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00pumpkin · 9 October 2009, 06:31 AM

I think Rolex should offer brushed SS as an option on any of the watches that currently have polished center links. The Milgauss, GMT IIC,Yachtmaster Platinum, and even the Daytona would be more appealing to me if they had brushed finishes on the bracelet. I only pray that the rumored ceramic sub will keep a brushed finish! The polished links just show age too much. A watch is going to get scratched if you wear it, I know this. But at least my brushed bracelet on my GMT II still looks good after wearing it everyday for 2 years.

esm · 9 October 2009, 06:35 AM

there is always an option to make it a brushed look.
I personally don't mind the PCLs. I think they add give that classy look.
I do like the brushed oyster bracelet on my sub too.

BarkMaster · 9 October 2009, 06:35 AM

Even better: BARK!!

Speed · 9 October 2009, 06:39 AM

I am more concerned that the bracelet width seems to have remained the same while the watch case has gotten bigger.

Seems to me the bracelet looks too small on the new subs and new gmt lls.

Just my opinion.

JBat · 9 October 2009, 06:41 AM

The PCL's are prone to scratches, especially on the outside of the bracelet, for me, but they help to make the GMT look really good too. There's just no way around scratches if you wear a watch regularly. Brushed or no, it's going to show up eventually.

DRAWTOOL · 9 October 2009, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masugu

I am more concerned that the bracelet width seems to have remained the same while the watch case has gotten bigger.
Seems to me the bracelet looks too small on the new subs and new gmt lls.
Just my opinion.

I certainly agree, they don't look right! And as far as PCLs are concerned, I've had them on my EXP II for several months with no babying and they still look good.

B. Doggy · 9 October 2009, 06:56 AM

Make it a brushed bracelet. It's pretty darned easy to do!

lek0708 · 9 October 2009, 08:06 AM

I totally agree with you pumpkin. I really hate PCLs as well, and I find them especially misplaced on any sports model. Since the Jubilee isn't my favorite either, I'm left with the option of buying a vintage bracelet or strapping it, leather or otherwise. Not good enough for me for the $ of a brand new watch.

GMTJOHNNY · 9 October 2009, 08:32 AM

I am still getting used to the gold ones on my GMT IICTT. They get scratched BUT they do buff out so easily. when I scratched my GMT 16750 links, they were scratched for a long time. I guess the gold is soft enough to buff nicely. IMHO of course.

Matrim604 · 9 October 2009, 08:36 AM

I guess i'm a minority on this one, but I like PCLs on certain models--dress watch models like DateJusts, Daydates, and I even like it on my GMT-IIc. I just think Rolex should offer more options for brushed (which I also love) instead of trying to force it on all their product lines like it seems like they're doing. I do agree that I would never want to see PCLs on a Sub or SD.

deserted · 9 October 2009, 09:43 AM

You mean like this........

mfer · 9 October 2009, 09:44 AM

Tough!

Brush it yourself if you are worried. It is YOUR watch after all.

rolexnovice · 9 October 2009, 09:49 AM

MFER- Tough!

Brush it yourself if you are worried. It is YOUR watch after all.

very true, mfer. very true.

sleddog · 9 October 2009, 09:52 AM

I'm with you Matrim!!!! I like the PCL's as well...Gives it a contrast!!! Having said that I love the brushed finish on the Sub as well....Some models look good with it,others don't!
If you dont like the PCL's,brush them up..! Easy as that..

Rob.

snow_rocks · 9 October 2009, 09:54 AM

That is why steel wool was invented!

kcmo · 9 October 2009, 09:55 AM

I'm actually a fan of PCLs, but only on certain models. My first Rolex with PCLs is the Daytona and I think it looks awesome

But, I definitely prefer my Sub without them.

mfer · 9 October 2009, 09:58 AM

PCL's are great. They do scratch, but oh well, that is what 5 year service appts are for!!!!

Art 1 · 9 October 2009, 10:17 AM

I like them.

mike · 9 October 2009, 10:34 AM

mfer · 9 October 2009, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

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Cato · 9 October 2009, 11:42 AM

My DJ has PCLs. I really like it. But the DJ is a dress watch.

Rolex should offer it's industrial models without PCLs. Who knows, maybe someone will actually go yachting with their YM or diving with their Subbie!

chopperboy · 9 October 2009, 11:48 AM

I Have No Problem With The PCL.......

ingoodtime · 9 October 2009, 12:30 PM

I like the look of the PCL and am used to them. My TT sub has them so I don't mind on my GMTIIc. I think it adds a really nice look.

Speed · 9 October 2009, 12:37 PM

PCLs on a gold Sub - now thats OK!!!!

jvo300 · 9 October 2009, 12:55 PM

I like the PCL. As others have mentioned, you can get to a brushed look if you really want it!

Skullring · 9 October 2009, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by chopperboy

I Have No Problem With The PCL.......

That is a beautiful Sub.

JBat · 9 October 2009, 01:48 PM

Sweet gold Sub!

USCpaneristi · 9 October 2009, 03:18 PM

I actually think it looks quite nice on the Daytona, though I know I'm in the minority.

00pumpkin · 9 October 2009, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Make it a brushed bracelet. It's pretty darned easy to do!

Are people doing it by hand or using some sort of rotary tool?

00pumpkin · 9 October 2009, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deserted

You mean like this........

You have any more pics??

9 October 2009, 06:31 AM	#1
00pumpkin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dustin Location: USA Posts: 1,980	I hate polished center links I think Rolex should offer brushed SS as an option on any of the watches that currently have polished center links. The Milgauss, GMT IIC,Yachtmaster Platinum, and even the Daytona would be more appealing to me if they had brushed finishes on the bracelet. I only pray that the rumored ceramic sub will keep a brushed finish! The polished links just show age too much. A watch is going to get scratched if you wear it, I know this. But at least my brushed bracelet on my GMT II still looks good after wearing it everyday for 2 years.

9 October 2009, 06:35 AM	#3
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	Even better: BARK!! __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

9 October 2009, 06:56 AM	#7
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Make it a brushed bracelet. It's pretty darned easy to do! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

9 October 2009, 08:32 AM	#9
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	I am still getting used to the gold ones on my GMT IICTT. They get scratched BUT they do buff out so easily. when I scratched my GMT 16750 links, they were scratched for a long time. I guess the gold is soft enough to buff nicely. IMHO of course. __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

9 October 2009, 08:36 AM	#10
Matrim604 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 578	I guess i'm a minority on this one, but I like PCLs on certain models--dress watch models like DateJusts, Daydates, and I even like it on my GMT-IIc. I just think Rolex should offer more options for brushed (which I also love) instead of trying to force it on all their product lines like it seems like they're doing. I do agree that I would never want to see PCLs on a Sub or SD. __________________ __________________________________________ "I'm a man of simple tastes, easily satisfied with the best."

9 October 2009, 06:35 AM	#2
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	there is always an option to make it a brushed look. I personally don't mind the PCLs. I think they add give that classy look. I do like the brushed oyster bracelet on my sub too.

9 October 2009, 06:39 AM	#4
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I am more concerned that the bracelet width seems to have remained the same while the watch case has gotten bigger. Seems to me the bracelet looks too small on the new subs and new gmt lls. Just my opinion.

9 October 2009, 06:41 AM	#5
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	The PCL's are prone to scratches, especially on the outside of the bracelet, for me, but they help to make the GMT look really good too. There's just no way around scratches if you wear a watch regularly. Brushed or no, it's going to show up eventually.

9 October 2009, 08:06 AM	#8
lek0708 Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Lauren Location: NC Watch: 1969 GMT Posts: 174	I totally agree with you pumpkin. I really hate PCLs as well, and I find them especially misplaced on any sports model. Since the Jubilee isn't my favorite either, I'm left with the option of buying a vintage bracelet or strapping it, leather or otherwise. Not good enough for me for the $ of a brand new watch.

9 October 2009, 09:44 AM	#12
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	Tough! Brush it yourself if you are worried. It is YOUR watch after all. __________________ member#3242

9 October 2009, 09:49 AM	#13
rolexnovice Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 16610 Posts: 366	MFER- Tough! Brush it yourself if you are worried. It is YOUR watch after all. very true, mfer. very true.

9 October 2009, 09:52 AM	#14
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,930	I'm with you Matrim!!!! I like the PCL's as well...Gives it a contrast!!! Having said that I love the brushed finish on the Sub as well....Some models look good with it,others don't! If you dont like the PCL's,brush them up..! Easy as that.. Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

9 October 2009, 09:54 AM	#15
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	That is why steel wool was invented!

9 October 2009, 09:55 AM	#16
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	I'm actually a fan of PCLs, but only on certain models. My first Rolex with PCLs is the Daytona and I think it looks awesome But, I definitely prefer my Sub without them.

9 October 2009, 09:58 AM	#17
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	PCL's are great. They do scratch, but oh well, that is what 5 year service appts are for!!!! __________________ member#3242

9 October 2009, 10:17 AM	#18
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I like them.

9 October 2009, 10:34 AM	#19
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683

9 October 2009, 11:42 AM	#21
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	My DJ has PCLs. I really like it. But the DJ is a dress watch. Rolex should offer it's industrial models without PCLs. Who knows, maybe someone will actually go yachting with their YM or diving with their Subbie!

9 October 2009, 11:48 AM	#22
chopperboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida USA Watch: Rolex Baby!! Posts: 442	I Have No Problem With The PCL....... __________________

9 October 2009, 12:30 PM	#23
ingoodtime "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,834	I like the look of the PCL and am used to them. My TT sub has them so I don't mind on my GMTIIc. I think it adds a really nice look.

9 October 2009, 12:37 PM	#24
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	PCLs on a gold Sub - now thats OK!!!!

9 October 2009, 12:55 PM	#25
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	I like the PCL. As others have mentioned, you can get to a brushed look if you really want it!

9 October 2009, 01:48 PM	#27
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Sweet gold Sub!

9 October 2009, 03:18 PM	#28
USCpaneristi Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: California Watch: Black SS Daytona Posts: 227	I actually think it looks quite nice on the Daytona, though I know I'm in the minority.

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