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usbzoso · 4 April 2011, 05:29 AM

I am interested how much would it cost to get a replacement bracelet for my Explorer II from RSC? Any had any experience with this? Thanks in advance.

Lion · 4 April 2011, 05:43 AM

I've had no experience but I think a SS bracelet from rolex would cost about $1000.00USD!!!

usbzoso · 4 April 2011, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

I've had no experience but I think a SS bracelet from rolex would cost about $1000.00USD!!!

i am feeling a bit nauseous ... excuse me

david91686 · 4 April 2011, 05:48 AM

i am intrested in purchasing one for my sub 16610LV........ nobody knows where i can get one !!if i go to RSC they take the old band , and i want to keep it.

Johny · 4 April 2011, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by david91686

i am intrested in purchasing one for my sub 16610LV........ nobody knows where i can get one !!if i go to RSC they take the old band , and i want to keep it.

go to the rsc without the old band. tell them its lost.

MortgageGuy · 4 April 2011, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Johny

go to the rsc without the old band. tell them its lost.

EXACTLY, I would not even lie about it. I would bring/send in the watch head alone and request a new bracelet, this way you get the new one and get to keep the old one

A.Sharp · 28 July 2013, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by david91686

i am intrested in purchasing one for my sub 16610LV........ nobody knows where i can get one !!if i go to RSC they take the old band , and i want to keep it.

Not what I was told when I inquired. I could buy a new band, and keep my original, or buy a ww one and trade in my old one for a 200 dollar discount.

You can also just ask your ad to order one for you. But yes you are paying a premium either way for one from rolex.

paddy_crow · 4 April 2011, 05:53 AM

Even used on eBay you should expect to pay $400+ for authentic.

david91686 · 4 April 2011, 06:29 AM

good idea..... thanks

rms · 4 April 2011, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by usbzoso

I am interested how much would it cost to get a replacement bracelet for my Explorer II from RSC? Any had any experience with this? Thanks in advance.

I always thought that Rolex did not allow ADs to sell replacement bracelets. I have a Datejust 16234 that came with a Jubilee bracelet and wanted to change it to an Oyster. On a recent business trip to California I inquired at an AD and was told they would do it but I had to bring the watch in. I didn't have it with me. When I got back home to Hamburg I asked the AD here and they sold me an Oyster bracelet for €380 (about $500). I don't know if Rolex changed their policy on this, but again I had thought it was not allowed.

Tools · 4 April 2011, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by rms

I always thought that Rolex did not allow ADs to sell replacement bracelets. I have a Datejust 16234 that came with a Jubilee bracelet and wanted to change it to an Oyster. On a recent business trip to California I inquired at an AD and was told they would do it but I had to bring the watch in. I didn't have it with me. When I got back home to Hamburg I asked the AD here and they sold me an Oyster bracelet for €380 (about $500). I don't know if Rolex changed their policy on this, but again I had thought it was not allowed.

In the USA Market, Dealers do not/cannot sell parts outright, but they are available exchange.. Many European countries do not have such a policy, although I have heard that it is getting more difficult..

samsmart · 27 July 2013, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

In the USA Market, Dealers do not/cannot sell parts outright, but they are available exchange.. Many European countries do not have such a policy, although I have heard that it is getting more difficult..

I bought a new bracelet from an AD here in Dallas. I traded him my 78360 Bracelet from an S Serial 16710 + a Free Tint Job on his Tesla S + some Cash, and he sold me a Bracelet off of a new Explorer II 40mm. He said he was just going to order a replacement bracelet for the Explorer II.

I wanted to upgrade to an SEL Oysterlock, that's what initiated the Trade/Buy.

GMTJOHNNY · 4 April 2011, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by rms

I always thought that Rolex did not allow ADs to sell replacement bracelets. I have a Datejust 16234 that came with a Jubilee bracelet and wanted to change it to an Oyster. On a recent business trip to California I inquired at an AD and was told they would do it but I had to bring the watch in. I didn't have it with me. When I got back home to Hamburg I asked the AD here and they sold me an Oyster bracelet for €380 (about $500). I don't know if Rolex changed their policy on this, but again I had thought it was not allowed.

I went to an AD to swap the Jubilee on my Air King for an Oyster bracelet. They said no problem they could order it. Just under $1000.

crowncollection · 4 April 2011, 08:05 AM

new bracelet is about 1000 dollars, and i agree with the above statements, do not send your watch in with the old bracelet they will take it, send the watch in on a cheap 20 dollar leather band, say that how you bought it

paddy_crow · 4 April 2011, 08:32 AM

Must be recent, about 30 years ago I purchased a bracelet at an AD.

Perdu · 4 April 2011, 08:41 AM

Rolex USA sucks.

sherwin · 4 April 2011, 10:08 AM

I thought the bracelets were one part that didnt need to be exchanged. It was the other parts that was abit of a hassle.

Tools · 4 April 2011, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by seiko.citizen

I thought the bracelets were one part that didnt need to be exchanged. It was the other parts that was abit of a hassle.

Well, they aren't abolutely "exchange only", but if you send your watch in for service and want a bracelet too, they will not return the old one.. If you send the watch in on a ratty strap, or without a bracelet, they will sell you one..

What they won't do is just sell you one because you ask......

sherwin · 4 April 2011, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Well, they aren't abolutely "exchange only", but if you send your watch in for service and want a bracelet too, they will not return the old one.. If you send the watch in on a ratty strap, or without a bracelet, they will sell you one..

What they won't do is just sell you one because you ask......

Thanks Larry! Alot of things i thought i knew, but in reality knew wrong

Alcan · 4 April 2011, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by seiko.citizen

I thought the bracelets were one part that didnt need to be exchanged.

They are in Canada. When I inquired about a replacement bracelet for my 1630, Rolex Canada told me that it would have to be ordered from Switzerland, it was $3,400 exchange, and they had to have physical custody of the watch and bracelet before they'd order the new one.

Billywiz · 28 July 2013, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tools

well, they aren't abolutely "exchange only", but if you send your watch in for service and want a bracelet too, they will not return the old one.. If you send the watch in on a ratty strap, or without a bracelet, they will sell you one..

What they won't do is just sell you one because you ask......

they did mine...i wanted a jubilee along with the oyster my gmt was on and they sold and supplied me one?
This was in London however.

bonbonson · 28 July 2013, 02:51 PM

Times have changed..... In hong kong during the 80s or 90s you can buy a rolex without a bracelet which is why you can buy bracelets right then and there no questions asked. Which is why my oyster rivet bracelet still looks new

nathan1038 · 4 April 2011, 03:55 PM

I think that is very naughty. You paid for the strap when you purchased the watch, so it is yours, why should they be able to take it from you just becasue you want a new one.

dbphotos · 4 April 2011, 03:59 PM

Ridiculous that you have to take your band off and put on a cheap Chinese leather band to get them to work on YOUR watch. They have no problem taking your money and they want to keep the old band?!? Simply ridiculous. Find an excellent watchmaker and give them your business. RSC in the USA seems to have issues.

TempoKing · 4 April 2011, 05:04 PM

Buying parts is becoming a problem indeed !
But buying a bracelet for your Explorer II should not be difficult
A realistic price for a decent one is around $700-$800 (flip lock type)
Just post a WTB (want to buy) thread for one right here at TRF.

roger0770 · 4 April 2011, 05:28 PM

you can purchase the bracelet from rsc. i did that for my gmt2. it's around $1100.

Puffy · 4 April 2011, 06:45 PM

Getting any bracelet here in the UK isn't a problem

Any AD will do this for you and delivery time is usually 10 days.

jdc · 4 April 2011, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Puffy

Getting any bracelet here in the UK isn't a problem

Any AD will do this for you and delivery time is usually 10 days.

x2 for UK. I have ordered two bracelets for different watches in the last two years. In my case I had to take my watch in to the AD they noted details of the watch (ref number and serial number I seem to remember) then contacted Rolex and received bracelets within 5 days.

scooba · 8 May 2011, 04:52 PM

Just bought a BNIB 93250 in the uk easy £800 , earlier 93150 cost £720 .

If any one wants help please PM me

Another option is

Kamal had dozens off stainless steel bracelets all OEM removed from watches that were DLC/PVD coated and nato straps fitted for the ProHunter range he developed ask nicely he is a nice guy ,

improviz · 27 July 2013, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Puffy

Getting any bracelet here in the UK isn't a problem

Any AD will do this for you and delivery time is usually 10 days.

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Originally Posted by jdc

x2 for UK. I have ordered two bracelets for different watches in the last two years. In my case I had to take my watch in to the AD they noted details of the watch (ref number and serial number I seem to remember) then contacted Rolex and received bracelets within 5 days.

Puffy/jdc, I take it this has to be for the same model, i.e. if one were wanting to pick up a 116610 bracelet with glidelock for one's GMT IIc from a British AD, they would politely tell one to piss off?

4 April 2011, 05:29 AM	#1
usbzoso Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Stan Location: Dallas Watch: 16610/16600/16800 Posts: 1,231	Replacement Bracelet I am interested how much would it cost to get a replacement bracelet for my Explorer II from RSC? Any had any experience with this? Thanks in advance.

4 April 2011, 05:43 AM	#2
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I've had no experience but I think a SS bracelet from rolex would cost about $1000.00USD!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

4 April 2011, 05:48 AM	#4
david91686 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New Jersey Watch: DayDate II Posts: 310	i am intrested in purchasing one for my sub 16610LV........ nobody knows where i can get one !!if i go to RSC they take the old band , and i want to keep it. __________________ 1-Rolex DayDate II- Yellow Gold- Arabic Cocentric Face. 2-Rolex Submariner 16610LV-50Th Anniversary Model. 3-Rolex GMT 16710B- Pepsi Model/4-Rolex 116610 Sub 5-Tudor Black Bay- Blue Bezel- Leather & SS Band. 6-Victorinox Swiss Army -241176 Limited Edition Brown.

4 April 2011, 06:29 AM	#9
david91686 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New Jersey Watch: DayDate II Posts: 310	good idea..... thanks __________________ 1-Rolex DayDate II- Yellow Gold- Arabic Cocentric Face. 2-Rolex Submariner 16610LV-50Th Anniversary Model. 3-Rolex GMT 16710B- Pepsi Model/4-Rolex 116610 Sub 5-Tudor Black Bay- Blue Bezel- Leather & SS Band. 6-Victorinox Swiss Army -241176 Limited Edition Brown.

4 April 2011, 08:41 AM	#16
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	Rolex USA sucks. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

4 April 2011, 05:53 AM	#8
paddy_crow Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 592	Even used on eBay you should expect to pay $400+ for authentic.

4 April 2011, 08:05 AM	#14
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	new bracelet is about 1000 dollars, and i agree with the above statements, do not send your watch in with the old bracelet they will take it, send the watch in on a cheap 20 dollar leather band, say that how you bought it

4 April 2011, 08:32 AM	#15
paddy_crow Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 592	Must be recent, about 30 years ago I purchased a bracelet at an AD.

4 April 2011, 10:08 AM	#17
sherwin "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Perth/Singapore Posts: 1,764	I thought the bracelets were one part that didnt need to be exchanged. It was the other parts that was abit of a hassle. __________________ Want to Buy:SS GMT black;116509 WG Daytona Metrorite

28 July 2013, 02:51 PM	#22
bonbonson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: philippines Posts: 387	Times have changed..... In hong kong during the 80s or 90s you can buy a rolex without a bracelet which is why you can buy bracelets right then and there no questions asked. Which is why my oyster rivet bracelet still looks new

4 April 2011, 03:55 PM	#23
nathan1038 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Posts: 26	I think that is very naughty. You paid for the strap when you purchased the watch, so it is yours, why should they be able to take it from you just becasue you want a new one.

4 April 2011, 03:59 PM	#24
dbphotos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: David Location: Texas Watch: your 6! Posts: 898	Ridiculous that you have to take your band off and put on a cheap Chinese leather band to get them to work on YOUR watch. They have no problem taking your money and they want to keep the old band?!? Simply ridiculous. Find an excellent watchmaker and give them your business. RSC in the USA seems to have issues. __________________ www.DavidBailey.com Rolex DD YG 18238 \| Rolex 1675 Pepsi \| Rolex 14060 \| Rolex Vintage 6694 \| Rolex TT 16013 \| Tudor Tiger 79280P on Shark strap \| a whole bunch of misc watches

4 April 2011, 05:04 PM	#25
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	Buying parts is becoming a problem indeed ! But buying a bracelet for your Explorer II should not be difficult A realistic price for a decent one is around $700-$800 (flip lock type) Just post a WTB (want to buy) thread for one right here at TRF.

4 April 2011, 05:28 PM	#26
roger0770 Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: On Earth Watch: A Few Posts: 1,510	you can purchase the bracelet from rsc. i did that for my gmt2. it's around $1100.

4 April 2011, 06:45 PM	#27
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Getting any bracelet here in the UK isn't a problem Any AD will do this for you and delivery time is usually 10 days. __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

8 May 2011, 04:52 PM	#29
scooba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Anything Posts: 2,586	Sub 93250 Just bought a BNIB 93250 in the uk easy £800 , earlier 93150 cost £720 . If any one wants help please PM me Another option is Kamal had dozens off stainless steel bracelets all OEM removed from watches that were DLC/PVD coated and nato straps fitted for the ProHunter range he developed ask nicely he is a nice guy ,

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