Rolex Bracelets 6251 M - 6252 M
Rolex Bracelets 6251M and 6252M – Vintage Men’s Bracelets (M = Homme / Men's)
The Rolex 6251M and 6252M are vintage men’s bracelets from the 1950s and 1960s, with the “M” suffix indicating “Montre Homme” or men’s size. These references represent two different bracelet types used on early Rolex Oyster models:
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6251M = Jubilee bracelet
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6252M = Oyster bracelet
Both were manufactured in stainless steel and intended for Rolex watches with 19 mm or 20 mm lug widths, including early Datejust, Oyster Perpetual, and Explorer models.
Rolex Bracelet 6251M – Jubilee Bracelet for Men
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Bracelet Reference | 6251M |
| Bracelet Type | Jubilee (5-piece links) |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Link Style | Riveted or hollow folded links |
| Lug Width | Usually 20 mm |
| Common End Links | 50, 55, 60 |
| Clasp Type | Folding clasp with coronet |
| Use | Datejust 1601, Oyster Perpetual 1002, Explorer 1016 |
Design Features:
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Five-piece construction: Outer links brushed, center links polished.
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Flexible and elegant, designed more for dress and formal models.
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Some examples may show stretch with age due to hollow construction.
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Stamped clasp with date code, often marked "REGISTERED SWISS MADE".
Rolex Bracelet 6252M – Oyster Bracelet for Men
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Bracelet Reference | 6252M |
| Bracelet Type | Oyster (3-piece links) |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Link Style | Riveted or folded |
| Lug Width | Typically 20 mm (some 19 mm versions exist) |
| Common End Links | 58, 60, 61 |
| Clasp Type | Early folding clasp, non-Fliplock |
| Use | Oyster Perpetual 1002, Explorer 1016, Air-King 5500 |
Design Features:
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Three-piece sportier design, originally riveted then evolved into folded styles.
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Brushed outer and polished center links on later examples.
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Preferred for tool watches like the Explorer and Oyster Perpetual.
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Durable but can show wear and stretch after decades of use.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | 6251M (Jubilee) | 6252M (Oyster) |
|---|---|---|
| Bracelet Style | Jubilee (5-piece) | Oyster (3-piece) |
| Target Watches | Dress models like Datejust | Sporty models like Explorer, OP |
| Link Type | Riveted or folded, hollow | Riveted or folded, hollow |
| Aesthetic | More refined and flexible | Sportier and more robust |
| Common Lug Width | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Collectibility | High for early Datejust collectors | High for vintage sports Rolex fans |
Conclusion
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The Rolex 6251M is the vintage Jubilee bracelet for men, offering flexibility, elegance, and historical relevance, especially for Datejust models of the 1950s–60s.
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The Rolex 6252M is the early Oyster bracelet for men, tougher in styling and typically paired with tool watches like the Explorer or Air-King.
Both are prized today by vintage Rolex collectors for their originality, especially when accompanied by correct end links and matching clasp date stamps.
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