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16 March 2025, 12:49 PM
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If I wear a vintage AP a lot...is the bracelet damned to stretchy hell?
I'm considering pulling the trigger on a vintage RO.
The bracelet looks pretty good, but I'm paranoid of it stretching over time, and a quick google search says that the stretch can't be fixed? Am I being paranoid? |
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17 March 2025, 01:31 AM
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you should be fine assuming you're not gonna be doing anything crazy with it. just wash it often because dirt is the main factor in causing stretch
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17 March 2025, 08:28 PM
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yes
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17 March 2025, 11:56 PM
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if price is the reason for going vintage, save some more and wait for a modern one. If you like the vintage then definitely go for it without worries. just keep it clean
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18 March 2025, 02:43 AM
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It happens due to multiple reason, but mostly wear and tear. You can’t prevent it 100% whilst wearing the watch, but you can absolutely mitigate it.
Buy a real (German made) ultrasonic bath, and learn how to remove the bracelet without damaging the case. Clean it once in a while and you’re good to go. |
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