Value of vintage bracelet? 1680

[hlimrolex]

How much should I pay for the matching bracelet for my 1680? Does it raise the value of my watch to have the matching band or should I even bother?

[dsio]

Do you have a bracelet at all now? If you've got a 93150 and you're tempted to buy a 9315 to complete it, I wouldn't bother. If you have neither and you're considering buying a 9315 instead of a 93150, I also wouldn't bother, I'd get the 93150.

[harry in montreal]

figure 800-900usd should get you a nice band. you could get a tudor 9315 for 500, but you may as well get the right one. the 9315s sell for a solid 20-30pct less than a 93150

[katana]

It is clear that the clock with original bracelet is worth more, than without, or with bracelet from another year ... I have the exact same problem. Bought my 1680 from 1977, which had the original year of the lock (B = 1977) while the rest of the links is some weird mix ..... Submariner bracelet 93150, from 1970-80 are very expensive. Now I have luck who can use the lock on another bracelet. Maybe you can find one, here on the forum. What year is your Sub from?

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[Tools]

Originally Posted by hlimrolex

How much should I pay for the matching bracelet for my 1680? Does it raise the value of my watch to have the matching band or should I even bother?

This is always a consideration when buying.. It does increase the value slightly, but the cost to go out and find a matching bracelet is frequently more than the increase you may see in overall value.

A mismatch will not increase the value, unless it is a proper service replacement item.. (in other words, the right bracelet from the wrong era is clearly an add-on and not "original")

So, if you want a useful watch, in good condition with reasonable value that will last a long time and not fall apart, get the proper 93150 replacement.

If you just want everything to match, expect to pay a premium for a quality replacement of the proper era, but it may cost you more than the "value" of the watch today.

[Beaumont Miller II]

Well said Larry. I try to find them in the $650.00 range.

[lhanddds]

Originally Posted by Beaumont Miller II

Well said Larry. I try to find them in the $650.00 range.

John, I tried to find an old rivet in this price range. I finally gave up and spent $830. I hope I like it when it gets here. I've never tried one on. I just like the look.

[harry in montreal]

rivets seem to be the most expensive. they look great. 830 is pretty good!

[hlimrolex]

I ended up getting one for 350. Was this a good deal? It was in pretty good condition. No stretch.

[pdoukas]

Originally Posted by hlimrolex

I ended up getting one for 350. Was this a good deal? It was in pretty good condition. No stretch.

Smoking deal. Almost too good to be true deal. Please post images of the bracelet with the clasp as soon as you can so we can chime in.