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jtvision · 2 February 2009, 06:06 PM

Why do they not make the bracelet for the Sub solid as they do for DJs?
Not only would it be more balanced, it would also feel more solid and quiet.

jimbo1mcm · 2 February 2009, 08:17 PM

Basel 2009. They will probably change it to the newer bracelet.

Psmith · 2 February 2009, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtvision

Why do they not make the bracelet for the Sub solid as they do for DJs?
Not only would it be more balanced, it would also feel more solid and quiet.

For some reason I don't understand, I quite like the "Rolex Rattle"

Maybe it scares off barracudas who are attracted by the glint from the polished case sides ?

But seriously, jimbo1mcm is correct... the new YG/WG Sub already has a solid link bracelet with the GlideLock clasp, and the expectation is that a TT model will show at Basel this year, with SS following next year

Cheers

jtvision · 3 February 2009, 09:20 AM

I haven't had a Milgauss on for over a year- Does it have the solid bracelet links?

mike · 3 February 2009, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtvision

I haven't had a Milgauss on for over a year- Does it have the solid bracelet links?

Yes.

RolexPete32 · 3 February 2009, 10:23 AM

So the real question asked here is why???

1. Some say to save money. (this idea makes me sick as we paid thousands!!!)

2. Other say the real reason is to make the watch lighter so it is not too heavy? and now in the bling era heavy means more.

Thoughts anyone on the REASON?

mike · 3 February 2009, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Blendhpi

So the real question asked here is why???

1. Some say to save money. (this idea makes me sick as we paid thousands!!!)

2. Other say the real reason is to make the watch lighter so it is not too heavy? and now in the bling era heavy means more.

Thoughts anyone on the REASON?

OK,..I'll give you the reason put forth by some collectors who have studied bracelets.

Originally when Rolex developed the "tool watch" concept--that is specific models for specific examples, it was felt a bracelet made of hollow links provided a means where by dirt, foreign matter, contaminants, etc... could escape decreasing wear on the bracelet.

Dirt, etc... grinding against the links promotes wear.

As Rolex moved more and more away from the tool watch and more to the luxury side, solid linked bracelets came more in vogue.

As stated Rolex seems set to complete the trend in the near future with the Sub.

It will be interesting to see what the fate of the 14060M may be. The last of what we might call the "true" tool watch.

RolexPete32 · 3 February 2009, 11:09 AM

Thank you Mike. Everyone this is the answer to the long asked question. It would seem true would it not? What was the sub made for? Mikes answer seems the best to me!

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

OK,..I'll give you the reason put forth by some collectors who have studied bracelets.

Originally when Rolex developed the "tool watch" concept--that is specific models for specific examples, it was felt a bracelet made of hollow links provided a means where by dirt, foreign matter, contaminants, etc... could escape decreasing wear on the bracelet.

Dirt, etc... grinding against the links promotes wear.

As Rolex moved more and more away from the tool watch and more to the luxury side, solid linked bracelets came more in vogue.

As stated Rolex seems set to complete the trend in the near future with the Sub.

It will be interesting to see what the fate of the 14060M may be. The last of what we might call the "true" tool watch.

touchdowntodd · 3 February 2009, 10:27 AM

so you buy a GMT or SD

BZA · 3 February 2009, 09:22 PM

Thnaks for the intel mike!

akhamdani · 3 February 2009, 11:22 PM

I think its heavy enough.

2 February 2009, 06:06 PM	#1
jtvision Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Vancouver Watch: Seiko to Rolex Posts: 225	Why so light? Why do they not make the bracelet for the Sub solid as they do for DJs? Not only would it be more balanced, it would also feel more solid and quiet.

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jimbo1mcm Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: connecticut, usa Watch: New GMT2C Posts: 320	Wait Basel 2009. They will probably change it to the newer bracelet.

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3 February 2009, 09:20 AM	#4
jtvision Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Vancouver Watch: Seiko to Rolex Posts: 225	I haven't had a Milgauss on for over a year- Does it have the solid bracelet links?

3 February 2009, 10:23 AM	#6
RolexPete32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Peter Location: Canada Watch: You know... Rolex Posts: 1,520	So the real question asked here is why??? 1. Some say to save money. (this idea makes me sick as we paid thousands!!!) 2. Other say the real reason is to make the watch lighter so it is not too heavy? and now in the bling era heavy means more. Thoughts anyone on the REASON?

3 February 2009, 11:22 PM	#11
akhamdani Banned Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Home! Posts: 500	I think its heavy enough.

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