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15 June 2024, 12:34 PM | #1 |
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Considering adding 5164a again...new or old clasp?
Hey all, back from the dead as I'm considering adding a 5164a to the collection for a third time (yes I know.. I know)
I've had one with the original "P" design clasp that came out with the watch, and one from 2022 with the updated thicker clasp with the spades that looked really nice and felt more robust However, the newer clasp was a lot more uncomfortable to my wrist when the straps were sized because there's a small bulge internally on the clasp to hold the locking mechanism that kept pressing directly against my wrist tendons, while the older style clasp was completely flat and smooth internally Very subjective and first world problem for sure, but was hoping to poll on here if anyone is religious about the clasps either way or has any input or experience to chime in Appreciate it! |
15 June 2024, 11:06 PM | #2 |
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I got the new clasp and installed it. Found it uncomfortable as the OP said. Put my old one back on and sold the new one. Probably depends on wrist shape and sensitivity.
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16 June 2024, 12:55 AM | #3 |
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For me, no question - the new one is significantly better
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16 June 2024, 01:01 AM | #4 |
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Old clasp.
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16 June 2024, 03:49 AM | #5 |
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If cut the strap right.... I prefer the new deployant clasp...
YMMV... Cheers,
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16 June 2024, 12:52 PM | #6 |
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OP, if your comfort matters, then the old clasp.
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26 June 2024, 01:14 AM | #7 |
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Old clasp all the way.
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26 June 2024, 01:15 AM | #8 |
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I've had both. New clasp is better in every way to me. I don't feel any discomfort
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26 June 2024, 02:15 AM | #9 |
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Old clasp for sure! Love that look.
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28 June 2024, 07:35 AM | #10 |
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This feels akin to the Daytona "11 versus 12 debate" that makes me chuckle as its my Rolex grail (my vote is 11 in white and 12 in black).
I yearn for the day I'm in a position to acquire my PP grail (5164) and be troubled with which clasp I like more! |
3 July 2024, 01:58 PM | #11 |
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I have the older clasp and never tried the new one, but I do not see anything wrong with the old clasp, works just fine for me!
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I prefer the new clasp
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