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malarky_hk · 20 October 2016, 12:57 AM

Thinking of getting a CK. What's the cost of the bracelet and end links?

JP Chestnut · 20 October 2016, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by El-Duderino

Now I just need to get over my fear of having my hand slip and scratching the lugs!

Clean your lugs and then use blue painter's tape everywhere that might get scratched. Even if you're good at changing bracelets, the tape will minimize the scratches created by the expanding spring bar as you remove the bracelet (those are hard to otherwise avoid).

JP Chestnut · 20 October 2016, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by El-Duderino

Couldn't get the darn thing to fit. Going back to the strap before I regret it.

Edit: I have never had so much trouble with a bracelet. Are these pins 1mm too long? I swear they must be as there is no way to get this sucker on with the provided pins.

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Omega does spec shorter spring bars for bracelets. The difference? 1mm!

El-Duderino · 20 October 2016, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Clean your lugs and then use blue painter's tape everywhere that might get scratched. Even if you're good at changing bracelets, the tape will minimize the scratches created by the expanding spring bar as you remove the bracelet (those are hard to otherwise avoid).

Yup. That is exactly what I do. Makes it a lot less scary.

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El-Duderino · 20 October 2016, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Omega does spec shorter spring bars for bracelets. The difference? 1mm!

I had my AD call Omega and they said the same thing! Apparently the ones that come with the watch fit both 19mm and 20mm openings. I ordered the shorter 19mm spring bars and as soon as they arrive I'll try again. Luckily, it looks pretty darn sharp with the strap!

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El-Duderino · 20 October 2016, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by malarky_hk

Thinking of getting a CK. What's the cost of the bracelet and end links?

I got mine LNIB, so I don't know the cost of a new bracelet. I'm guessing $500-$600USD.

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Cabaiguan · 20 October 2016, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by malarky_hk

thinking of getting a ck. What's the cost of the bracelet and end links?

$500usd

malarky_hk · 20 October 2016, 09:23 AM

Thanks for the cost info guys. Really thinking about this one. I'm on the wait list for the ceramic Daytona - who knows when I'll get the call. So I'm thinking I should get this instead.

The CK2998 a good substitute for the Daytona or wait for the Daytona?

JP Chestnut · 20 October 2016, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by El-Duderino

I had my AD call Omega and they said the same thing! Apparently the ones that come with the watch fit both 19mm and 20mm openings. I ordered the shorter 19mm spring bars and as soon as they arrive I'll try again. Luckily, it looks pretty darn sharp with the strap!

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I'm a speedy/strap guy, so I hear you!

JP Chestnut · 20 October 2016, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by malarky_hk

Thanks for the cost info guys. Really thinking about this one. I'm on the wait list for the ceramic Daytona - who knows when I'll get the call. So I'm thinking I should get this instead.

The CK2998 a good substitute for the Daytona or wait for the Daytona?

I have the blue Gemini LE and a Daytona. I'd say they're pretty similar, but the Daytona is way smaller. I'm glad to have both.

red1108nyc · 20 October 2016, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

I have the blue Gemini LE and a Daytona. I'd say they're pretty similar, but the Daytona is way smaller. I'm glad to have both.

Gemini LE is great. I was a fool for selling mine (twice). I will buy one back at some point.

JP Chestnut · 20 October 2016, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

Gemini LE is great. I was a fool for selling mine (twice). I will buy one back at some point.

I think I might like the CK2998 better, but I'd never sell my Gemini. I wore it when my daughter was born. Omega does blue really well.

ap1 · 20 October 2016, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by malarky_hk

Thanks for the cost info guys. Really thinking about this one. I'm on the wait list for the ceramic Daytona - who knows when I'll get the call. So I'm thinking I should get this instead.

The CK2998 a good substitute for the Daytona or wait for the Daytona?

This was my move. Deal with D500 call when / if it comes

RolexZen · 22 October 2016, 12:17 AM

Went to the local boutique last night for a Speedmaster event. They had museum examples of vintage Speedies like the original CK2998, the Ed White, the original moon watch, the original Mark II, etc. Very cool stuff.

One thing that I thought was kinda interesting was the fit of the bracelets on those old watches. Not nearly as nicely fit as today's watches and bracelets. Even the 1125/560 on the FOIS fits perfectly compared to the fit of the bracelet on the first Speedies.

El-Duderino · 22 October 2016, 03:49 AM

This is why I love this forum!

New shorter spring bars arrived per our discussion and the swap was a breeze. Thanks for all the ideas, help and advice guys! This CK2998 just went from great to spectacular!

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Cabaiguan · 22 October 2016, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by El-Duderino

This is why I love this forum!

New shorter spring bars arrived per our discussion and the swap was a breeze. Thanks for all the ideas, help and advice guys! This CK2998 just went from great to spectacular!

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Yes!!!!!!!

red1108nyc · 22 October 2016, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by El-Duderino

This is why I love this forum!

New shorter spring bars arrived per our discussion and the swap was a breeze. Thanks for all the ideas, help and advice guys! This CK2998 just went from great to spectacular!

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Looks awesome my friend

kwingy · 25 October 2016, 01:31 AM

Great thread - this watch just looks so much on bracelet IMO. Enjoy guys.

tunadubby · 3 November 2016, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by El-Duderino

This is why I love this forum!

New shorter spring bars arrived per our discussion and the swap was a breeze. Thanks for all the ideas, help and advice guys! This CK2998 just went from great to spectacular!

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Looks so so so good. I am now trying to do the same. Since installation, has the end links/bracelet scratched the inside of the lugs at all? thank you !

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mandrick · 10 November 2016, 08:34 AM

I tossed mine on a dark blue nato, but man that bracelet looks sharp!!

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ROGERB · 20 November 2016, 03:10 AM

Personally way nicer IMHO on the bracelet!!

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allintime · 19 October 2018, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

Looks awesome my friend

can you please what kind of spring bars did you use? thank you!

El-Duderino · 19 October 2018, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by allintime

can you please what kind of spring bars did you use? thank you!

I think this was directed at me. They are genuine Omega spring bars, which I believe are 1.8mm thick, 19mm wide double flange spring bars. Hope this helps.

red1108nyc · 19 October 2018, 10:24 AM

Absolutely keeps up with some of the finest chronographs

sensui · 19 October 2018, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

Absolutely keeps up with some of the finest chronographs

allintime · 20 October 2018, 02:35 AM

can you please what kind of spring bars did you use for CK2998? thank you!

tacotaco · 20 October 2018, 10:55 AM

Any pics with the 617 end links??

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20 October 2016, 12:57 AM	#31
malarky_hk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ... Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,466	Thinking of getting a CK. What's the cost of the bracelet and end links?

20 October 2016, 09:23 AM	#38
malarky_hk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ... Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,466	Thanks for the cost info guys. Really thinking about this one. I'm on the wait list for the ceramic Daytona - who knows when I'll get the call. So I'm thinking I should get this instead. The CK2998 a good substitute for the Daytona or wait for the Daytona?

22 October 2016, 12:17 AM	#44
RolexZen "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Atlanta Watch: No Rolex Posts: 722	Went to the local boutique last night for a Speedmaster event. They had museum examples of vintage Speedies like the original CK2998, the Ed White, the original moon watch, the original Mark II, etc. Very cool stuff. One thing that I thought was kinda interesting was the fit of the bracelets on those old watches. Not nearly as nicely fit as today's watches and bracelets. Even the 1125/560 on the FOIS fits perfectly compared to the fit of the bracelet on the first Speedies.

22 October 2016, 03:49 AM	#45
El-Duderino "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 610	This is why I love this forum! New shorter spring bars arrived per our discussion and the swap was a breeze. Thanks for all the ideas, help and advice guys! This CK2998 just went from great to spectacular! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

25 October 2016, 01:31 AM	#48
kwingy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: UK Posts: 1,268	Great thread - this watch just looks so much on bracelet IMO. Enjoy guys.

10 November 2016, 08:34 AM	#50
mandrick "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: BC, Canada Posts: 67	I tossed mine on a dark blue nato, but man that bracelet looks sharp!! [/URL]

20 November 2016, 03:10 AM	#51
ROGERB "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: WHITE ROCK BC Watch: 89 16610, 57 7914, Posts: 897	Personally way nicer IMHO on the bracelet!! R

19 October 2018, 10:24 AM	#54
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,495	Absolutely keeps up with some of the finest chronographs

20 October 2018, 02:35 AM	#56
allintime "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Belgium Posts: 2	can you please what kind of spring bars did you use for CK2998? thank you!

20 October 2018, 10:55 AM	#57
tacotaco "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: KCMO Watch: Daytona C - Black Posts: 398	Any pics with the 617 end links??

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