New strap for cheap, old watch...?
New strap for cheap, old watch...?
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anonymous-user

Original Poster:

84 months

Friday 23rd February 2024
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Hi, I've got an old Lorus watch that I have sentimental attachment to but it's stainless steel strap is busted. I've looked online and can't order one for that model anymore. Is there such a thing as a 'universal' stainless steel strap for, I think a 22mm fitting. Sorry if this is a stupid question but I've never fixed a watch before, usually just replace them. I want another stainless strap not leather or fabric

Voldemort

7,601 posts

308 months

Friday 23rd February 2024
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There are thousands to pick from. Just type "22mm watch steel bracelet" into eBay search and pick one you like. Also any high street watch shop/battery booth will have the same and will fit it for you.

gregs656

12,378 posts

211 months

Friday 23rd February 2024
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Could also browse eBay, only way to keep the fitted end links.

Or if the clasp is broken you may just be able to replace that.

DLT 222

90 posts

220 months

Friday 23rd February 2024
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www.forstnerbands.co.uk

Some nice ones on there. Just search 22mm

anonymous-user

Original Poster:

84 months

Friday 23rd February 2024
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DLT 222 said:
www.forstnerbands.co.uk

Some nice ones on there. Just search 22mm
Thanks man, but I doubt the watch cost what those straps do!!

magpie215

5,033 posts

219 months

Friday 23rd February 2024
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22mm is a really common size.

Should be easy to find a nice replacement.

Mr_C

2,508 posts

259 months

r159

2,536 posts

104 months

Sunday 25th February 2024
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AliExpress is the best place for a low cost bracelet.

anonymous-user

Original Poster:

84 months

Saturday 2nd March 2024
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Thanks all, I've ordered a generic strap, should be here tomorrow

anonymous-user

Original Poster:

84 months

Thursday 7th March 2024
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Thanks for replies, I got a cheapo stainless strap and have had a new battery put into the old watch. Lifetime battery and strap adjusted from a wee fella at Timsons and I have a twenty year old Lorus my Mrs gave me working fine on my wrist. Probably spent more than the watch cost getting it back but sentiments a funny old thing isn't it!!

Barchettaman

7,277 posts

162 months

Friday 8th March 2024
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That all seems entirely sensible to me! All we need now is a photo of the Lorus on its new bracelet.

anonymous-user

Original Poster:

84 months

Thursday 14th March 2024
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Barchettaman said:
That all seems entirely sensible to me! All we need now is a photo of the Lorus on its new bracelet.


My beloved cheapo....