18 yr old bracelet, what to do?

[geemtee]

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]

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

[Urosfan]

Originally Posted by kilyung

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

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[c41006]

Originally Posted by kilyung

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

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[rollee1]

Originally Posted by kilyung

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

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[Malbolge]

get a Nato for it while you getting it repaired!

[Frosty]

Welcome to TRF!

[c41006]

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]

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.

[Sidmind]

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]

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]

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]

Could you post some photos? Thanks

[geemtee]

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!

[DubaiWatchGuy]

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

[GradyPhilpott]

Pictures would help.

[watchwatcher]

Welcome...listen to Mike.

[zama]

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

[Nycturbovr6]

Welcome! Michael young