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My granddad passed away, four days ago and my grandmother handed me two watches. They aren’t that good of quality but I like to wear them for a few years to remember him as da sentimental piece. When I tried to replace size the bracelet the link almost broke because it’s that poor of quality. Does anybody know what types of bracelets these are or where I could find one like this ? 

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If you have a look at cousins uk watch parts, there is a section of the catalogue which deals with bracelets, if in the US then Jules borel, Esslingers do the same. With them being quartz units check the battery housings and change the batteries.  The bracelets are tapered so measure for length and across the case lugs for the fitting width. Depending on the state of the case fitting pins, change these also.  a picture of the movements would be handy.

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