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10 May 2012, 10:23 PM
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Do new jubilee bands stretch?
Do the current Jubilee bands on modern Rolex Models stretch over time like the Vintage ones? I believe the the steel has changed from 316L to 904L but I am no expert when it comes to metals. Also, I think the links in the past were hollow compared to solid now. Does this make any difference in preventing or lessening "stretch" ?
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10 May 2012, 10:32 PM
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10 May 2012, 10:33 PM
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solid so less gunk to get in between the links to cause the stretch
wear it tight and clean every few months and it'll last 50 years after you and i are six feet under
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10 May 2012, 10:35 PM
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Whether the new version will fair better than the older over time, they haven't been around long enough to know for sure. However in the meantime I plan on and have been keeping my Super Jubilee bracelet clean and cleaning it on a regular basis.
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10 May 2012, 10:42 PM
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Agree with all the above, [relatively] snug fit and regular cleaning regimen will insure a lifetime of use.
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10 May 2012, 11:59 PM
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11 May 2012, 12:00 AM
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11 May 2012, 03:39 AM
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11 May 2012, 03:45 AM
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I wear my bracelets loose, but I do keep them clean.
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11 May 2012, 03:51 AM
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Simple answer Mike... Yes, the new jubilee bracelets will stretch... Here is a pic of my D serial 116231
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11 May 2012, 04:02 AM
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Yes they will stretch from dirt and wearing them too loose.
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11 May 2012, 04:31 AM
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11 May 2012, 04:46 AM
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11 May 2012, 08:46 AM
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I personally prefer a looser fit on my jubilee DJ, but am well aware of he wear issue and ensure that the bracelet gets at least as many baths as me!
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