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2 November 2013, 02:26 AM | #1 |
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A stretched bracelet, RSC New York and a five digit cost to replace
As you might have seen, I posted an incoming thread describing how my grandfather gave me his 14k YG date (1503) circa 1974. It had been his daily watch since that time. Needless to say, the bracelet is extremely stretched to the point that I won't wear it for fear it will give out at any moment.
After consulting with you guys, it seemed like I had 2 options: 1) See if Michael Young could fix it and 2) get a quote on a new one from RSC. I called the RSC in NY a few minutes ago and spoke to a rep about it. She informed me that they no longer make the 14k YG jubilee and have none in stock. Therefore, I could purchase an 18K jubilee for $13,600 (yes, that's USD). Or, if I traded my other one in, the new one would cost only $11,400. She also stated that the new 18k yg would NOT match the color of the 14k yg 1503. On a related note, she confirmed that the bracelet I have is not gold plated; rather, it is all gold. This seems a little steep to me; any input would be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Below are pics of my current bracelet: |
2 November 2013, 02:27 AM | #2 |
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Michael Young sounds like the way to go =)
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Strap time.
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Leather straps look very nice - sometimes $uper nice!
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I don't know if MY could fix the bracelet, it looks pertty far gone. He's a member here I'd PM him and have him look at your pics. The other option as noted would be a nice leather strap, possibly with custom endlinks by Smartyjones, another member here. If price were no object... but wow that's pretty steep!
Please keep us posted on your journey with your heirloom.
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2 November 2013, 02:48 AM | #8 |
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It may be beyond repair - maybe MY could do it, or a jeweller, but it will COST.
I agree; don't wear it on that one. Try a few nice straps. |
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Send it to the strap God in Hong Kong…
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i would put the deployment buckle on a new leather strap and call it a day.
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2 November 2013, 06:27 AM | #12 |
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I used to make and repair jewellery and I think that the bracelet you have has reached the end of it's 'use by' life.
You could find a really skilled repairer but when something has been worn for a long time the links wear and repairing it is a job too far. When metal has worn away the only way to repair it is to replace the worn metal and on a bracelet it is a near impossible task. One option open to you is to get some bracelet links from a similar sized piece of jewellery if the current end links and clasp are still usable but there might be a slight mis-match of the colour. Another option is to buy a leather strap and a buckle or a deployant clasp and go for something different. |
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Thanks all. Can you tell me what is his user name? I searched and found no "Michael young"; however, I did find a "michaelyong".
I will also look here in the for sale section to see if anyone has one that will work and be (at least as close as I can get to) correct to the vintage. Any leads are appreciated! I will post in the WTB also. Regards |
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$13,000, funny. It's a shame, but I'd be shocked if that could be restored...
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Thats some badly worn bracelet I would go the repair option with Michael Young, but could take quite a few weeks or months depending on his work load.
Michael Young web site http://www.classicwatchparts.com/index.php
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Put it on a nice leather strap.....
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I would try Michael Young.
Let us know how it turns out.... |
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Thanks all. I have sent an email and pics to Mr. Young. I'll keep you informed.
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If it is repairable, the cost will be much much less than the RSC quote for a new replacement. If not you'll know, and can move on to other options. In that event, a leather strap would look great on this reference. Either way, a wonderful heirloom!
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Hope he's able to restore it
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I had a similar issue with my two tone sub and a friend had the same with his dads datejust, imho the best answer is this: get a SS bracelet to replace yours, you likely wont be able to get it from RSC (although they already seem to be in a grey area offering you the 18k version)
A SS bracelet sourced from wherever you can find it (patience may be needed) will look great. Both my sub & friends datejust looked wonderful on the new & tight SS bracelets. Ps i was able to sell my original very stretched TT bracelet at the cost of a new SS version.
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2 November 2013, 04:49 AM | #26 |
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thats maybe the most stretched ive seen , try the crescent picture , vvery interested to see how close to a full circle it is ,,
the only man for the job ,,,, mr young. mean time nice strap. and enjoy very good chance for befor e and after pics though |
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Almost! Note: all pieces laying flat on the granite.
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2 November 2013, 06:31 AM | #29 |
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ill bet that combo could tell some storys if it could only just speak.
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2 November 2013, 06:49 AM | #30 |
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The good news (if you want to look at it this way) is that Rolex cannot replace the bracelet with a matching replacement anyway, so the 5 figures to do go that route doesn't even come into play.
You don't have to choose between an MY repair or a leather strap. Assuming Michael can fix it, you can do both.
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