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djasniew · 13 October 2006, 11:36 PM

Has anyone tried on the new heavy style oyster bracelet? what are your thoughts? Is the bracelet only for DateJusts or are they made for the Subs and SDs?

Thanks for the feedback

Dale

JJ Irani · 14 October 2006, 03:48 AM

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Originally Posted by djasniew

Has anyone tried on the new heavy style oyster bracelet? what are your thoughts? Is the bracelet only for DateJusts or are they made for the Subs and SDs?

Thanks for the feedback

Dale

Hi Dale,

The new style ALL SOLID LINKS Oyster bracelets are only for the DJs and the new Turn-O-Graph models. The Subs and SD continue with their old, but trusted and reliable, OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelets with HOLLOW centre links!!

Here's a picture or two of the new Oyster bracelet...

SteveSanders987 · 14 October 2006, 03:52 AM

The new bracelet is quite nice....though I quite like the clunky, rugged feel of the sub and sd bracelet.

JJ Irani · 14 October 2006, 03:57 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveSanders987

The new bracelet is quite nice....though I quite like the clunky, rugged feel of the sub and sd bracelet.

Agreed, Steve!!!

mike · 14 October 2006, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveSanders987

The new bracelet is quite nice....though I quite like the clunky, rugged feel of the sub and sd bracelet.

mike · 14 October 2006, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Agreed, Steve!!!

Cool pics JJ!

ismvli · 14 October 2006, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

Cool pics JJ!

is there a new bracelet design for the GMTII model?

dfn8tly · 14 October 2006, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ismvli

is there a new bracelet design for the GMTII model?

There is for the NEW TT (116713) or solid Gold GMT-II. To use a movie phrase, this watch is in "limited release" and the USA is not one of the countries.

Gedanken · 14 October 2006, 12:40 PM

I've tried the new Oyster and Jubilee bracelets on the 116233 and 116200, and I was surprised at the difference. They feel noticably more solid than the older versions, not only in terms of weight (the Oyster 116200 with all its links was about as heavy as my SD with no extra links), but in the lack of rattle when the links move against each other.

RogerF · 14 October 2006, 01:53 PM

My Daytona has a solid link bracelet just like the new DJs, NEW GMTs, and a few others. I havent found a noticable difference other than weight when compared to my other Rolexes. I am sure over time I may find that the bracelet on my SD (2005 F serial) will start to rattle as it stretches, but for now no noticable diff.

djasniew · 14 October 2006, 02:03 PM

Thanks for the replies. I was thinking the SD bracelet was a little light.

JJ Irani · 14 October 2006, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by djasniew

Thanks for the replies. I was thinking the SD bracelet was a little light.

....only due to the hollow centre links. Other than that....no worries, pal....it's very, very strong!!

RogerF · 14 October 2006, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by djasniew

Thanks for the replies. I was thinking the SD bracelet was a little light.

but the SD is still the greatest watch ever made.

Just let me know if you want some more convincing as to which Rolex is the best

JJ Irani · 14 October 2006, 02:25 PM

Well, Roger...I must admire your passion and undying love for the SD!!

Megalos · 15 October 2006, 06:12 AM

hello Mike and JJ Irani again

I am the newbie from Greece
my new Sub date green has no number in the bracelet

is not normal or again I must be anxious about it's real condition

mike · 15 October 2006, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Megalos

hello Mike and JJ Irani again

I am the newbie from Greece
my new Sub date green has no number in the bracelet

is not normal or again I must be anxious about it's real condition

Hi Megalos,
Normal, The SEL bracelet isn't marked. Look on the inside of the clasp--should see 93250.

Here's a shot of the back of one of mine--no numbers on the bracelet

Megalos · 15 October 2006, 06:50 AM

oh yes Mike , is has it

JJ Irani · 15 October 2006, 03:12 PM

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oh yes Mike , is has it

Megalos,

Here ya go...93250!!

rusi · 15 October 2006, 06:10 PM

hi,
Id love the new SS jubilee bracelet hidden clasp with teh rolex crown, a bit more than the the SS solid oyster one, some how the jubilee looks quite elegent & not very rugged like the oyster .

JJ Irani · 16 October 2006, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by rusi

hi,
Id love the new SS jubilee bracelet hidden clasp with teh rolex crown, a bit more than the the SS solid oyster one, some how the jubilee looks quite elegent & not very rugged like the oyster .

Agreed, Rusi!!

Jubilee, especially new one with concealed President like clasp, more dressy than the Oyster. The new Jubilee construction has been vastly improved compared with the older one.

JJ

Rockrolex · 16 October 2006, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by rusi

hi,
Id love the new SS jubilee bracelet hidden clasp with teh rolex crown, a bit more than the the SS solid oyster one, some how the jubilee looks quite elegent & not very rugged like the oyster .

I'm with you, Rusi. I saw a new TT Jubilee at the AD yesterday and it is a real beauty. I wish I could replace the old TT Jubilee on my DJ with the new bracelet, but apparently the new one is too big for the older cases.

JJ Irani · 16 October 2006, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

I'm with you, Rusi. I saw a new TT Jubilee at the AD yesterday and it is a real beauty. I wish I could replace the old TT Jubilee on my DJ with the new bracelet, but apparently the new one is too big for the older cases.

The lug width of 20 mm should be the same, Ed. Did you ask the AD about this?

Rockrolex · 16 October 2006, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The lug width of 20 mm should be the same, Ed. Did you ask the AD about this?

No, because I didn't remember the size of the old flavor. I know he told me he wanted to do the same thing with his DJ but couldn't because it wouldn't fit the case. It may have something to do with the thickness.

JJ Irani · 16 October 2006, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

No, because I didn't remember the size of the old flavor. I know he told me he wanted to do the same thing with his DJ but couldn't because it wouldn't fit the case. It may have something to do with the thickness.

Yes, I think he's right. Although Rolex have still maintained the same 36 mm case width, they have broadened the lugs end to give it the "broader" look.

JJ

13 October 2006, 11:36 PM	#1
djasniew Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wisconsin Watch: Sea-Dweller4000 Posts: 24	New heavy Oyster style bracelet Has anyone tried on the new heavy style oyster bracelet? what are your thoughts? Is the bracelet only for DateJusts or are they made for the Subs and SDs? Thanks for the feedback Dale

14 October 2006, 12:40 PM	#9
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	I've tried the new Oyster and Jubilee bracelets on the 116233 and 116200, and I was surprised at the difference. They feel noticably more solid than the older versions, not only in terms of weight (the Oyster 116200 with all its links was about as heavy as my SD with no extra links), but in the lack of rattle when the links move against each other. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

14 October 2006, 02:25 PM	#14
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Well, Roger...I must admire your passion and undying love for the SD!! __________________ 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!!

14 October 2006, 03:52 AM	#3
SteveSanders987 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cary, NC Watch: Blue TT Subbie F Posts: 26	The new bracelet is quite nice....though I quite like the clunky, rugged feel of the sub and sd bracelet.

14 October 2006, 01:53 PM	#10
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	My Daytona has a solid link bracelet just like the new DJs, NEW GMTs, and a few others. I havent found a noticable difference other than weight when compared to my other Rolexes. I am sure over time I may find that the bracelet on my SD (2005 F serial) will start to rattle as it stretches, but for now no noticable diff.

14 October 2006, 02:03 PM	#11
djasniew Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wisconsin Watch: Sea-Dweller4000 Posts: 24	Thanks for the replies. I was thinking the SD bracelet was a little light.

15 October 2006, 06:12 AM	#15
Megalos "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Athens Posts: 40	hello Mike and JJ Irani again I am the newbie from Greece my new Sub date green has no number in the bracelet is not normal or again I must be anxious about it's real condition

15 October 2006, 06:50 AM	#17
Megalos "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Athens Posts: 40	oh yes Mike , is has it

15 October 2006, 06:10 PM	#19
rusi Banned Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 275	hi, Id love the new SS jubilee bracelet hidden clasp with teh rolex crown, a bit more than the the SS solid oyster one, some how the jubilee looks quite elegent & not very rugged like the oyster .

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