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Old 28 March 2020, 08:59 AM   #1
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AP bracelet look the best, very elegant, especially Rose Gold, but it might not fit well for some people.

No micro adjustment like Rolex, some people might have to use 1.5 link to adjust.
Agree. Patek and AP need to step up their game and add micro adjustments.
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Old 28 March 2020, 09:28 AM   #2
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The ouster is hard to beat.
Next would be the nautilus for it’s organic quality.


The new omega Speedmaster 321 (&50th) is worth mentioning
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Old 28 March 2020, 10:03 AM   #3
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Could not agree more the new Jubilee it's like your not even wearing a watch. Most comfortable I have ever tried and unless you have actually wore it you really can't comment on how perfect it is.
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Old 28 March 2020, 10:27 AM   #4
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I love the president bracelet, hits just the right notes for me. I'd actually take the oyster over the jubilee. I think the jubilee just looks more fragile (even if its in reality well built) than the oyster, on the new GMTs.
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Old 28 March 2020, 10:35 AM   #5
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Aesthetically speaking, I’d have to say Presi, RO, Oyster, PP, followed by the jubilee. Nice combo, and I was wondering who’s buying the IG watch holders. Now I know.
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Old 28 March 2020, 11:42 AM   #6
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My favorite metal band is the President, followed by the Jubilee
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Old 28 March 2020, 11:54 AM   #7
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Rolex Oyster- nothing else compares...sorry.
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Old 28 March 2020, 11:57 AM   #8
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Old 28 March 2020, 12:16 PM   #9
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OP, a beautiful display of bracelets.
I have only experienced Oysters, which is what all of mine are.
Although, there are different incarnations, I find each of them very comfortable.
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Old 28 March 2020, 12:17 PM   #10
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Jubilee for me. I love it on my DJ 41. For many years I lusted after the jubilee on the DJ, however, the 36mm size was just too small for me. The DJII was a nice size upgrade but was not offered on the jubilee for some reason. Then came the DJ41, which was the perfect size for me and had the jubilee. Unfortunately for me it was offered only in PM and I was not interested in that at the time. As soon as the DJ41 came out in SS with jubilee and that gorgeous blue dial, I was hooked.
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Old 28 March 2020, 12:55 PM   #11
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Best looking for me goes to the AP. I remember the first time I saw one. I was taking the bus from my plane to the terminal at Munich airport, and there was a guy standing next to me wearing one. He was holding the pole on the bus and his wrist was about 6 inches from my eyes. I could not stop staring. Looked killer.

Favorite bracelet I’ve actually worn was my old 5-digit Oyster. I actually had to look down at my wrist once to make sure the watch was still there. It was the middle of winter and I had a heavy coat and gloves, but still. I’ve never worn another watch where I actually thought it had fallen off. Lost my breath for a second until I pulled my sleeve up.

Cool pics, OP.
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Old 27 April 2020, 06:22 AM   #12
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Jubilee absolute comfort and not shiny like polished center link oyster.
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Old 27 April 2020, 06:30 AM   #13
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the new omega on the 321 and 50th anniversary is a big leap from the previous and is exceptional.


also noteworthy is the new breitling bullet bracelet just released on new models.
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Old 27 April 2020, 06:46 AM   #14
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AP without any doubt
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Old 27 April 2020, 07:16 AM   #15
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For me the best looking and most comfortable are the Rolex oyster bands.
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Old 27 April 2020, 08:29 AM   #16
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Hi all,

I'm trying to stay busy at home by working out, reading, and watching tv. Still bored so I thought I would start a discussion about bracelets. I much prefer bracelets over straps due to the versatility.

I would say my most comfortable bracelet is the Nautilus bracelet. The finishing and smooth edges are very nice. The best design goes to the AP bracelet. It's amazing how it looks industrial but at the same time very elegant on the wrist. The President is my favorite due to the comfort, elegance and robustness. Lastly, the Oyster bracelet is just iconic for Rolex.

I would love to hear your thoughts on your favorite bracelets. Feel free to post pics.





Completely agree with all of your points!
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Old 27 April 2020, 09:27 AM   #17
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Love the organic quality of the nautilus
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Old 27 April 2020, 09:33 AM   #18
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I don't own it any more, but the bracelet on my JLC was beautifully made... I do think a gold bracelet has a certain something extra.

I don't have a better photo

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Old 27 April 2020, 10:47 AM   #19
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Bracelet guy here, oyster is my favorite, love the look, comfort and no hair pulling either, the president would be my second favorite, don’t like how the jubilee looks as much
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Old 27 April 2020, 10:51 AM   #20
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President bracelet for me.
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Old 27 April 2020, 10:52 AM   #21
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Super jubilee hands down the most comfortable and beautiful when it comes to shining in bright and low lights
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Old 27 April 2020, 10:53 AM   #22
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Hi all,

I'm trying to stay busy at home by working out, reading, and watching tv. Still bored so I thought I would start a discussion about bracelets. I much prefer bracelets over straps due to the versatility.

I would say my most comfortable bracelet is the Nautilus bracelet. The finishing and smooth edges are very nice. The best design goes to the AP bracelet. It's amazing how it looks industrial but at the same time very elegant on the wrist. The President is my favorite due to the comfort, elegance and robustness. Lastly, the Oyster bracelet is just iconic for Rolex.

I would love to hear your thoughts on your favorite bracelets. Feel free to post pics.





The Prez looks awesome as does the RG oyster. I have to say not a fan of the AP bracelet....looks like inside of a Rolex bracelet to me
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Old 27 April 2020, 10:53 AM   #23
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Nautilus first, President second, RO third.
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Old 27 April 2020, 12:51 PM   #24
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Those in the OP picture are absolutely top-notch. I would add the Blancpain X71 to the list of top bracelets, very substantial, very comfortable and a very beautiful design as well.

Love the Rolex Oyster - have yet to have the pleasure of trying the President, but hope eventually!
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Old 27 April 2020, 01:38 PM   #25
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Without a doubt the original Doxa BOR bracelets. So few of them remain in proper shape because of all the moving pieces. The bracelet includes:

Ratcheting clasp to auto adjust wrist sizing
Double spring driven extended clasps to allow for wet suits

There are fewer pleasures than the “click click click” of cinching up a Doxa bracelet.
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Old 27 April 2020, 03:01 PM   #26
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Am I the only one not impressed with the PP Nautilus bracelet? ESPECIALLY the clasp, feels cheap to me and the design, while subjective, I find a bit monotonous. Prefer the bracelets from AP, VC and Rolex Presi.
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Old 27 April 2020, 04:21 PM   #27
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As much as I love Rolex I have to admit AP bracelet is superb, kinda want to buy an AP watch just because of the bracelet.
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Old 27 April 2020, 04:25 PM   #28
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In my experience, i found president and jubilee bracelets are the most comfortable to wear.....they are better than oyster bracelet
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Old 27 April 2020, 05:04 PM   #29
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The Jubilee bracelet is hands-down the most comfortable bracelet I've worn. I really like the modern Oyster bracelet but the PCL on the DJ36 kill it for me slightly.
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Old 28 April 2020, 04:39 PM   #30
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Oyster > Jubilee > president


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