I visited my local OB and they told me they could not sell or order just the clasp, but rather the full bracelet.
That sure is greedy of Swatch. Is every Omega Boutique now forcing 3861 owners to buy a full new bracelet just to get the new adjustable clasp?
That sure is greedy of Swatch. Is every Omega Boutique now forcing 3861 owners to buy a full new bracelet just to get the new adjustable clasp?
Just ask them to order part number 117Z017553 which ThierryB gave above. I asked my local boutique to check that on their system and it’s the full set with clasp and links - it’s labelled ‘Kit’ on their system.
I used the part number to source the updated clasp from my local OB. Very happy with the upgrade.
As a result, I have no use for my old clasp. Does this forum have a selling section?
Successfully ordered mine today directly from Omega's US parts department (+1 800-766-6342) using that part number. I don't live near an OB, and my local AD isn't much help in ordering parts/accessories.
When I called, I was initially told it wasn't available. It took a minute to figure out that it's just backordered (as opposed to not available at all). The part is listed as "Comfort Conversion Kit," and it's US$264 (plus tax; free shipping). It's expected to ship in 4-6 weeks.
Last time I called, it wasn't in the system yet, so I'm happy it worked out today! Thanks to everyone for your help in figuring this all out.
T thewodgI wish I had your luck. I called the US parts number (thanks!), and they said it was only available to dealers with Level 6 clearance and/or if you send your watch in for service. I then called the NYC OB, and they said the conversion kit would only be available if I purchased a replacement bracelet.
In both cases, I mentioned that I was aware of others that have had success in ordering just the part. They were unmoved. Why is it so difficult to give Omega a little more money?
Yes, but you can't sell here until you have 200 posts. https://omegaforums.net/threads/ple...s-rules-for-all-listings-inc-parts-wtb.54177/
Try calling the Swatch 877-839-5224 option 2 - you need to provide a part number when speaking with them.
T thewodgThanks, tried that number and another OB. The Swatch people said they would only sell to ADs and that the kit was not available and would not be available until mid or late June. The other OB also said they could only sell the whole bracelet.
I'll wait a month and try again. Very frustrating.
T thewodgThanks, tried that number and another OB. The Swatch people said they would only sell to ADs and that the kit was not available and would not be available until mid or late June. The other OB also said they could only sell the whole bracelet.
I'll wait a month and try again. Very frustrating.
Man, you guys sure are expending a lot of time, effort and money to get a longer, less compact clasp with all of a 2 mm adjustment. People are now convinced this is a must have. Is it really? I'm wearing an original 3861 bracelet right now and have been travelling for ten days going through airports in Chicgo, Zurich and Bordeaux, schlepping luggage, getting on and off trains and trams, walking around in cool weather and some muggy days as well. Never thought I needed any sort of adjustment. I think this is a mod people are convinced they need, but probably not in reality.
Man, you guys sure are expending a lot of time, effort and money to get a longer, less compact clasp with all of a 2 mm adjustment. People are now convinced this is a must have. Is it really? I'm wearing an original 3861 bracelet right now and have been travelling for ten days going through airports in Chicgo, Zurich and Bordeaux, schlepping luggage, getting on and off trains and trams, walking around in cool weather and some muggy days as well. Never thought I needed any sort of adjustment. I think this is a mod people are convinced they need, but probably not in reality.
I don’t understand why you hate this clasp so much. Live and let live. Maybe some other people swell more than you and it’s useful? And the larger clasp is an acceptable trade off? You’re usually so rational. I don’t understand why you can’t stop railing against this thing.
D DuckieI set my bracelets up slightly on the lose side so all scenarios are covered and I am currently wearing a watch with something like 20 mm of quick adjustment and I have never ever used it except to demonstrate how impressive it's design is only once in 12 years.
That's even travelling around the world with it and in different climates and seasons.
D DuckieWhat his point is relating to is pursuing a bulkier clasp and sacrificing comfort all day every day for a lousy 2 mm of adjustment which may or may not necessarily come into play or even be used to good effect.
The issue with this adjustment is for some of us the outer adjustment is our “normal” setting… makes the on the fly adjustment utterly useless. Adjustment ranges needs to be larger than a link for this to be effective for everyone.
