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13 April 2014, 06:11 AM | #1 |
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Question about vintage bracelet stretch
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I've got a question about the typical bracelet stretch experienced with vintage Datejusts of the 1601 / 1601x / 1623x series. I'm aware that in the Jubilee, the centre links are essentially hollow loops of metal. Is it also the case that the centre links of the Oyster bracelets for this series are hollow ? And if so, do they typically experience stretch as much as the Jubilee, or is significant stretching something that is only really seen with the Jubilee ? |
13 April 2014, 07:32 AM | #2 |
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They are hollow, oyster band is more resistant to stretch IMHO.
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If you look at enough vintage pieces you will see quite a few Oyster bracelets that are horribly stretched out, too. It's just the nature of the design, using hollow links. Safe queens and desk divers are less prone to stretch than daily beaters. Once she's stretched out there's no going back, either.
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I'll type more slowly next time. Oyster bracelets also exhibit signs of stretch. The older they are and the more they were worn, the more stretch they exhibit. It's the nature of hollow links. You also cannot repair the damage once it's done. Just like Jolimont posted, it's like watching your favorite pub burn down.
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once your oyster or jubilee/president gets stretched send it to Michael young for repair $120-$200
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Good to know there's a guy who does it. I stand corrected. I was under the impression from speaking with an AD that it's something you just get used to, like weathering on your favorite leather couch.
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Hi,
Thanks for the replies, all - very informative, as always ! |
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Wow. Michael Young. Great info. All ADs should have his card on hand because there is a lot of bad info out there. No surprise, though. So how does Michael Young work this magic? That's a pretty incredible transformation.
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