Every Apple Watch band Apple released. Ever.

[toxtrepla]

I’m gonna need a 2nd job.... or a second husband. 🤣🤣

Thats the spirit!

Why I try not to wear dark colors, episode 1:
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No way around it man. The darker dyes are just brutal. I find that if i wipe the bands down really well with a microfiber cloth after a day of wear (and dont wear them for multiple consecutive days) I can avoid shininess almost entirely. I feel like its the long term exposure to sweat thats the primary issue. Another reason to keep lighter colors on in summer months.

 

[staggerlee41]

I mean the only way to avoid the wear on sport bands is to not wear them. It's a watch band, it's made to be worn! If it's one you wear regularly and want to have one that's pristine for your collection, buy a second.

 

[mikedis]

Thats the spirit!


No way around it man. The darker dyes are just brutal. I find that if i wipe the bands down really well with a microfiber cloth after a day of wear (and dont wear them for multiple consecutive days) I can avoid shininess almost entirely. I feel like its the long term exposure to sweat thats the primary issue. Another reason to keep lighter colors on in summer months.

Will keep that in mind next time I wear darker colors! Any experience with how brutal Dragon Fruit is?

 

[Marcel55]

Thats the spirit!


No way around it man. The darker dyes are just brutal. I find that if i wipe the bands down really well with a microfiber cloth after a day of wear (and dont wear them for multiple consecutive days) I can avoid shininess almost entirely. I feel like its the long term exposure to sweat thats the primary issue. Another reason to keep lighter colors on in summer months.

I take something like this for the shining parts. It’s possible to make the band nearly New againe!

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[BreatheNow]

Yes! 🤣🤣
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I’m gonna need a 2nd job.... or a second husband. 🤣🤣

Apple Sport Band

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$25 plus 7 shipping for a lightly used Lavender Gray (that's what it says)

 

[mizmimi02]

Apple Sport Band

Shop analovefashion's closet or find the perfect look from millions of stylists. Fast shipping and buyer protection. Apple Sport Band. Gently Used. Color: Lavender Gray. Size: 44MM. Some light marks/discolorations from use as seen in last photo.

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$25 plus 7 shipping for a lightly used Lavender Gray (that's what it says)

Got it!! Thanks!!

 

[TotalMacMove]

I have given up putting too much anxiety into the slicks.

Black sport band worn for a total of 24 hours, give or take.

 

[Fhotofaerie]

I have given up putting too much anxiety into the slicks.

Black sport band worn for a total of 24 hours, give or take.

Glad it’s not just me.

 

[mikedis]

I have given up putting too much anxiety into the slicks.

Black sport band worn for a total of 24 hours, give or take.

Yep. Still waiting for @toxtrepla to mock up some band condoms.

 

[CodeRaven]

Yep. Still waiting for @toxtrepla to mock up some band condoms.

Dude, you're still wanting those? 🤣

 

[jamieinoc]

Dude, your still wanting those? 🤣

How are these band condoms even supposed to work? Wouldn’t the band still rub against the band condom and get shine on it?

 

[mikedis]

Dude, your still wanting those? 🤣

How are these band condoms even supposed to work? Wouldn’t the band still rub against the band condom and get shine on it?

Well, my idea of a protective film would essentially just be some clear stickers that cover both the front and back of the band. This allows the color to remain while preventing sweat & oils from actually touching the band. Once stickers get messy, just peel off and replace. It’s really just a complicated solution though. Regularly wiping down bands is probably a better solution overall.

 

[jamieinoc]

Well, my idea of a protective film would essentially just be some clear stickers that cover both the front and back of the band. This allows the color to remain while preventing sweat & oils from actually touching the band. Once stickers get messy, just peel off and replace. It’s really just a complicated solution though. Regularly wiping down bands is probably a better solution overall.

Good idea, but my concern would be that the adhesive would still remove color when you peeled it off.

 

[toxtrepla]

Well, my idea of a protective film would essentially just be some clear stickers that cover both the front and back of the band. This allows the color to remain while preventing sweat & oils from actually touching the band. Once stickers get messy, just peel off and replace. It’s really just a complicated solution though. Regularly wiping down bands is probably a better solution overall.

Band Condoms Can still result in unplanned surprises.

You should try to cut some Saran Wrap and lay it on the underside of the pin strip. Just for science.

The real issue isn’t color pulling, but it’s the inevitable condensation/sweat leakage that will occur between the fluoroelastomer and the film layer. I will share some pictures of some of my most worn bands. If you wipe them down with a cloth HARD after a day of wearing it, you’ll legit negate any sign of wear.

When you come to the forum for band comparisons and walk away thinking about band condoms and band rub downs: you know you’re home.

 

[jwlbel]

We need a condom to practice safe rubbing. Like you said, we would not want any unplanned surprises.

 

[jamieinoc]

We need a condom to practice safe rubbing

No band condom is 100% effective, always make sure to practice multiple forms of safe band rubbing.

 

[BreatheNow]

Either ask for the code on the back (G1 38mm starts MLD82) OR check the front of the box. If it says '316L Stainless Steel Pin' on the front of the box under 'Red' it's G1, if it just says 'Stainless Steel Pin', it's G2.

If it's not boxed, G1 says (Product)RED on the pin strap, G2 doesn't.

If it's in a new-style textless box, it's G3

I've bought this band directly from Apple in 2016. It doesn't have "316L" in front of "Stainless Steel Pin". However it has the (Product)RED stamp on the pin strap. It is the brightest Red in comparison to my other Reds I have. I guess it still makes the 1st gen (Product)RED band

 

[jamieinoc]

I've bought this band directly from Apple in 2016. It doesn't have "316L" in front of "Stainless Steel Pin". However it has the (Product)RED stamp on the pin strap. It is the brightest Red in comparison to my other Reds I have. I guess it still makes the 1st gen (Product)RED band

Is your model number MLDJ2? If so then you have Gen 1. Also, based on the timeframe and color of the band it must be Gen 1. Gen 2 came out in fall 2017.

 

[BreatheNow]

Yep

Is your model number MLDJ2? If so then you have Gen 1. Also, based on the timeframe and color of the band it must be Gen 1. Gen 2 came out in fall 2017.

Yep Yep MLDJ2ZMA👍 It just doesn't say "316L" on the box. Thank you!

 

[MostlyARMless]

I've bought this band directly from Apple in 2016. It doesn't have "316L" in front of "Stainless Steel Pin". However it has the (Product)RED stamp on the pin strap. It is the brightest Red in comparison to my other Reds I have. I guess it still makes the 1st gen (Product)RED band

Well, that's blown my theory out of the water! Must have just been a happy coincidence I ended up with the right ones!

Thanks for the clarification. I've edited the original post so as not to mislead the uninitiated.

 

[SeppelHut]

If you wipe them down with a cloth HARD after a day of wearing it, you’ll legit negate any sign of wear.

Do you wipe them wet or dry?

 

[PurBle]

Hi. Does anyone have any outside photos of OG yellow and pollen side by side to share? I have pollen but lately I’ve been jonesing for a deeper more saturated shade. Thanks!

 

[mizmimi02]

I have given up putting too much anxiety into the slicks.

Black sport band worn for a total of 24 hours, give or take.

Same. It's on the inside, or at least a place that I can't see, so it doesn't bother me much anymore. It used to drive me insane.

 

[jeremyfernie]

A pair of "brown" concepts: Cedar and Milk Chocolate

 

[mikedis]

A pair of "brown" concepts: Cedar and Milk Chocolate
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Probably don’t want to get the two mixed up.

mmm, sawdust.