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Post by mike on Oct 16, 2005 6:15:36 GMT -6
Seems if there's one thing that generates a lot of discussion concerning Rolex sport models it's the bracelet. Do you like the current bracelet found on sport models like the Sub,Dweller,or GMT? Or would prefer Rolex expanded the Solid middle link bracelet used on the YM and Daytona to other sport models?
For me give me Solid middle links!
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Post by mamas on Oct 16, 2005 8:20:50 GMT -6
Great question mike. I must say that when i first tried a rolex out (the sub) i felt that the watch felt rather cheapo, and that the bracelet and clasp was a great dissapointment. Since owning a rolex though.. my admiration for the strap grows.. it is really comfortable.. and i really like the fine adjustment. The clasp is very safe.. it has never opened.. whereas my omega clasps have all opened accidentally to different extents.. the rolex clasp is amongst the safest out there.. mamas i would like solid links but doesnt `really mak that much of an issue for me.
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Post by JJ on Oct 16, 2005 11:43:16 GMT -6
Good point for discussion, Mike. The new Oyster and Jubilee bracelets have ALL solid links. As far as the Jubilee bracelet goes, the solid links will hopefully prevent its infamous S-T-R-E-T-C-H over a period of years; but that we shall know only a few years down the line. As far as Oyster bracelets go, I don't think the solid links are going to make much of a difference to the actual strength and longevity of the bracelet. Oyster bracelets have always had hollow links all these years and have proved themselves through hell and high water. You must realise that it's not the hollowness (or solidity) of the link that gives it strength. It's the actual rounded construction with reinforced "sleeves" though which the screws are inserted that give this strength factor. Also bear in mind that solid links add to the weight of the watch, sometimes making it just that extra heavy and slightly "uncomfortable" to some users. Cheers - JJ
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Post by jimm on Oct 16, 2005 11:54:54 GMT -6
I vote solid. I recently sold my Rolex but the thing that bugged me the most was the hollow links and the cheapo bracelet clasp (which can found on any $20 watch), I just couldn't get past that, makes no sense to have such a great watch on a crappy bracelet.
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Post by jp on Oct 16, 2005 13:06:25 GMT -6
Good point for discussion, Mike. The new Oyster and Jubilee bracelets have ALL solid links. Since when? Are all new Rollies coming with solid midlinks? Already?
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Post by rambler on Oct 16, 2005 13:20:55 GMT -6
The new Oyster and Jubilee bracelets have ALL solid links. Is this ALL new Oyster and Jubilee JJ? (or any expert) Does a new Dweller or SS GMT II have solid middle links? Rambler
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Post by jimm on Oct 16, 2005 14:29:26 GMT -6
Yes only the new DJ's have the solid Jubilee and Oyster Bracelets they also have a new clasp which is much heavier but with no fine adjustment. No word yet from Rolex on any change in the sport models bracelets.
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Post by JJ on Oct 16, 2005 23:58:40 GMT -6
Sorry, guys, my fault....maybe I should have been a little more specific. Rolex introduced ALL solid links with their new TOG (Turn-o-Graph) line-up. Then they brought in the new DJs and they too came with all solid links. The sports models will continue to have hollow links except for the SS/Pt. YM and the Daytona. Cheers - JJ
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Post by Sam on Oct 17, 2005 8:40:49 GMT -6
At first I was one of those that hated the Rolex bracelet. Then it began to grow on me. Then I bought a Rolex. Now I don't even think about whether the links are hollow or solid...you can't even tell unless you look closely from the side. If the bracelet was really a piece of crap, would Rolex still be using the same basic design after all these years?
I guess to answer the question, I'd prefer solid but the hollow links don't bother me either. ;D
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Post by jimm on Oct 17, 2005 8:46:32 GMT -6
At first I was one of those that hated the Rolex bracelet. Then it began to grow on me. Then I bought a Rolex. Now I don't even think about whether the links are hollow or solid...you can't even tell unless you look closely from the side. If the bracelet was really a piece of crap, would Rolex still be using the same basic design after all these years? I guess to answer the question, I'd prefer solid but the hollow links don't bother me either. ;D Good point Sam but when you consider even a $20 Alpha has solid links kinda makes you wonder what the F Rolex is doing. Why wouldn't they make the bracelet as solid as possible, that only makes sense and I don't buy the it makes the watch light weight and more comfortable to wear argument that some point to, thats BS.
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Post by Sam on Oct 17, 2005 8:56:23 GMT -6
I know where you're coming from Jim & that's what I used to think. Being hollow doesn't mean it's weak though.
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Post by jimm on Oct 17, 2005 9:07:43 GMT -6
All I'm saying is when you hold the old Oyster DJ in your hand and hold the new solid link one, its a definate diffrence, and you say to yourself why would anyone pay that kinda cash for a hollow bracelet? and why didn't Rolex do this long ago?
I'm not saying its weak and doesn't work, it does work well, as well as my Seiko bracelet of the same type but from Rolex I expect perfection not same old.
Not a Rolex basher, just pointing out the obvious.
I'm sure Rolex will improve all the bracelets on every model it just takes them so long to change anything.
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Post by JJ on Oct 17, 2005 11:55:36 GMT -6
The hollow/solid links are not so evident in the Oyster bracelet. You really can't tell unless you look real close. However, with the Jubilee bracelet, the difference is evident. The newer one with the all solid links feels heavier and more solid without the rattle and roll of the older one. JJ
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Post by mike on Oct 17, 2005 17:23:02 GMT -6
Well,
I think this is the first poll I've seem that went this strongly one way.
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Post by clifton on Oct 17, 2005 19:10:02 GMT -6
I'm in the middle on this one. I love the current bracelets, but I do like the bracelet on the Daytona.
With that said, if Rolex does replace the Sub bracelet with solid links, I would hope that they don't polish them like they do on the daytona.
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