Rolex 6694 Bracelet in need of repair

[BrehmerR]

So I was recently able to purchase a really nice, fully original oysterdate precision, case ref. 6694 with a steel bracelet. I bought it as a non runner and I have already ordered a new case tube, gaskets and crystal since they were all in desperate need of replacement. The dial is in 95% perfect condition and the hands in ok condition with some slight damages to the finish unfortunately. I got it for a really good price though... about 1700 USD. 

The real issue lies within the bracelet however. As shown in the pictures, one rivet has broken off that keeps the end link fastened to the bracelet. some rivets are badly bent and the bracelet is in overall pretty sad shape. I have absolutely zero experience in repairing bracelets even though I have repaired hundreds of watches /: Is there anyone who can tell me what can be done here? Do i need to make new rivets somehow? Can I get some sort of faux rivets instead and can I bend up the hollow bracelet links in order to replace some bent rivets or anything alike. Really, as much information as possible on different option of what to do would be immensely appreciated. 
Thanks(:

 

[gbyleveldt]

Not sure how much you feel like getting into “manufacturing”, but I came across this the other day as I have some Tag bracelets that need disassembly of permanent links.

https://www.rolliworks.com/post/oyster-bracelet-too-long-removal-of-permanent-link-explained

Not exactly the same bracelet, but the principle of what’s involved is explained. I think it’s fascinating.

[BrehmerR]

5 hours ago, gbyleveldt said:

Not sure how much you feel like getting into “manufacturing”, but I came across this the other day as I have some Tag bracelets that need disassembly of permanent links.

https://www.rolliworks.com/post/oyster-bracelet-too-long-removal-of-permanent-link-explained

Not exactly the same bracelet, but the principle of what’s involved is explained. I think it’s fascinating.

That was something in the line of what I was thinking so it was nice to have a read at that article. It seemed like a significantly more elementary process than I had imagined. 
I will look into that method but I will not start until I have received some more advice. I really don't want to mess this bracelet up for obvious reasons...

Anyways, super big thanks for that help(:
It rejoices me that there are so many helpful people here(:

[tomh207]

It might be worth getting a selection like this and try first. I have used these to fix a fair few clasps on bracelets.

https://www.cousinsuk.com/category/fittings-pressure-bars-rivet-ends
 

Tom

[BrehmerR]

1 hour ago, tomh207 said:

It might be worth getting a selection like this and try first. I have used these to fix a fair few clasps on bracelets.

https://www.cousinsuk.com/category/fittings-pressure-bars-rivet-ends
 

Tom

That is precisely spot on what I was looking for! I was looking around on cousins but was only able to find metal pins which you then would have to rivet yourself. The biggest problem is that I don't have the machinery to polish the rivets after so this is perfect.

Big thanks(: