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23 October 2008, 03:29 PM | #1 |
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Daytona Clasp on Y/M has anyone done it?
I seem to remember a thread a while ago related to someone changing the clasp on their Y/M to the new style Daytona clasp. Does that ring any bells with anyone? I am curious as to what was involved and how much it cost to make the switch.
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Thank you Jocke, very informative, I have a T/T so I would guess this wouldn't be an inexpensive part but it really makes quite an improvement. The clasp is really the only part on the watch that I am not that fond of it just seems a little cheap compared to the rest of the package.
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I plan to do that exact same transformation on my Sub..
Just as soon as Jocke sends me the new Daytona clasp........... I think I could be waiting quite a while...........
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No one knows I guess.
But we still love you. Jocke
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24 October 2008, 04:35 AM | #8 |
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Hey Jocke. I have a new gmt II and an M Daytona. When I get home this evening I'll make the swap and post some pics. Have a great day. GG
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One question: how can I buy the necessary parts? I've been in to Rolex (London) & tried, but was told Rolex class the change as customisation & won't get involved. They will still service it if the modification has been made though.
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Any authorised dealer should be able to get you one, Ernest Jones, WOS, Goldsmiths...The last one I changed was about 2yrs ago, but don't expect much change from £500-£600.
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Thanks for the info. Any idea on what part numbers to ask for?
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Tony they will know the part, it is quite a common request actually. The clasp last time I ordered one back in May was £450 inclusive. The daytona bracelet complete for an older GMT was £950 and to have it brushed was free by the watchmaker.
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25 October 2008, 12:51 AM | #15 |
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Don't forget to ask for the comfort link as well, it isn't included if you just order the clasp, it is a seperate part.
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very easy process, takes few minutes, its just the same as resizing the bracelet
ohh i forgot there are people here that dont know how to do that .. lol 0_0
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