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Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 01:58 AM

I know there are 1,000,000 of them, but now there’s 1,000,001. I just couldn’t get used to the polished center links of the OEM like I thought I would so I found a Sub Glidelock bracelet and snatched it up (wanted to keep my SubC bracelet on my SubC solely). I like this look exponentially more.

Number3 · 20 January 2018, 02:23 AM

Yes, much prefer this look on a sports model and you have the Glidelock to boot. Good job.

freesole · 20 January 2018, 02:24 AM

This is probably how I would have wanted the BLNR configured by default. Great combination. How much was the bracelet alone?

AEC · 20 January 2018, 02:25 AM

Looks good!

Chadridv · 20 January 2018, 02:29 AM

Looking good! The best Rolex bracelet ever!

SeaDweller50 · 20 January 2018, 02:32 AM

You can get PCL’s brushed out very cheaply by most professional watchmakers.

yannis · 20 January 2018, 02:32 AM

More photos please!! :)

Wrist Watcher · 20 January 2018, 02:33 AM

I believe that I prefer the brushed look as well, and you also get the benefit of the glidelock system.

TimeRookie · 20 January 2018, 02:33 AM

I’ve been wearing my BLNR as my daily for over two years and the PCL’s are scratched badly. I picked up a Planet Ocean this week which has a brushed bracelet. This really is how the GMT should have come.

dr35mm · 20 January 2018, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Mrcoach32

I know there are 1,000,000 of them, but now there’s 1,000,001. I just couldn’t get used to the polished center links of the OEM like I thought I would so I found a Sub Glidelock bracelet and snatched it up (wanted to keep my SubC bracelet on my SubC solely). I like this look exponentially more.

That piece should be shipped with that bracelet, well maybe not with the glidelock since it serves a specific purpose, but at least BCLs and easy link. The look is amazing and stays true to past GMTs.

Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Ra_88

You can get PCL’s brushed out very cheaply by most professional watchmakers.

Yeah, I struggled with the three options: have my PCL’s polished, throw my SubC bracelet on my BLNR, or purchase a Sub 97200 bracelet. I’ll still wear my PCL on occasion and I don’t want to get it polished when I want to. I wear my SubC often and I don’t want to have to switch it out a few times per week. May be easy for some, but not for me. I can still hit a golf ball 300+, throw a baseball within a foot of my target from 100’ away, and hit a 8/10 free throws at 46 years old, but fine motor skills are not my strength so I just ponied up and bought the bracelet.

Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by freesole

This is probably how I would have wanted the BLNR configured by default. Great combination. How much was the bracelet alone?

Purchased for $1950 from a private seller. Not a lot of negotiation leverage as they’re tough to come by, Rolex won’t sell them individually, and they usually sell the day they’re posted.

wndnmyfac · 20 January 2018, 03:39 AM

How much do these 97200 bracelets run?

Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ClemsonTC

I believe that I prefer the brushed look as well, and you also get the benefit of the glidelock system.

Yeah, the Glidelock is really tough to beat.

Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by wndnmyfac

How much do these 97200 bracelets run?

See earlier post. Have a stellar day!

Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeRookie

I’ve been wearing my BLNR as my daily for over two years and the PCL’s are scratched badly. I picked up a Planet Ocean this week which has a brushed bracelet. This really is how the GMT should have come.

Man, I agree. It pains me to see that bracelet so beat up and I know that’s exactly how mine would have ended up in 6 months. I don’t get why they put the 97200 on it or give the option of either. IMO, besides the whole scratching issue, the PCL’s don’t dress it up enough to wear it in a situation that the brushed isn’t able to be worn in, but they do dress it up enough that it may appear to be too dressy for super casual (jeans or shorts and a tee).

F308gt4 · 20 January 2018, 04:15 AM

Yep, definitely the way to go, and that's what I have on mine.

Having the Glidelock is a real advantage as well. I do adjust mine relatively frequently (been having tendonitis issues lately), and its nice to have the ability to do so.

The original PCL bracelet sits in my safe- the stickers haven't even been removed from it.

nikesupremedunk · 20 January 2018, 04:25 AM

I love the brushed bracelet on my sub and I’ve tried it on the blnr and it does look pretty good. However, I feel like pcl makes the blnr more special. I’ve grown to love pcl’s.

SubmarinerSA · 20 January 2018, 04:29 AM

I like it.

Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by nikesupremedunk

I love the brushed bracelet on my sub and I’ve tried it on the blnr and it does look pretty good. However, I feel like pcl makes the blnr more special. I’ve grown to love pcl’s.

Which is exactly why I bought the 97200. I get the best of both worlds depending on my mood, and I don’t have to switch out my SubC bracelet. Cheers!

amh · 20 January 2018, 04:38 AM

BLNR looks even better on Jubilee IMO

henrylee · 20 January 2018, 04:52 AM

I should switch my bracelets

Mb8780 · 20 January 2018, 04:57 AM

Looks fantastic!!!!

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Ballzzz · 20 January 2018, 05:00 AM

Loved the brush look, very nice!

Mrcoach32 · 20 January 2018, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by amh

BLNR looks even better on Jubilee IMO

Looks great! Jubilees aren’t my thing personally, but I understand why people like them.

F308gt4 · 20 January 2018, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by nikesupremedunk

I love the brushed bracelet on my sub and I’ve tried it on the blnr and it does look pretty good. However, I feel like pcl makes the blnr more special. I’ve grown to love pcl’s.

If I were to like PCL's (I don't), I would just get the 97200 bracelet polished. Having the Glidelock makes a big improvement in the watch.

sgmgolf · 20 January 2018, 05:46 AM

Agreed......I think the BLNR on a 97200 Oyster Glidelock bracelet is the ultimate modern Rolex. Would be my choice!

WS9D · 20 January 2018, 08:27 AM

looks great!

although I'm in the camp of really liking the PCLs on the new GMTiiCs. I think the PCLs help balance how busy the bezel is. I think the GMT is the only one in the sports line that can pull it off.

Sometimes I wonder how hard guys are wearing their PCL watches. Had mine over 3 years now, and granted, its part of a rotation, I let my girl wear it too (she's not soft on it) and the PCLs still look pretty darn good with minor touchups with cape cod (taping off the brushed).

rossi46 · 20 January 2018, 08:37 AM

Looks great!

I'm sending my Daytona off to get the PCLs brushed soon.

superdog · 20 January 2018, 08:39 AM

Is this an easy swap of the bracelet? Everything lines up perfect?

No problems?

20 January 2018, 02:29 AM	#5
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20 January 2018, 02:32 AM	#7
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20 January 2018, 02:33 AM	#8
Wrist Watcher 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 1,440	I believe that I prefer the brushed look as well, and you also get the benefit of the glidelock system. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV (Hulk) Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLRO (Pepsi) Rolex Daytona 116500LN (White)

20 January 2018, 04:25 AM	#18
nikesupremedunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Andrew Location: NYC Posts: 1,227	I love the brushed bracelet on my sub and I’ve tried it on the blnr and it does look pretty good. However, I feel like pcl makes the blnr more special. I’ve grown to love pcl’s. __________________ \| 116234 DJ36 \| 116610LN SubC \| 116520 Daytona \| BlackBay 58 Blue \|

20 January 2018, 04:29 AM	#19
SubmarinerSA "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Andrew Location: South Africa Watch: Sub C date Posts: 160	I like it. __________________ "Time is too important to measure with an inferior watch"

20 January 2018, 02:23 AM	#2
Number3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London Watch: 114060LB Posts: 3,792	Yes, much prefer this look on a sports model and you have the Glidelock to boot. Good job.

20 January 2018, 02:24 AM	#3
freesole "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 175	This is probably how I would have wanted the BLNR configured by default. Great combination. How much was the bracelet alone?

20 January 2018, 02:25 AM	#4
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,239	Looks good!

20 January 2018, 02:32 AM	#6
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	You can get PCL’s brushed out very cheaply by most professional watchmakers.

20 January 2018, 03:39 AM	#13
wndnmyfac "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: virginia Posts: 13	How much do these 97200 bracelets run?

20 January 2018, 04:15 AM	#17
F308gt4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Watch: BLNR Modificata Posts: 127	Yep, definitely the way to go, and that's what I have on mine. Having the Glidelock is a real advantage as well. I do adjust mine relatively frequently (been having tendonitis issues lately), and its nice to have the ability to do so. The original PCL bracelet sits in my safe- the stickers haven't even been removed from it.

20 January 2018, 04:38 AM	#21
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,081	BLNR looks even better on Jubilee IMO

20 January 2018, 04:52 AM	#22
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,214	I should switch my bracelets __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

20 January 2018, 04:57 AM	#23
Mb8780 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Mike Location: Nebraska Watch: 214270 / 114060 Posts: 592	Looks fantastic!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 January 2018, 05:00 AM	#24
Ballzzz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NY Posts: 2,474	Loved the brush look, very nice! __________________ Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction. - Albert Einstein

20 January 2018, 05:46 AM	#27
sgmgolf "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: MA Watch: 16600,16710,Tudor Posts: 1,372	Agreed......I think the BLNR on a 97200 Oyster Glidelock bracelet is the ultimate modern Rolex. Would be my choice!

20 January 2018, 08:27 AM	#28
WS9D "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Steve Location: Shasta Watch: es..More Watches! Posts: 2,364	looks great! although I'm in the camp of really liking the PCLs on the new GMTiiCs. I think the PCLs help balance how busy the bezel is. I think the GMT is the only one in the sports line that can pull it off. Sometimes I wonder how hard guys are wearing their PCL watches. Had mine over 3 years now, and granted, its part of a rotation, I let my girl wear it too (she's not soft on it) and the PCLs still look pretty darn good with minor touchups with cape cod (taping off the brushed).

20 January 2018, 08:37 AM	#29
rossi46 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: CT, by a lake Watch: shopping Posts: 1,463	Looks great! I'm sending my Daytona off to get the PCLs brushed soon. __________________ A watch is about the entire package, not just its appearance. Any large watch company not making its own movement is not making a watch at all; they’re just playing dress-up. --The Watch Snob

20 January 2018, 08:39 AM	#30
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