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3 November 2016, 12:39 PM | #1 |
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Can the bracelet on the Batman be changed to an all brushed one.
I went to my AD to see the new Air King and he had a Batman. I liked the Batman better but did not like the polished links on the bracelet. Is there an all brushed band that can replace it? Will a band from a new submariner fit?
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3 November 2016, 12:39 PM | #2 |
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brush the PCL's
there's threads on it. |
3 November 2016, 01:39 PM | #3 |
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3 November 2016, 02:06 PM | #4 |
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No need to change, just brush the CLs. If you don't like it have them polished back to original.
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3 November 2016, 02:08 PM | #5 |
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I heard if you brush the PCL, RSC wouldn't service it. I maybe wrong.
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3 November 2016, 02:12 PM | #6 |
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As a wise man once said:
"Brush the PCL and some RSC will re-polish them at service. If not just send them the head" - (Genghis Khan, c. 1220 ) |
3 November 2016, 05:56 PM | #9 |
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3 November 2016, 06:00 PM | #10 |
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Exactly! It's an expensive mod, but then you have both bracelets. IMHO the brushed bracelet and Glidelock make this the perfect watch!
I paid about $2400 for the 97200 bracelet/clasp for my BLNR....totally worth it.
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3 November 2016, 11:40 PM | #11 |
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Yes.
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3 November 2016, 11:46 PM | #12 |
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3 November 2016, 11:52 PM | #13 |
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The problem is where to get the bracelet with the Glidelock.
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4 November 2016, 12:24 AM | #14 |
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Sourcing a bracelet could be difficult. If you are committed, then brush the PCL as recommended, though I'd say go to a pro to do it vs. doing yourself.
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4 November 2016, 12:40 AM | #15 |
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Just get a everest rubber strap or swap with subC bracelet. Or pay 2k for a subC bracelet. The glidelock makes it worth it.
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Yes, it can.
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4 November 2016, 12:50 AM | #17 |
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Buy a sub too and have both so you can swap to whatever you're feeling that day!
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4 November 2016, 01:54 AM | #18 |
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Some will say brush the bracelet, but I'd say you should just buy a Glidelock.
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4 November 2016, 02:00 AM | #19 |
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Believe it or not, this is actually what I'd do. Just get a sub-c no date preowned thats got a good band on it (can be refinished, really doesnt matter). You'll spend double but youll have the two watches and a really easy out of the sub-c whenever you want.
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4 November 2016, 04:03 AM | #20 |
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Yes, if you brush the bracelet, Rolex will absolutely refuse to service it. Your other option would be to buy a replacement Oyster bracelet and just have that one brushed, so you can send in the original when you need it serviced.
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4 November 2016, 04:13 AM | #21 |
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Yes, I would have a professional do it to maintain the continuity of the finish. Some Rolex ADs have an in-house watch tech or have experience polishing themselves. I would not do it myself.
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4 November 2016, 04:40 AM | #22 |
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I found an AD who brushed my GMTII bracelet for me while I waited. It took about 10 minutes and was at no charge. I was able to look it over carefully when done and IMO it looked like a factory finish.
As for RSC, I did speak with Dallas first. Although I was strongly advised to not brush the PCLs I was assured RSC would service the watch when needed. And.....they would not refinish the PCLs if I so requested. To date I have not had to send my GMT in so don't know if in fact this would be the case.
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4 November 2016, 09:28 AM | #23 |
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For those that changed the bracelet to the Glidelock - did you use the GMT springbars??
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4 November 2016, 09:59 AM | #24 |
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I got a BLNR & a SubC and love the Glidelock wish they both had it
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Don't remember if my jeweler used the GMT springbars, probably since I didn't get any back nor did I get charged but then again maybe I missed It.... |
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4 November 2016, 10:41 AM | #26 |
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If you're 100% certain you want a brushed look, then you know what to do as above.
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5 November 2016, 09:17 AM | #27 |
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I had a GMT II and liked the easy link clasp.
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