I recently received my Dad's watch. It was gifted to me on Father's Day. He said he wanted to see me enjoy it as he had. It is a '96 Rolex Presidential. I am in need of links. Like many things I don't a lot about I have come here for trusted answers. I have gone to the authorized dealer locally to see about links and they have been less than helpful.
I want to keep it original and going to eBay worries me. I was hoping someone here could point me in the right direction to a trusted web site or dealer that could help me. Any ideas?

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:
I recently received my Dad's watch. It was gifted to me on Father's Day. He said he wanted to see me enjoy it as he had. It is a '96 Rolex Presidential. I am in need of links. Like many things I don't a lot about I have come here for trusted answers. I have gone to the authorized dealer locally to see about links and they have been less than helpful.
I want to keep it original and going to eBay worries me. I was hoping someone here could point me in the right direction to a trusted web site or dealer that could help me. Any ideas?

Have you checked out the Rolex Forum? Lots of great people and vendors over there.

https://www.rolexforums.com

Send a email our very own and very generous davetruong.

I can't say enough good things about him. He will take care of you.

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Originally posted by MikeGLI:

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:
I recently received my Dad's watch. It was gifted to me on Father's Day. He said he wanted to see me enjoy it as he had. It is a '96 Rolex Presidential. I am in need of links. Like many things I don't a lot about I have come here for trusted answers.

Have you checked out the Rolex Forum? Lots of great people and vendors over there.

https://www.rolexforums.com

Thanks for the quick response! I have looked over there. They have some good info. Have you dealt with folks over there?

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:

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Originally posted by MikeGLI:

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:
I recently received my Dad's watch. It was gifted to me on Father's Day. He said he wanted to see me enjoy it as he had. It is a '96 Rolex Presidential. I am in need of links. Like many things I don't a lot about I have come here for trusted answers.

Have you checked out the Rolex Forum? Lots of great people and vendors over there.

https://www.rolexforums.com

Thanks for the quick response! I have looked over there. They have some good info. Have you dealt with folks over there?

I purchased a piece from DavidSW who also happens to be local to me. Do some reading over there, search previous threads and you'll likely find the help you need. Unfortunately Ive never needed to replace any links so I can refer anyone specifically.

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Originally posted by MikeGLI:

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:

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Originally posted by MikeGLI:

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:
I recently received my Dad's watch. It was gifted to me on Father's Day. He said he wanted to see me enjoy it as he had. It is a '96 Rolex Presidential. I am in need of links. Like many things I don't a lot about I have come here for trusted answers.

Have you checked out the Rolex Forum? Lots of great people and vendors over there.

https://www.rolexforums.com

Thanks for the quick response! I have looked over there. They have some good info. Have you dealt with folks over there?

I purchased a piece from DavidSW who also happens to be local to me. Do some reading over there, search previous threads and you'll likely find the help you need. Unfortunately Ive never needed to replace any links so I can refer anyone specifically.

Thanks for your help!

RolexForum and Timezone are good spots with lots of good people. Be sure you are dealing with a member and do your research on them. But these should be an easy enough score I'd think.

I'm still waiting for pics.

Since the Rolex President bracelet is solid 18k gold (assuming you have the yellow gold version), links will be expensive. I agree with the recommendations above to contact David Truong, the forum's trusted jeweler! He will treat you right. Enjoy your Rolex!

It's funny, I wouldn't hesitate to buy or sell anything here. After being on Sigforum for a while I judge other forums by the standards set here. There are so many fakes with watches and the links it gives me pause. I'll check Timezone.
It seems my photobucket is blown up. Once I sort that out I'll post pictures up. It's a 18k yellow gold and it's solid. I was surprised how heavy. I've learned that Rolex has their own color. I want to keep it original out of respect for my father and my son who will get it when it's his turn.
I'll send David an email, maybe he'll look in here!

Wow nice gift. post pics when you can.

as noted, gold link pieces will not be cheap. Seems odd that the Authorized Rolex Dealer you are dealing with can't source and add links. Try another local dealer.

I have 2 stainless Rolex sports watches with oyster bands and they both needed a link added. My local dealer sold me the OEM part, installed it and steam cleaned my watch for me while i waited. The stainless link piece is almost $100. I can only imagine what a gold one will cost. You definitely do not want a fake or Non rolex link piece and you also want to wear and enjoy that king of the Rolex lineup.

The second watch i that i had a link installed was earlier this spring. My wife with me and she had never been into wanted a Rolex prior. The sales lady made her try on several sizes and now has her sold that a 36mm date-just is perfectly fine for a woman to wear these days and now thats what she wants... in pink mother of pearl or meteorite. good news is my wife only wears white metal jewelry so i can get away with a stainless.

I would contact Michael Young in Hong Kong to see if he has them or could point you to someone that does.

http://www.classicwatchrepair.com/

I have sent him bands for his restoration service due to the high price in the US and the unwillingness for dealers to provide the service.
The first time took a leap in faith to send something like that to Hong Kong but he didn't disappoint. Sometimes it takes a day or two to get a response so don't be surprised by that.

You can probably figure out how short it is on you, 10mm, 15mm, etc.

I'd put it on leather for now. When you are near a major Jewelers Row type area, ask around. Genuine links will be pricy.

If you send it to David (or anyone) to source links, a plain brown-paper-wrapped box with paper security tape, the address printed on the wrapping, and USPS Registered Mail is how one sends their watch to Rolex for assessment.

You could mail it to Rolex in such a fashion, ask them the price to service the watch and replace missing links. They will probably give you a service cost but not link cost ... and FLOOR you with bracelet replacement cost. But return shipping is free, and you'll know where you stand from the manufacturer.

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:

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Originally posted by MikeGLI:

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Originally posted by Bob at the Beach:
I recently received my Dad's watch. It was gifted to me on Father's Day. He said he wanted to see me enjoy it as he had. It is a '96 Rolex Presidential. I am in need of links. Like many things I don't a lot about I have come here for trusted answers.

Have you checked out the Rolex Forum? Lots of great people and vendors over there.

https://www.rolexforums.com

Thanks for the quick response! I have looked over there. They have some good info. Have you dealt with folks over there?

I have. I was referred to Jonathan Marcus at Capetown Diamond by several folks on the Rolex Forum, picked up a NOS Yachtmaster at a remarkable price and got great service. I've never bought any parts from him, but he offers replacement parts on his website capetowncorp.com

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Send a email our very own and very generous davetruong.

I can't say enough good things about him. He will take care of you.

Dave had some Rolex watches when I last stopped by and visited his store. He is a most trustworthy individual who his well thought of here to help you with your search. Call him!

http://www.mimisjewelryinc.com/

There's no need to ship the watch out to add a link or two. Rolex links are held in place by fine screws. All you need is a set of jewelers/micro screwdrivers, which you can buy at Lowes or Sears, or from Amazon. It's a simple job you can do yourself.

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Originally posted by chessiedog1:
Send a email our very own and very generous davetruong.

I can't say enough good things about him. He will take care of you.

Dave had some Rolex watches when I last stopped by and visited his store. He is a most trustworthy individual who his well thought of here to help you with your search. Call him!

http://www.mimisjewelryinc.com/

Dave is The Man.

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Originally posted by coloradohunter44:

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Originally posted by chessiedog1:
Send a email our very own and very generous davetruong.

I can't say enough good things about him. He will take care of you.

Dave had some Rolex watches when I last stopped by and visited his store. He is a most trustworthy individual who his well thought of here to help you with your search. Call him!

http://www.mimisjewelryinc.com/

That's good to know. They didn't show Rolex on their website.

DavidSW on Rolexforums can likely source links for you. Brace yourself for the price, though. Precious metals links are going to be expensive.

Hi! If you can send me a picture or serial number I can order touvone at cost. My email is david@mimisjewelryinc.com