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SubRandy · 3 July 2014, 05:33 AM

Hi, Everyone. I'm new to Rolex and new to this forum. My wife recently gave me a Submariner for our wedding anniversary. I love the size and look of the face, bezel, etc. My only complaint is that the bracelet tapers to a noticeably thin width at the clasp. I would love it so much more if the bracelet was the same width from the lugs to the clasp. Does such a bracelet exist? Thanks in advance for any help!

Tools · 3 July 2014, 08:51 AM

No, such a Rolex bracelet does not exist

Dan Pierce · 3 July 2014, 09:01 AM

It's the 20mm to 16mm taper that make the classic Oyster bracelet so damn comfortable.
dP

heatscore · 3 July 2014, 09:37 AM

If it helps, the bracelet taper won't be noticeable to anyone but you. And like Dan said, thats what makes it so comfy.

waterman1 · 3 July 2014, 09:39 AM

I agree with you. I think the problem is the lugs got wider which also works to make the bracelet seem too narrow not only where it meets the lugs but also all the way around. I found the same issue and sold my sub-c. Replaced by SD-c.

SaddleSC · 3 July 2014, 09:40 AM

If you prefer a non-tapering bracelet, check out the Tudor Pelagos because the bracelet does not taper very much at all, giving it a much beefier appearance by the clasp.

mike · 3 July 2014, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

It's the 20mm to 16mm taper that make the classic Oyster bracelet so damn comfortable.
dP

TudorBeast · 3 July 2014, 10:38 AM

Tapered bracelet is a luxury. Embrace it ;)

tkerrmd · 3 July 2014, 10:50 AM

No congrats and enjoy

bmwsubmariner · 3 July 2014, 11:06 AM

Nope. Enjoy

hannibal80 · 3 July 2014, 11:07 AM

No. You could always trade it in for an Omega Planet Ocean; their bracelets dont taper. However, having had both models I believe the Sub to be more comfortable because of the Rolex oyster bracelet. I recently purchased the Sub C date and have found the bracelet to be even more comfortable due to the glidelock clasp!

Bangel · 3 July 2014, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TudorBeast

Tapered bracelet is a luxury. Embrace it ;)

Or let it embrace you!

joe100 · 3 July 2014, 03:35 PM

I agree. A tapered bracelet is a more complex thing and requires some excellent machining. It's art and functionality

bridgs · 3 July 2014, 08:43 PM

Totally understand your issue. You have an awesome watch there. You can try other watches to get a bracelet you like but they are not Rolex. Maybe try some strap combos. So many guys here use them. You might could even have one custom made to your specs.

14060m · 3 July 2014, 09:09 PM

Please don't change it
Give it a try for a little while

GradyPhilpott · 3 July 2014, 10:04 PM

Honestly, you will get used to the look.

If you don't think that's possible, you can always go with the huge list of strap options in the aftermarket.

Rags · 3 July 2014, 10:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

It's the 20mm to 16mm taper that make the classic Oyster bracelet so damn comfortable.
dP

Dan is exactly correct..The oyster bracelet is the most comfortable bracelet I've ever worn.

Mack Bolan · 4 July 2014, 01:09 AM

Its funny, when ever I see a watch with a bracelet that is as thick as the lugs I immediately think "Cheap bling watch" I see the taper as elegance as well as comfort. Rolex knows what they are doing.

sco · 4 July 2014, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mack Bolan

Its funny, when ever I see a watch with a bracelet that is as thick as the lugs I immediately think "Cheap bling watch" I see the taper as elegance as well as comfort. Rolex knows what they are doing.

Totally disagree with this 100%

OP give it a try for a little while, I am willing to bet that the comfort will win over the taper effect in your mind.

rmfnla · 4 July 2014, 02:15 AM

Or try a NATO band; they don't taper at all.

Either way, welcome to TRF...

cedargrove · 4 July 2014, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hannibal80

You could always trade it in for an Omega Planet Ocean; their bracelets dont taper.

My PO tapers 2mm.

My GMTc is by far my most comfrtable watch and I believe much of this is a result of the bracelet.

Rogdogg · 4 July 2014, 02:33 AM

I absolutely love the taper on my bracelets.... I think you will grow to love it too. It's so comfortable and I think very smart looking

Sent from my SM-N900 using Tapatalk

Urosfan · 4 July 2014, 02:36 AM

Welcome and congrats

Mack Bolan · 4 July 2014, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogdogg

I absolutely love the taper on my bracelets.... I think you will grow to love it too. It's so comfortable and I think very smart looking

Sent from my SM-N900 using Tapatalk

Thank you ^^^^^^

GradyPhilpott · 4 July 2014, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mack Bolan

Its funny, when ever I see a watch with a bracelet that is as thick as the lugs I immediately think "Cheap bling watch" I see the taper as elegance as well as comfort. Rolex knows what they are doing.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sco

Totally disagree with this 100%

OP give it a try for a little while, I am willing to bet that the comfort will win over the taper effect in your mind.

Maybe it's just me, but it sounds like the two of you are in agreement.

MarceloPerroni · 17 October 2017, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SubRandy

Hi, Everyone. I'm new to Rolex and new to this forum. My wife recently gave me a Submariner for our wedding anniversary. I love the size and look of the face, bezel, etc. My only complaint is that the bracelet tapers to a noticeably thin width at the clasp. I would love it so much more if the bracelet was the same width from the lugs to the clasp. Does such a bracelet exist? Thanks in advance for any help!

I actually found this forum, looking for wider bracelets for Rolex.
Totally disagree with wider bracelets being cheap. Especially when Tudor has a model bracelet that doesn't taper.
The Sub clasp is way too narrow, at only 18mm (16mm on the bracelet).
I'm looking into buying a SDDS, and such a narrow clasp bothered me when I first tried it on. But I wouldn't wear it with a leather strap or nato.
Let's see if I get used to it...

Also, don't kill me, but I would love if I could have the MilSub sword hands on the SDDS. Not much of a fan of mercedes hands...

3 July 2014, 05:33 AM	#1
SubRandy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: DC Posts: 1	Wider Bracelet For Submariner? Hi, Everyone. I'm new to Rolex and new to this forum. My wife recently gave me a Submariner for our wedding anniversary. I love the size and look of the face, bezel, etc. My only complaint is that the bracelet tapers to a noticeably thin width at the clasp. I would love it so much more if the bracelet was the same width from the lugs to the clasp. Does such a bracelet exist? Thanks in advance for any help!

3 July 2014, 08:51 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,490	No, such a Rolex bracelet does not exist __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

3 July 2014, 09:01 AM	#3
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,166	It's the 20mm to 16mm taper that make the classic Oyster bracelet so damn comfortable. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

3 July 2014, 09:40 AM	#6
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	If you prefer a non-tapering bracelet, check out the Tudor Pelagos because the bracelet does not taper very much at all, giving it a much beefier appearance by the clasp. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

3 July 2014, 03:35 PM	#13
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	I agree. A tapered bracelet is a more complex thing and requires some excellent machining. It's art and functionality __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

3 July 2014, 09:37 AM	#4
heatscore "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 218	If it helps, the bracelet taper won't be noticeable to anyone but you. And like Dan said, thats what makes it so comfy.

3 July 2014, 09:39 AM	#5
waterman1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 889	I agree with you. I think the problem is the lugs got wider which also works to make the bracelet seem too narrow not only where it meets the lugs but also all the way around. I found the same issue and sold my sub-c. Replaced by SD-c.

3 July 2014, 10:38 AM	#8
TudorBeast Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: PNW USA Watch: 114060 Posts: 516	Tapered bracelet is a luxury. Embrace it ;)

3 July 2014, 10:50 AM	#9
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	No congrats and enjoy

3 July 2014, 11:06 AM	#10
bmwsubmariner "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: US Posts: 408	Nope. Enjoy

3 July 2014, 11:07 AM	#11
hannibal80 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Greenville, SC Watch: 116610,16710, Sbgm Posts: 44	No. You could always trade it in for an Omega Planet Ocean; their bracelets dont taper. However, having had both models I believe the Sub to be more comfortable because of the Rolex oyster bracelet. I recently purchased the Sub C date and have found the bracelet to be even more comfortable due to the glidelock clasp!

3 July 2014, 08:43 PM	#14
bridgs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Shane Location: Minnesota Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 1,125	Totally understand your issue. You have an awesome watch there. You can try other watches to get a bracelet you like but they are not Rolex. Maybe try some strap combos. So many guys here use them. You might could even have one custom made to your specs.

3 July 2014, 09:09 PM	#15
14060m "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Watch: 116610 , 16233 Posts: 1,802	Please don't change it Give it a try for a little while __________________

3 July 2014, 10:04 PM	#16
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	Honestly, you will get used to the look. If you don't think that's possible, you can always go with the huge list of strap options in the aftermarket. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

4 July 2014, 01:09 AM	#18
Mack Bolan Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Anywhere but here Watch: Submariner Posts: 259	Its funny, when ever I see a watch with a bracelet that is as thick as the lugs I immediately think "Cheap bling watch" I see the taper as elegance as well as comfort. Rolex knows what they are doing.

4 July 2014, 02:15 AM	#20
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	Or try a NATO band; they don't taper at all. Either way, welcome to TRF... __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here... Lug Hole Lover®

4 July 2014, 02:33 AM	#22
Rogdogg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,124	I absolutely love the taper on my bracelets.... I think you will grow to love it too. It's so comfortable and I think very smart looking Sent from my SM-N900 using Tapatalk __________________ Nil Satis Nisi Optimum

4 July 2014, 02:36 AM	#23
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Welcome and congrats

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