Modern can still wear out...

[padi56]

Originally Posted by masterserg

When you say cleaning, do you mean periodic ultrasonic or plain old soap and water? Thanks!

Below a picture of my late 1999 own working tool watch SD,it was used and many times abused for many years with well over 600 hours underwater as a real working tool,picture after last service many years ago.And has never has any ultrasonic cleaning by myself, only just good old soap and water and normal routine service.This working tool has seen more use that today's mainly pampered watches will see in ten lifetimes.Keep it clean wear snug fit on wrist then no matter whether old or new type will last a life time.

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by masterserg

When you say cleaning, do you mean periodic ultrasonic or plain old soap and water? Thanks!

Just keeping it clean with soap and water in the first place.

Some bracelets have so much dark gunk in between links, all skin grease. It is fking revolting.

[SeaAndSky]

Originally Posted by Lgear080

Really bad... pretty sure MY can still fix it tho.

On a newer reference I think it makes more sense to just buy a new bracelet.

Bas, I have a question. Point out where you're seeing over polish. I'm just curious where that is on the watch.

[SeaAndSky]

Originally Posted by padi56

Below a picture of my late 1999 own working tool watch SD,it was used and many times abused for many years with well over 600 hours underwater as a real working tool,picture after last service many years ago.And has never has any ultrasonic cleaning by myself, only just good old soap and water and normal routine service.This working tool has seen more use that today's mainly pampered watches will see in ten lifetimes.Keep it clean wear snug fit on wrist then no matter whether old or new type will last a life time.

A fine looking timepiece, PADI!

[Dr. Robert]

I wear watches loose.......but.... I wash them with soap & water often. Minimal stretch.
Cleanliness is next To Godliness.
PS we all stretch as we age!

[superstarmar]

Wowzers 😵😵😵

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by SeaAndSky

It's pretty simple science. Even Trump and his crew can't spin it and claim it isn't so. If you allow metal to rub it's going to wear. That's a fact. Wear it tight and it will last. Wear it like a bangle and be prepared to buy a new bracelet from time to time.

Wear it tight AND above the wrist bone on the wrist. Those who wear it way down against their hand are placing twisting forces on the bracelet as they move their hand in various positions. Been wearing my YG Sub daily for two years now with no noticeable bracelet wear compared when it was new. And the links and pins are all 18K

[Solo118]

This is why we should all have modern Day Dates.... they have ceramic bits within the bracelet to prevent any stretch

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I wear watches loose.......but.... I wash them with soap & water often. Minimal stretch.
Cleanliness is next To Godliness.
PS we all stretch as we age!

Keeping it clean is key

I think it is the combination of a dirty watch and wearing it loose that makes it wear much faster.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Solo118

This is why we should all have modern Day Dates.... they have ceramic bits within the bracelet to prevent any stretch

The ceramic bits are there simply because gold is a much softer metal than SS, and its bracelet wear and not stretch, the only way to stretch any metal is to heat it to a high temperature.

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Solo118

This is why we should all have modern Day Dates.... they have ceramic bits within the bracelet to prevent any stretch

Rolex has stated even president bracelets with ceramic sleeves will still wear if not properly taken care of. They most likely went with these sleeves as this bracelet was notorious for excessive wear. Gold oyster links are "beefier" and maybe why there are no sleeves in them.

[antbkny]

A dip in the ocean, followed by a fresh water rinse is the best way to keep a Rolex clean

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by watchmaker

Part of me really likes seeing modern watches look like this. Reminds me that there are some people that just wanted a watch they can wear all day, every day, wherever they are.

I can appreciate a few scratches but this was a little too hardcore for my liking

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by SearChart

I can appreciate a few scratches but this was a little too hardcore for my liking

Womder Bas how much does Rolex charges for the new bracelet? Does the owner gets to keep the old one or is exchange only?


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[sillo]

Been saying it for a while and plenty didn't want to believe. If you look at the area that is subject to wear on both the solid link and hollow link the amount of material is almost identical.

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by SearChart

I can appreciate a few scratches but this was a little too hardcore for my liking

Wonder Bas how much does Rolex charges for the new bracelet? Does the owner gets to keep the old one or is exchange only?


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[easterbunny]

Originally Posted by Lol-x

Some serious pressure must have been applied to that bracelet, how was it being worn to do that, maybe way loose and stressed when bending the wrist?

sometimes I think about the opposite. when it is a bit looser I can push it up my wrist when I know i'm going to bend the wrist (and avoid pressure). If it is too tight it sits closer to the wrist all the time and gets more pressure when I bend the wrist.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by watchmaker

that there are some people that just wanted a watch they can wear all day, every day, wherever they are.

I agree. But this is a are occurrence it seems.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by padi56

Below a picture of my late 1999 own working tool watch SD,it was used and many times abused for many years with well over 600 hours underwater as a real working tool,picture after last service many years ago.And has never has any ultrasonic cleaning by myself, only just good old soap and water and normal routine service.This working tool has seen more use that today's mainly pampered watches will see in ten lifetimes.Keep it clean wear snug fit on wrist then no matter whether old or new type will last a life time.

It looks good. Unfortunately i do not think that could be the case with all watches used while working and being cleaned with just soap and water. You mileage my vary.

[BobDyl]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Even a modern bracelet can be thrashed in a few years time if you don't take good care of it. Solid links or not, doesn't matter.

The horror! Actually just glad to see a watch that has been worn, even if maybe a bit hard. Service, new bracelet, good as new. Wait, I gotta run get the toothbrush, I think my GMT might have some sweat on it from typing.

[RJRJRJ]

Originally Posted by Coolex

This is the result of one go on the Jooltool

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Wonder Bas how much does Rolex charges for the new bracelet? Does the owner gets to keep the old one or is exchange only?


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I don't know the price, have to check tomorrow.

Bracelets are just like all the other parts not returned to the customer. But Rolex has lost a few lawsuits where they eventually had to return old parts. If you really want the old bracelet back, you can have it back. But the price of the new one will be a bit higher.

[bellesdad0417]

I don't see the problem, you love it and wore it looks fine to me

[Floorguy]

Originally Posted by bellesdad0417

I don't see the problem, you love it and wore it looks fine to me

X2!! Lets remember, it’s a watch, and meant to be worn as such! I’m not saying it should be abused, I’m just saying sometimes people pamper them waaaaay to much!

[dardeca]

Originally Posted by padi56

And many on forum think the so called solid link bracelet is always better than the older type.When in the real world if worn on the wrist correctly, looked after with regular washing cleaning, both will last a lifetime and beyond.

Serious question: how do you determine that it is worn on the wrist correctly? No movement/slide along the wrist?

[Floorguy]

I say, if it’s comfortable, it’s right!!

[SLWoodster]

I too have a GMT. The polished links will look much more worn than the brushed and esp jubilee where it has many more contours. Get a service, leather, a rubber strap. That's all you can really do. I love that you are wearing it daily.

[Phrank]

That's good to know and makes sense.

Goes to show how important it is to look after your watch and keep it clean, thanks for sharing.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by bellesdad0417

I don't see the problem, you love it and wore it looks fine to me

Who are you replying to? This watch came in for service and Bas is posting a picture of the bracelet.

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Wonder Bas how much does Rolex charges for the new bracelet? Does the owner gets to keep the old one or is exchange only?


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