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RossK · 22 January 2022, 11:09 AM

My recent purchase at the AD and they refused to supply an extra link free.

B2 Stealth · 22 January 2022, 11:19 AM

Purchased a CHNR last Saturday and a BLRO a year ago--had to purchase a link for both.

Marcjvr · 22 January 2022, 11:19 AM

Lol

Why should it be free?

Laszlo · 22 January 2022, 11:20 AM

Yeah, no.

JodyHighroller · 22 January 2022, 11:33 AM

That’s a negative. If you need any additional links than what comes standard then you are on the hook for it.

afmars · 22 January 2022, 11:38 AM

Dream on

WatchesNBlondes · 22 January 2022, 11:40 AM

I think you can get the right sized oyster flex, but if you need an additional link in the steel or metal bracelet, I would assume you'd have to pay.

donq · 22 January 2022, 11:40 AM

Gold links are surprisingly expensive.

fskywalker · 22 January 2022, 11:53 AM

Well it is up to the AD to decide, just like they decide if give you a discount under msrp

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skipstar · 22 January 2022, 11:54 AM

I had 2 links added to my BLRO, 1 link added to my White Daytona and 1 link added to my LV Sub and I did not pay for any of these links.

HogwldFLTR · 22 January 2022, 11:54 AM

ADs do very little for free in my experience.

Kevin of Larchmont · 22 January 2022, 12:05 PM

Welcome to the forum.

enjoythemusic · 22 January 2022, 12:07 PM

Am sure your AD would be happy to supply them. How many did you buy?

dpt.calvin · 22 January 2022, 12:15 PM

Good time to start that diet!

Rmoor · 22 January 2022, 12:16 PM

Always no charge for me

JMGoodnight369 · 22 January 2022, 12:17 PM

Welcome to the forum and that’s gonna be a hard no lol.

Justindo · 22 January 2022, 12:19 PM

They should but I'd doubt it.

noshame · 22 January 2022, 12:27 PM

AD's are not obligated to provide an extra link free of charge; however, it wouldn't be out of the question for them to do so. I really think it all depends on your relationship with them.

If you are a long time and loyal customer, they might provide a SS link (about $80CDN) if needed to fit your wrist, but a Rolesor or PM link would be more unlikely as those can get expensive. And to be clear, this is only if you need the link to get a proper fit, not because you just want an extra link to keep as a spare.

ltmgeller · 22 January 2022, 12:27 PM

The watches come with a certain amount of links. If you need more, you will have to pay.

RossK · 22 January 2022, 12:57 PM

Previous times two other ADs provided the links for free. At $230 a link I’m not totally happy with them.

GradyPhilpott · 22 January 2022, 12:58 PM

My experience is that if the bracelet needs a link to fit, then it comes with the watch. Beyond that, you'll most likely have to pay.

When I bought my 116200-63600 in 2009, I told the resident watchmaker that the watch would need an extra link for warm weather and he provided one, with the admonition that it is only free if it's necessary and he could see that it would be necessary, because who wants a watch they can only wear in certain weather.

The Super Jubilee, not having any micro-adjustments, was an easier sell, I would guess.

I like my bracelets loose, so he installed it at that time, so it always fits, but sometimes it's tighter and sometimes looser, but either way, it fits.

Such was not the case with any of my watches with Oyster bracelets, all of which fit well enough that micro-adjustments are all that is necessary.

donas · 22 January 2022, 02:56 PM

Nothing is free, particularly from a Rolex AD.

ogbeans · 22 January 2022, 04:15 PM

You just bought a Rolex bruhhh…..buy that extra link, it’s all good

RossK · 22 January 2022, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

My experience is that if the bracelet needs a link to fit, then it comes with the watch. Beyond that, you'll most likely have to pay.

When I bought my 116200-63600 in 2009, I told the resident watchmaker that the watch would need an extra link for warm weather and he provided one, with the admonition that it is only free if it's necessary and he could see that it would be necessary, because who wants a watch they can only wear in certain weather.

The Super Jubilee, not having any micro-adjustments, was an easier sell, I would guess.

I like my bracelets loose, so he installed it at that time, so it always fits, but sometimes it's tighter and sometimes looser, but either way, it fits.

Such was not the case with any of my watches with Oyster bracelets, all of which fit well enough that micro-adjustments are all that is necessary.

This has been my past experience as well. IMO when buying a high dollar watch you shouldn't have to pay out to make it fit you properly.

Nairn1980 · 22 January 2022, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RossK

My recent purchase at the AD and they refused to supply an extra link free.

It’s at their discretion and cost.
Standard practice is to charge as they it’s chargeable to them.

Nairn1980 · 22 January 2022, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RossK

Previous times two other ADs provided the links for free. At $230 a link I’m not totally happy with them.

Go to the other AD then in future if you prefer them.

Things used to be a lot different than they are now, and it’s only right at that cost that you have to pay really

It’s because of your wrist size. Others may not need links due to smaller wrists, so why should you get extra ones for free?

Old Expat Beast · 22 January 2022, 05:36 PM

Assuming it was the two-tone DJ you just posted, you can't really blame them for charging you for a link. At least you got chocs and sparkling water.

joli160 · 22 January 2022, 05:44 PM

I would expect that they throw it in for free to build a relationship with you

SS Oyster · 22 January 2022, 05:45 PM

You have to purchase extra links.

Fredrik · 22 January 2022, 05:57 PM

I never paid for SS extra links, it is up to the AD. I do not own any PM or TT watches but I would expect to pay for extra links for those.

22 January 2022, 11:09 AM	#1
RossK Banned Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Downers Grove IL Posts: 40	Are Ads supposed to supply an extra link if needed? My recent purchase at the AD and they refused to supply an extra link free.

22 January 2022, 11:20 AM	#4
Laszlo 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,847	Yeah, no. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

22 January 2022, 11:53 AM	#9
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,591	Well it is up to the AD to decide, just like they decide if give you a discount under msrp Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 Zenith 02.470.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

22 January 2022, 11:54 AM	#10
skipstar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: Kevin Location: Northeast Watch: My first, Sub Date Posts: 1,898	I had 2 links added to my BLRO, 1 link added to my White Daytona and 1 link added to my LV Sub and I did not pay for any of these links. __________________ 116610LN \| 126610LV \| 126710 BLRO \| 116500LN \| 124300 Green, Wife’s \| 126334 Blue w/Diamonds, Wife’s Tudor M79360N-0002 \| M79230B-006 Wife’s

22 January 2022, 11:54 AM	#11
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	ADs do very little for free in my experience. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

22 January 2022, 11:19 AM	#2
B2 Stealth "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,559	Purchased a CHNR last Saturday and a BLRO a year ago--had to purchase a link for both.

22 January 2022, 11:19 AM	#3
Marcjvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Southeast Watch: 214270 Posts: 2,554	Lol Why should it be free?

22 January 2022, 11:33 AM	#5
JodyHighroller Banned Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 2,149	That’s a negative. If you need any additional links than what comes standard then you are on the hook for it.

22 January 2022, 11:38 AM	#6
afmars "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Andrew Location: USA Watch: BLRO Posts: 738	Dream on

22 January 2022, 11:40 AM	#7
WatchesNBlondes Banned Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: USA Posts: 270	I think you can get the right sized oyster flex, but if you need an additional link in the steel or metal bracelet, I would assume you'd have to pay.

22 January 2022, 11:40 AM	#8
donq "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas tx Watch: 16610,1675,16030 Posts: 1,135	Gold links are surprisingly expensive.

22 January 2022, 12:05 PM	#12
Kevin of Larchmont 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: The Doghouse Watch: Ingersoll Mickey Posts: 2,805	Welcome to the forum.

22 January 2022, 12:07 PM	#13
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,405	Am sure your AD would be happy to supply them. How many did you buy? __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

22 January 2022, 12:15 PM	#14
dpt.calvin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: TRF Posts: 2,266	Good time to start that diet! __________________

22 January 2022, 12:16 PM	#15
Rmoor "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: North East Posts: 228	Always no charge for me

22 January 2022, 12:17 PM	#16
JMGoodnight369 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Georgia USA Posts: 349	Welcome to the forum and that’s gonna be a hard no lol.

22 January 2022, 12:19 PM	#17
Justindo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: California Posts: 2,176	They should but I'd doubt it.

22 January 2022, 12:27 PM	#18
noshame "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Alex Location: Canada Posts: 1,535	AD's are not obligated to provide an extra link free of charge; however, it wouldn't be out of the question for them to do so. I really think it all depends on your relationship with them. If you are a long time and loyal customer, they might provide a SS link (about $80CDN) if needed to fit your wrist, but a Rolesor or PM link would be more unlikely as those can get expensive. And to be clear, this is only if you need the link to get a proper fit, not because you just want an extra link to keep as a spare. __________________ Submariner Date 116610LN \| GMT-Master II 126710BLNR on Jubilee \| Explorer Rolesor 124273 \| Explorer II Polar 226570

22 January 2022, 12:27 PM	#19
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,350	The watches come with a certain amount of links. If you need more, you will have to pay. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

22 January 2022, 12:57 PM	#20
RossK Banned Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Downers Grove IL Posts: 40	Previous times two other ADs provided the links for free. At $230 a link I’m not totally happy with them.

22 January 2022, 12:58 PM	#21
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,345	My experience is that if the bracelet needs a link to fit, then it comes with the watch. Beyond that, you'll most likely have to pay. When I bought my 116200-63600 in 2009, I told the resident watchmaker that the watch would need an extra link for warm weather and he provided one, with the admonition that it is only free if it's necessary and he could see that it would be necessary, because who wants a watch they can only wear in certain weather. The Super Jubilee, not having any micro-adjustments, was an easier sell, I would guess. I like my bracelets loose, so he installed it at that time, so it always fits, but sometimes it's tighter and sometimes looser, but either way, it fits. Such was not the case with any of my watches with Oyster bracelets, all of which fit well enough that micro-adjustments are all that is necessary. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

22 January 2022, 02:56 PM	#22
donas Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Wade Location: TN Watch: 116619 Posts: 2,659	Nothing is free, particularly from a Rolex AD.

22 January 2022, 04:15 PM	#23
ogbeans Banned Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: USA Posts: 195	You just bought a Rolex bruhhh…..buy that extra link, it’s all good

22 January 2022, 05:36 PM	#27
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Hong Kong Watch: SEIKO Posts: 28,356	Assuming it was the two-tone DJ you just posted, you can't really blame them for charging you for a link. At least you got chocs and sparkling water. __________________ _______________________

22 January 2022, 05:44 PM	#28
joli160 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,343	I would expect that they throw it in for free to build a relationship with you __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

22 January 2022, 05:45 PM	#29
SS Oyster "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 8,800	You have to purchase extra links.

22 January 2022, 05:57 PM	#30
Fredrik 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Sweden Watch: 1680 Posts: 1,825	I never paid for SS extra links, it is up to the AD. I do not own any PM or TT watches but I would expect to pay for extra links for those.

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