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Bdiesel570 · 30 June 2019, 01:35 AM

So I have never owned a 5 digit sub or any 5 digit for that matter. I have owned a few super case subs and GMTs.

I just picked up a yachtmaster and I love the case size. My question is about the bracelet and older stamped clasp. The new bracelet and clasps are amazing and my only concern is the "cheap" feel of the bracelet I always read about. Never owned one so I cant reference from experience.

How does everyone feel about the hollow center link bracelets?

Here is a pic of my new YM :)

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Likestheshiny · 30 June 2019, 01:47 AM

The old bracelets are fine. Some people even prefer them. But it's true that they weren't the strongest part of the watch, and certainly deserved the update when it finally happened. You'll almost certainly notice the difference over time, but I doubt you'll care much.

DoctorA · 30 June 2019, 01:56 AM

Beautiful watch!

mineral · 30 June 2019, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Bdiesel570

So I have never owned a 5 digit sub or any 5 digit for that matter. I have owned a few super case subs and GMTs.

I just picked up a yachtmaster and I love the case size. My question is about the bracelet and older stamped clasp. The new bracelet and clasps are amazing and my only concern is the "cheap" feel of the bracelet I always read about. Never owned one so I cant reference from experience.

How does everyone feel about the hollow center link bracelets?

Here is a pic of my new YM :)

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YM bracelet is not hollow link but solid instead.

The blue YM looks perfect on you by the way. Congrats

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Bdiesel570 · 30 June 2019, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by mineral

YM bracelet is not hollow link but solid instead.

The blue YM looks perfect on you by the way. Congrats

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Right I was just meaning potentially picking up a 5 digit in the future. I was referencing the older bracelets.

Thank you!

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Tom5518 · 30 June 2019, 02:04 AM

I have a couple of the 5-digits and while the bracelet isn't as substantial as the newer ones, they wear very nicely. Once on the wrist it doesn't really seem different from the modern ones. Make no mistake, there is something just as special about a 5-digit that you love as a brand new one.

The Libertine · 30 June 2019, 02:40 AM

Bracelets on 5-digit watches were used by Rolex for decades; in fact, they are comfortable, durable and relatively inexpensive to repair.

harvey · 30 June 2019, 02:47 AM

They have worked well for years...

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Bdiesel570 · 30 June 2019, 02:47 AM

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They have worked well for years...

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The LV! I am interested in one of those or a 2 liner 14060m

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ratlover · 30 June 2019, 02:57 AM

Once on your wrist they are super comfortable. The differences of the 5 digit being “inferior “are more noticeable when you are looking at pictures or handling the watch, on your wrist where the watch should be its hard to tell. The hollow sel dont feel cheap. The updated clasp and its adjustment is really nice though but its not like the 5 digit is garbage.

haven_seeker · 30 June 2019, 03:26 AM

I like the ol’ tuna can clasp

The Libertine · 30 June 2019, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by haven_seeker

I like the ol’ tuna can clasp

Yep. Love the Rolex logo stamped right into the steel.

sensui · 30 June 2019, 03:40 AM

Imo if these "cheap" bracelets were really an issue... You wouldn't see 50+ year watches that are beat to hell with the bracelet still functional. They don't have a thick clasp and weigh less than the modern bracelets but I think it's built to withstand more than what 99% of us put our watches through.

Dan Pierce · 30 June 2019, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Tom5518

I have a couple of the 5-digits and while the bracelet isn't as substantial as the newer ones, they wear very nicely. Once on the wrist it doesn't really seem different from the modern ones. Make no mistake, there is something just as special about a 5-digit that you love as a brand new one.

^Well said, Tom.

dP

red1108nyc · 30 June 2019, 03:45 AM

Best way to find out is to try.

I like and enjoy the old school bracelet "feel".

FTX I · 30 June 2019, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by doctora

beautiful watch!

+1

30 June 2019, 01:35 AM	#1
Bdiesel570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Bruce Location: Delray Beach, FL Watch: Rolex Posts: 232	5 digits So I have never owned a 5 digit sub or any 5 digit for that matter. I have owned a few super case subs and GMTs. I just picked up a yachtmaster and I love the case size. My question is about the bracelet and older stamped clasp. The new bracelet and clasps are amazing and my only concern is the "cheap" feel of the bracelet I always read about. Never owned one so I cant reference from experience. How does everyone feel about the hollow center link bracelets? Here is a pic of my new YM :) Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk __________________ 126610LV (Praying for Celebration dial OP) "The will to live, will always outweigh the ability to die."

30 June 2019, 01:56 AM	#3
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,523	Beautiful watch! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

30 June 2019, 02:47 AM	#8
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,398	They have worked well for years... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ And ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.

30 June 2019, 01:47 AM	#2
Likestheshiny "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: _ Posts: 1,877	The old bracelets are fine. Some people even prefer them. But it's true that they weren't the strongest part of the watch, and certainly deserved the update when it finally happened. You'll almost certainly notice the difference over time, but I doubt you'll care much.

30 June 2019, 02:04 AM	#6
Tom5518 Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Michigan Watch: Air King Posts: 1,111	I have a couple of the 5-digits and while the bracelet isn't as substantial as the newer ones, they wear very nicely. Once on the wrist it doesn't really seem different from the modern ones. Make no mistake, there is something just as special about a 5-digit that you love as a brand new one.

30 June 2019, 02:40 AM	#7
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Bracelets on 5-digit watches were used by Rolex for decades; in fact, they are comfortable, durable and relatively inexpensive to repair.

30 June 2019, 02:57 AM	#10
ratlover "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Illinois Watch: 14060M Posts: 92	Once on your wrist they are super comfortable. The differences of the 5 digit being “inferior “are more noticeable when you are looking at pictures or handling the watch, on your wrist where the watch should be its hard to tell. The hollow sel dont feel cheap. The updated clasp and its adjustment is really nice though but its not like the 5 digit is garbage.

30 June 2019, 03:26 AM	#11
haven_seeker "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Northern Ontario Watch: 19018N OQ Posts: 848	I like the ol’ tuna can clasp

30 June 2019, 03:40 AM	#13
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,386	Imo if these "cheap" bracelets were really an issue... You wouldn't see 50+ year watches that are beat to hell with the bracelet still functional. They don't have a thick clasp and weigh less than the modern bracelets but I think it's built to withstand more than what 99% of us put our watches through.

30 June 2019, 03:45 AM	#15
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,507	Best way to find out is to try. I like and enjoy the old school bracelet "feel".

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