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HorologyK · 26 May 2016, 04:26 AM

Chaps, as an owner of both brands and bracelets with the onset of warmer weather, I'm curious what your thoughts are on both. Do you favor one over the other ? If so, why ? Does the finishing on a Patek bracelet outweigh the Oyster for you ?

Thanks for the candid responses !

ap1 · 26 May 2016, 04:47 AM

wow how to answer - 5711 is so comfy AND elegant. Id say rolex is robust and comfy (but slightly less - weighs more etc). If im raking bracelets its goes:

VC OS
PP
AP
Rolex

this is the cream though so #4 ain't bad and of course its #1 on worry free use.

el1125 · 26 May 2016, 05:14 AM

yes the finishing of the PP bracelets are second to none.

YoureTerrific · 26 May 2016, 06:21 AM

The latest Oysters with the Easylink extension are the most comfortable to me, especially in the summer when I'm in air conditioning and then outdoor heat. I love the Nautilus bracelet, it's light and flexible, but it's not adjustable for a wrist that swells and shrinks throughout the day.

masyv6 · 26 May 2016, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by YoureTerrific

The latest Oysters with the Easylink extension are the most comfortable to me, especially in the summer when I'm in air conditioning and then outdoor heat. I love the Nautilus bracelet, it's light and flexible, but it's not adjustable for a wrist that swells and shrinks throughout the day.

Easylink is a godsend.

lapince · 26 May 2016, 08:33 AM

You can't compare finishing on any part of a Nautilus with a Rolex, and for comfort the difference is huge, after getting my 5712 the comfort on my Rolex was so bad in comparison that I couldn't stand wearing them and sold the 3...

PJ S · 26 May 2016, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by el1125

yes the finishing of the PP bracelets are second to none.

In what way are they superiorly finished to the AP ROO’s, VC Overseas’, and Girard Perregaux Laureato's bracelets?

soundserious · 26 May 2016, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by lapince

You can't compare finishing on any part of a Nautilus with a Rolex, and for comfort the difference is huge, after getting my 5712 the comfort on my Rolex was so bad in comparison that I couldn't stand wearing them and sold the 3...

Sure you can. Rolex makes a much better bracelet.

AK797 · 26 May 2016, 10:52 AM

The AP RO RG has probably the nicest bracelet I've ever handled but maybe too nice to actually wear

. I love my RG Nautilus bracelet, it is very smooth and silkily drapes my wrist like no other, while the YG Subs Oyster is also a fine solid bracelet plus it has the glidelock.

mps354 · 26 May 2016, 11:46 AM

As has been said, the 5711 bracelet is beautiful, elegant, and silky smooth. When fitted perfectly, it's nearly impossible to beat. However, when the temp fluctuates and the wrist swells and shrinks, a Rolex oyster with glide lock is probably the better option

rollyp · 26 May 2016, 01:05 PM

The Patek Nautilus bracelet is very thin with a clasp that's almost seamless. The Rolex bracelet is much chunkier with a very bulky clasp. Both are comfortable but the Rolex adds a ton of visual mass to the wrist.

el1125 · 27 May 2016, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by PJ S

In what way are they superiorly finished to the AP ROO’s, VC Overseas’, and Girard Perregaux Laureato's bracelets?

I'll leave you guessing. Whatever I say, you say the opposite.

PJ S · 27 May 2016, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by el1125

I'll leave you guessing. Whatever I say, you say the opposite.

Ah, the old play the man (ad hominem) response – well done. </slow handclap>
Word to the (not so) wise, I will definitely not be guessing – but you’re more than welcome to expound your proposition further.
Maybe, if done convincingly, it could cause me to rethink my view.

YoureTerrific · 27 May 2016, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by PJ S

In what way are they superiorly finished to the AP ROO’s, VC Overseas’, and Girard Perregaux Laureato's bracelets?

The Nautilus, RO, and Overseas bracelets are all finished so well that it comes down to preference (which can change daily). As for Rolex bracelets, they're amazingly comfortable (now), but I wouldn't put them in the same class regarding finishing.

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texex91 · 27 May 2016, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by PJ S

it could cause me to rethink my view.

I doubt that...

Passionata · 27 May 2016, 04:48 AM

Nautilus is a piece of art though Rolex is better.

GB-man · 27 May 2016, 05:05 AM

I much prefer the oyster to all other bracelets. I think the RO has the best finishing and the nautilus bracelet is most comfortable in steady climate. That said, it leaves a lot to be desired in terms of the clasp. YMMV

An ROO bracelet with a glidelock of sorts would be killer.

Samui · 27 May 2016, 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by PJ S

In what way are they superiorly finished to the AP ROO’s, VC Overseas’, and Girard Perregaux Laureato's bracelets?

Ahh the GP Laureato. The love child of a RO and a nautilus.

RUK · 27 May 2016, 07:27 AM

5711> Sub for me.

I do miss the glide-lock at times (rare warm days) but the 5711 looks the part and almost weightless on the wrist.

I wonder what it would be like to have a light weight watch head like the 5711 on a robust bracelet like the sub :)

HorologyK · 27 May 2016, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by RUK

5711> Sub for me.

I do miss the glide-lock at times (rare warm days) but the 5711 looks the part and almost weightless on the wrist.

I wonder what it would be like to have a light weight watch head like the 5711 on a robust bracelet like the sub :)

Ditto

beshannon · 28 May 2016, 03:03 AM

While the easy link is nice, my Patek bracelet feels better

subtona · 28 May 2016, 03:34 AM

Both are fantastic.
The nautilus bracelet does cause me some concern that if I didn't give it at least a little thought, I would bend/crush it ... That is not a concern with a oyster bracelet.

RussW · 28 May 2016, 03:56 AM

Both bracelets are great and look good. Oyster is thicker, more robust (although I doubt my nautilus bracelet will ever fail) and has easy link. It's not as well finished - my Daytona bracelet still squeaks after 3 months.

Nautilus is thinner, more refined and elegant. The clasp has no adjustment, but if it did it wouldn't be as thin, so not an issue for me.

I think both are perfect for what they are designed for.

27 May 2016, 04:48 AM	#16
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27 May 2016, 07:27 AM	#19
RUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ruk Location: .ie Watch: 5711,Sub,Daytona,P Posts: 1,232	5711> Sub for me. I do miss the glide-lock at times (rare warm days) but the 5711 looks the part and almost weightless on the wrist. I wonder what it would be like to have a light weight watch head like the 5711 on a robust bracelet like the sub :) __________________ 'The best watch out there is the one you like the most'

28 May 2016, 03:03 AM	#21
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	While the easy link is nice, my Patek bracelet feels better __________________ Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Glashutte Senator Exellence, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent

28 May 2016, 03:34 AM	#22
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,054	Both are fantastic. The nautilus bracelet does cause me some concern that if I didn't give it at least a little thought, I would bend/crush it ... That is not a concern with a oyster bracelet. __________________

26 May 2016, 04:26 AM	#1
HorologyK "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,358	Patek Nautilus vs. Rolex Oyster SS Bracelets Chaps, as an owner of both brands and bracelets with the onset of warmer weather, I'm curious what your thoughts are on both. Do you favor one over the other ? If so, why ? Does the finishing on a Patek bracelet outweigh the Oyster for you ? Thanks for the candid responses !

26 May 2016, 04:47 AM	#2
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,159	wow how to answer - 5711 is so comfy AND elegant. Id say rolex is robust and comfy (but slightly less - weighs more etc). If im raking bracelets its goes: VC OS PP AP Rolex this is the cream though so #4 ain't bad and of course its #1 on worry free use.

26 May 2016, 05:14 AM	#3
el1125 Banned Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: USA Posts: 3,578	yes the finishing of the PP bracelets are second to none.

26 May 2016, 06:21 AM	#4
YoureTerrific "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: USA Posts: 128	The latest Oysters with the Easylink extension are the most comfortable to me, especially in the summer when I'm in air conditioning and then outdoor heat. I love the Nautilus bracelet, it's light and flexible, but it's not adjustable for a wrist that swells and shrinks throughout the day.

26 May 2016, 08:33 AM	#6
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	You can't compare finishing on any part of a Nautilus with a Rolex, and for comfort the difference is huge, after getting my 5712 the comfort on my Rolex was so bad in comparison that I couldn't stand wearing them and sold the 3...

26 May 2016, 10:52 AM	#9
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,299	The AP RO RG has probably the nicest bracelet I've ever handled but maybe too nice to actually wear . I love my RG Nautilus bracelet, it is very smooth and silkily drapes my wrist like no other, while the YG Subs Oyster is also a fine solid bracelet plus it has the glidelock.

26 May 2016, 11:46 AM	#10
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,978	As has been said, the 5711 bracelet is beautiful, elegant, and silky smooth. When fitted perfectly, it's nearly impossible to beat. However, when the temp fluctuates and the wrist swells and shrinks, a Rolex oyster with glide lock is probably the better option

26 May 2016, 01:05 PM	#11
rollyp "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Wherever I am Watch: where your hand is Posts: 236	The Patek Nautilus bracelet is very thin with a clasp that's almost seamless. The Rolex bracelet is much chunkier with a very bulky clasp. Both are comfortable but the Rolex adds a ton of visual mass to the wrist.

27 May 2016, 05:05 AM	#17
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,979	I much prefer the oyster to all other bracelets. I think the RO has the best finishing and the nautilus bracelet is most comfortable in steady climate. That said, it leaves a lot to be desired in terms of the clasp. YMMV An ROO bracelet with a glidelock of sorts would be killer.

28 May 2016, 03:56 AM	#23
RussW "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: England Watch: 5990 Posts: 3,341	Both bracelets are great and look good. Oyster is thicker, more robust (although I doubt my nautilus bracelet will ever fail) and has easy link. It's not as well finished - my Daytona bracelet still squeaks after 3 months. Nautilus is thinner, more refined and elegant. The clasp has no adjustment, but if it did it wouldn't be as thin, so not an issue for me. I think both are perfect for what they are designed for.

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