I would stick with the original lock mechanism. The reason Cartier decided to modify the JUC lock is that clients complained about the difficulty of taking it off and on. I personally would rather know that my bracelet was very secure rather than have an extra diamond or two especially since the diamonds are so tiny. Please consider insuring your JUC if you decide to go with the newer version. I had a Love bracelet I purchased in 2012 to wear with one I already own from 2006. There had been a modification in the screw system in 2011 and my Love ultimately fell off and was lost. If you research this forum I wasn't the only person this happened to. While my insurance company covered the loss it is still upsetting.
Juste Un Clou Bracelet (JUC) Discussion
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Went into my local boutique to see if they had the juc with the new lock (they didn't) so I tried on the thin loves instead. I really need to get my love cleaned/polished [emoji85].
I have a question, you lost the new one? one my the screws on mine keeps getting loose. I texted my SA and she said the screws are integrated in the bracelet and they won't come off. I'm scared they get loose enough and losing my bracelet. How did you insure yours? I want to do it! I have the JUC and love Bracelet, soon ill have the thin love bracelet once it arrives this week, I want to insure them!
I'm not sure what the SA meant when she said the screws are integrated. While the screws don't come out completely as they did with the older model they can loosen and back out. I have a personal articles policy that my insurance agent suggested for my jewelry. You might want to go to Cartier and speak with your SA and show her how the screw keeps turning instead of staying nice and tight.
This is what she said ""Hi ****, the screws on your love bracelet are integrated, attached, so they won't fall out. You will need to tighten the screws when they seem loose.""
I'll definitely talk to an insurance company! it seems the screws getting loose is normal so I do not want to take a risk.
Kellygirl thank you so much for your feedback. That is a very thoughtful suggestion. I still don't know what I will do. They promised me a new bracelet next week but based on how I feel about it I will decide what to do. I really appreciate your nice words. Thank you
Go to about 9:50 of this video and this lady talks about the new version of the love with the integrated or attached screws.
What the SA meant is you won't lose the screw but you may still lose the bracelet if the screw become loose!
May I know where's the extra diamonds on the new JUC?
I agree with kelly girl. The extra 1 point or 2 points diamond would not make a difference aesthetically or in value but losing the whole bracelet due to insecure closure would be a big deal especially you plan to wear it 24/7.
Also it looks like the hole for the new closure is bigger and the hook is smaller with a tiny protruding catch. Hence, the new JUC may have less gold so Cartier may compensate it with the extra diamonds. But this is just my guess. Go with whatever you are most comfortable and happy!
yes, but i would rather lose a screw than the bracelet. I don't wanna take any chances. Now I'm always checking the screw that keeps getting loose. Someone above said the screws can still fall out with the new mechanism. I read someone saying to put glue on it but I do not know if that will be a good idea.
I don't why cartier changed the love bracelet. It's doesn't make any sense.yes I do know that was a while ago like back in 2011.
I wear my "new system" 4 diamond Love with my "old system" diamond JUC, and my Love has come off accidentally several times. I think that my Love is most secure when worn alone, once I put the JUC next to it, they tap each other all day, everyday and it loosens the "new system" (Love) screws. It just happened again one week ago, luckily it was lost/found in my house, the other times in my car, but it's nerve-wracking and must be checked multiple times per day. This last lost and found episode came after not checking the screws for 24 hours (I forgot)
ETA : I always put my Love on properly, going from one side, to the other, back and forth , etc.. I hope this helps
ETA : I always put my Love on properly, going from one side, to the other, back and forth , etc.. I hope this helps
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id go crazy if i ever lose these bracelets. I'm now obsessed checking the screws all day.