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ROGERB · 29 November 2007, 09:57 AM

Does anyone know if there is such a thing as a 1/4 link or 3/4 link for a SMP watch strap...seems 1/2 link in is just too big and !/2 link out a touch snug. So short of lyposuction on my wrist any ideas!! Problem just doesn't exist with my SS sub date.( he says proudly)
thanks in advance
R

mike · 29 November 2007, 10:01 AM

I believe the 1/2 link is all there is.

I know what you mean. If there is one draw back to the SMP bracelet it's the lack of fine adjustment.

ROGERB · 29 November 2007, 10:34 AM

ahhh...LYPOSUCTION IT IS ...
R

JJ Irani · 29 November 2007, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROGERB

Does anyone know if there is such a thing as a 1/4 link or 3/4 link for a SMP watch strap...seems 1/2 link in is just too big and !/2 link out a touch snug. So short of lyposuction on my wrist any ideas!! Problem just doesn't exist with my SS sub date.( he says proudly)
thanks in advance
R

The problem with the OMEGA bracelet is that there is no micropin adjustment system incorporated inside the clasp.

You have only the HALF link to play around with....all others being full links.

The links are held by pins and tube sleeves....NOT screws.....so making adjustments on your own is dicey and a pain in the butt. You have to leave that job to your AD or you could ruin your bracelet.

I wish OMEGA would use screws like Rolex does to hold their bracelets together.

JJ

fear · 29 November 2007, 05:04 PM

I had the exact problem with my former Omegas! Could never get a good fit.

ROGERB · 29 November 2007, 05:14 PM

I have a SMP GMT white face that I just can't get to fit as nice as my Sub date but it's such a nice piece I'll live with it.... the crosses we bear!
R

Mr_Pacman · 30 November 2007, 03:03 AM

I had the same issue with my Seamaster GMT....it bugged me so much that I sold the watch and bought a Speedmaster Pro.

I measured that two 1/2 links are actually slightly bigger than 1 full size link. So, perhaps you could remove a full size link, and buy an extra 1/2 link (making two in total) and that might make things a bit better for you.

I measured with set of digital calipers. I can't remember the size difference. I measured on the Speedmaster style bracelet (same one that comes on Seamasters I believe, but with different endlinks)....I'm not sure if this is the same with the bond style bracelet links.

ROGERB · 30 November 2007, 11:50 AM

See the sheer genius of a fellow Canuck..(no offence to the rest of you fine ladies and gentlemen) Thank you "Mr Pacman" I will hunt down another half link!!
R

gan1hck · 30 November 2007, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Pacman

I had the same issue with my Seamaster GMT....it bugged me so much that I sold the watch and bought a Speedmaster Pro.

I measured that two 1/2 links are actually slightly bigger than 1 full size link. So, perhaps you could remove a full size link, and buy an extra 1/2 link (making two in total) and that might make things a bit better for you.

I measured with set of digital calipers. I can't remember the size difference. I measured on the Speedmaster style bracelet (same one that comes on Seamasters I believe, but with different endlinks)....I'm not sure if this is the same with the bond style bracelet links.

bingo

Mr_Pacman · 30 November 2007, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROGERB

See the sheer genius of a fellow Canuck..(no offence to the rest of you fine ladies and gentlemen) Thank you "Mr Pacman" I will hunt down another half link!!
R

I should also mention that this also applies to the Speedmaster Pro bracelets.

On the Speedy Pro....you don't get a 1/2 link because the clasp has 2 micro adjustment holes. Well I must have odd sized wrists...because the watch was too tight when I had a full size link removed but the clasp on the last adjustment hole...and then it was too loose with the full link put in, but on the first adjustment hole.

So, I bought a 1/2 link (for the Seamaster bracelet) and put that in and set the micro adjustment to the first hole and voila....the bracelet fit perfectly.

Someone on the Omega Forum on TZ had measured that a 1/2 link was actually a bit bigger than the space of the micro adjustment holes in the clasp.

I don't know why Omega makes it so difficult to get a perfect fit.

Pacman

redsrover · 12 December 2007, 12:35 PM

I got a pre-owned Omega Seamaster 2252.50 mid-size with the 18mm lugs and bracelet 1612/932 I've removed three whole links, and it fits, but a tad loose for me. One more full link out and it's too tight.

I could remove the half-link on the 6 o'clock end, but the half link is permanent, being attached to the non-removable clasp piece. So if I could get a whole link in place of the half link I would be in business. In the pics below the half link is attached to the clasp with a standard pin, but I don't believe it's removable like the other links with the arrow on them. See the reverse side for the non-arrow or "unremovable" clasp end piece connected to the half link. Why would they give you a half link if you can't remove it?? There no haf link on the 12 o'clock side.

So I need a half link, to add to the 12 o'clock side in place of a whole link. Make sense?

So any idea where I can locate a half link?

***UPDATE****

Checked out Otto Frei website, and bingo he's got the 1/2 link for my 1612/932 bracelet and it's on the way in the next week or so.

redsrover · 15 December 2007, 09:04 AM

Ordered the 1/2 link for my bracelet on Wednesday from Otto, came in the Fed Ex run (3 Day Saver came early!) this afternoon and it worked perfectly.

ShawnK · 20 December 2007, 02:17 PM

I'm glad I'm not the only one! I had a SMP and it was the bracelet to adjust that I've ever owned. In fact, I sold it just because I could never get it to fit my wrist comfortably.

I've been thinking of a Planet Ocean--does anyone know if they have a better micro-adjustment on the bracelet than the SMP?

JJ Irani · 20 December 2007, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShawnK

I'm glad I'm not the only one! I had a SMP and it was the bracelet to adjust that I've ever owned. In fact, I sold it just because I could never get it to fit my wrist comfortably.

I've been thinking of a Planet Ocean--does anyone know if they have a better micro-adjustment on the bracelet than the SMP?

I owned the PO at one stage. No micropin adjustment whatsoever. Same problem as other OMEGA bracelets - only one HALF link to play around with and all links held together with pins and sleeves - NOT screws.

JJ

TARDIS · 20 December 2007, 11:30 PM

The PO comes in 2 sizes....
Too loose....or
too tight!

chuanlim · 31 December 2007, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TARDIS

The PO comes in 2 sizes....
Too loose....or
too tight!

that watch looks simply stunning with the orange bezel

JJ Irani · 1 January 2008, 04:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redsrover

Ordered the 1/2 link for my bracelet on Wednesday from Otto, came in the Fed Ex run (3 Day Saver came early!) this afternoon and it worked perfectly.

I don't understand one thing!!

Why do you need to order in a HALF link? All the OMEGAs I purchased came factory fitted with the HALF link.

JJ

equinox · 1 January 2008, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TARDIS

The PO comes in 2 sizes....
Too loose....or
too tight!

That is stunning!!

Equinox

JJ Irani · 1 January 2008, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by equinox

That is stunning!!

Equinox

My ex....

watchlady · 1 January 2008, 06:06 AM

How do you find links on the Otto Frie website? I looked but just find jewelery stuff.

jhowton · 2 January 2008, 08:20 AM

Try this page.

redsrover · 4 January 2008, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I don't understand one thing!!

Why do you need to order in a HALF link? All the OMEGAs I purchased came factory fitted with the HALF link.

JJ

JJ, because the factory fitted half link cannot be removed from the bracelet, I had to order another half link to add to the length to make it fit. Ideally I would remove the factory half link and add back a full link, but no dice.

JJ Irani · 4 January 2008, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redsrover

JJ, because the factory fitted half link cannot be removed from the bracelet, I had to order another half link to add to the length to make it fit. Ideally I would remove the factory half link and add back a full link, but no dice.

Sorry, cannot agree on this one. I'm pretty sure when I purchased my OMEGA PO, the HALF link was taken off along with another FULL link to fit my wrist.

JJ

redsrover · 4 January 2008, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Sorry, cannot agree on this one. I'm pretty sure when I purchased my OMEGA PO, the HALF link was taken off along with another FULL link to fit my wrist.

JJ

Well, not on mine since the half link is the last link in the bracelet on the clasp side, with no means of removal from the clasp itself. The pin used to attach is not one of the slide pins. Maybe its possible with an Omega trained watchmaker, but I don't have one of those in the hall closet I'm sad to say...

CPCC · 5 January 2008, 01:58 PM

Despite this adjustment issue, I still love my titanium seamaster more than the rollie

Perdu · 6 January 2008, 12:42 PM

There are two sites. Look in Google, they are together at the top of the search. You need ottofei and jules Borel Co.

That orange PO looks very striking.

gan1hck · 23 January 2008, 02:38 PM

In the last 3 months, I've gone through 3...That's right 3 different PO Chronographs because of warranty and quality control issues.

My AD has been great and has replaced each of the defective watches....so I'm on my 3rd PO Chronograph.

Although the fit was never the reason I returned the watches, I did notice this.

The first 2 watches were either a little too tight or a little too loose with the same number of links removed.

On the third watch, with the same number of links removed, it was a PERFECT fit.....

Who would have thought?

Perhaps there are minor manufacturing differences between each of the watches?

CPCC · 23 January 2008, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by equinox

That is stunning!!

Equinox

Stunning

redsrover · 23 January 2008, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gan1hck

In the last 3 months, I've gone through 3...That's right 3 different PO Chronographs because of warranty and quality control issues.

My AD has been great and has replaced each of the defective watches....so I'm on my 3rd PO Chronograph.

Perhaps there are minor manufacturing differences between each of the watches?

I agree. My first Speedmaster Professional was returned to the AD after about a month because one of the chrono pushers FELL OFF. My current Speedy Pro is great, but I never wear it since it's bracelet fits too loose as it is, too tight with a link out.

Lubrifar · 24 January 2008, 03:54 AM

Two 1/2 links is the best alternative. I don't know why Omega makes their watches so hard to fit, and why only including one 1/2 link knowing so?

29 November 2007, 09:57 AM	#1
ROGERB "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: WHITE ROCK BC Watch: 89 16610, 57 7914, Posts: 897	OMEGA--making it fit! Does anyone know if there is such a thing as a 1/4 link or 3/4 link for a SMP watch strap...seems 1/2 link in is just too big and !/2 link out a touch snug. So short of lyposuction on my wrist any ideas!! Problem just doesn't exist with my SS sub date.( he says proudly) thanks in advance R

5 January 2008, 01:58 PM	#25
CPCC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: USA Posts: 1,857	Despite this adjustment issue, I still love my titanium seamaster more than the rollie __________________

29 November 2007, 10:01 AM	#2
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I believe the 1/2 link is all there is. I know what you mean. If there is one draw back to the SMP bracelet it's the lack of fine adjustment.

29 November 2007, 10:34 AM	#3
ROGERB "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: WHITE ROCK BC Watch: 89 16610, 57 7914, Posts: 897	ahhh...LYPOSUCTION IT IS ... R

29 November 2007, 05:14 PM	#6
ROGERB "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: WHITE ROCK BC Watch: 89 16610, 57 7914, Posts: 897	I have a SMP GMT white face that I just can't get to fit as nice as my Sub date but it's such a nice piece I'll live with it.... the crosses we bear! R

30 November 2007, 03:03 AM	#7
Mr_Pacman "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 117	I had the same issue with my Seamaster GMT....it bugged me so much that I sold the watch and bought a Speedmaster Pro. I measured that two 1/2 links are actually slightly bigger than 1 full size link. So, perhaps you could remove a full size link, and buy an extra 1/2 link (making two in total) and that might make things a bit better for you. I measured with set of digital calipers. I can't remember the size difference. I measured on the Speedmaster style bracelet (same one that comes on Seamasters I believe, but with different endlinks)....I'm not sure if this is the same with the bond style bracelet links.

30 November 2007, 11:50 AM	#8
ROGERB "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: WHITE ROCK BC Watch: 89 16610, 57 7914, Posts: 897	See the sheer genius of a fellow Canuck..(no offence to the rest of you fine ladies and gentlemen) Thank you "Mr Pacman" I will hunt down another half link!! R

20 December 2007, 02:17 PM	#13
ShawnK "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Shawn Location: Kentucky Watch: GMT Master 16750 Posts: 222	I'm glad I'm not the only one! I had a SMP and it was the bracelet to adjust that I've ever owned. In fact, I sold it just because I could never get it to fit my wrist comfortably. I've been thinking of a Planet Ocean--does anyone know if they have a better micro-adjustment on the bracelet than the SMP?

20 December 2007, 11:30 PM	#15
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	The PO comes in 2 sizes.... Too loose....or too tight!

1 January 2008, 06:06 AM	#20
watchlady "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: the other Lisa Location: Metro New York Watch: SS/RG Datejust Posts: 1,014	How do you find links on the Otto Frie website? I looked but just find jewelery stuff.

2 January 2008, 08:20 AM	#21
jhowton Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Chicago area Posts: 160	Try this page.

6 January 2008, 12:42 PM	#26
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	There are two sites. Look in Google, they are together at the top of the search. You need ottofei and jules Borel Co. That orange PO looks very striking.

23 January 2008, 02:38 PM	#27
gan1hck "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: alabama Posts: 67	In the last 3 months, I've gone through 3...That's right 3 different PO Chronographs because of warranty and quality control issues. My AD has been great and has replaced each of the defective watches....so I'm on my 3rd PO Chronograph. Although the fit was never the reason I returned the watches, I did notice this. The first 2 watches were either a little too tight or a little too loose with the same number of links removed. On the third watch, with the same number of links removed, it was a PERFECT fit..... Who would have thought? Perhaps there are minor manufacturing differences between each of the watches?

24 January 2008, 03:54 AM	#30
Lubrifar Banned Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Mr. T Location: anc/sfo Watch: for the signs! Posts: 776	Two 1/2 links is the best alternative. I don't know why Omega makes their watches so hard to fit, and why only including one 1/2 link knowing so?

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