The links can be repaired

I think most jewelers could repair the gold link. However the stainless link would need to be laser welded and then drilled. It would cost more that buying replacement parts.

The pins are straight forward and watch repair shop will have access to the pins. I still feel going into any competent watch repair shop will solve your problem at a reasonable cost.

If you are so inclined your other alternative is to post a WTB (want to buy) ad on the one of the Rolex forums that have a sales section. Unfortunately there is not one here. But you may have someone with some parts that they are willing to sell that may fit the bill.

Please keep us posted as it would be a shame to leave that watch in a drawer.

Actually one final idea. Have you considered a nice leather strap. It will give the watch a whole new look. I would go with a vintage strap rather than a modern one. You can also have fun and dress the watch up or down with Nato straps either a solid black one or color combinations. Below is a nice black nato strap super inexpensive and wears great.

Rolex on black Nato

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Rolex 16613 spare parts (93253 bracelet)

By: ginosmyth : August 25th, 2013-16:05

Hi All, I am new to this forum, and hope that I can gain some knowledge from other members I have a Rolex Sub 16613 and the clasp rivet and bar has broken Also, the solid gold link that joins the clasp has eroded and so I need this either repaired or repl...

All your points are valid

By: Bill : August 28th, 2013-11:59

You may want to start at your local watch maker. They usually have parts or know where to get the parts. Not sure which neck of the woods you are to recommend a source for parts. On of the biggest sources for all kinds of parts is Otto Frei a quick search...

RE:All your points are valid

By: ginosmyth : August 28th, 2013-14:32

Hi Bill Very grateful for you replying to my post. I am in Coventry in the United Kingdom, and the world famous Jewellery Quarter is in Birmingham, only a half an hour away. I was considering getting the gold link repaired there, but dont know who is repu...

The links can be repaired

By: Bill : August 28th, 2013-18:08

Bracelet repair and alternative strap

By: ginosmyth : August 29th, 2013-01:15

Hi Bill, Thanks again for your reply, and help, you have given me more to think about. I have responded below next to your comments: I think most jewelers could repair the gold link. However the stainless link would need to be laser welded and then drille...