Recommendation Needed: Rose Gold Deployant Clasp

[ian.thomas]

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Hey Gang:

I'm looking for a rose gold, real or 'tone', butterfly (or other type) clasp in 18mm. It's for my Breguet and I can get one for $3k+, or used for $2.5k-ish, but I really don't want to spend that much.

Any recommendations for a good non-branded solid rose gold or gold-tone clasp? I would prefer solid, but this is for a dress watch that is not a daily wear, so a tone will work too.

Thanks!

[enjoythemusic]

Well, with gold prices being what they are... i'd just bite the bullet and get the used one since this is something you wear.

[Easy E]

A new one will be used the moment you wear it. Get the used option. I would not put a "toned" aftermarket mall clasp on a Breguet, seems blasphemous.

[ian.thomas]

Originally Posted by Easy E

A new one will be used the moment you wear it. Get the used option. I would not put a "toned" aftermarket mall clasp on a Breguet, seems blasphemous.

Agree, but $2.5k+ is a lot. That's why I was hoping there are another non-branded solid alternative. I've been looking, but haven't found anything yet.

I can get this one new for $3,150, but damn that's a lot for a clasp

[CFR]

Before you look for anything more expensive, try a rose gold plated Hadley Roma deployant (butterfly) for $50 on Amazon. Return it if you don't like it. I've used HR deployants for years on certain watches and like them.

[ParkerBatz]

Are you satisfied with the Hadley Roma deployant and what are you most satisfied with?

[ian.thomas]

Found a solution for now. I got a Delugs RG Spring Deployant Clasp in 16mm ($95).

The cool feature is that it allows for the original buckle to be used. The Breguet RG looks a bit yellow next to the Delugs RG, but overall I'm happy.

I may still get a solid gold clasp if I find a good deal.

[pendlepants]

What are your thoughts about the build quality and ease of use on the Delugs clasp? I saw that they released those and have been intrigued — I felt like their old deployants were a little cheap but these new looks like a marked improvement.

[ian.thomas]

So far I really like it. It takes a bit to get used to because of the snap-back action, and since I'm using the original buckle I'm careful for the strap not to slip out. I think with the buckle Delugs supplies would feel more secure taking it on/off, but I love that I can use the Breguet buckle.

I put a dark green ostrich strap on last night >>>