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VICI · 22 August 2013, 10:48 AM

I am curious if you AP enthusiasts know of a way to change the bracelet of a ROO to a strap / visa versa besides taking it to an AP boutique.

I recently changed my Panda from bracelet to strap and as I'm about to go on a trip, am thinking that I'd rather have it back on the bracelet so that I can take it in the water.

Rather than going back and forth to AP, is there a preferred method or should I keep torturing myself and my bank account every time I go in there?

Thx

mws222 · 22 August 2013, 11:03 AM

The plots that hold the strap/bracelet on the watch head can be unscrewed and replaced with the other set of plots.

Swapping straps is a bit more difficult as you need two screwdrivers or a Bergeon tool...one to hold one side in place and the other to loosen/tighten.

mb23 · 22 August 2013, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex_NYC

I am curious if you AP enthusiasts know of a way to change the bracelet of a ROO to a strap / visa versa besides taking it to an AP boutique.

I recently changed my Panda from bracelet to strap and as I'm about to go on a trip, am thinking that I'd rather have it back on the bracelet so that I can take it in the water.

Rather than going back and forth to AP, is there a preferred method or should I keep torturing myself and my bank account every time I go in there?

Thx

Have AP do it Alex, the strap changing on AP's is a bit difficult. To be safe, they have the proper tools to swap it.

VICI · 22 August 2013, 10:03 PM

Thanks Mike... Trying to avoid being around their RG ROC :)

simongpaez · 22 August 2013, 11:59 PM

How much do they charge for every change of strap?

VICI · 23 August 2013, 02:11 AM

Complimentary... or you could just find something new there

thsiao · 23 August 2013, 03:57 AM

It's not hard to change but the screws are initially VERY tight because of the loctite. After the initial change, the subsequent changes become a breeze. I did damage two screw heads when I removed the rubber strap from my Diver to replace it with the bracelet so had to order two replacement screws (old ones were still ok to use but head was a bit deformed) for $7 each.

AK797 · 23 August 2013, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Alex_NYC

Thanks Mike... Trying to avoid being around their RG ROC :)

Too late for me...

22 August 2013, 10:48 AM	#1
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	Changing from bracelet to strap - how to? I am curious if you AP enthusiasts know of a way to change the bracelet of a ROO to a strap / visa versa besides taking it to an AP boutique. I recently changed my Panda from bracelet to strap and as I'm about to go on a trip, am thinking that I'd rather have it back on the bracelet so that I can take it in the water. Rather than going back and forth to AP, is there a preferred method or should I keep torturing myself and my bank account every time I go in there? Thx

23 August 2013, 02:11 AM	#6
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	Changing from bracelet to strap - how to? Complimentary... or you could just find something new there

23 August 2013, 03:57 AM	#7
thsiao "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,248	It's not hard to change but the screws are initially VERY tight because of the loctite. After the initial change, the subsequent changes become a breeze. I did damage two screw heads when I removed the rubber strap from my Diver to replace it with the bracelet so had to order two replacement screws (old ones were still ok to use but head was a bit deformed) for $7 each. __________________ Instagram @lifeofawis www.lifeofawis.com

22 August 2013, 11:03 AM	#2
mws222 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Nowhere Posts: 2,103	The plots that hold the strap/bracelet on the watch head can be unscrewed and replaced with the other set of plots. Swapping straps is a bit more difficult as you need two screwdrivers or a Bergeon tool...one to hold one side in place and the other to loosen/tighten.

22 August 2013, 10:03 PM	#4
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	Thanks Mike... Trying to avoid being around their RG ROC :)

22 August 2013, 11:59 PM	#5
simongpaez "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Simon Location: Houston Watch: Some Posts: 1,109	How much do they charge for every change of strap?

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