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Ace2Rolex · 9 May 2016, 09:01 AM

Evening TRFers. Wondering if anyone with DD40 has purchased the 1.25 "large" link? I realized this past week that in extreme heat, combined with salty food and maybe a few drinks ;) my wrist swells to a point which makes the Presi a wee bit uncomfortable.

Adding a regular link makes it too large for normal wear so I figured 1.25 is the way to go. Heading to RSC tomorrow to pick one up for a whopping $1000. Looking for some feedback, anyone found themselves in a similar situation? Happy with the 1.25?

As always, thanks in advance for the feedback

kirksingleton · 9 May 2016, 09:03 AM

wow, that is one expensive link!
I am sure it will work fine.

rebel_1 · 9 May 2016, 09:29 AM

I got one form my AD. It made for the perfect fit. As for costs, my AD didn't charge me. I've heard others say it should be around $600 US for gold.

Daytona88 · 9 May 2016, 09:40 AM

Yowza! Maybe that's why many of us have worn DD's a little loose

Boaters · 9 May 2016, 10:08 AM

WOW that is pricey

AK797 · 9 May 2016, 10:44 AM

1 link is around £4/500 so I guess one and quarter is £600ish so around $1K.

BNA/LION · 9 May 2016, 12:10 PM

I have the same issue with my 36mm DD. Took a link out too tight but one more in a little loose. Haven't gotten around to pricing one but $1K seems a little high. You may want to call around or post a WTB thread too. Good Luck!

jschmidtdmd · 9 May 2016, 12:12 PM

I have no idea on cost, but this is the issue with the day date and the nautilus.

peterskinner · 9 May 2016, 12:15 PM

Rolex are a bit mean with the President bracelet. It is supplied with two links less than the standard bracelets in stainless steel. And, in the UK, each link is £400. Given the great cost of this watch, the bracelet should come at the same size as other Rolex bracelets.
Fortunately mine fits ok, but I don't have a particularly large wrist.

watchwatcher · 9 May 2016, 12:26 PM

The last I heard (well over a year ago) they were over $800...so I guess the price is in the ballpark. They will occasionally pop up here in the accessories sub forum for a lot less, but that is way hit and miss.

If it enables you to enjoy your watch more, well worth it, my friend. Please let us know how this turns out.

rebel_1 · 9 May 2016, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rebel_1

I got one form my AD. It made for the perfect fit. As for costs, my AD didn't charge me. I've heard others say it should be around $600 US for gold.

TBO, mine was for a DDII not a DD40.

DJJon · 9 May 2016, 01:24 PM

I got the 1 1/4 link for my 36 mm Datejust Super Jubilee - so happy I did, what a game changer.

Do it !

ilikebond · 9 May 2016, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJJon

I got the 1 1/4 link for my 36 mm Datejust Super Jubilee - so happy I did, what a game changer.

Do it !

Ditto. Made fit perfect. I think it was like $83.

fskywalker · 9 May 2016, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJJon

I got the 1 1/4 link for my 36 mm Datejust Super Jubilee - so happy I did, what a game changer.

Do it !

Think the datejust link is 1 1/2 and not 1 1/4; just ordered one last week.

PRH · 9 May 2016, 09:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ace2Rolex

Evening TRFers. Wondering if anyone with DD40 has purchased the 1.25 "large" link? I realized this past week that in extreme heat, combined with salty food and maybe a few drinks ;) my wrist swells to a point which makes the Presi a wee bit uncomfortable.

Adding a regular link makes it too large for normal wear so I figured 1.25 is the way to go. Heading to RSC tomorrow to pick one up for a whopping $1000. Looking for some feedback, anyone found themselves in a similar situation? Happy with the 1.25?

As always, thanks in advance for the feedback

The large link for the 40DD is £583 in UK, around $830. My AD took my single link and no charge for the large link. I still have 2 normal links if necessary. The large link makes all the difference.

Ace2Rolex · 9 May 2016, 09:19 PM

$850CDN plus tax is about $960. Going to reach out to AD and see if he will swap for less. Good call. Thanks

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fskywalker · 9 May 2016, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PRH

My AD took my single link and no charge for the large link.

That's what I call good service! 👍🏻

kilyung · 9 May 2016, 10:53 PM

I need a half link for my Pt DD2. Seeing as they don't make one in half increments, I'd have to buy two 1.25 links. IIRC it's $1,250. Each.

brettpaul · 9 May 2016, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rebel_1

I got one form my AD. It made for the perfect fit. As for costs, my AD didn't charge me. I've heard others say it should be around $600 US for gold.

That is amazing mate - just shows the value of developing a good relationship with your AD!

Ace2Rolex · 10 May 2016, 01:10 PM

Got the link today. Made a noticeable difference... Definitely worth it.

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captain_rossco · 13 July 2020, 06:50 PM

Called Rolex (UK) this morning and was informed that the DD40 1.25 link is not an option. Has anybody elsewhere in the world had better luck?

phez · 13 July 2020, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ace2Rolex

Evening TRFers. Wondering if anyone with DD40 has purchased the 1.25 "large" link? I realized this past week that in extreme heat, combined with salty food and maybe a few drinks ;) my wrist swells to a point which makes the Presi a wee bit uncomfortable.

Adding a regular link makes it too large for normal wear so I figured 1.25 is the way to go. Heading to RSC tomorrow to pick one up for a whopping $1000. Looking for some feedback, anyone found themselves in a similar situation? Happy with the 1.25?

As always, thanks in advance for the feedback

I have had one on my WG DD40 and my Platinum DD40, makes the bracelet a perfect fit. Only down side is the Platinum one is the equivalent of over $2100!

phez · 13 July 2020, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by captain_rossco

Called Rolex (UK) this morning and was informed that the DD40 1.25 link is not an option. Has anybody elsewhere in the world had better luck?

Not sure who you spoke to, but the 1.25 link, referred to as “large link” is available for all President DD40 bracelets.

JParm · 13 July 2020, 09:29 PM

Would love the 1.25 link, but cannot justify the cost (but can justify a 30k+ watch

)

The games the mind plays...

brandrea · 13 July 2020, 09:32 PM

I wish they’d figure out an adjustable clasp for the DD ...

9 May 2016, 09:01 AM	#1
Ace2Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: Toronto Watch: 116263 LP TOG Posts: 204	DD40 President 1.25 link price vs fit!? Evening TRFers. Wondering if anyone with DD40 has purchased the 1.25 "large" link? I realized this past week that in extreme heat, combined with salty food and maybe a few drinks ;) my wrist swells to a point which makes the Presi a wee bit uncomfortable. Adding a regular link makes it too large for normal wear so I figured 1.25 is the way to go. Heading to RSC tomorrow to pick one up for a whopping $1000. Looking for some feedback, anyone found themselves in a similar situation? Happy with the 1.25? As always, thanks in advance for the feedback __________________ 228239♕14060M♕1601♕116263 LP♕116234♕ Time is the most valuable thing that a man can spend.

9 May 2016, 09:29 AM	#3
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	I got one form my AD. It made for the perfect fit. As for costs, my AD didn't charge me. I've heard others say it should be around $600 US for gold. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

9 May 2016, 12:10 PM	#7
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,206	I have the same issue with my 36mm DD. Took a link out too tight but one more in a little loose. Haven't gotten around to pricing one but $1K seems a little high. You may want to call around or post a WTB thread too. Good Luck! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

9 May 2016, 12:12 PM	#8
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	I have no idea on cost, but this is the issue with the day date and the nautilus. __________________ Watches!

9 May 2016, 09:19 PM	#16
Ace2Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: Toronto Watch: 116263 LP TOG Posts: 204	$850CDN plus tax is about $960. Going to reach out to AD and see if he will swap for less. Good call. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 228239♕14060M♕1601♕116263 LP♕116234♕ Time is the most valuable thing that a man can spend.

9 May 2016, 09:03 AM	#2
kirksingleton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,759	wow, that is one expensive link! I am sure it will work fine.

9 May 2016, 09:40 AM	#4
Daytona88 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: USA Watch: 5712 Posts: 2,597	Yowza! Maybe that's why many of us have worn DD's a little loose

9 May 2016, 10:08 AM	#5
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	WOW that is pricey

9 May 2016, 10:44 AM	#6
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,230	1 link is around £4/500 so I guess one and quarter is £600ish so around $1K.

9 May 2016, 12:15 PM	#9
peterskinner "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: East Sussex U Posts: 1,351	Rolex are a bit mean with the President bracelet. It is supplied with two links less than the standard bracelets in stainless steel. And, in the UK, each link is £400. Given the great cost of this watch, the bracelet should come at the same size as other Rolex bracelets. Fortunately mine fits ok, but I don't have a particularly large wrist.

9 May 2016, 12:26 PM	#10
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	The last I heard (well over a year ago) they were over $800...so I guess the price is in the ballpark. They will occasionally pop up here in the accessories sub forum for a lot less, but that is way hit and miss. If it enables you to enjoy your watch more, well worth it, my friend. Please let us know how this turns out.

9 May 2016, 01:24 PM	#12
DJJon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Jon Location: USA Watch: DJ - Need Sub Bad Posts: 1,889	I got the 1 1/4 link for my 36 mm Datejust Super Jubilee - so happy I did, what a game changer. Do it !

9 May 2016, 10:53 PM	#18
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	I need a half link for my Pt DD2. Seeing as they don't make one in half increments, I'd have to buy two 1.25 links. IIRC it's $1,250. Each.

10 May 2016, 01:10 PM	#20
Ace2Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: Toronto Watch: 116263 LP TOG Posts: 204	Got the link today. Made a noticeable difference... Definitely worth it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 228239♕14060M♕1601♕116263 LP♕116234♕ Time is the most valuable thing that a man can spend.

13 July 2020, 06:50 PM	#21
captain_rossco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Rossco Location: South West UK Posts: 63	DD40 1.25 link no longer available. Called Rolex (UK) this morning and was informed that the DD40 1.25 link is not an option. Has anybody elsewhere in the world had better luck?

13 July 2020, 09:29 PM	#24
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,556	Would love the 1.25 link, but cannot justify the cost (but can justify a 30k+ watch ) The games the mind plays... __________________

13 July 2020, 09:32 PM	#25
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,694	I wish they’d figure out an adjustable clasp for the DD ...

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