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Old 17 June 2024, 09:45 AM   #61
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I have an order into my AD for an Oyster bracelet for my GMT. It should be as simple as that! It has been a month! Crazy that you have to wait.
9 months and waiting for my Jubilee bracelet order... no sign as yet.
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Old 17 June 2024, 11:33 AM   #62
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There is a bracelet for sale on WUS and I am sure you could get one here eventually. I'd try and buy it from the AD and you could always have it brushed if you like. I'd try the PCL for a while first.
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Old 17 June 2024, 01:27 PM   #63
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I would keep the watch as gifted and buy a spare bracelet for it. No other options if it were me.
This is the right answer and the easiest one. Wear it with the jubilee for a little while (it might grow on you), and wait for the oyster to come in. Then you’ll have the extraordinarily generous gift, and two very different watches by virtue of having the two bracelets.
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Old 17 June 2024, 01:44 PM   #64
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Simple, Buy an oyster bracelet
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Old 17 June 2024, 02:25 PM   #65
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Op, I would enjoy the gift and wear it in good health, see how the oyster bracelet feels on you? You may like it after all? You can always buy a jubilee later or some other bracelet rubber in green/black mix it up. No drama or exchanges or bad feelings.
This is a very nice gesture and it should be valued.
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Old 17 June 2024, 05:40 PM   #66
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9 months and waiting for my Jubilee bracelet order... no sign as yet.
Mine was ordered in May 2022, scheduled to arrive in September 2022 and finally fitted at the Mayfair RSC in January 2023. My understanding is that stock is very tight.
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Old 17 June 2024, 08:21 PM   #67
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Easy... Buy the Oyster bracelet at the Rolex AD !!!
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Old 17 June 2024, 09:35 PM   #68
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Walk into any gray with a brand new jubilee bracelet and ask to swap for a brand new oyster.

They will probably do it on the spot and you’ll be on your way in 10 minutes.

A jubilee is worth more to them in dollar value.

I bought this watch on jubilee but have switched it to oyster, I actually prefer it on oyster so I get where you are coming from.

I suggest you wear it for a while then see how you feel. You might be pleasantly surprised.


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Old 18 June 2024, 02:41 AM   #69
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What a kind gift! You are blessed. Buy the oyster bracelet and then you’ll have the option of wear both as they are a simple task to swap out. I do this with my Skydweller and I also have a super Jubilee that I sometimes swap with my other references on oyster.
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Old 18 June 2024, 07:54 AM   #70
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if i were in your position, i would take the watch and enjoy it (and not treat it like a problem). You can always buy a oyster bracelet for the gmt at a later date.

Jubliee vs oyster doesnt make that much difference in my view. At the end of the day its the same watch. As i said above, you can always get a oyster for it from an ad or rsc. Worst case (they dont want to sell you or not in stock or whatever), you should be easily able to source one in the gray market.
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Old 18 June 2024, 04:24 PM   #71
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Oyster bracelets are pretty easy to come by, such generous gifts, not-so-much

100% agreed. Keep the watch, buy a new bracelet.
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Old 18 June 2024, 08:01 PM   #72
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Extremely generous gift. Accept the gift and give it some solid time on the wrist (30 days or so). You may find that by giving the jubalee a chance you actually love it. If not keep and and purchase the oyster separately. The watch you had hoped to buy is now being gifted so spending a little $$ on a dif bracelet shouldn't be a big deal. Enjoy!
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Old 19 June 2024, 07:15 AM   #73
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The Jubilee bracelet adds about 1K to the value of the watch vs the oyster. I bet you could find a local gray that would swap bracelets with you for next to nothing, you could do it with any GMT of the same vintage. That is what I would do. I would also not blab it to the AD and everyone else involved. Serial number will match and you will have what you want. The other option is just to buy the oyster bracelet and have both. The jubi bracelet is a very comfortable piece, I would try it before rejecting it.
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Old 19 June 2024, 10:17 AM   #74
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I will be happy to trade you evenly an oyster for your jubilee
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Old 19 June 2024, 10:48 AM   #75
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I am amazed at the things people complain about. Your STEPfather bought you the watch you want, with probably a better bracelet. And you’re looking to get out of the deal. Buy what you like and want. Happily and gratefully accept what you are given.

If he won’t know, then swap the bracelet. I feel bad for him, getting you something you really want, and clearly do not desire.

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Old 19 June 2024, 04:31 PM   #76
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Such a fantastic gift! How about wearing the watch for a while and later consider getting a second bracelet? I'd love to have this 'problem.'


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Old 19 June 2024, 06:21 PM   #77
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As other have stated above, try the Jubilee for a bit as it may grow on you...

My VTNR came on Oyster but I wanted some versatility because my other pieces also had Oyster bracelets, so I ordered a Jubilee (got lucky I guess). The way it catches / reflects light, its comfort level and the fact I don't have to worry about scratching the polished center links, has it seeing the majority of time on the piece.

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Old 20 June 2024, 09:10 PM   #78
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Buy an additional oyster bracelet. Problem solved. Pretty sure you could order one from Rolex AE or RSC
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Old 20 June 2024, 09:12 PM   #79
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As other have stated above, try the Jubilee for a bit as it may grow on you...

My VTNR came on Oyster but I wanted some versatility because my other pieces also had Oyster bracelets, so I ordered a Jubilee (got lucky I guess). The way it catches / reflects light, its comfort level and the fact I don't have to worry about scratching the polished center links, has it seeing the majority of time on the piece.

How long did you have to wait for it, out of interest?
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Old 20 June 2024, 09:15 PM   #80
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I know the in-laws are always a source of trouble, but this is taking it to new levels!
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Old 20 June 2024, 09:22 PM   #81
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Chewey is that you?


If OP’s post had been the following, I would have agreed with you:

“Dear fellow Rolex (rich) enthusiasts. I have a problem. My father in-law gifted me six solid gold Rolexes. This upset me!! Everyone knows there are seven days in the week. Wearing the same watch twice in a week is for commoners. I’m now wondering if his daughter is in my league (probably not). What should I do?”
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If OP’s post had been the following, I would have agreed with you:

“Dear fellow Rolex (rich) enthusiasts. I have a problem. My father in-law gifted me six solid gold Rolexes. This upset me!! Everyone knows there are seven days in the week. Wearing the same watch twice in a week is for commoners. I’m now wondering if his daughter is in my league (probably not). What should I do?”




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Old 20 June 2024, 11:47 PM   #83
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It’s just a bracelet right? You have got the watch you will be able to get another braclet mo way would I be sending back just because the bracelet is different
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Old 20 June 2024, 11:56 PM   #84
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Just buy the oyster bracelet from the AD… sell the jubilee bracelet…


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Old 21 June 2024, 03:36 AM   #85
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Just buy the spare bracelet from RSC or ask your family members AD to order it for you. It’s a gift and you were already willing to spend the money on the watch. An extra 1-2k for the bracelet is nothing in the grand scheme of things.
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Old 21 June 2024, 10:07 PM   #86
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How long did you have to wait for it, out of interest?
about a year
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Old 2 July 2024, 09:36 AM   #87
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Thanks to all for your replies. VTNR arrived today, my first GMT, it's a real pleasure. I've always been an "oyster guy" but will wear it on the jubilee for a while since my stepfather is a "jubilee guy" and it will remind me of him. Looking forward to trying it on my left and right to see which I end up preferring.

It's a bit tight and will need 1-2 extra links, but I was able to obtain a 97200A (ss brushed/sub bracelet w glidelock) from my AD, which I may try some time later on. VTNR shown here near some local "art" near my place of work in major metro inner city neighborhood.
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Old 2 July 2024, 10:08 AM   #88
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Looks awesome! I bet the jubilee ends up sticking….


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Old 2 July 2024, 10:21 AM   #89
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Thanks to all for your replies. VTNR arrived today, my first GMT, it's a real pleasure. I've always been an "oyster guy" but will wear it on the jubilee for a while since my stepfather is a "jubilee guy" and it will remind me of him. Looking forward to trying it on my left and right to see which I end up preferring.

It's a bit tight and will need 1-2 extra links, but I was able to obtain a 97200A (ss brushed/sub bracelet w glidelock) from my AD, which I may try some time later on. VTNR shown here near some local "art" near my place of work in major metro inner city neighborhood.
Congrats on such a nice Sprite!!!

Only question now is can you get this watch insured in Tanzania - I seem to recall your country does have some real issues with street crime…..
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Old 2 July 2024, 10:26 AM   #90
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Thanks to all for your replies. VTNR arrived today, my first GMT, it's a real pleasure. I've always been an "oyster guy" but will wear it on the jubilee for a while since my stepfather is a "jubilee guy" and it will remind me of him. Looking forward to trying it on my left and right to see which I end up preferring.

It's a bit tight and will need 1-2 extra links, but I was able to obtain a 97200A (ss brushed/sub bracelet w glidelock) from my AD, which I may try some time later on. VTNR shown here near some local "art" near my place of work in major metro inner city neighborhood.
Looks brilliant! Congratulations on such a fantastic gift - make sure to pinch yourself!
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