten them free before.

it's just that they will no longer sell them. blame the market...

[burningacid]

I see.
Is the loss in tension very bad. Ie. rendering it anywhere near useless

Thats why original is original. Cannot beat it. Haw haw.

The loss is not as bad as some others i had but it is that "fear" it will come loose that stops me from using it longer. I would rate it the better one among those non-rolex springbars i bought... I would still get yours if i don't plan on removing the springbars often.

[Trinidad]

Sorry for the late reply!

The springbars you gave are not as strong as the original. I used one of yours and one original at the same time. Not sure how to explain but the spring inside the springbar loses the tension after 1 month or so as I change my leather nato straps often. The original springbar is still going strong though.

I see.
Is the loss in tension very bad. Ie. rendering it anywhere near useless

Thats why original is original. Cannot beat it. Haw haw.

[burningacid]

buy from RSC @ hefty price?

The original? It came with the watch orginally. I tried to buy from RSC but they don't sell it seperately. Need to send for serviving then they might replace a new pair...

[triton]

buy from RSC @ hefty price?

Sorry for the late reply!

The springbars you gave are not as strong as the original. I used one of yours and one original at the same time. Not sure how to explain but the spring inside the springbar loses the tension after 1 month or so as I change my leather nato straps often. The original springbar is still going strong though.

[burningacid]

Its been quite a few months, any feedback on the fat springbars i passed you?

I havent used any yet myself as i still have my originals.

Sorry for the late reply!

The springbars you gave are not as strong as the original. I used one of yours and one original at the same time. Not sure how to explain but the spring inside the springbar loses the tension after 1 month or so as I change my leather nato straps often. The original springbar is still going strong though.

[Trinidad]

Its been quite a few months, any feedback on the fat springbars i passed you?

I havent used any yet myself as i still have my originals.

[Trinidad]

Plse try it out for the next few months and see if the quality is good and let me know.

[Trinidad]

Okie dokie, will do!

You can email or PM me with your hp for the springbars.

Christmas came early....haha

[burningacid]

Ok, but as i am travelling to three different countries in the next one month, plse check back and remind me if i forget.

Okie dokie, will do!

[Trinidad]

Sure! Will wait for your PM then. Thanks alot!

Ok, but as i am travelling to three different countries in the next one month, plse check back and remind me if i forget.

[burningacid]

TS, i tell you what.

I am procuring some fat spring bars for my pinhole Submariner and GMT and explorer 2 from my trusted source overseas.
When i get them, i pass you a pair.
If you are not happy about them, you can keep for free.
If you are happy about them, you can pay me any amount you think is fair.

Cool?

Downside, it may take up to a month.

Sure! Will wait for your PM then. Thanks alot!

[Trinidad]

TS, i tell you what.

I am procuring some fat spring bars for my pinhole Submariner and GMT and explorer 2 from my trusted source overseas.
When i get them, i pass you a pair.
If you are not happy about them, you can keep for free.
If you are happy about them, you can pay me any amount you think is fair.

Cool?

Downside, it may take up to a month.