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Juggernaut · 29 August 2013, 03:21 PM

How important is it for buyers to have the clasp code that matches the date of the serial number of the case. It's nice that the clasp can be separated from the rest of the bracelet.

Another way to ask: would you choose a beat up original clasp or a nice and crisp service clasp?

Clay · 29 August 2013, 08:22 PM

It's certainly always nice to have the original "everything" with a watch, but I would say for me that the "clasp" would be last on my list of "Must Haves"...
If you have the original clasp, but it's in less then proper shape, why not remove it and store it away. Then pick up a newer replacement to wear...

MonBK · 29 August 2013, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Clay

It's certainly always nice to have the original "everything" with a watch, but I would say for me that the "clasp" would be last on my list of "Must Haves"...
If you have the original clasp, but it's in less then proper shape, why not remove it and store it away. Then pick up a newer replacement to wear...

Good advice.

Juggernaut · 30 August 2013, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Clay

It's certainly always nice to have the original "everything" with a watch, but I would say for me that the "clasp" would be last on my list of "Must Haves"...
If you have the original clasp, but it's in less then proper shape, why not remove it and store it away. Then pick up a newer replacement to wear...

That's exactly what I've done. I have what seems to be the original 93150 bracelet and clasp, but I've stored the clasp in the safe and bought a nice used 93250 clasp to wear it with and enjoy it's overall better design.

padi56 · 29 August 2013, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Juggernaut

How important is it for buyers to have the clasp code that matches the date of the serial number of the case. It's nice that the clasp can be separated from the rest of the bracelet.

Another way to ask: would you choose a beat up original clasp or a nice and crisp service clasp?

Its more than possible any clasp code will not match any case serial as all these Internet codes are just a approx date when the case or clasp was stamped,now this don't always mean when the completed watch or bracelet was made.

HL65 · 29 August 2013, 08:42 PM

I am not caught up in bracelets as they are easily replaceable. For me it is all about the watch and top of my list is the dial!!

timnik · 29 August 2013, 10:38 PM

It's so easy to replace the clasp. The actual bracelet and links can be from anywhere and everywhere.

springer · 29 August 2013, 11:28 PM

Having a bracelet that is date coded properly for a watch is a big plus since it is an integral part of the watch. I always find it a bonus when I purchase a vintage Rolex with the correct bracelet.

greekbum · 29 August 2013, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by springer

Having a bracelet that is date coded properly for a watch is a big plus since it is an integral part of the watch. I always find it a bonus when I purchase a vintage Rolex with the correct bracelet.

Its a plus to me also

On any collectable or full set vintage piece who wouldn't like it?

joe100 · 29 August 2013, 11:42 PM

Besides, the clasp codes can be original but still a couple of years either side of the serial

swish77 · 30 August 2013, 01:32 AM

Like tires on a vintage car. Nice to have, but replaceable. The body is what I care about.

joe100 · 30 August 2013, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by swish77

Like tires on a vintage car. Nice to have, but replaceable. The body is what I care about.

Yep. As long as the bracelet is period correct. Back in the golden age of Rolex, you could specify just about any bracelet as long as it fit. The AD would gladly swap for whatever you want. That's why you see 5500s with jubilees, GMTs, and Explorer 2s with Sub bracelets. Rolex didn't mind at all.

Nowadays they mind awfully

KZZN · 30 August 2013, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by joe100

Besides, the clasp codes can be original but still a couple of years either side of the serial

Hi,

Indeed, very true. My Oysterquartz Datejust has a serial number that puts the case at around 1984, a clasp code from 1982, and papers dated 1988 - and it's all original parts, never service replaced. So these things are always approximate guides at best.

scottb2 · 2 September 2013, 12:18 PM

bracelets to me are interchangeable - i like them to be tight with no stretch - clasp code not so so important to me but its a matter of taste

crowncollection · 2 September 2013, 12:50 PM

one of the last things on my list, its always nice but not essential

29 August 2013, 03:21 PM	#1
Juggernaut "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 901	Correct clasp code-how critical? How important is it for buyers to have the clasp code that matches the date of the serial number of the case. It's nice that the clasp can be separated from the rest of the bracelet. Another way to ask: would you choose a beat up original clasp or a nice and crisp service clasp?

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HL65 TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,290	I am not caught up in bracelets as they are easily replaceable. For me it is all about the watch and top of my list is the dial!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

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springer 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,474	Having a bracelet that is date coded properly for a watch is a big plus since it is an integral part of the watch. I always find it a bonus when I purchase a vintage Rolex with the correct bracelet. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

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Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	It's certainly always nice to have the original "everything" with a watch, but I would say for me that the "clasp" would be last on my list of "Must Haves"... If you have the original clasp, but it's in less then proper shape, why not remove it and store it away. Then pick up a newer replacement to wear...

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timnik "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Cambridge UK Posts: 120	It's so easy to replace the clasp. The actual bracelet and links can be from anywhere and everywhere.

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swish77 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 7,089	Like tires on a vintage car. Nice to have, but replaceable. The body is what I care about.

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scottb2 Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 651	bracelets to me are interchangeable - i like them to be tight with no stretch - clasp code not so so important to me but its a matter of taste

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