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arkwhaler · 21 May 2009, 01:14 PM

I don't like pcl primarily because the brushed rolex bracelet is so lustrous in appearance it almost seems to glow. I've seen lots of other watches with some mirror finish on the bracelet, but the brushed oyster is special imo.

Alan111 · 21 May 2009, 02:21 PM

I'm a fan of PCL's :)

Actually I'm a fan of FPL (fully polished links), but only a dress watch like a datejust. On a tool watch (not including the YM), brushed is definatley the way to go. Dont worry about brushing you PCLs, anything can be reversed, provided that the polishing or brushing wasnt OVERKILL haha

rotan · 21 May 2009, 02:49 PM

I love the way PCL complements the look of GMTIIc.... And I am trying my best now to minimise the scrathes on my watch...

Overkill · 21 May 2009, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by rotan

I love the way PCL complements the look of GMTIIc.... And I am trying my best now to minimise the scrathes on my watch...

I am trying the same now, but I fear that scratches are inevitable.

JPS · 21 May 2009, 11:10 PM

Scratches are inevitable, but we all know what we're letting ourselves in for when we carefully research our choices and reach out to forums like these for guidance and advice.

As has been said many times over, everything that Rolex does is for a reason and the inclusion of PCL's on a s/s watch as great as the GMT IIc is would not of been made rashly or taken lightly.

Rolex have always been the trendsetters and pioneers in the field that we all love.

The s/s GMT IIc in all it's intended glory looks absolutely stunning and I truly believe you lose it's total beauty by brushing those PCL's.

The thing to be remembered is that they are going to get scratched, but virtually all of them will be invisible by those who see the watch on your wrist or if it is at a distance. That's why the Rolex service should make every Rolex owner wear their watch as intended because the quality after service the watches come back to their owners like is just like opening a brand new watch all over again.

I've never been an advocate of changing something that was intended when it was factory shipped. For me, and many others, PCL's just work on the GMT IIc.

Enjoy your watches guys and keep the faith!

2th Dr · 21 May 2009, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JPS

Scratches are inevitable, but we all know what we're letting ourselves in for when we carefully research our choices and reach out to forums like these for guidance and advice.

As has been said many times over, everything that Rolex does is for a reason and the inclusion of PCL's on a s/s watch as great as the GMT IIc is would not of been made rashly or taken lightly.

Rolex have always been the trendsetters and pioneers in the field that we all love.

The s/s GMT IIc in all it's intended glory looks absolutely stunning and I truly believe you lose it's total beauty by brushing those PCL's.

The thing to be remembered is that they are going to get scratched, but virtually all of them will be invisible by those who see the watch on your wrist or if it is at a distance. That's why the Rolex service should make every Rolex owner wear their watch as intended because the quality after service the watches come back to their owners like is just like opening a brand new watch all over again.

I've never been an advocate of changing something that was intended when it was factory shipped. For me, and many others, PCL's just work on the GMT IIc.

Enjoy your watches guys and keep the faith!

Well said!

zak98 · 21 May 2009, 11:36 PM

always wondered what the new milgauss would look like with non PCL.

pcl is ok with me if on a tt watch.. but not a fan of pcl on ss.

my 2 cents.

wantonebad · 21 May 2009, 11:46 PM

I have two watches with PCL's, I like it on my TT Blusey, I hate them on the Daytona. I agree the PCL's work on dress models, not so much on everyday models

Atomant · 22 May 2009, 01:14 AM

Other than on my Seadweller, the PCL goes really well with my Daytona.

tifosi · 22 May 2009, 02:38 AM

I am not a fan of PCLs either. That is the only thing that is keeping me away from the Milgauss.

sexner · 22 May 2009, 03:03 AM

I am a daily wearer and my last three Rolexes did not have PCL's on their bracelets. My new GMT IIc does and I love them. When my watch goes in for it's service I will have them polish all the links to original. I agree with an earlier thread - go buy another bracelet with brushed links and store the original in the box. There are posts on other watch fora where people are scrubbing their PCL's with brillo pads. That, in my mind, would be like taking out your green 24 hr hand and painting it blue.

ahoude23 · 22 May 2009, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Overkill

So should I feel better since I know that, as an auditor, I'm going to have to wear a suit everyday to work?

No I think the PCL look dressier. I don't have much opportunity to dress nicely (mostly jeans and T-shirts). I'm pretty rough on watches and the brushed links hide more too. Brushed vs polished links made the decision on my last watch.

PA6-541 · 23 May 2009, 06:02 AM

The polished center links are okay if they have a little disclaimer on each one stating, "objects in mirror are larger than they appear".

presario · 23 May 2009, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by PA6-541

The polished center links are okay if they have a little disclaimer on each one stating, "objects in mirror are larger than they appear".

Haha, exactly.

At first, I wanted to brush my PCL as soon as I got my watch, but I felt it was a waste to do that so I just left it alone. Now, it's definitely growing on me. When it gets beat up like crazy, I may brush it, but for now, I'm happy with it.

21 May 2009, 11:36 PM	#37
zak98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: TN Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,166	always wondered what the new milgauss would look like with non PCL. pcl is ok with me if on a tt watch.. but not a fan of pcl on ss. my 2 cents. __________________ Z- Submariner; P- Airking; R- DateJust; M- GMTII; C0 - Milgauss GV Breitling SuperOcean Heritage 46 Omega Speedmaster Racing Panerai PAM390

21 May 2009, 11:46 PM	#38
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	I have two watches with PCL's, I like it on my TT Blusey, I hate them on the Daytona. I agree the PCL's work on dress models, not so much on everyday models __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

22 May 2009, 01:14 AM	#39
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Other than on my Seadweller, the PCL goes really well with my Daytona. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

22 May 2009, 02:38 AM	#40
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I am not a fan of PCLs either. That is the only thing that is keeping me away from the Milgauss. __________________ Russ

22 May 2009, 03:03 AM	#41
sexner "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: 4Q Location: Nowhere near you Watch: 169622, 124060 Posts: 2,014	I am a daily wearer and my last three Rolexes did not have PCL's on their bracelets. My new GMT IIc does and I love them. When my watch goes in for it's service I will have them polish all the links to original. I agree with an earlier thread - go buy another bracelet with brushed links and store the original in the box. There are posts on other watch fora where people are scrubbing their PCL's with brillo pads. That, in my mind, would be like taking out your green 24 hr hand and painting it blue. __________________ One should endeavor to do what is right not what is established.

21 May 2009, 01:14 PM	#31
arkwhaler Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: flyover america Watch: 114270 Posts: 236	I don't like pcl primarily because the brushed rolex bracelet is so lustrous in appearance it almost seems to glow. I've seen lots of other watches with some mirror finish on the bracelet, but the brushed oyster is special imo.

21 May 2009, 02:21 PM	#32
Alan111 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 1,605	I'm a fan of PCL's :) Actually I'm a fan of FPL (fully polished links), but only a dress watch like a datejust. On a tool watch (not including the YM), brushed is definatley the way to go. Dont worry about brushing you PCLs, anything can be reversed, provided that the polishing or brushing wasnt OVERKILL haha

21 May 2009, 02:49 PM	#33
rotan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Leong Location: Singapore Watch: AP 15202ST Posts: 210	I love the way PCL complements the look of GMTIIc.... And I am trying my best now to minimise the scrathes on my watch...

21 May 2009, 11:10 PM	#35
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,359	Scratches are inevitable, but we all know what we're letting ourselves in for when we carefully research our choices and reach out to forums like these for guidance and advice. As has been said many times over, everything that Rolex does is for a reason and the inclusion of PCL's on a s/s watch as great as the GMT IIc is would not of been made rashly or taken lightly. Rolex have always been the trendsetters and pioneers in the field that we all love. The s/s GMT IIc in all it's intended glory looks absolutely stunning and I truly believe you lose it's total beauty by brushing those PCL's. The thing to be remembered is that they are going to get scratched, but virtually all of them will be invisible by those who see the watch on your wrist or if it is at a distance. That's why the Rolex service should make every Rolex owner wear their watch as intended because the quality after service the watches come back to their owners like is just like opening a brand new watch all over again. I've never been an advocate of changing something that was intended when it was factory shipped. For me, and many others, PCL's just work on the GMT IIc. Enjoy your watches guys and keep the faith!

23 May 2009, 06:02 AM	#43
PA6-541 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 25	The polished center links are okay if they have a little disclaimer on each one stating, "objects in mirror are larger than they appear".

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