CaptainFantastic 509 Posted February 9, 2015 So I've had my SO42 on the genuine leather strap for well over a year, and I felt it needed an update because it's a great watch. I managed to bag one through my local jewellers for (what I thought was reasonable) $500.00. They're 595 on eBay and with questionable feedback at best. One thing I will say, The guy I dealt with had a nightmare getting the right one with the 131A end links, so if you're wanting one, now is the time to snap one up because Breitling were adamant for ages they wouldn't supply one for me. Having a jeweller as a good friend is obviously why I managed to get the thing in the end. A lot of hard work pays off. Here's some pics. How it looked before: And now: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Realism 72 Posted February 9, 2015 did you go to Reis Nichols? or the other one in Carmel? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daywatch 4 Posted February 9, 2015 These are an expensive option - even when buying the gen as it costs extra. Still You´ve got a good deal on it. And it´s a fantastic watch, love my SO as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainFantastic 509 Posted February 9, 2015 did you go to Reis Nichols? or the other one in Carmel? I tried Reis Nichols, who are very helpful but they couldn't seal the deal with Breitling. They're a great organisation though, really friendly people. I vented my frustration to a friend who knew someone who worked in import/export of diamonds and other exotically expensive things, we met and had a beer in Nashville, that's local ish I guess, he pulled some strings and after some persuasive emails got me the bracelet. I owe him one to say the least, Breitling were adamant that they couldn't supply it, I guess it's not what you know right. It's an expensive but perfect icing to the cake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rusky27 1,796 Posted February 9, 2015 Looks like you've got the full Monty with the gen strap and now the gen bracelet -nice one. The bracelet ads that extra weight to it and adds that touch of quality to the feel on the wrist. Enjoy it mate!! It sounds like a well earned end result!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hnic 1 Posted February 9, 2015 congrats looks great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
El_Cabong56 0 Posted February 9, 2015 Nice! I've been eyeing one of these for my 42mm SOSF. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pharmo 33 Posted February 9, 2015 Well done mate. I have owned a SO 42mm on a gen bracelet and it takes the watch to another level. Wear in good health mate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
resistor 0 Posted February 14, 2015 Nice combo. It's time consuming, but I always buy my gen bracelets through WUS. Picked up a 20mm gen Pro II for around $250 and a titanium Oris TT1 bracelet for $150 ($500+ on ebay). Takes time to scour the sales forum and starting WTB threads though. It'd be nice if new gen bracelet prices weren't so retarded. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted February 14, 2015 It looks better on the leather . . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
