Do you guys know anything about new bracelets?

[GerardoG]

Hi there! My wife just got a brand new Datejust (SS, WG bezel, oyster) and I was shocked to see that her bracelet and clasp are solid and also sturdier than the one I have on both my Sub and Explorer (even with SEL). Do you guys know if Rolex is planning to do an 'all solid' oyster for men's watches in the near future?

Saludos and thank you for your comments.

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Hi there! My wife just got a brand new Datejust (SS, WG bezel, oyster) and I was shocked to see that her bracelet and clasp are solid and also sturdier than the one I have on both my Sub and Explorer (even with SEL). Do you guys know if Rolex is planning to do an 'all solid' oyster for men's watches in the near future?

Saludos and thank you for your comments.

Yep, they're slowly changing all bracelets over to solid links, but Rolex moves at a glacial pace. I have seen the new solid DJ oyster and jubilee and the solid links give the watch a much better look and feel.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Hi there! My wife just got a brand new Datejust (SS, WG bezel, oyster) and I was shocked to see that her bracelet and clasp are solid and also sturdier than the one I have on both my Sub and Explorer (even with SEL). Do you guys know if Rolex is planning to do an 'all solid' oyster for men's watches in the near future?

Saludos and thank you for your comments.

At present, the all solid links on the Oyster and Jubilee bracelets have only been introduced in the DJ and new TOG (Turn-O-Graph) line up. The Daytona, of course, has all solid links in their SS, TT and YG range.

As for the other popular sports models, we shall have to just wait and see. I was a wee bit disappointed to see hollow centre gold links on my newly introduced (April 2005) TT YM, and as long as the sports range is selling, I don't see Rolex being in too much of a hurry to pack in solid centre links.

JJ

[dman]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

At present, the all solid links on the Oyster and Jubilee bracelets have only been introduced in the DJ and new TOG (Turn-O-Graph) line up. The Daytona, of course, has all solid links in their SS, TT and YG range.

As for the other popular sports models, we shall have to just wait and see. I was a wee bit disappointed to see hollow centre gold links on my newly introduced (April 2005) TT YM, and as long as the sports range is selling, I don't see Rolex being in too much of a hurry to pack in solid centre links.

JJ

(Clearing throat) UHM UHM, Yacht-Master. (The real one!!!!!!)

[s7horton]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

At present, the all solid links on the Oyster and Jubilee bracelets have only been introduced in the DJ and new TOG (Turn-O-Graph) line up. The Daytona, of course, has all solid links in their SS, TT and YG range.

As for the other popular sports models, we shall have to just wait and see. I was a wee bit disappointed to see hollow centre gold links on my newly introduced (April 2005) TT YM, and as long as the sports range is selling, I don't see Rolex being in too much of a hurry to pack in solid centre links.

JJ

Did I miss something? My AD has solid center link TOG and also TT submariner.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by s7horton

Did I miss something? My AD has solid center link TOG and also TT submariner.

Solid centre link TOG I do know about and can believe, but TT Sub with solid centre links....that's news to me!!

[MathewJ]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

At present, the all solid links on the Oyster and Jubilee bracelets have only been introduced in the DJ and new TOG (Turn-O-Graph) line up. The Daytona, of course, has all solid links in their SS, TT and YG range.

As for the other popular sports models, we shall have to just wait and see. I was a wee bit disappointed to see hollow centre gold links on my newly introduced (April 2005) TT YM, and as long as the sports range is selling, I don't see Rolex being in too much of a hurry to pack in solid centre links.

JJ

That makes little sense to me, why would they have solid stainless links on the ss/plat version but hollow on the two tone?

[MathewJ]

Originally Posted by s7horton

Did I miss something? My AD has solid center link TOG and also TT submariner.

TOG does have solid center links, as does the new Datejusts and the Daytona's...in two tone that is...

the TT Submariner has hollow center links

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by MathewJ

That makes little sense to me, why would they have solid stainless links on the ss/plat version but hollow on the two tone?

Excellent question, Mathew....a bit disappointed myself, but that's how it is. All the TT models seem to have hollow centre links, except for the TT Daytona and, of course, the newly introduced Oyster and Jubilee bracelets on the new TOGs and DJs.

[MathewJ]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Excellent question, Mathew....a bit disappointed myself, but that's how it is. All the TT models seem to have hollow centre links, except for the TT Daytona and, of course, the newly introduced Oyster and Jubilee bracelets on the new TOGs and DJs.

I think I possibly, more likely probabily would be a tad on the annoyed side as well...wasn't the TT Yachtmaster a recent addition to the Rolex stable? certainly after the TT Daytona with solid links right?

Never ceases to amaze me with their logic..I guess it will never make sense, one would think that all new models would have gone solid in construction...was the price of the TT model less or more than the SS/Plat? and how much more...oh well they will always keep me guessing.

Originally Posted by MathewJ

was the price of the TT model less or more than the SS/Plat? and how much more...oh well they will always keep me guessing.

In Canada the TT is priced $400 more than the rolesium YM, if I recall correctly.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by MathewJ

I think I possibly, more likely probabily would be a tad on the annoyed side as well...wasn't the TT Yachtmaster a recent addition to the Rolex stable? certainly after the TT Daytona with solid links right?

Never ceases to amaze me with their logic..I guess it will never make sense, one would think that all new models would have gone solid in construction...was the price of the TT model less or more than the SS/Plat? and how much more...oh well they will always keep me guessing.

To answer your questions, Mathew....

Yes, the TT YM was introduced only in March of this year. I got mine in June, a D-series and the blue dial which I got was the very first one to enter my AD's shop, followed the very next day by a white, grey and champagne dial ones. I naturally opted for the BLUE which stood out head and shoulders above the rest.

The TT YM is on list price just $350 more than the SS/Pt. version...so it's just a matter of personal preference...I do love TT watches!!

Now as to why they did not introduce the TT YM with solid centre links....well, my only guess is 'cause it would then overide the TT Sub which is also a hot seller for Rolex. But my logic could be wrong!

JJ

[Air King Date]

What would be nice is for the wizards of Rolex to offer a nicely priced genuine solid link replacement bracelet that could be retrofitted to older models. A way of appreciating long term product users who wear a Rolex every day.
When your original bracelet gets the wobbles or when you examine a fine used piece that has the same wobbles, it would be nice to have a genuine bracelet that is modern in construction and will last.
I would not like to have to put an aftermarket bracelet (not strap mind you) on a Rolex, the bracelet makes up so much of the Rolex appeal it would be painful to have to resort to such.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Air King Date

What would be nice is for the wizards of Rolex to offer a nicely priced genuine solid link replacement bracelet that could be retrofitted to older models. A way of appreciating long term product users who wear a Rolex every day.
When your original bracelet gets the wobbles or when you examine a fine used piece that has the same wobbles, it would be nice to have a genuine bracelet that is modern in construction and will last.
I would not like to have to put an aftermarket bracelet (not strap mind you) on a Rolex, the bracelet makes up so much of the Rolex appeal it would be painful to have to resort to such.

That's an excellent thought, AKD....wish someone from Rolex would read it though!!