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iwantagmt · 17 February 2009, 06:00 AM

Hello all, still a little new around here, so I'm interested in how people feel about bracelets..

I really prefer metal bracelets, to either leather or rubber straps...I just love the way the weight of the bracelet naturally balances out the weight of the case. Not to mention, the incredibly satisfying tactile sensation of clasping it shut each morning

Also knowing that splashing it when i wash my hands will cause no damage! This preference actually almost eliminates much of my desire for watches that I academically appreciate, such as Patek, Dufour, Voutilainen, and other haute manufactures, that utilize, principally, leather straps.

I do have incredible respect for Patek, Dufour, and Voutilainen btw.

Just wondering if anyone else shares these sentiments regarding the metal bracelet.

JPersat · 17 February 2009, 06:07 AM

I would have to say I prefer the metal bracelets over leather or rubber any day.

cody p · 17 February 2009, 06:15 AM

it depends on the watch, but in general i prefer a leather band for dress and a metal bracelet for sports.

BigHat · 17 February 2009, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by cody p

it depends on the watch, but in general i prefer a leather band for dress and a metal bracelet for sports.

Concur. They both have there place. No question, if you're going to get it wet (sweat or otherwise) the bracelet is best, but the leather straps, especially on a dress watch look better. My Lange strap is 4 years old and I am only now thinking about changing it as it's beginning to show light wear, but then again the patina is very much nicer than on a new strap. Of course, it's in a rotation with lots of watches so I'm sure I'd have never gotten this lifespan with daily wear.

Dan Pierce · 17 February 2009, 06:38 AM

I'm a self confessed bracelet guy. Recently though, I've realized the joys of zulu straps. Rubber is too hot and uncomfortable. Leather looks nice but won't hold up over time. Nice on a dress watch though.
dP

Psmith · 18 February 2009, 10:05 PM

I generally prefer the look and feel of metal bracelets, but some watches look better on leather straps. I prefer leather for 'desk work' as it's more comfortable to rest on a desk while typing, etc.

I have no love for rubber straps, or for 'deployant' clasps, both of which I have found uncomfortable & rather annoying so far. I'm sure there are some good ones out there though...

Cheers

chriseskew24 · 18 February 2009, 10:53 PM

I only like metal bands.. Nato & leather do nothing for me.. But as they say to easch there own.

Widows Son · 19 February 2009, 02:41 AM

I have a rubber strap on my Omega Speedmaster MKII. It looks nicer (IMHO) than the bracelet. For casual watches bracelets are OK, but for dress only a black strap will do.

JJ Irani · 19 February 2009, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iwantagmt

Hello all, still a little new around here, so I'm interested in how people feel about bracelets..

I really prefer metal bracelets, to either leather or rubber straps...I just love the way the weight of the bracelet naturally balances out the weight of the case. Not to mention, the incredibly satisfying tactile sensation of clasping it shut each morning

Also knowing that splashing it when i wash my hands will cause no damage! This preference actually almost eliminates much of my desire for watches that I academically appreciate, such as Patek, Dufour, Voutilainen, and other haute manufactures, that utilize, principally, leather straps.

I do have incredible respect for Patek, Dufour, and Voutilainen btw.

Just wondering if anyone else shares these sentiments regarding the metal bracelet.

Welcome to TRF, Brandon......you are my kinda guy!!

I love metal bracelets ONLY!!

Mort · 19 February 2009, 03:08 AM

To me it depends on the watch. On a Rolex diffinatly metal. I do like the look and feel of a nice alligator strap on some of my watches. The watch that I like both ways is my Cartier roadster. The metal band is top knotch and feels great, but when I switch it to its alligator with the deployant it really looks good as well.

Rebel · 19 February 2009, 03:24 AM

Welcome to TRF.

I prefer metal on sports models and leather on dress ones.

DSJ · 19 February 2009, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Rebel

Welcome to TRF.

I prefer metal on sports models and leather on dress ones.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cody p

it depends on the watch, but in general i prefer a leather band for dress and a metal bracelet for sports.

These guys said it best, although I prefer a bracelet on all Rolex Oysters.

Daily wear for me means metal. If/when I ever get a dress watch (JLC, PP, etc.) it will be on leather. I hope to have a deployant clasp on the strap over a buckle.

iwantagmt · 20 February 2009, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Welcome to TRF, Brandon......you are my kinda guy!!

I love metal bracelets ONLY!!

Thanks for the welcome!

Metal bracelets are just so shiny!

JJ Irani · 20 February 2009, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iwantagmt

Thanks for the welcome!

Metal bracelets are just so shiny!

I know....just like my bald dome, uh?

topcat30093 · 20 February 2009, 06:22 PM

I thought that I would never move away from a bracelet fitted watch.
That is until I tried on a strap. And found that they were really comfortable to wear.

It also dawned on me, that with a strap unlike a bracelet, I no longer had the hair on my arm getting caught up between the links, which was sometimes a "Pain" If you get my drift!

Kokyuryoku · 20 February 2009, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I know....just like my bald dome, uh?

That remark almost made me spill my coffee.

I like metal bracelets too

I just love the feel, the look and the weight that comes with them.

BmwA5H · 20 February 2009, 08:37 PM

Yes I feel the same also ! Bracelets on a timepiece make the watch so complete !
I would choose an 18k bracelet on a watch than a rubber or leather strap most of the time

buz-lh · 21 February 2009, 12:37 AM

I like to change things up and wear the bracelets, leather straps on dressier watches, natos on sports. Just gives the watches totally different looks.

Flaxmoore · 21 February 2009, 03:42 AM

I haven't worn a leather/rubber strap for many years. Last may well have been my calculator Casio back in grade school- steel just feels better. I am looking into a NATO strap for my Citizen, though.

iwantagmt · 21 February 2009, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I know....just like my bald dome, uh?

You're bald?

shm5088 · 9 February 2010, 04:34 AM

I'm definitely a fan of metal bracelets, for dress or sport

ParisDakarBmw · 9 February 2010, 04:37 AM

Metal bracelets, and Nato's do the trick for me. I like rubber during the Winter. Leather doesn't do it for me. There are some watch bands that are old baseball gloves that are pretty cool. I wouldn't mind having a vintage MLB players glove made into a band.

Metal bracelet is my favorite.

towernick · 9 February 2010, 06:23 AM

Strongly prefer metal bracelets, however, the exception is the black croc strap I have for my Speedmaster Pro.

datejust1 · 9 February 2010, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cody p

it depends on the watch, but in general i prefer a leather band for dress and a metal bracelet for sports.

Exactly!

RRGHOST1 · 9 February 2010, 06:34 AM

Metal bracelet every time and would never wear a leather strap. I like the way Rolex have got the Oyster,Jubilee and President to pick from to change the look but a leather strap is ....well a leather strap.

spuds · 9 February 2010, 06:57 AM

Metal, Leather or Rubber....??

Hmmmmmmmmmmm.....................

It all depends what I'm being tied to.

Oh

.
Wrong forum.........

ess45 · 9 February 2010, 07:23 AM

Quote:
Originally Posted by iwantagmt
Thanks for the welcome!

Metal bracelets are just so shiny!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I know....just like my bald dome, uh?

Sandblast.

gaopa · 9 February 2010, 11:04 AM

For me, the metal bracelet in the summer and leather in the winter... an example.... Cheers, Bill P.

Mike B · 9 February 2010, 12:00 PM

I always prefer a metal bracelet over a strap (be it leather, or rubber) any day of the week. I'm just not a rubber/leather guy I guess lol

walds11 · 9 February 2010, 08:36 PM

Well said. Same here

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike B

I always prefer a metal bracelet over a strap (be it leather, or rubber) any day of the week. I'm just not a rubber/leather guy I guess lol

17 February 2009, 06:00 AM	#1
iwantagmt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indy: GO COLTS!!! Watch: Omega Seamaster PO Posts: 337	Anyone else have a strong preference towards metal bracelets? Hello all, still a little new around here, so I'm interested in how people feel about bracelets.. I really prefer metal bracelets, to either leather or rubber straps...I just love the way the weight of the bracelet naturally balances out the weight of the case. Not to mention, the incredibly satisfying tactile sensation of clasping it shut each morning Also knowing that splashing it when i wash my hands will cause no damage! This preference actually almost eliminates much of my desire for watches that I academically appreciate, such as Patek, Dufour, Voutilainen, and other haute manufactures, that utilize, principally, leather straps. I do have incredible respect for Patek, Dufour, and Voutilainen btw. Just wondering if anyone else shares these sentiments regarding the metal bracelet.

17 February 2009, 06:38 AM	#5
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	I'm a self confessed bracelet guy. Recently though, I've realized the joys of zulu straps. Rubber is too hot and uncomfortable. Leather looks nice but won't hold up over time. Nice on a dress watch though. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

18 February 2009, 10:05 PM	#6
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I generally prefer the look and feel of metal bracelets, but some watches look better on leather straps. I prefer leather for 'desk work' as it's more comfortable to rest on a desk while typing, etc. I have no love for rubber straps, or for 'deployant' clasps, both of which I have found uncomfortable & rather annoying so far. I'm sure there are some good ones out there though... Cheers __________________

19 February 2009, 03:08 AM	#10
Mort "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 1,001	To me it depends on the watch. On a Rolex diffinatly metal. I do like the look and feel of a nice alligator strap on some of my watches. The watch that I like both ways is my Cartier roadster. The metal band is top knotch and feels great, but when I switch it to its alligator with the deployant it really looks good as well. __________________ Collection Stainless DJ II Rhodium with Arabic Dial 116334, Longines RG Master Collection Chronograph Triple Date Moon, Maurice Lacroix TT Masterpiece Triple Date Moon, Vintage Gallet SS Flying Officer Chronograph

19 February 2009, 03:24 AM	#11
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,254	Welcome to TRF. I prefer metal on sports models and leather on dress ones. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

17 February 2009, 06:07 AM	#2
JPersat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jarrett Location: San Antonio TX Watch: ing everybody Posts: 1,515	I would have to say I prefer the metal bracelets over leather or rubber any day.

17 February 2009, 06:15 AM	#3
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	it depends on the watch, but in general i prefer a leather band for dress and a metal bracelet for sports.

18 February 2009, 10:53 PM	#7
chriseskew24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: fort lauderdale Watch: Bunches Posts: 1,860	I only like metal bands.. Nato & leather do nothing for me.. But as they say to easch there own.

19 February 2009, 02:41 AM	#8
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,564	I have a rubber strap on my Omega Speedmaster MKII. It looks nicer (IMHO) than the bracelet. For casual watches bracelets are OK, but for dress only a black strap will do.

20 February 2009, 06:22 PM	#15
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,459	I thought that I would never move away from a bracelet fitted watch. That is until I tried on a strap. And found that they were really comfortable to wear. It also dawned on me, that with a strap unlike a bracelet, I no longer had the hair on my arm getting caught up between the links, which was sometimes a "Pain" If you get my drift! __________________

20 February 2009, 08:37 PM	#17
BmwA5H "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: United Kingdom Watch: Rolex 16618 Posts: 704	Yes I feel the same also ! Bracelets on a timepiece make the watch so complete ! I would choose an 18k bracelet on a watch than a rubber or leather strap most of the time

21 February 2009, 12:37 AM	#18
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	I like to change things up and wear the bracelets, leather straps on dressier watches, natos on sports. Just gives the watches totally different looks. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

21 February 2009, 03:42 AM	#19
Flaxmoore Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Casey Location: Toledo, Ohio Watch: Alpha Milsub Posts: 704	I haven't worn a leather/rubber strap for many years. Last may well have been my calculator Casio back in grade school- steel just feels better. I am looking into a NATO strap for my Citizen, though.

9 February 2010, 04:34 AM	#21
shm5088 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Stephen Location: Houston Posts: 17	I'm definitely a fan of metal bracelets, for dress or sport

9 February 2010, 04:37 AM	#22
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Metal bracelets, and Nato's do the trick for me. I like rubber during the Winter. Leather doesn't do it for me. There are some watch bands that are old baseball gloves that are pretty cool. I wouldn't mind having a vintage MLB players glove made into a band. Metal bracelet is my favorite.

9 February 2010, 06:23 AM	#23
towernick Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 880	Strongly prefer metal bracelets, however, the exception is the black croc strap I have for my Speedmaster Pro.

9 February 2010, 06:34 AM	#25
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	Metal bracelet every time and would never wear a leather strap. I like the way Rolex have got the Oyster,Jubilee and President to pick from to change the look but a leather strap is ....well a leather strap.

9 February 2010, 06:57 AM	#26
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Metal, Leather or Rubber....?? Hmmmmmmmmmmm..................... It all depends what I'm being tied to. Oh . Wrong forum......... __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

9 February 2010, 11:04 AM	#28
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: .. Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	For me, the metal bracelet in the summer and leather in the winter... an example.... Cheers, Bill P. Attached Images

9 February 2010, 12:00 PM	#29
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	I always prefer a metal bracelet over a strap (be it leather, or rubber) any day of the week. I'm just not a rubber/leather guy I guess lol

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