I already own a very nice Ultra Chron and typically prefer not to own "duplicates" in my collection But this Longines bracelet ( to me ) is quite striking Does a bracelet such as this one add value to this watch or are they easy to find? Thanks.
If I own a watch that came with an optional factory bracelet- I always end up hunting it down if the one I got didn’t come with it. When buying a watch, I will always pay a premium for one with a bracelet versus without- and most times will hold out until I find one that comes with the bracelet. Some don’t care care for a bracelet so it wouldn’t add value to them. But to those of us who must have it- it not only adds value but it can sway a decision.
Oh- and I have purchased duplicate or trashed out watches just to get the bracelet- then I either sell the second watch, gift it or chuck it in the parts bin. When you gotta have it, you gotta have it.
I believe bracelets always add value to a watch. It's easier to buy a watch with bracelet rather than buy a bracelet separately later.
Original bracelets add significant value and also put the watch in the condition it was originally sold. Seiko which used different bracelets on every single watch is a point in case. The Pogue 6139 (flown in space by Col. Pogue) is worth double with its original style bracelet
In my opinion, an OEM fitted bracelet always adds value. Random bracelet, not fitted, no so much. Note that the lower-tier brands would put not-fitted bracelets on their watches with branded buckles and if you didn't like it, TFB. I note tha this was more prevalent with American brands.