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silverbullet818 · 6 February 2016, 02:21 PM

I was wondering if the blade hinge which makes contact against the oyster bracelet when closed and on the wrist will cause premature wear on the hinge.

I noticed there are marks on the oyster link as the blade rubs against the link when worn.

Wonder if anyone has seen any damage from this sort of wear?

GrandAnimus · 6 February 2016, 03:03 PM

Looking at my own watch, I see the wear on the center link from the rubbing, but I don't think this will outweigh the wear that comes from the bracelet moving around on your wrist. I think you're more likely to reach failure from bracelet stretch than the wear on the hinge itself

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beer · 6 February 2016, 06:49 PM

could you not have used anything else for a pointer or was that all that was laying around

great pic

(sorry for not offering any help)

silverbullet818 · 6 February 2016, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by beer

could you not have used anything else for a pointer or was that all that was laying around

great pic

(sorry for not offering any help)

It was the best pointer at the time!!

My finger is too fat!

Besides, had to use something as pretty as the watch in the same photo.

Jeronimo · 6 February 2016, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silverbullet818

It was the best pointer at the time!!

My finger is too fat!

Besides, had to use something as pretty as the watch in the same photo.

HogwldFLTR · 6 February 2016, 08:03 PM

I suspect they all show some wear for that; never heard of it as a failure point however.

KNY · 6 February 2016, 09:04 PM

That's what the spare links are for

. Seriously though, I have one of my non rolex watches where this has been wearing for years and it's still not even close to starting to fail. I suppose eventually, it is plausible, but it's likely something else that will give out long before. If that were the weak spot, it would be the easiest to repair as it's only a spare link which most of us already have - much cheaper than a clasp.

WhatTheDeuce · 6 February 2016, 09:45 PM

It might depend on the size of your wrist. For bigger wrists, I suspect the clasp wouldn't rub against the bracelet.

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fskywalker · 6 February 2016, 10:26 PM

Rolex bracelets are really strong and thick, doubt you will see an issue because of that.

kilyung · 7 February 2016, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by WhatTheDeuce

It might depend on the size of your wrist. For bigger wrists, I suspect the clasp wouldn't rub against the bracelet.

This. However I believe Rolex has shortened the clasp because of that possibility (or for comfort).

silverbullet818 · 7 February 2016, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

This. However I believe Rolex has shortened the clasp because of that possibility (or for comfort).

I've got a small wrist so unfortunately there is still contact.

sco · 7 February 2016, 01:51 AM

Most rub there. You will be fine.

supersaints · 7 February 2016, 01:56 AM

Had my Submariner 116610LN 6mths and has same marks.I dont think its avoidable,so nothing to worry about.

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m1911a1 · 7 February 2016, 09:19 AM

I'm sure you'll never have an issue....
Once the entire system is sandwiched against your arm, it won't matter.....

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6 February 2016, 02:21 PM	#1
silverbullet818 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Canada Posts: 839	Will this bracelet hinge contact cause premature wear? (photo attached) I was wondering if the blade hinge which makes contact against the oyster bracelet when closed and on the wrist will cause premature wear on the hinge. I noticed there are marks on the oyster link as the blade rubs against the link when worn. Wonder if anyone has seen any damage from this sort of wear?

6 February 2016, 06:49 PM	#3
beer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Watch Dealer atm! Watch: all Posts: 2,800	could you not have used anything else for a pointer or was that all that was laying around great pic (sorry for not offering any help) __________________

6 February 2016, 08:03 PM	#6
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,695	I suspect they all show some wear for that; never heard of it as a failure point however. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

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WhatTheDeuce "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Kyung Location: Anywhere? Watch: cha want... Posts: 4,488	It might depend on the size of your wrist. For bigger wrists, I suspect the clasp wouldn't rub against the bracelet. Sent from half way through the Kessel Run using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @whatthedeuce_

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6 February 2016, 03:03 PM	#2
GrandAnimus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Montreal Watch: This Posts: 88	Looking at my own watch, I see the wear on the center link from the rubbing, but I don't think this will outweigh the wear that comes from the bracelet moving around on your wrist. I think you're more likely to reach failure from bracelet stretch than the wear on the hinge itself Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 February 2016, 09:04 PM	#7
KNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: TBD Posts: 292	That's what the spare links are for . Seriously though, I have one of my non rolex watches where this has been wearing for years and it's still not even close to starting to fail. I suppose eventually, it is plausible, but it's likely something else that will give out long before. If that were the weak spot, it would be the easiest to repair as it's only a spare link which most of us already have - much cheaper than a clasp.

7 February 2016, 01:51 AM	#12
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	Most rub there. You will be fine.

7 February 2016, 01:56 AM	#13
supersaints "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: England Posts: 23	Had my Submariner 116610LN 6mths and has same marks.I dont think its avoidable,so nothing to worry about. Sent from my LG-D855 using Tapatalk

7 February 2016, 09:19 AM	#14
m1911a1 Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Maine, USA Watch: 42mm Explorer-II's Posts: 489	I'm sure you'll never have an issue.... Once the entire system is sandwiched against your arm, it won't matter.....

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