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ROLEX4EvEr · 21 September 2006, 02:32 AM

I see that you can tell alot from the braclet, The lower it droops the older or more worn the watch is. Is there a way to prevent this besides not wearing it lol? Also Does it get stressed if you have it in its Rolex pillow (or watch winder cushion).
I know guys I have the most stuipd/weird threads but these are the questions that bugg my head lol. I sometimes wrap my Rolex in a soft towel and leave it in my drawer.

21 September 2006, 02:52 AM

Contrary to what I see on a lot of boards, I don't personally believe that bracelets "stretch" under normal use, but they do wear. So in my view storing a watch on it's pillow is not an issue. To prevent "stretch" it is a good idea to keep the bracelet clean as dirt in the links will act as an abrasive and wear out the links faster.

DocD · 21 September 2006, 03:18 AM

I believe that softer metals such as gold and platinum do stretch, but stainless steel should keep it's shape.

21 September 2006, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by DocD

I believe that softer metals such as gold and platinum do stretch, but stainless steel should keep it's shape.

It does yes... but the SS pins on a jubilee bracelet WILL stretch and make the bracelet longer and it can/will eventually 'pretzel'.

I've seen some wicked pretzelling on some old Rollies.

padi56 · 21 September 2006, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Avalon

Contrary to what I see on a lot of boards, I don't personally believe that bracelets "stretch" under normal use, but they do wear. So in my view storing a watch on it's pillow is not an issue. To prevent "stretch" it is a good idea to keep the bracelet clean as dirt in the links will act as an abrasive and wear out the links faster.

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Originally Posted by DocD

I believe that softer metals such as gold and platinum do stretch, but stainless steel should keep it's shape.

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Originally Posted by Atomic

It does yes... but the SS pins on a jubilee bracelet WILL stretch and make the bracelet longer and it can/will eventually 'pretzel'.

I've seen some wicked pretzelling on some old Rollies.

Yes 100% agree guys the old folded link oyster use to wear like the jubilee,but the heavy oyster if kept clean will last a life time.

JJ Irani · 21 September 2006, 03:53 AM

I heard a guy once swung on his Oyster bracelet whilst climbing a cliff and thus the bracelet saved his life!!

21 September 2006, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I heard a guy once swung on his Oyster bracelet whilst climbing a cliff and thus the bracelet saved his life!!

Really JJ? I have a bridge in San Francisco I have for sale. I'll sell it to you at a bargain basement price, too.

C.J. · 21 September 2006, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I heard a guy once swung on his Oyster bracelet whilst climbing a cliff and thus the bracelet saved his life!!

You still believe in the easter bunny, don't you?

JJ Irani · 21 September 2006, 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

You still believe in the easter bunny, don't you?

Only if she's five foot seven with a 36-24-36 hour glass shape!!

C.J. · 21 September 2006, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Only if she's five foot seven with a 36-24-36 hour glass shape!!

That would be the tallest sheep in the world

JJ Irani · 21 September 2006, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

That would be the tallest sheep in the world

Bastid!!

C.J. · 21 September 2006, 04:13 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Bastid!!

Who, me?

JJ Irani · 21 September 2006, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

Who, me?

Is she cute or what? Now you've got my hormones all up and racing, you tosser!!

C.J. · 21 September 2006, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Is she cute or what? Now you've got my hormones all up and racing, you tosser!!

EASY, JJ

Don't wear yourself out

21 September 2006, 04:18 AM

Anyone here think JJ is a

?

JJ Irani · 21 September 2006, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

EASY, JJ

Don't wear yourself out

...and I guess by now this thread has been well and truly hijacked!!

C.J. · 21 September 2006, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Anyone here think JJ is a

?

Maybe, just a litte

C.J. · 21 September 2006, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

...and I guess by now this thread has been well and truly hijacked!!

Now there's something new and different

colemanitis · 21 September 2006, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Really JJ? I have a bridge in San Francisco I have for sale. I'll sell it to you at a bargain basement price, too.

Yeah, then JJ could swing from it by his Oyster.

JJ Irani · 21 September 2006, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

Yeah, then JJ could swing from it by his Oyster.

Worth a try, eh?

21 September 2006, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

Yeah, then JJ could swing from it by his Oyster.

I hope by 'oyster' you mean part of his watch.

madformac · 21 September 2006, 05:11 AM

I wouldn't bet on JJ's fake Oyster bracelet holding like the real ones can.. That base metal sure does bend..

frank bullit · 21 September 2006, 06:09 AM

The men in NZ have started wearing kilts.....

'Coz sheep have got used to the sound of a zip!

FB.

frank bullit · 21 September 2006, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

It does yes... but the SS pins on a jubilee bracelet WILL stretch and make the bracelet longer and it can/will eventually 'pretzel'.

I've seen some wicked pretzelling on some old Rollies.

It's driving me nuts, is that Jaques Laffitte's helmet design?
FB.

mailman · 21 September 2006, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Only if she's five foot seven with a 36-24-36 hour glass shape!!

I have something like that on video

JJ Irani · 21 September 2006, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by frank bullit

The men in NZ have started wearing kilts.....

'Coz sheep have got used to the sound of a zip!

FB.

21 September 2006, 02:32 AM	#1
ROLEX4EvEr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: Freddy Location: NYC Watch: My Back Posts: 819	Braclet Stress.... I see that you can tell alot from the braclet, The lower it droops the older or more worn the watch is. Is there a way to prevent this besides not wearing it lol? Also Does it get stressed if you have it in its Rolex pillow (or watch winder cushion). I know guys I have the most stuipd/weird threads but these are the questions that bugg my head lol. I sometimes wrap my Rolex in a soft towel and leave it in my drawer.

21 September 2006, 03:53 AM	#6
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	I heard a guy once swung on his Oyster bracelet whilst climbing a cliff and thus the bracelet saved his life!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

21 September 2006, 06:09 AM	#23
frank bullit Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: england Posts: 100	Baaaaaa! The men in NZ have started wearing kilts..... 'Coz sheep have got used to the sound of a zip! FB.

21 September 2006, 02:52 AM	#2
---- Guest Posts: n/a	Contrary to what I see on a lot of boards, I don't personally believe that bracelets "stretch" under normal use, but they do wear. So in my view storing a watch on it's pillow is not an issue. To prevent "stretch" it is a good idea to keep the bracelet clean as dirt in the links will act as an abrasive and wear out the links faster.

21 September 2006, 03:18 AM	#3
DocD "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: New Jersey Watch: Submariner date Posts: 298	I believe that softer metals such as gold and platinum do stretch, but stainless steel should keep it's shape.

21 September 2006, 04:18 AM	#15
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Anyone here think JJ is a ?

21 September 2006, 05:11 AM	#22
madformac "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Real Name: Justin Location: Manchester, UK. Posts: 708	I wouldn't bet on JJ's fake Oyster bracelet holding like the real ones can.. That base metal sure does bend..

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