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28 January 2006, 04:33 AM

I decided to slip the ExpII back on the bracelet for a change and WOW, it's like a whole new watch again.

It actually looks almost 'abnormal' now to see it on the bracelet, as I'm so used to having it on a strap. But I quite like it either way, and I'm happy to have the options.

One thing I've noticed, however... on the strap, the watch pretty much stays in place, whereas on the bracelet I find it slides around a bit more. And I wear mine in the JJ-esque fasion, so it's not too loose.

If you guys want a change of pace, try a strap. It's a very cost effective way to change the look and if you don't like the look or feel, it doesn't break the bank.

JJ Irani · 28 January 2006, 04:35 AM

Now you're wearing the REAL thing, John!!

28 January 2006, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Now you're wearing the REAL thing, John!!

JJ, I've always been wearing the real thing. I just like some versatility seeing that I only have one Rolex. Honestly JJ... pick up a leather strap and slide the ExpII on it for a change. A strap won't cost you more than say, $40 or $50 and I think you'll find it a really nice change of pace.

JJ Irani · 28 January 2006, 04:40 AM

Sorry, John....I've had many a watch on a strap in the past (not Rolex)...never did like them...found them moving all over the place and never could get the buckle dead centre like I do the clasps. Let's say I'm strictly a bracelet man!!

28 January 2006, 04:42 AM

Ah but JJ, there's the rub... you had them on a buckle.

If you put it on a butterfly deployment clasp, you'll find it a whole different feeling. Seriously, my watch when on a strap practically doesn't move. Not nearly as much as when it's on the bracelet.

JJ Irani · 28 January 2006, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Ah but JJ, there's the rub... you had them on a buckle.

If you put it on a butterfly deployment clasp, you'll find it a whole different feeling. Seriously, my watch when on a strap practically doesn't move. Not nearly as much as when it's on the bracelet.

What you say is true, Johnny...but you're forgetting ONE very important point. I am strictly an ALL ORIGINAL man. The minute I know there is something non-original on my wrist, I feel very uncomfortable. The watch that sits on my wrist must be all factory original....that's just crazy ole' me!!

28 January 2006, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

What you say is true, Johnny...but you're forgetting ONE very important point. I am strictly an ALL ORIGINAL man. The minute I know there is something non-original on my wrist, I feel very uncomfortable. The watch that sits on my wrist must be all factory original....that's just crazy ole' me!!

Then the Breitling must drive you crazy cuz the movement isn't an 'in-house' movement. Sure, it may come from the factory with that movement... but it's not 'all original' is it?

Stuff that in yer pipe and smoke it, baldie.

JJ Irani · 28 January 2006, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Then the Breitling must drive you crazy cuz the movement isn't an 'in-house' movement. Sure, it may come from the factory with that movement... but it's not 'all original' is it?

Stuff that in yer pipe and smoke it, baldie.

So what if it's not in-house....it's still been incorporated in the Breitling factory by them and it works like a dream....with spot-on accuracy and a power reserve that blows most watches away!!

By originality, I mean as it came from the place of manufacture. No changes for me after that. Got it, ya tosser?

Launch Mini · 28 January 2006, 04:59 AM

JJ, I was reading a watch mag last nite.
According to Swiss watchmaker rules, they can only be considered a "Manufacturer" if all parts are made "in-house"
I think your B might have been "assembled"

((I'm trying to make that list))

JJ Irani · 28 January 2006, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

JJ, I was reading a watch mag last nite.
According to Swiss watchmaker rules, they can only be considered a "Manufacturer" if all parts are made "in-house"
I think your B might have been "assembled"

((I'm trying to make that list))

Good but not good enough to make that list!!

Launch Mini · 28 January 2006, 05:02 AM

dang

RogerF · 28 January 2006, 05:50 AM

well are you gonna posts some pics of it back on the bracelet or are you all talk.......

LOL

28 January 2006, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by RogerF

well are you gonna posts some pics of it back on the bracelet or are you all talk.......

LOL

Just for you Roger... the infamous wrist shot.

C.J. · 28 January 2006, 06:01 AM

Nice. It looks right at home on the bracelet.

28 January 2006, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

Nice. It looks right at home on the bracelet.

Thanks but it also looks great like this:

And like this:

RogerF · 28 January 2006, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Just for you Roger... the infamous wrist shot.

Ok its definately gonna be the blk dial 16570 for my next one....but then again the 14060M is a classic...... no no no its definately going to be the exp2........ but every collection isnt complete without a Sub.......

is it bad to have voices in your head?

C.J. · 28 January 2006, 06:14 AM

I really like the Exp II on the black leather.

I wonder how the red highlighted carbon fiber would look with the bezel of my GMT?

Hmmm.

28 January 2006, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

I really like the Exp II on the black leather.

I wonder how the red highlighted carbon fiber would look with the bezel of my GMT?

Hmmm.

I think it would look smokin' hot! I got it from watchprince.com. It started off somewhat stiff, but once I wore it enough it became as comfortable as the leather (also purchased via watchprince).

C.J. · 28 January 2006, 06:29 AM

I bought a leather band there in the past for a Tag. I still have the butterfly deployment buckle. they had very good service I was impressed.

C.J. · 28 January 2006, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by RogerF

Ok its definately gonna be the blk dial 16570 for my next one....but then again the 14060M is a classic...... no no no its definately going to be the exp2........ but every collection isnt complete without a Sub.......

is it bad to have voices in your head?

Only if they're telling you to buy a Breitling or an orange watch!

Go ahead....buy them both, you know your dying to.

28 January 2006, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

I bought a leather band there in the past for a Tag. I still have the butterfly deployment buckle. they had very good service I was impressed.

There you go... use the deployment and get that carbon strap. You KNOW you want it!

dman · 28 January 2006, 06:57 AM

I love the change of pace J, it is always fun.

Don't listen to the peanut gallery, they either get it or they don't.

28 January 2006, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by dman

I love the change of pace J, it is always fun.

Don't listen to the peanut gallery, they either get it or they don't.

Thanks D. I agree 100%. And if they have to ask, they don't get it.

dman · 28 January 2006, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Thanks D. I agree 100%. And if they have to ask, they don't get it.

Or they are dumb, but don't tell them that.

28 January 2006, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by dman

Or they are dumb, but don't tell them that.

Shhhhh, you were supposed to PM me that response.

RogerF · 28 January 2006, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

Only if they're telling you to buy a Breitling or an orange watch!

Go ahead....buy them both, you know your dying to.

Now thats a brilliant idea, now if I could just get your CC number I'll be set

28 January 2006, 04:33 AM	#1
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	On the Bracelet for a change I decided to slip the ExpII back on the bracelet for a change and WOW, it's like a whole new watch again. It actually looks almost 'abnormal' now to see it on the bracelet, as I'm so used to having it on a strap. But I quite like it either way, and I'm happy to have the options. One thing I've noticed, however... on the strap, the watch pretty much stays in place, whereas on the bracelet I find it slides around a bit more. And I wear mine in the JJ-esque fasion, so it's not too loose. If you guys want a change of pace, try a strap. It's a very cost effective way to change the look and if you don't like the look or feel, it doesn't break the bank.

28 January 2006, 04:35 AM	#2
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,317	Now you're wearing the REAL thing, John!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

28 January 2006, 04:40 AM	#4
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,317	Sorry, John....I've had many a watch on a strap in the past (not Rolex)...never did like them...found them moving all over the place and never could get the buckle dead centre like I do the clasps. Let's say I'm strictly a bracelet man!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

28 January 2006, 04:59 AM	#9
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	JJ, I was reading a watch mag last nite. According to Swiss watchmaker rules, they can only be considered a "Manufacturer" if all parts are made "in-house" I think your B might have been "assembled" ((I'm trying to make that list)) __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

28 January 2006, 05:02 AM	#11
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	dang __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

28 January 2006, 04:42 AM	#5
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Ah but JJ, there's the rub... you had them on a buckle. If you put it on a butterfly deployment clasp, you'll find it a whole different feeling. Seriously, my watch when on a strap practically doesn't move. Not nearly as much as when it's on the bracelet.

28 January 2006, 05:50 AM	#12
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,572	well are you gonna posts some pics of it back on the bracelet or are you all talk....... LOL

28 January 2006, 06:01 AM	#14
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Nice. It looks right at home on the bracelet.

28 January 2006, 06:14 AM	#17
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	I really like the Exp II on the black leather. I wonder how the red highlighted carbon fiber would look with the bezel of my GMT? Hmmm.

28 January 2006, 06:29 AM	#19
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	I bought a leather band there in the past for a Tag. I still have the butterfly deployment buckle. they had very good service I was impressed.

28 January 2006, 06:57 AM	#22
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	I love the change of pace J, it is always fun. Don't listen to the peanut gallery, they either get it or they don't. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

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