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_speedmaster_ · 7 December 2018, 09:19 AM

Went to the NYC Omega boutique today to inquire about a 1565/976 bracelet (I've seen others do this and I think it looks awesome). Things quickly became awkward from there.

I was at first told, this was a "customization" and they could sell me the bracelet (assuming I present a watch with proper records), but will not install it. The omega salesperson telling me this seemed a bit shocked that I would even make the request to begin with. This was all stated as she was on the computer, presumably looking up the order ref.

After agreeing to their stipulation, that I would buy the bracelet and simply have it installed somewhere else, she looked on her computer and "just noticed" that the 1565/976 bracelet was actually unavailable to purchase. Making it seem as though it was discontinued. Then she awkwardly paused as I raised an eyebrow and waited for me to leave.

So, questions....

1) Have any of you heard of the 1565/976 being discontinued?
2) Does this salesperson just have a problem with my face (pic in avatar for reference)?

red1108nyc · 7 December 2018, 10:02 AM

I think this topic has been discussed in the past within this thread.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=498074

_speedmaster_ · 7 December 2018, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red1108nyc

I think this topic has been discussed in the past within this thread.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=498074

Thanks. But I’m more looking for confirm on if the braclet was discontinued by Omega...or this salesperson was mistaken and I can order it at another boutique/AD.

AEC · 7 December 2018, 10:12 PM

Try phoning one of the more adept Authorized Dealers. Topper's in California has been very helpful to me any time I have phoned and ordered straps, buckles, etc.

As for question #2, it does sound like a salesperson having a crappy day and taking it out on you. People there are usually pretty helpful, so maybe she was dealing with some personal difficulty and should have taken a break instead of taking your question.

_speedmaster_ · 23 December 2018, 07:28 AM

Tried a local AD I trust. They also confirmed that the old style 1565/976 bracelet was discontinued by Omega.

I was told that the 020STZ006704 was the replacement.
Is anyone familiar with this bracelet? Is it definitely compatible with the CK2998?

_speedmaster_ · 13 January 2019, 05:20 AM

Just in case anyone is interested, the 020STZ006704 bracelet works perfectly for the CK2998 case.

7 December 2018, 09:19 AM	#1
_speedmaster_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 2,443	CK2998 Bracelet Went to the NYC Omega boutique today to inquire about a 1565/976 bracelet (I've seen others do this and I think it looks awesome). Things quickly became awkward from there. I was at first told, this was a "customization" and they could sell me the bracelet (assuming I present a watch with proper records), but will not install it. The omega salesperson telling me this seemed a bit shocked that I would even make the request to begin with. This was all stated as she was on the computer, presumably looking up the order ref. After agreeing to their stipulation, that I would buy the bracelet and simply have it installed somewhere else, she looked on her computer and "just noticed" that the 1565/976 bracelet was actually unavailable to purchase. Making it seem as though it was discontinued. Then she awkwardly paused as I raised an eyebrow and waited for me to leave. So, questions.... 1) Have any of you heard of the 1565/976 being discontinued? 2) Does this salesperson just have a problem with my face (pic in avatar for reference)? __________________ Blancpain \| Chopard LUC \| Grand Seiko/King Seiko \| Grönefeld \| Laurent Ferrier \| Moritz Grossmann \| Omega \| Trilobe \| Urban Jürgensen instagram.com/ct_watch_guy

23 December 2018, 07:28 AM	#5
_speedmaster_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 2,443	Tried a local AD I trust. They also confirmed that the old style 1565/976 bracelet was discontinued by Omega. I was told that the 020STZ006704 was the replacement. Is anyone familiar with this bracelet? Is it definitely compatible with the CK2998? __________________ Blancpain \| Chopard LUC \| Grand Seiko/King Seiko \| Grönefeld \| Laurent Ferrier \| Moritz Grossmann \| Omega \| Trilobe \| Urban Jürgensen instagram.com/ct_watch_guy

13 January 2019, 05:20 AM	#6
_speedmaster_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 2,443	Just in case anyone is interested, the 020STZ006704 bracelet works perfectly for the CK2998 case. __________________ Blancpain \| Chopard LUC \| Grand Seiko/King Seiko \| Grönefeld \| Laurent Ferrier \| Moritz Grossmann \| Omega \| Trilobe \| Urban Jürgensen instagram.com/ct_watch_guy

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7 December 2018, 10:02 AM	#2
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,496	I think this topic has been discussed in the past within this thread. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=498074

7 December 2018, 10:12 PM	#4
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,239	Try phoning one of the more adept Authorized Dealers. Topper's in California has been very helpful to me any time I have phoned and ordered straps, buckles, etc. As for question #2, it does sound like a salesperson having a crappy day and taking it out on you. People there are usually pretty helpful, so maybe she was dealing with some personal difficulty and should have taken a break instead of taking your question.

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