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geemtee · 3 April 2015, 06:21 AM

I have an eighteen yeard old GMT Master II that I have had since new. Just lost a pin on my clasp, I am sure due to daily wear for so long now. I need to replace that obviously, but was thinking I will need to replace all as I am sure that this is the start of something and I certainly don't want to chance it with a bracelet that old. So, question is what do I do? New bracelet, replace all pins? I'm no watch tech, but love this watch and want to take care of this ASAP.

Thanks for any advice!

kilyung · 3 April 2015, 06:29 AM

Look at used bracelets or get it repaired by Michael Young.

Urosfan · 3 April 2015, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

look at used bracelets or get it repaired by michael young.

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c41006 · 3 April 2015, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Look at used bracelets or get it repaired by Michael Young.

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Malbolge · 3 April 2015, 06:48 AM

get a Nato for it while you getting it repaired!

Frosty · 3 April 2015, 07:04 AM

Welcome to TRF!

c41006 · 3 April 2015, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Malbolge

get a Nato for it while you getting it repaired!

Oh yes very crucial. You don't want to be unable to wear it for a few weeks!

Comacho · 3 April 2015, 07:35 AM

My 28 yr old SS Bracelet has been with Michael Young for a couple of weeks now. Can't wait to see what it looks like returned. The pictures I've seen of his work are incredible. He came very highly recommended So I'm very excited. He responded with a quote quickly and communication has been excellent.

rollee1 · 3 April 2015, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

look at used bracelets or get it repaired by michael young.

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Sidmind · 3 April 2015, 07:44 AM

If it just needs pins, why send it to Michael? Any jewelry store or standard watch repair shop can handle a few pins, seems like overkill to spend hundreds getting a complete overhaul. the pins should cost a couple bucks.

geemtee · 3 April 2015, 09:48 AM

Thanks for all the responses. I'll check into Michael. I guess I can find him on here? What is a NATO; besides a bunch of North Atlantic countries!? My buddy who bought his Sub the same time I bought mine said he got an Everest band.

The reason I don't want to just go to a regular Jeweler is that I really want to replace every possible pin and want good quality stuff like the orginal.

Sidmind · 3 April 2015, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by geemtee

The reason I don't want to just go to a regular Jeweler is that I really want to replace every possible pin and want good quality stuff like the orginal.

Then take it to a Rolex authorized dealer, they still won't charge much for pins and could do it in a few minutes, they will try to talk you into a full service which will be over $600 PLUS. which you very well could need. but don' let them talk you into it just because they say so. Everyone has a different opinion on service, I will stay out of that conversation.

Micheal will do a full restore which means removing metal and will cost a couple hundred bucks, still seems like overkill for a few pins.

NATO is pictured below and can be found on Amazon or other sites for under $20.00. they are nice because even if a pin breaks, the other side will hold it on and keep it from hitting the ground.

Best of luck.

Photo is from google, not mine.

DubaiWatchGuy · 3 April 2015, 09:59 AM

Could you post some photos? Thanks

GradyPhilpott · 3 April 2015, 10:03 AM

Pictures would help.

watchwatcher · 3 April 2015, 10:38 AM

Welcome...listen to Mike.

geemtee · 3 April 2015, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DubaiWatchGuy

Could you post some photos? Thanks

Wish I could, but never have been able to post pictures on any forums I am part of

I am sure I could do a photobucket thing, but I just don't feel like dealing with that!

zama · 3 April 2015, 11:01 AM

MY....Nato......Bracelet returns

Nycturbovr6 · 3 April 2015, 11:03 AM

Welcome! Michael young

DubaiWatchGuy · 3 April 2015, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by geemtee

Wish I could, but never have been able to post pictures on any forums I am part of

I am sure I could do a photobucket thing, but I just don't feel like dealing with that!

No worries! If you ever get the hang of it please do. I love seeing daily wearers with history

3 April 2015, 06:21 AM	#1
geemtee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: delaware Posts: 7	18 yr old bracelet, what to do? I have an eighteen yeard old GMT Master II that I have had since new. Just lost a pin on my clasp, I am sure due to daily wear for so long now. I need to replace that obviously, but was thinking I will need to replace all as I am sure that this is the start of something and I certainly don't want to chance it with a bracelet that old. So, question is what do I do? New bracelet, replace all pins? I'm no watch tech, but love this watch and want to take care of this ASAP. Thanks for any advice!

3 April 2015, 06:48 AM	#5
Malbolge "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Disco Volante Posts: 350	get a Nato for it while you getting it repaired! __________________ Rolex Submariner Reference 114060

3 April 2015, 07:04 AM	#6
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3 April 2015, 07:44 AM	#10
Sidmind "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Kevin Location: Houston Watch: you, watch me!! Posts: 192	If it just needs pins, why send it to Michael? Any jewelry store or standard watch repair shop can handle a few pins, seems like overkill to spend hundreds getting a complete overhaul. the pins should cost a couple bucks. __________________ 1956 6569 waffle dial 1994 14060 Sub on a RubberB 2014 Explorer II 246570

3 April 2015, 10:03 AM	#14
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	Pictures would help. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

3 April 2015, 06:29 AM	#2
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Look at used bracelets or get it repaired by Michael Young.

3 April 2015, 07:35 AM	#8
Comacho "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: texas Watch: Submariner 168000 Posts: 265	My 28 yr old SS Bracelet has been with Michael Young for a couple of weeks now. Can't wait to see what it looks like returned. The pictures I've seen of his work are incredible. He came very highly recommended So I'm very excited. He responded with a quote quickly and communication has been excellent.

3 April 2015, 09:48 AM	#11
geemtee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: delaware Posts: 7	Thanks for all the responses. I'll check into Michael. I guess I can find him on here? What is a NATO; besides a bunch of North Atlantic countries!? My buddy who bought his Sub the same time I bought mine said he got an Everest band. The reason I don't want to just go to a regular Jeweler is that I really want to replace every possible pin and want good quality stuff like the orginal.

3 April 2015, 09:59 AM	#13
DubaiWatchGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Dubai Posts: 159	Could you post some photos? Thanks

3 April 2015, 10:38 AM	#15
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Welcome...listen to Mike.

3 April 2015, 11:01 AM	#17
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,808	MY....Nato......Bracelet returns __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

3 April 2015, 11:03 AM	#18
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Welcome! Michael young

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