Bracelet extension where none fitted.

[Rolexken]

May be useful for some owners…

https://youtu.be/2RF1BgMQkTg?si=6hyaqNnaxgRJPpGq

https://steel-reef.com/

[AnthonyMX]

Very cool!

[CaptT]

Originally Posted by Rolexken

May be useful for some owners…

https://youtu.be/2RF1BgMQkTg?si=6hyaqNnaxgRJPpGq

https://steel-reef.com/

At the recommendation of a friend I recently picked up Steel Reef’s on-the-fly extension link for a BB GMT, and am very happy with it. To have this “easylink” functionality on a modern sports watch seems like table-stakes these days.

To me, the lack of this adjustability has been an obvious omission to many Tudor sports watches except the Pelagos line (though now rectified with the T-link). If you’re wishing your Black Bay bracelets had more adjustability to expand and contract, check out the Steel Reef offerings. They’re not cheap, but appear to be well made and improve the wearing experience significantly.

*And no, I’m not affiliated with the company, just a customer

[Harry-57]

A very useful contribution. Thank you, much appreciated.

[Dan Pierce]

I've read some complaints that the on-the-fly adjustment is rather large [5mm?] and some found that problematic. Anyone w/ Steel-Reef experience notice that?
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[watchwatcher]

Yeah...I put one of those on my Harrods and have to say, it works as advertised. Used it in conjunction with the US half link for not only a perfect fit, but adjustable in hot, sweaty conditions.

To be honest, though, the half link does such a good job I don't use the extension link all that much.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I've read some complaints that the on-the-fly adjustment is rather large [5mm?] and some found that problematic. Anyone w/ Steel-Reef experience notice that?
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It works the same as the Rolex easy link.

[macrowatch]

Don't forget you also have the big mac option (fatten up the wrist a bit) or the steam room option to lose some water weight and fit as well.

All can turn from short term solutions to lifestyle long term solutions to make your wrist fit your watch instead of the other way around.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

It works the same as the Rolex easy link.

I know how it works, just wondering if the length is appropriate for weather related adjustment.
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[dnd2984]

This is amazing! Great find OP!

[EEpro]

I use steel reef half links and easy links. Good stuff

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I know how it works, just wondering if the length is appropriate for weather related adjustment.
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It's pretty much a dupe of the genuine. Same adjustments. I have one on a BB58.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by EEpro

It's pretty much a dupe of the genuine. Same adjustments. I have one on a BB58.

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[CaptT]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Yeah...I put one of those on my Harrods and have to say, it works as advertised. Used it in conjunction with the US half link for not only a perfect fit, but adjustable in hot, sweaty conditions.

To be honest, though, the half link does such a good job I don't use the extension link all that much.

Yeah, the guy who recommended it to me used both the on the fly easylink, as well as a half link, to get the right fit for his wrist. For me, I only needed the on the fly adjustment, and no additional half link.

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I've read some complaints that the on-the-fly adjustment is rather large [5mm?] and some found that problematic. Anyone w/ Steel-Reef experience notice that?
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What I found, Dan, is that the link in the non-extended setting is approx 1 MM (maybe 2?) larger than the link it replaced, so the bracelet got ever so slightly larger just by adding the Steel Reef easylink even when not extended. This is from feel and eyeballing it, I didn't actually measure it. And then when extended, it may in fact add about 5mm total (also haven't measured it, just going by sight/feel).

In either case, I found that adjusting the bracelet setting on the clasp to a different spring bar hole helped get the right fit. Again, very happy to have this adjustability on the bracelet for times when the wrist swells.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I know how it works, just wondering if the length is appropriate for weather related adjustment.
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To clarify my answer: the length is the same as a Rolex easy link when engaged. Or at least seems to be when I've used it.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by CaptT

What I found, Dan, is that the link in the non-extended setting is approx 1 MM (maybe 2?) larger than the link it replaced, so the bracelet got ever so slightly larger just by adding the Steel Reef easylink even when not extended. This is from feel and eyeballing it, I didn't actually measure it. And then when extended, it may in fact add about 5mm total (also haven't measured it, just going by sight/feel).

In either case, I found that adjusting the bracelet setting on the clasp to a different spring bar hole helped get the right fit. Again, very happy to have this adjustability on the bracelet for times when the wrist swells.

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

To clarify my answer: the length is the same as a Rolex easy link when engaged. Or at least seems to be when I've used it.

Thanks, gents!! Good info to know.

I never felt the need for an on-the-fly adjustment. Never use the one on my Pelagos. My Tudors tend to fit just right and while there's a difference depending on the temps it's never really bothered me. Nice to know there are options for those who need it.
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