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mike_bronco · 2 October 2015, 11:49 PM

Hi folks,

I'm considering ordering the stainless bracelet for my 5167. Would appreciate any feedback, especially from those who have the bracelet. Pics are certainly encouraged as well, of course!

Is the bracelet sturdy? How does it feel (light/heavy)? Is it comfortable? How is the clasp? Is it prone to stretch? How does it look in person?

Thanks all, and have a great weekend!

travisb · 3 October 2015, 02:13 AM

Personally, I think the bracelet is overdone. Too bulky. Too heavy. Should be tapered. Just my opinion of course.
Strangely, I LOOOOOVE the 5167 on strap but the the bracelet version does nothing for me.

SHM3 · 3 October 2015, 02:20 AM

I would agree that the bracelet is a bit bulky for the watch and a taper would help. Having said that it is comfortable and the clasp is nicely done. Funny enough I am ordering the strap and clasp from HS.

whysleep · 3 October 2015, 03:30 AM

I don't like it on the Bracelet, something feels and looks off.

But on Rubber looks like a icon.

ap1 · 3 October 2015, 03:46 AM

I have the bracelet version. Id say it is very comfortable - curving around the wrist wonderfully. the clasp is sturdy with the cool symbol at the closure. I thought it would feel too dainty but it feels robust. it is very shiny.

ive got mine listed as the rubber / deployant didn't work for me (don't flame, it dug in)
I have others - refined on bracelet - so its got to go. I agree looks like an icon on rubber and is very undercover that way. less undercover with shiny bracelet. If you don't have RO or 5711 then I'd be fine with this as my refined bracelet watch as the dial is tough to beat

broulstone · 3 October 2015, 04:26 AM

I have a 5066. Does anyone know where can I get a bracelet for it?

CWIN · 3 October 2015, 03:46 PM

Have yet to see one in the flesh to try on...based on photos, I prefer the rubber strap.

topcat30093 · 3 October 2015, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by broulstone

I have a 5066. Does anyone know where can I get a bracelet for it?

No I don't believe you can.

The bracelet for the 5167 can only be interchanged on 5167's after a certain year, which were originally fitted on a rubber strap.

Abdullasaif · 3 October 2015, 09:52 PM

Its super cool but the aquanaut is the best on rubber

ap1 · 3 October 2015, 10:24 PM

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mike_bronco · 4 October 2015, 01:31 AM

Thanks all. I was quoted $3635 to order a new bracelet. I wouldn't mind trying one, but at that price, it would have to be one hell of a bracelet. In fact, I dare say there is no such bracelet to justify that price.

Anyway, going off topic, is anyone else excited about the new JLC Geophysic series?

subtona · 4 October 2015, 02:06 AM

Not a fan on 5167.

5164 has a bit more presence and visually holds up to the bracelet better imho

watchucallit · 4 October 2015, 02:39 AM

i like the bracelet .. looks great

cervantes · 4 October 2015, 04:35 AM

Prefer the strap, no taper on the bracelet.

mineral · 4 October 2015, 12:59 PM

I think aquanaut look nice in rubber or bracelet. You seldom see the bracelet version as most people prefer the tropical rubber. If you want something not that common, 5167 1A may be good choice.

Keep us posted what you get.

Tony64 · 4 October 2015, 01:08 PM

I think the rubber strap integrates better aesthetically with the dial. More harmonious appearance and as others have mentioned it must be more comfortable. It's a relatively thin watch and better suited for the rubber strap than the bracelet in my opinion.

gqmagic · 5 October 2015, 09:11 AM

Bracelet completely changes the personality of the Aquanaut.

Adding one after the fact is too expensive.

I like it better on the strap.

daytonaTBR · 5 October 2015, 12:00 PM

I much prefer the strap. Doesn't look right on the bracelet for me.

Chaos · 6 October 2015, 01:15 AM

I had the chance to choose from both versions and I thought bracelet one would be easier to switch to rubber when needed.

My impression with rubber version was not the strongest -- although very comfortable, it's too low profile -- well, initial impression as I said, that might change

The bracelet version looks another watch...and I liked it.

I'd recommend a half link for bracelet if possible -- it would give it extra comfort.

best

mineral · 6 October 2015, 01:26 AM

Agreed that bracelet totally change the look of Aquanaut

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chaos

I had the chance to choose from both versions and I thought bracelet one would be easier to switch to rubber when needed.

My impression with rubber version was not the strongest -- although very comfortable, it's too low profile -- well, initial impression as I said, that might change

The bracelet version looks another watch...and I liked it.

I'd recommend a half link for bracelet if possible -- it would give it extra comfort.

best

mike_bronco · 6 October 2015, 07:33 AM

Nice pic indeed

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chaos

I had the chance to choose from both versions and I thought bracelet one would be easier to switch to rubber when needed.

My impression with rubber version was not the strongest -- although very comfortable, it's too low profile -- well, initial impression as I said, that might change

The bracelet version looks another watch...and I liked it.

I'd recommend a half link for bracelet if possible -- it would give it extra comfort.

best

2 October 2015, 11:49 PM	#1
mike_bronco "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Maryland Watch: PP/Rolex Posts: 207	Bracelet for Aquanaut - Comments? Hi folks, I'm considering ordering the stainless bracelet for my 5167. Would appreciate any feedback, especially from those who have the bracelet. Pics are certainly encouraged as well, of course! Is the bracelet sturdy? How does it feel (light/heavy)? Is it comfortable? How is the clasp? Is it prone to stretch? How does it look in person? Thanks all, and have a great weekend!

3 October 2015, 04:26 AM	#6
broulstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Bruce Location: Alexandria, VA Watch: EXP II, DJ,PP5066 Posts: 1,597	5066 I have a 5066. Does anyone know where can I get a bracelet for it? __________________ Bruce, 16570 Explorer II, DJ 16234 DJ 16013, 6466, 1947 Rolex Oyster, JLC Grande Reverso 976, PP 5066, Ellipse, Omega Seamaster

3 October 2015, 03:46 PM	#7
CWIN "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Chris Location: San Diego Watch: Patek, AP, Rolex Posts: 4,449	Have yet to see one in the flesh to try on...based on photos, I prefer the rubber strap. __________________ *Instagram* @cwin

4 October 2015, 02:06 AM	#12
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 25,997	Not a fan on 5167. 5164 has a bit more presence and visually holds up to the bracelet better imho __________________

3 October 2015, 02:13 AM	#2
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,218	Personally, I think the bracelet is overdone. Too bulky. Too heavy. Should be tapered. Just my opinion of course. Strangely, I LOOOOOVE the 5167 on strap but the the bracelet version does nothing for me.

3 October 2015, 02:20 AM	#3
SHM3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SWFL Posts: 359	I would agree that the bracelet is a bit bulky for the watch and a taper would help. Having said that it is comfortable and the clasp is nicely done. Funny enough I am ordering the strap and clasp from HS.

3 October 2015, 03:30 AM	#4
whysleep "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: california Watch: 116610LV/SD4000 Posts: 209	I don't like it on the Bracelet, something feels and looks off. But on Rubber looks like a icon.

3 October 2015, 03:46 AM	#5
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,042	I have the bracelet version. Id say it is very comfortable - curving around the wrist wonderfully. the clasp is sturdy with the cool symbol at the closure. I thought it would feel too dainty but it feels robust. it is very shiny. ive got mine listed as the rubber / deployant didn't work for me (don't flame, it dug in) I have others - refined on bracelet - so its got to go. I agree looks like an icon on rubber and is very undercover that way. less undercover with shiny bracelet. If you don't have RO or 5711 then I'd be fine with this as my refined bracelet watch as the dial is tough to beat

3 October 2015, 09:52 PM	#9
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	Its super cool but the aquanaut is the best on rubber

4 October 2015, 01:31 AM	#11
mike_bronco "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Maryland Watch: PP/Rolex Posts: 207	Thanks all. I was quoted $3635 to order a new bracelet. I wouldn't mind trying one, but at that price, it would have to be one hell of a bracelet. In fact, I dare say there is no such bracelet to justify that price. Anyway, going off topic, is anyone else excited about the new JLC Geophysic series?

4 October 2015, 02:39 AM	#13
watchucallit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: San Fran Posts: 2,214	i like the bracelet .. looks great

4 October 2015, 04:35 AM	#14
cervantes "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: East and West Posts: 1,894	Prefer the strap, no taper on the bracelet.

4 October 2015, 12:59 PM	#15
mineral "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,670	I think aquanaut look nice in rubber or bracelet. You seldom see the bracelet version as most people prefer the tropical rubber. If you want something not that common, 5167 1A may be good choice. Keep us posted what you get.

4 October 2015, 01:08 PM	#16
Tony64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 2,796	I think the rubber strap integrates better aesthetically with the dial. More harmonious appearance and as others have mentioned it must be more comfortable. It's a relatively thin watch and better suited for the rubber strap than the bracelet in my opinion.

5 October 2015, 09:11 AM	#17
gqmagic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Near LA Posts: 244	Bracelet completely changes the personality of the Aquanaut. Adding one after the fact is too expensive. I like it better on the strap.

5 October 2015, 12:00 PM	#18
daytonaTBR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 1,466	I much prefer the strap. Doesn't look right on the bracelet for me.

6 October 2015, 01:15 AM	#19
Chaos "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 309	I had the chance to choose from both versions and I thought bracelet one would be easier to switch to rubber when needed. My impression with rubber version was not the strongest -- although very comfortable, it's too low profile -- well, initial impression as I said, that might change The bracelet version looks another watch...and I liked it. I'd recommend a half link for bracelet if possible -- it would give it extra comfort. best

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