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I kind of regret buying my SA on leather because after seeing the full SS version and trying it on today I really like it.
In the summer time it may be too much bling on a sleeveless wrist but today wearing my suit it really looks good on the wrist.

I have decided to order one in tommorow.

I just want to know how easy these are to size? Would I be able to do it myself at home?

Also, what watch tool is recommended for this? I already have a Bergeon 6767-F, is this sufficient?

6767F is only for changing straps / bracelets, you need a watchmaker's screwdriver to size it. Easiest way is just to get the AD to do it - it's a one time thing.

Just make sure that the micro adjustment in the clasp is set in the middle when they size it, then you can adjust yourself for any wrist size changes in winter / summer - the 6767F will work for the micro adjustment.

Are these screwdrivers expensive? and if I get one, would it be a simple job to size the bracelet myself?

The main reason why I was looking to do it myself is because I was going to buy online from say Andrew Michaels or Banks Lyon because they offer better prices than local dealers.
Also, I trust myself more than a salesperson handling my shiny SA.

You want a Bergeon 160 (1.6mm) or Bergeon 180 (1.8mm), although the latter is much harder to find individually. Not hugely expensive and it's fairly straightforward to remove links.

It is quite a simple job. Just confusing with the the way the links are so you need to take out extra links initially.

Tip here - http://www.breitlingsource.com/articles_bias.shtml
Video - http://www.breitlingsource.com/video_ar ... Adjustment

How to change strap - http://www.breitlingsource.com/video_ar ... p%20Change

Taking off top bit


Removed it shows the two prongs from the bottom link. The middle link straddles one pin on the two bottom links.


What the bottom link looks like at top (remove from other side to balance bracelet)


Slid off to create space for new link


New link positioned ready to have centre bits and top parts put on and then screws put back in.


Just use a good screwdriever and take your time. Just remember that you need to take apart more links than a normal SS bracelet. In the above picture to remove that link I have just put in you would have to take off three top bits and 2 middle bits to enable you to remove that link.

Also depending on the size of your wrist you may not need to remove links but can use the holes in the clasp itself to shorten the braclet. IN the picture below theere are three holes that the braclet can be moved to in order to shorten it, This is a lot easier than removing links.


I can't remember where I downloaded this from but it is useful in showing the options.