The Rolex 6251H is a classic Jubilee-style bracelet produced during the 1950s and 1960s, designed for men’s Rolex models. The “H” in the reference stands for “Homme” (French for “men”), and the bracelet was made in two main lug widths:
6251H-19 for watches with 19 mm lugs
6251H-20 for watches with 20 mm lugs
This bracelet was commonly fitted to early Datejusts, Oyster Perpetuals, and GMT-Masters, making it an important component in Rolex’s vintage design heritage.
Feature | Description |
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Bracelet Reference | 6251H |
Bracelet Type | Jubilee (5-piece links) |
Link Construction | Hollow folded or riveted (depending on batch) |
Lug Width Options | 19 mm or 20 mm |
End Link References | 55, 57, 60, 61, 258, 271 (varies by model & width) |
Material | Stainless steel (some versions with gold center links exist) |
Clasp Type | Folding clasp with Rolex coronet |
Clasp Codes | Date-stamped (e.g., 2/60 = Q2 1960) |
Production Period | Late 1950s–early 1970s |
Five-Piece Links: Three inner polished links flanked by two brushed outer links for elegance and flexibility.
Stamped End Pieces: Each bracelet’s end links were shaped and stamped to fit specific cases and lug widths.
Lightweight Feel: The folded/riveted link design gives a smooth drape on the wrist and a distinctly vintage character.
No Fliplock Extension: This bracelet was meant for daily wear and dress watches, not tool watches like divers.
Lug Width | Compatible Models | Common End Links |
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19 mm | Datejust 1600-series, Oyster Perpetual 1002 | 258, 271 |
20 mm | Datejust 1601/1603, GMT-Master 1675 | 55, 60, 61 |
Note: Exact end link compatibility depends on the watch case shape and thickness.
The 6251H is one of the most collectible early Jubilee bracelets, especially for collectors restoring period-correct Datejusts or GMTs.
Value increases when the bracelet has:
Original clasp
Matching end links
Minimal stretch
Correct clasp date stamp
These bracelets are often found with varying degrees of stretch and wear due to age, but tight, full-length examples are rare and valuable.
Feature | 6251H-19 | 6251H-20 |
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Lug Width | 19 mm | 20 mm |
Watch Fit | Slim Datejusts, OPs | Standard Datejusts, GMT-Master |
End Link Range | 258, 271 | 55, 60, 61 |
Feel on Wrist | More compact and elegant | Slightly wider and more robust |
The Rolex 6251H Jubilee bracelet is a vintage icon—elegant, comfortable, and historically correct for many mid-century Rolex watches. Whether in 19 mm or 20 mm form, it pairs beautifully with Datejusts, Oyster Perpetuals, and early GMT-Masters, offering timeless style and a uniquely vintage wrist presence. For collectors, an authentic 6251H with matching end links is a prized find.
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