The "dog bone" clasp link vs. the "u shape" clasp link

[Eric88]

This is pretty insignificant in the grand scheme of things, but I have a couple of different "pre-ceramic" Rolex bracelets and noticed that some have the "dog bone" link right next to the flip-lock clasp, like this. Picture borrowed from a great jacek shot on the 93150.



While there is another variation with a "u" shaped end link such as this on the 93160.



Both provide the same function, but the second is more visually appealing to me as it looks like one of the other links more seamlessly integrated with the clasp. Anyone have insight on whey Rolex sometimes used the dog bone vs. the u-shape link right before the clasp?

[Speed]

No idea.

However, it doesn't matter to me. I have to take off the link anyway in order to get the watch to fit :-/

[Eric88]

Originally Posted by Speed

No idea.

However, it doesn't matter to me. I have to take off the link anyway in order to get the watch to fit :-/

How do you remove that last link that is riveted to the clasp? Never heard of removing that one.

[Lion]

If I understand correctly it is a permanent link but it can be removed. Once removed though you can not put it back on the bracelet.....

[Speed]

Originally Posted by Eric88

How do you remove that last link that is riveted to the clasp? Never heard of removing that one.

Had to have the RSC do it in order to center the clasp on my manly 6.5" wrist. I have 4 links on the 6:00 o'clock side

[GradyPhilpott]

Thanks for the info.

I've learned at least two lessons today.