About expansion bracelets.
Regarding a recent discussion on expansion bracelets, I’m wearing my father’s old Timex today. The secret to these bracelets is to make sure that the links are not stretched too far. When sized correctly, they are very comfortable and don’t pull any hair. They also remain securely in place exactly where you set them. Here’s is the watch and my suggestion for sizing.
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Dave
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6.75” / 17.15 cm
I had many expansion bracelets "back in the day" and hair pulling was never an issue. Speidel and the scissor style.
Younger WIS need to learn to suck it up.
I had many expansion bracelets "back in the day" and hair pulling was never an issue. Speidel and the scissor style.
Younger WIS need to learn to suck it up.
I made a practice of collecting original bracelets for my vintage pieces. Only the ones that were missing too many links ever caused me trouble.
I have one that came on a 60s/70s era watch. It's cool, but badly in need of cleaning. Short of an ultrasonic bath (something I don't have), I'm not sure how to clean it. Any suggestions?
I have one that came on a 60s/70s era watch. It's cool, but badly in need of cleaning. Short of an ultrasonic bath (something I don't have), I'm not sure how to clean it. Any suggestions?
I think a lot of vintage guys just use soap and water with a soft toothbrush to get in the crevices.