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Geckobros · 13 April 2021, 02:46 AM

Posted on another forum but I wanted to share here. The details are sketchy and of course until confirmation, nothing is "real".

I like the idea of swapping out bracelets. Your thoughts?

Here is a quote from the article:

"...a brand representative has confirmed to aBlogtoWatch that for the first time ever, Rolex will be selling its bracelets to consumers independent of watch purchases."

https://www.ablogtowatch.com/rolex-r...er-ii-watches/

My apologies, I didn't see that there was another thread already started.. disregard.

ibzk · 13 April 2021, 02:52 AM

I would definitely buy if it was cheaper but doesn't make sense to pay $2000 for a steel bracelet IMO

Rrpdc · 13 April 2021, 05:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibzk

I would definitely buy if it was cheaper but doesn't make sense to pay $2000 for a steel bracelet IMO

Where do you get they are 2k. Usually around 1k or so. Secondary market 2k.

ibzk · 13 April 2021, 05:29 AM

I was quoted 7,300 AED in Dubai, UAE.
Approx $1,987

ibzk · 13 April 2021, 05:30 AM

Also, quoted directly from rolex, not a dealer

Rrpdc · 13 April 2021, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibzk

I was quoted 7,300 AED in Dubai, UAE.
Approx $1,987

Wow. That is crazy $$

stylinleems · 13 April 2021, 05:35 AM

As a reference, the price for the 78200 is $2,300 cdn + tax. I'm sure that the 79200 will be in line with that or a bit more.

The 69200 is the same also, $2,300cdn + tax.

But not sure if prices increased since last year - when I was quoted.

rmagoo57 · 13 April 2021, 08:18 AM

This makes sense on the current GMT's and SD's where the bracelet style is now optional.

Would also make sense for Rolex to just ship the watch case and let the AD fit the bracelet the customer desires. Or both for extra $$$ Why not offer a spring bar tool as well?!

erict · 13 April 2021, 10:01 AM

I had no problem ordering a Jubilee bracelet for my DJ41 that came stock with oyster bracelet. AD was happy to do it and they had it within a couple weeks from Rolex. No swap required. Didn’t insist on installing it or even seeing the watch.

No reason to think they wouldn’t do same for GMT and Skydweller now that both bracelets are considered stock configurations for those watches.

At the time, jubilee for DJ41 cost was $1550. Not sure what they are now...
Perhaps not the best value for a SS bracelet, but now I feel like I have two different watches that I can switch between at will.

djdm · 13 April 2021, 10:16 AM

Maybe we'll also see the oysterflex bracelets being sold independently from the AD.....

904VT · 13 April 2021, 11:10 AM

Welcome to Rolex in 2021. We don't have any watches, but we can sell you a bracelet

TradingLoss · 13 April 2021, 11:13 AM

Would be cool, I presume the end links will be more universal now.

brandrea · 13 April 2021, 11:17 AM

The price seems reasonable to me.

kg19989 · 13 April 2021, 11:24 AM

Sell what you have and if you don't have watches then sell bracelets!!!! Actually not a bad idea to help add incremental revenue and profits to their income statements

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IGotId · 13 April 2021, 11:45 AM

I'd be interested in a Sub bracelet for my 'original' BLNR

JWD531 · 13 April 2021, 11:48 AM

Next up, colored Oysterflex options... take market share away from Everest and RubberB...

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mobster600 · 13 April 2021, 11:51 AM

I think ALOT of jubilee owners will want an oyster bracelet now. I think Rolex knows this and is preparing for those questions. I'd expect a boat load of people will buy oyster bracelets for their current GMT's. Id like having 2 bracelets why not right? People own multiple straps, why not bracelets too

Soultime · 13 April 2021, 12:04 PM

There is already an active thread on this subject.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=798676

EndlessEight · 13 April 2021, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rrpdc

Where do you get they are 2k. Usually around 1k or so. Secondary market 2k.

2900 for PCL
3000 for brushed oyster with glidelock.

Secondary market.

Chadridv · 13 April 2021, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rrpdc

Where do you get they are 2k. Usually around 1k or so. Secondary market 2k.

PCL oyster bracelet for a 116710 retails around $1600. Where do you get 1k lol?

Some older bracelets might be going for 1k but this is clearly related to the release of current models with new bracelet options.

Anyway, if it’s possible I’m definitely buying a jubilee bracelet for my sky d

BOA · 13 April 2021, 01:27 PM

I have one Explorer II new with a bracelet and later purchased a second one used on a strap. When I sent in the second one for a service a few years ago, the estimate included the recommendation/option for a new bracelet, which I authorized. It was not the exact type that would have come with it when originally sold as it had solid end links, but I'm happy with it.

Is this not Rolex selling a bracelet, or is this thread about being able to just buy a bracelet without there necessarily being a watch to go with it?

grimps · 13 April 2021, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibzk

I was quoted 7,300 AED in Dubai, UAE.
Approx $1,987

Was that from Siddiqi ?

Sandpit · 13 April 2021, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibzk

I was quoted 7,300 AED in Dubai, UAE.
Approx $1,987

That doesn't sound bad - I had been advised closer to 10k Dhs from a sales agent that couldn't be bothered checking.

It certainly isn't bad when certain brands are asking for similar money just for a clasp.

rambo99 · 13 April 2021, 03:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kg19989

Sell what you have and if you don't have watches then sell bracelets!!!! Actually not a bad idea to help add incremental revenue and profits to their income statements

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good! no more empty display cases then, they will be full of various kinds of bracelets for sale!

r_afficionado · 13 April 2021, 03:17 PM

I will be buying 2 oyster bracelets, 1 for BLNR and other for BLRO. Will be nice to swap them out for a new look every 2 or 3 rotations...

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grimps · 13 April 2021, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by r_afficionado

I will be buying 2 oyster bracelets, 1 for BLNR and other for BLRO. Will be nice to swap them out for a new look every 2 or 3 rotations...

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Surely it would make more sense to just buy one ?

rambo99 · 13 April 2021, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by r_afficionado

I will be buying 2 oyster bracelets, 1 for BLNR and other for BLRO. Will be nice to swap them out for a new look every 2 or 3 rotations...

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bought two and now you have 4 watches for rotation, good job rolex!

Beto737 · 13 April 2021, 03:43 PM

I enjoy putting different straps on some of my watches, like my 16570 and PAM1209. If Rolex sells the oyster bracelets, I will certainly be a buyer. Even at $2k it’s still cheaper and certainly faster than trying to beg for another watch.

ibzk · 13 April 2021, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grimps

Was that from Siddiqi ?

Yes sir

777Driver · 13 April 2021, 05:39 PM

I'd like to get a two tone Jubilee for my Sky Dweller, but I hate to think of what the price might be. I'm thinking around $2,500 USD.

13 April 2021, 02:46 AM	#1
Geckobros "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Arrakis Posts: 874	Rolex may be offering a bracelet purchase option, independent of the watch... Posted on another forum but I wanted to share here. The details are sketchy and of course until confirmation, nothing is "real". I like the idea of swapping out bracelets. Your thoughts? Here is a quote from the article: "...a brand representative has confirmed to aBlogtoWatch that for the first time ever, Rolex will be selling its bracelets to consumers independent of watch purchases." https://www.ablogtowatch.com/rolex-r...er-ii-watches/ My apologies, I didn't see that there was another thread already started.. disregard. Last edited by Geckobros; 13 April 2021 at 03:00 AM.. Reason: Another thread was already started.

13 April 2021, 05:35 AM	#7
stylinleems 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: N/A Watch: 116500 Posts: 3,216	As a reference, the price for the 78200 is $2,300 cdn + tax. I'm sure that the 79200 will be in line with that or a bit more. The 69200 is the same also, $2,300cdn + tax. But not sure if prices increased since last year - when I was quoted. __________________ Rolex: 126334 (BL) \| 116610LN \| 116500LN (WT) \| 116500LN (BK) \| 126710BLRO \| 116610LV \| 116710BLNR

13 April 2021, 10:16 AM	#10
djdm "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: David Location: Seattle Watch: Daytona-C Posts: 325	Maybe we'll also see the oysterflex bracelets being sold independently from the AD..... __________________ 116500 (black) 116519 (steel) 2FA Enabled

13 April 2021, 02:52 AM	#2
ibzk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Real Name: Khan Location: Dubai Watch: 126334 Posts: 211	I would definitely buy if it was cheaper but doesn't make sense to pay $2000 for a steel bracelet IMO

13 April 2021, 05:29 AM	#4
ibzk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Real Name: Khan Location: Dubai Watch: 126334 Posts: 211	I was quoted 7,300 AED in Dubai, UAE. Approx $1,987

13 April 2021, 05:30 AM	#5
ibzk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Real Name: Khan Location: Dubai Watch: 126334 Posts: 211	Also, quoted directly from rolex, not a dealer

13 April 2021, 08:18 AM	#8
rmagoo57 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Ron Location: Detroitish Watch: GMT II/Sub/Exp II Posts: 2,560	This makes sense on the current GMT's and SD's where the bracelet style is now optional. Would also make sense for Rolex to just ship the watch case and let the AD fit the bracelet the customer desires. Or both for extra $$$ Why not offer a spring bar tool as well?!

13 April 2021, 10:01 AM	#9
erict "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: PNW Watch: lar Posts: 123	I had no problem ordering a Jubilee bracelet for my DJ41 that came stock with oyster bracelet. AD was happy to do it and they had it within a couple weeks from Rolex. No swap required. Didn’t insist on installing it or even seeing the watch. No reason to think they wouldn’t do same for GMT and Skydweller now that both bracelets are considered stock configurations for those watches. At the time, jubilee for DJ41 cost was $1550. Not sure what they are now... Perhaps not the best value for a SS bracelet, but now I feel like I have two different watches that I can switch between at will.

13 April 2021, 11:10 AM	#11
904VT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: All Rolex Posts: 7,024	Welcome to Rolex in 2021. We don't have any watches, but we can sell you a bracelet

13 April 2021, 11:13 AM	#12
TradingLoss Banned Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Futures Markets Watch: Kamasu Posts: 319	Would be cool, I presume the end links will be more universal now.

13 April 2021, 11:17 AM	#13
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	The price seems reasonable to me.

13 April 2021, 11:24 AM	#14
kg19989 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Keith Location: San Antonio Watch: SD 16600 Z Series Posts: 435	Sell what you have and if you don't have watches then sell bracelets!!!! Actually not a bad idea to help add incremental revenue and profits to their income statements Sent from my Pixel 5 using Tapatalk

13 April 2021, 11:45 AM	#15
IGotId "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Adnan Location: NoVA Posts: 458	I'd be interested in a Sub bracelet for my 'original' BLNR

13 April 2021, 11:48 AM	#16
JWD531 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Tulsa, OK Watch: 126710 BLNR Posts: 621	Next up, colored Oysterflex options... take market share away from Everest and RubberB... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 April 2021, 11:51 AM	#17
mobster600 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: USA Watch: Yes Posts: 1,509	I think ALOT of jubilee owners will want an oyster bracelet now. I think Rolex knows this and is preparing for those questions. I'd expect a boat load of people will buy oyster bracelets for their current GMT's. Id like having 2 bracelets why not right? People own multiple straps, why not bracelets too

13 April 2021, 12:04 PM	#18
Soultime "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Cheshire UK Posts: 1,071	There is already an active thread on this subject. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=798676

13 April 2021, 01:27 PM	#21
BOA "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Bruce Location: Chicago, IL Watch: Meteorite DD Posts: 2,410	I have one Explorer II new with a bracelet and later purchased a second one used on a strap. When I sent in the second one for a service a few years ago, the estimate included the recommendation/option for a new bracelet, which I authorized. It was not the exact type that would have come with it when originally sold as it had solid end links, but I'm happy with it. Is this not Rolex selling a bracelet, or is this thread about being able to just buy a bracelet without there necessarily being a watch to go with it?

13 April 2021, 03:17 PM	#25
r_afficionado Banned Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: AZ Watch: a few Posts: 1,068	I will be buying 2 oyster bracelets, 1 for BLNR and other for BLRO. Will be nice to swap them out for a new look every 2 or 3 rotations... Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

13 April 2021, 03:43 PM	#28
Beto737 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Somewhere Posts: 805	I enjoy putting different straps on some of my watches, like my 16570 and PAM1209. If Rolex sells the oyster bracelets, I will certainly be a buyer. Even at $2k it’s still cheaper and certainly faster than trying to beg for another watch.

13 April 2021, 05:39 PM	#30
777Driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: California Watch: 1983 16750 Posts: 5	I'd like to get a two tone Jubilee for my Sky Dweller, but I hate to think of what the price might be. I'm thinking around $2,500 USD.

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