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MaxilloFacial · 5 February 2009, 10:07 AM

Hey guys. Im a bit upset.... I purchased a brand new SS daytona a few days ago and it has the old clasp :(

How fair is that??? (from an AD)

Randy · 5 February 2009, 10:19 AM

Only fair if they charged you 9200.00 old price, new clasp 9925.00

MaxilloFacial · 5 February 2009, 10:22 AM

i had to pay a premium too...

rescue7 · 5 February 2009, 10:57 AM

Actually the old price in Canada for a S/S Daytona with the older clasp was $9600 and if you got the new clasp it's $10050, Plus taxes in Canuck buck.

chenx15 · 5 February 2009, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by MaxilloFacial

i had to pay a premium too...

that's normal in canada

kokovovoru · 5 February 2009, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by MaxilloFacial

i had to pay a premium too...

Most Daytona owners here paid a premium or list price for thier brand new Daytona. Sometimes you just don't have the choice to choose between the two clasp designs when these watches are scarce.

MaxilloFacial · 5 February 2009, 11:19 AM

should I feel ripped off? I feel like calling rolex canada

frostie · 5 February 2009, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MaxilloFacial

should I feel ripped off? I feel like calling rolex canada

Why feel ripped off ?

If you are enjoying the watch who cares ?

You got yourself a great watch

Enjoy it

Yume-sama · 5 February 2009, 11:25 AM

Nobody looks at the clasp, nor does it effect how the watch works.

Enjoy it!

MaxilloFacial · 5 February 2009, 11:32 AM

it's just the idea of buying something new only to learn that you didnt buy the newest that you would've expected in 2009?

tsthk · 5 February 2009, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by MaxilloFacial

it's just the idea of buying something new only to learn that you didnt buy the newest that you would've expected in 2009?

My new V serial SS Daytona also came w/ the old clasp. I asked Rolex HK and they say the ADs can't control what Switzerland sends them and don't know when they will only start receiving Daytonas w/ the new clasp. Don't feel ripped off.... the old clasp is supposed to be better anyway.

kokovovoru · 5 February 2009, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Yume-sama

Nobody looks at the clasp, nor does it effect how the watch works.
Enjoy it!

It's all good, whether it's new clasp or old - it's a brand new watch. Just enjoy the watch. No one will bother to even look at your clasp.

Nica64 · 5 February 2009, 11:41 AM

Just enjoy your watch don't worry about the clasp, just don forget is a Rolex!!!

enjoy in good health!!!

padi56 · 6 February 2009, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Yume-sama

Nobody looks at the clasp, nor does it effect how the watch works.

Enjoy it!

Have to agree and the main important thing is the movement old clasp new clasp they both function the same to keep secure on wrist.

ROLEX MAN · 5 February 2009, 11:54 AM

the old clasp will be of more value one day, because it is no longer made!

MaxilloFacial · 5 February 2009, 11:58 AM

at least I hope my watch has the blue parachrome haha. I hope...

P.S. its an M87.......

Starwalker · 5 February 2009, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by MaxilloFacial

at least I hope my watch has the blue parachrome haha. I hope...

P.S. its an M87.......

from my understanding anything Z and beyond has the parachrome blue

MaxilloFacial · 5 February 2009, 12:59 PM

the AD claimed to have recieved it himself that same day. it was still in the small plastic box when he took it out from the back. I guess its distribution and the US has a rate that moves a lot quicker than Canada? I still like my watch, esp. since I bonded with it after knowing I was getting it fresh off the boat

Travis · 5 February 2009, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLEX MAN

the old clasp will be of more value one day, because it is no longer made!

Please tell us you are kidding

Tools · 5 February 2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Travis

Please tell us you are kidding

The so-called "old clasp" has always been considered a thing of beauty from the day it hit the market. It is a solid piece of SS or gold, designed, formed, and polished into a work of art..

This single piece has been sought after for years as a replacement for any Rolex clasp if only a consumer could get his hands on it..

There is no question that Daytona's with that particular clasp will be more rare and looked for by collectors in the future....It will be a benefit..

The latest offering is not a "new" clasp, but the same cast channel offerings found on the rest of the line with only a couple of minor cosmetics on the outside..

... I'll take one with that "old" clasp on it any day of the week....

acce1999 · 6 February 2009, 06:18 PM

I agree completely. The older clasp is MUCH better! Slimmer, nicer... better in all ways!

Best,

A

kokovovoru · 5 February 2009, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLEX MAN

the old clasp will be of more value one day, because it is no longer made!

Agreed.

Dr.B · 5 February 2009, 11:59 AM

I have a SS "V" Daytona - old clasp....and I love it!

you've come so far · 5 February 2009, 12:37 PM

Nobody forced you to buy that one

topcat30093 · 5 February 2009, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by you've come so far

Nobody forced you to buy that one

That was my thought as well.

TovaMedia · 5 February 2009, 02:48 PM

Would someone point me to a description or images of the old versus new clasp? I just got a SS Daytona white dial as my first Rolex a few weeks ago.

Z-Sub · 5 February 2009, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by TovaMedia

Would someone point me to a description or images of the old versus new clasp? I just got a SS Daytona white dial as my first Rolex a few weeks ago.

if you don't have the one shown by Larry then you have the newer clasp.

Felly Jr. had posted picture of the new bracelet. I can search for it.

MaxilloFacial · 5 February 2009, 03:04 PM

I actually only learned about the new clasp on this forum. I joined a day after my purchase.

Ignorance on my part? Maybe

But with the special status given by rolex to an authorized dealer, you'd only hope to be given what you pay for; so if I was looking for the newest that Rolex has to offer, its upsetting to be given something else under the title "new".

charliec · 6 February 2009, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by you've come so far

Nobody forced you to buy that one

Bit harsh my man don't you think?

We all reserve the right to wait for something and hope it ticks all the boxes don't you agree? Anyway the OP saved himself $700 + another premium so he's probably glad it's the 78490 !!!

you've come so far · 6 February 2009, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by charliec

Bit harsh my man don't you think?

We all reserve the right to wait for something and hope it ticks all the boxes don't you agree? Anyway the OP saved himself $700 + another premium so he's probably glad it's the 78490 !!!

Not harsh. When you are spending nearly 10K, you should do your research. If you walk into AD and they dont have exactly what you want, vote with your wallet and purchase exactly what you want elsewhere. Nobody but you can determine how you spend your money.

I walked into my AD to buy my watch. All they had was floor model from the case. I wanted BNIB so I had them order it and waited 2.5 weeks. I didnt buy something I wasnt 100% happy with.

5 February 2009, 10:07 AM	#1
MaxilloFacial Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 34	"New" daytona Hey guys. Im a bit upset.... I purchased a brand new SS daytona a few days ago and it has the old clasp :( How fair is that??? (from an AD)

5 February 2009, 10:22 AM	#3
MaxilloFacial Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 34	:( i had to pay a premium too...

5 February 2009, 11:19 AM	#7
MaxilloFacial Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 34	soo should I feel ripped off? I feel like calling rolex canada

5 February 2009, 11:32 AM	#10
MaxilloFacial Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 34	but you know.. it's just the idea of buying something new only to learn that you didnt buy the newest that you would've expected in 2009?

5 February 2009, 11:41 AM	#13
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Just enjoy your watch don't worry about the clasp, just don forget is a Rolex!!! enjoy in good health!!! __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

5 February 2009, 10:19 AM	#2
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	Only fair if they charged you 9200.00 old price, new clasp 9925.00

5 February 2009, 10:57 AM	#4
rescue7 Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Rescueguy Location: Here Watch: DSSD Posts: 1,129	Actually the old price in Canada for a S/S Daytona with the older clasp was $9600 and if you got the new clasp it's $10050, Plus taxes in Canuck buck.

5 February 2009, 11:25 AM	#9
Yume-sama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: CAN / SIN Watch: Plat. Masterpiece Posts: 1,959	Nobody looks at the clasp, nor does it effect how the watch works. Enjoy it!

5 February 2009, 11:54 AM	#15
ROLEX MAN 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: Home and Away Watch: you? "YES PLEASE"! Posts: 3,719	the old clasp will be of more value one day, because it is no longer made! __________________ *it's not just about telling the time...* *happy rolexing...* I'm just a man with a passion

5 February 2009, 11:58 AM	#16
MaxilloFacial Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 34	thanks for the input! at least I hope my watch has the blue parachrome haha. I hope... P.S. its an M87.......

5 February 2009, 12:59 PM	#18
MaxilloFacial Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 34	the weird thing is the AD claimed to have recieved it himself that same day. it was still in the small plastic box when he took it out from the back. I guess its distribution and the US has a rate that moves a lot quicker than Canada? I still like my watch, esp. since I bonded with it after knowing I was getting it fresh off the boat

6 February 2009, 06:18 PM	#21
acce1999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: GMT+1 Posts: 2,711	I agree completely. The older clasp is MUCH better! Slimmer, nicer... better in all ways! Best, A

5 February 2009, 11:59 AM	#23
Dr.B "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Fernando Location: North Carolina Watch: SS White Daytona Posts: 1,944	I have a SS "V" Daytona - old clasp....and I love it!

5 February 2009, 12:37 PM	#24
you've come so far Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Badgewood Posts: 18	Nobody forced you to buy that one

5 February 2009, 02:48 PM	#26
TovaMedia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: N/A Location: USA Watch: Sub 16613 TT Posts: 27	Would someone point me to a description or images of the old versus new clasp? I just got a SS Daytona white dial as my first Rolex a few weeks ago.

5 February 2009, 03:04 PM	#28
MaxilloFacial Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 34	no one forced me but... I actually only learned about the new clasp on this forum. I joined a day after my purchase. Ignorance on my part? Maybe But with the special status given by rolex to an authorized dealer, you'd only hope to be given what you pay for; so if I was looking for the newest that Rolex has to offer, its upsetting to be given something else under the title "new".

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