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RoleXavier · 5 July 2010, 01:02 PM

This is a question that might have more than one answer, but in my particular case I want to know, how can you preserve a bracelet in top shape for the longest time?

Apart from individual tastes and preferences, is it better to leave it loose, tight or at the same diameter of the wrist (consider expansion or shrinkage of the wrist).

eagle_lex · 5 July 2010, 01:37 PM

i wear mine the way it feels best.... a little loose.. but i think most say its best snug... never bought into that because what good is it if its not comfortable.... thats just my opinion..

Psmith · 5 July 2010, 01:40 PM

The RSC told me that slightly tighter (but of course not too tight) is better, because this reduces the amount of movement and therefore wear that the bracelet is subjected to.

But I like mine to be quite loose...

Cheers

sea-dweller · 5 July 2010, 01:41 PM

I wear it so that I can insert by index finger between the wrist and the bracelet.

BarkMaster · 5 July 2010, 01:49 PM

Snug for me!

Kanger · 5 July 2010, 01:52 PM

I like mine tight and snug, but not cutting off circulation or anything of course.

Chipmunk · 5 July 2010, 01:52 PM

Close to being snug....as long as it doesn't impede the circulation.

mpkRolex · 5 July 2010, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoleXavier

This is a question that might have more than one answer, but in my particular case I want to know, how can you preserve a bracelet in top shape for the longest time?

Apart from individual tastes and preferences, is it better to leave it loose, tight or at the same diameter of the wrist (consider expansion or shrinkage of the wrist).

I have the bracelet of my gmtiic in the safe and I use a croc leather strap instead for the daily use. Keeps the bracelet nice and scratch free...I put it on whenever I need it.

tgoose1 · 5 July 2010, 01:55 PM

Try not to be so concerned about future bracelet wear, but what feels comfortable on your wrist. The modern oyster bracelet will give many years of serviceable wear even under vigorous use.

janice&fred · 5 July 2010, 01:57 PM

here in the deep tropics it's difficult to adjust the bracelets as wrists swell up significantly when outside in the heat, then slim down when in an airconditioned indoor setting. i have heard that dirt will act as an abrasive and accelerate wear. i also heard that wearing them on the tighter side will help reduce movement and wear and i believe it to be true, but i can't seem to be comfy with the things tight. i also like to wear them loose enuf so when indoors and cool, i can slide a finger between the clasp and my wrist. this seems to be about the best adjustment setting as when outside i can still tolerate the tighter fit. janice always collects and wears only full-size men's watches and wears them extremely loose. i will say that i have not seen any of our watches' bracelets loosen up over the years, but being watch freaks we do keep them clean, and rotate and not wear the same watches every day.

fred

Dr. Robert · 5 July 2010, 02:09 PM

Loose.

greekbum · 5 July 2010, 02:22 PM

I wear mine just right.

Not too loose and not to tight

Vetteman · 5 July 2010, 02:44 PM

tight enough that it doesn't move around

urwtdrm · 5 July 2010, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greekbum

I wear mine just right.

Not too loose and not to tight

That's how I wear it!

andrew79 · 5 July 2010, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greekbum

I wear mine just right.

Not too loose and not to tight

x 2

JJ Irani · 5 July 2010, 03:58 PM

This is the correct way!! If you can do this, you'll be fine!!!

Z-Sub · 5 July 2010, 04:23 PM

I wear it just right for my comfort. Pretty much like JJ said, just enough to sneak my index finger under it.

The best location for the watch and bracelet to rest is just proximal to the bony prominence of the ulna bone called styloid process. This way, if you extend your wrist, it won't put a significant force to stretch the bracelet.

When the watch is sitting at the wrist joint and you extend your wrist, it stretches the bracelet faster than any other process.

Tek · 5 July 2010, 04:54 PM

Just like JJ

springbar · 5 July 2010, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoleXavier

This is a question that might have more than one answer, but in my particular case I want to know, how can you preserve a bracelet in top shape for the longest time?

Apart from individual tastes and preferences, is it better to leave it loose, tight or at the same diameter of the wrist (consider expansion or shrinkage of the wrist).

Prepare yourself for a lot of guesses.

The bracelets "stretch" by abrasion (not elastic deformation), and it takes a long time to become noticeable. Intuitively it seems that never cleaning the bracelet (so it's full of abrasive grit) and wearing it tight enough to put load on the joints but not so tight as to immobilize them entirely would result in maximum wear. But this is conjecture.

GregWormald · 5 July 2010, 11:05 PM

My old original bracelet on a Sub 1680 lasted 40 years. How long do you want it to last?

Greg
Wear it so it's comfortable, and worry later.

Watch Professor · 5 July 2010, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

This is the correct way!! If you can do this, you'll be fine!!!

I agree with JJ.

thlax · 6 July 2010, 12:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watch Professor

I agree with JJ.

+ just like that.

However I do with my SD was able to fit with the DSSD bracelet:)

sakuraba · 6 July 2010, 01:18 AM

I keep mine snug.

Friction, coupled with dirt and grime on your bracelet will accelerate wear and bracelet 'stretch'.

Hope his helps.

sakuraba · 6 July 2010, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by janice&fred

i have heard that dirt will act as an abrasive and accelerate wear. i also heard that wearing them on the tighter side will help reduce movement and wear and i believe it to be true,

i will say that i have not seen any of our watches' bracelets loosen up over the years, but being watch freaks we do keep them clean, and rotate and not wear the same watches every day.

fred

Ooops! I didn't see Fred's post before typing mine.

Totally agree. Right said Fred!

RoleXavier · 6 July 2010, 01:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

This is the correct way!! If you can do this, you'll be fine!!!

I feel you JJ, I have as much hair as you do... so we don't like any hair entangled with the bracelet!!!

watchsak · 6 July 2010, 01:58 AM

I just acquired the Deep Sea about a week ago and i wear it like i do all other bracelet watches that i have owned in the past. On the tighter side as i dont like it when the case moves around. You can see a spot between the bracelet and my wrist but could not get a finger throught it. It has been very hot in new england the last few days so i have been adusting the glidelock but i always end up with it fitting tight but not uncomfortable or hurting my wrist and leaving marks. Stephen

Rolexsd4000 · 6 July 2010, 01:38 PM

Remember JJ is right on the money..

I cannot take credit for the photoshop It was a prior post on the forum.

timeisfathaoftruth · 6 July 2010, 01:43 PM

snug but not tight.

Sherwooddavid · 6 July 2010, 02:05 PM

l wear my Daytona very loose.

Rolexsd4000 · 6 July 2010, 08:00 PM

As for me , the way they are adjusted . Its snug but not too loose. Very comfy for me even on hot and humid days.

5 July 2010, 01:02 PM	#1
RoleXavier Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Coconut Creek, Fl Posts: 212	Tight or loose bracelet? This is a question that might have more than one answer, but in my particular case I want to know, how can you preserve a bracelet in top shape for the longest time? Apart from individual tastes and preferences, is it better to leave it loose, tight or at the same diameter of the wrist (consider expansion or shrinkage of the wrist).

5 July 2010, 01:40 PM	#3
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	The RSC told me that slightly tighter (but of course not too tight) is better, because this reduces the amount of movement and therefore wear that the bracelet is subjected to. But I like mine to be quite loose... Cheers __________________

5 July 2010, 01:41 PM	#4
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I wear it so that I can insert by index finger between the wrist and the bracelet. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

5 July 2010, 01:49 PM	#5
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	Snug for me! __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

5 July 2010, 01:52 PM	#7
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	Close to being snug....as long as it doesn't impede the circulation. __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

5 July 2010, 01:37 PM	#2
eagle_lex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: Lexington, Ky Watch: AP and Rolex Posts: 541	i wear mine the way it feels best.... a little loose.. but i think most say its best snug... never bought into that because what good is it if its not comfortable.... thats just my opinion..

5 July 2010, 01:52 PM	#6
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	I like mine tight and snug, but not cutting off circulation or anything of course.

5 July 2010, 01:55 PM	#9
tgoose1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Louisiana Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 668	Try not to be so concerned about future bracelet wear, but what feels comfortable on your wrist. The modern oyster bracelet will give many years of serviceable wear even under vigorous use.

5 July 2010, 01:57 PM	#10
janice&fred Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: janice Location: St.Petersburg Fl Watch: all of them! Posts: 673	here in the tropics here in the deep tropics it's difficult to adjust the bracelets as wrists swell up significantly when outside in the heat, then slim down when in an airconditioned indoor setting. i have heard that dirt will act as an abrasive and accelerate wear. i also heard that wearing them on the tighter side will help reduce movement and wear and i believe it to be true, but i can't seem to be comfy with the things tight. i also like to wear them loose enuf so when indoors and cool, i can slide a finger between the clasp and my wrist. this seems to be about the best adjustment setting as when outside i can still tolerate the tighter fit. janice always collects and wears only full-size men's watches and wears them extremely loose. i will say that i have not seen any of our watches' bracelets loosen up over the years, but being watch freaks we do keep them clean, and rotate and not wear the same watches every day. fred

5 July 2010, 02:09 PM	#11
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,277	Loose.

5 July 2010, 02:22 PM	#12
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	I wear mine just right.Not too loose and not to tight __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

5 July 2010, 02:44 PM	#13
Vetteman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NC Watch: 16610 Posts: 420	tight enough that it doesn't move around

5 July 2010, 03:58 PM	#16
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	This is the correct way!! If you can do this, you'll be fine!!! __________________ 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!!

5 July 2010, 04:23 PM	#17
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	I wear it just right for my comfort. Pretty much like JJ said, just enough to sneak my index finger under it. The best location for the watch and bracelet to rest is just proximal to the bony prominence of the ulna bone called styloid process. This way, if you extend your wrist, it won't put a significant force to stretch the bracelet. When the watch is sitting at the wrist joint and you extend your wrist, it stretches the bracelet faster than any other process. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

5 July 2010, 04:54 PM	#18
Tek Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Aus Watch: ALL Posts: 318	Just like JJ

5 July 2010, 11:05 PM	#20
GregWormald Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Adelaide Posts: 67	My old original bracelet on a Sub 1680 lasted 40 years. How long do you want it to last? Greg Wear it so it's comfortable, and worry later.

6 July 2010, 01:18 AM	#23
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	I keep mine snug. Friction, coupled with dirt and grime on your bracelet will accelerate wear and bracelet 'stretch'. Hope his helps. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

6 July 2010, 01:58 AM	#26
watchsak Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 17	Bracelet Tightness I just acquired the Deep Sea about a week ago and i wear it like i do all other bracelet watches that i have owned in the past. On the tighter side as i dont like it when the case moves around. You can see a spot between the bracelet and my wrist but could not get a finger throught it. It has been very hot in new england the last few days so i have been adusting the glidelock but i always end up with it fitting tight but not uncomfortable or hurting my wrist and leaving marks. Stephen

6 July 2010, 01:38 PM	#27
Rolexsd4000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: N.Y Watch: SD43 Mk1 , TT SD43 Posts: 970	Remember JJ is right on the money.. I cannot take credit for the photoshop It was a prior post on the forum. Attached Images

6 July 2010, 01:43 PM	#28
timeisfathaoftruth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: New England Watch: Sub,Daytona,GMT,YM Posts: 997	snug but not tight. __________________ Time and tide wait for no man...

6 July 2010, 02:05 PM	#29
Sherwooddavid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: Canada Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,080	l wear my Daytona very loose.

6 July 2010, 08:00 PM	#30
Rolexsd4000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: N.Y Watch: SD43 Mk1 , TT SD43 Posts: 970	As for me , the way they are adjusted . Its snug but not too loose. Very comfy for me even on hot and humid days.

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