This New Watch Clasp Aims to Keep Your Rolex From Being Stolen

[INC]

I have one serious question regarding this "idea":

Do I need to use some expensive plastic protector to protect the keys?

Anyway, if you have the keys with you, you have no extra protection. If you don't, your wrist will be in more danger than ever. And my last comment, replacing the original Rolex clasp to this expensive... thing... well, this is probably the dumbest idea I've ever heard.

[metallic]

Unfortunately represents a reflection of the times we live in.

[Harry-57]

Originally Posted by Oxfordian

Yep, lots of people wandering the streets with a meat cleaver checking people's arms for those pricey watches.

You'd better believe it

[jamesbondOO7]

Originally Posted by Paul V in GA

Interesting concept. Not sure why you would need a unique key though. Just have it unlock with the same size flat blade screwdriver used to remove a link.
I mean, why make the clasp seemingly more secure than the bracelet, which could just be removed with a simple screwdriver?
As others have said, could help sight of hand theft, would be worried about violence escalation and resulting injury.

Something like « the weak link » concept?

[brandrea]

No thanks.

If a thief wants my watch and they’re intent on getting it, I’m handing it over. No one dies or gets hurt over a watch

[JoseR]

Originally Posted by Enzo954

I guess you never heard of being facetious. This forum is so serious sometimes.

Serious? I was just giving my personal opinion. You can take it anyway you desire.

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[JoseR]

Originally Posted by omar-rye

That's a bad man.

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[milgauss2232]

not a smart idea there.

[Yobber76]

If a thief yanks hard enough, he will probably break the spring bars anyway.
Then the bracelet will detach from the watch.

[enjoythemusic]

i have a Trunk Monkey....

Seriously, a Trunk Monkey has reeeeeally come in handy many times. :)

[Bxtek]

This clasp only works with a slight of hand theft. Get a group of guys surrounding you, they're gonna get it off of your wrist no matter what! You're going to end up with an injury in ADDITION to no watch!

Originally Posted by omar-rye

Unless you're this guy of course.....

[John Ryan]

Originally Posted by BraveBold

Stupidest idea ever. If a frantic criminal wants my watch, they get it… not worth introducing this into the equation.

This is the correct response

[JRell]

I am more for a tracking device than something like this. Here take the watch, good luck!

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by JRell

I am more for a tracking device than something like this. Here take the watch, good luck!

That makes much more sense to me as well.

[Bxtek]

For the locking clasp device, I am thinking that a nylon zip tie would do just about the same job? $0.02 vs $700. The "key" in your pocket would be nail clippers on your key ring?

[Old Geezer]

Originally Posted by Yobber76

If a thief yanks hard enough, he will probably break the spring bars anyway.
Then the bracelet will detach from the watch.

This. I think this idea is just a gimmicky widget. I doubt a watch on bracelet is delicately removed with sleight of hand. I can better understand a watch with a strap and tang buckle being finessed off the wrist.

My guess is most watches with a bracelet stolen from the wrist are forcibly removed. The thief pulls on it and a spring bar gives or the victim is physically attacked and the thief removes the watch or the victim hands it over. If physically attacked, not being able to easily remove the watch certainly has the potential for greater escalation and harm.

[Lesnerelli23]

Originally Posted by Enzo954

Just learn Kung Fu. It's a win win. You get into shape and get to kick a muggers ass at the same time. Extremely rewarding!

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[WilsdorfNDavis]

Would you rather lose just your watch or your watch and your hand?

[csaltphoto]

Originally Posted by brandrea

No thanks.

If a thief wants my watch and they’re intent on getting it, I’m handing it over. No one dies or gets hurt over a watch

If the thief dies I have no issues with that...

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by csaltphoto

If the thief dies I have no issues with that...

You and I differ there I’m afraid… no watch is worth a life IMHO


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[roks]

It is a stupid thief who tries to snatch a watch from your wrist.

The first thing you will face is intimidation from a couple of people.
One standing in front of you and one standing behind you.
At this time your diaper will be soaked and you would happily hand over your
watch...
If by some miracle you are still standing, then you will feel a strike to your head and now you are on the ground...
The thieves will very simply take your watch off your hand as nicely as you take it off and walk...

You will call the cops and when they show up, they will be laughing at you on the inside, thinking "here is a rich guy with first world problems..."... they will take a report and that would be the end of it.. THe cops are dealing with assaults against children and missing kids and a guy whining about his rolex is not high on their list, not high at all..

away.

[herefortheattachment]

Originally Posted by Oxfordian

Yep, lots of people wandering the streets with a meat cleaver checking people's arms for those pricey watches.

Not unheard of. There are people who have had thieves chop off their hands for a watch. I’ve read about several instances of it around Asia for a measly $100 watch. Even 50 cents on the dollar for a lower value Rolex can be life-changing money to millions of people around the world.

So many people on this forum live in a bubble and have no idea how desperate people can become when their back is against the wall, they have no money, and are in a bad situation. Fencing a stolen $5000 Rolex for $2500 is several months of lodging and food in some places.

[INC]

Originally Posted by herefortheattachment

So many people on this forum live in a bubble and have no idea how desperate people can become when their back is against the wall, they have no money, and are in a bad situation. Fencing a stolen $5000 Rolex for $2500 is several months of lodging and food in some places.

Yes, that's true. And that's exactly why I won't go to those places. And if I had to, there's only one thing I'm sure of: I wouldn't wear a Rolex on the street.

[neurotichamster8]

if someone has a knife or gun and wants my watch, he/she can have it.
ain't worth dying over.

[DoctorsOrders]

I dont know how practical thats going to be...

Sorry Mr. Robber my rolex doesn't come off. Doubt they'd believe you, and it might result in a new hole in your body that isnt supposed to be there lol. Better to just give them the watch and deal with the police report and insurance company. Better yet, just dont wear it in an area where watch crime is high!

[fabR]

better loose your watch than loose your hand, wrist or the all arm

[Wingman244]

Originally Posted by Enzo954

Just learn Kung Fu. It's a win win. You get into shape and get to kick a muggers ass at the same time. Extremely rewarding!

Every fight is a potential fight to the death or serious injury - it's not the movies. I'll never forget a talk by a Navy Seal and he said his first reaction and advice is to always run - never blunder into a fight.

For the the clasp, if you forget the keys, a small screw driver to unscrew a bracelet link and you are free.

[SS Oyster]

If someone comes to steal my watch, I’m taking it off myself and throwing it on the roof of the nearby building. He’s not going up there to get it, but I can after he flees. Hurting me does him no good.


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[Cru Jones]

Originally Posted by csaltphoto

Came up with a similar idea years ago. Just not as attractive!

Originally Posted by subtona

Hope it comes w a tourniquet

[TBC123]

Insane. Do you value your watch more than your hand. Thats the question.