Do the links have to be removed in any specific pattern? This will be my first link bracelet so I'm clueless. Lol.
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Watch with Stainless Steel Link Bracelet Orders
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Do the links have to be removed in any specific pattern? This will be my first link bracelet so I'm clueless. Lol.
THANK YOU. You don't know (actually, you do) what a relief this is.
Thank you for risking your hairs first, but damn you as I have no watch!
Feel for you! But at least when you do you won't be yelping in public every time you raise your arm and say 'Hey Siri'.
Imagine if Breitling had made the bracelet for Apple #
No, each is the same and unlike any link bracelet I know of? So you can just remove any combo of the 'removable' links.
They are very easy to remove but as far as I can see they can't come loose unintentionally (I have tried).
I've worn a black metal bracelet for maybe seven years now, there's nothing super particular that I find I need to do. I just lay out a microfiber cloth, maybe moisten it with the little bit of water, and wipe the bracelet down. I've never needed any soap or anything, just water. Perhaps others can chime in if maybe they polish theirs with anything from time to time. This one will be particularly easy to clean if you remove it from the watch and lay it down flat. I tend to avoid chlorine pools and salt water, even if my watch is very waterproof, but if I do take a dip, I'll be sure to rinse the whole watch pretty well with water right when I get out.
so that's a total of 12 links that could be removed? My wrist is 140MM - that's the reason I didn't order one b/c when I saw it in the store (they wouldn't remove any links for me) it wouldn't fit. I was told a total of 6 links could be removed and that still wouldn't fit. However my milanese bracelet fits and the small modern buckle fit and that is listed to be the same size as the 38 MM SS link.
BTW - I just did a chat with the Apple Store and they said they couldn't confirm how many links could be removed - WTF??
Cheers,
B
I have the 38mm one and I think it's a total of 8 that can be removed. I have about a 160mm wrist, maybe a little smaller, and I took all of them out but 2, I'm pretty sure.
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Thanks! Appreciate your advice
Right on the US Apple Store, for the 42mm it says Fits 140–205mm wrists.
For the 38mm it says Fits 135–195mm wrists.
So, the question really is, which looks better on your wrist? Looks like you have your pick. (though, if you lose any weight, the 42mm may get loose on you)
No, all the removable links are a fixed size. You can mix them up and add back randomly.
I have a few different watches with stainless steel bracelets. I typically just spray some water on a microfibre cloth and wipe the bracelet down. Sometimes I use some eyeglass cleaner to spray on the crystal and wipe that down with a microfibre clot, also works on the bracelet if there is anything on there. Most of my watches with stainless steel bands are lightly scratched, but I have never really cared enough to polish them out.
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If you're unsure and you have enough room on your CC, you could just order both and send the one back that doesn't fit as well. You have 14 days (appears that's actually 14 business days) to review the watches and return the one you don't want.
Just a thought...
Go to the Apple Store and look at the 3d view of the AW w/ Link Band. Turn it around so you can see the inside of the band and count All removable links have a button on them. I have 6 on each side with a button. I haven't removed all 6 from each side, but it seems possible.
All removable links have a button on them. I have 6 on each side with a button. I haven't removed all 6 from each side, but it seems possible.I'm a watch collector and have many traditional mechanical automatic watches with stainless steel bracelets.
I will wash the bracelets with an old soft bristle toothbrush and mild liquid hand soap under running water.
For scuffs/daily wear marks on the bracelets I find that a green scotch brite pad will restore the brushed finish if gently wiped down the length of the bracelet in the same direction as the factory brushed finish. I use this for my Omegas and other higher end watches. You could also order a fiberglass pen for taking out minor scuffs but I find it takes a lot longer.
For polished surfaces such as the sides of the case I would recommend either a small amount of automotive mag/aluminum polish or Maas Polish and a microfiber cloth or a Cape Cod cloth. The Cape Cod cloth is pretreated with a mild metal polish and will restore a mirror like shine to most polished metal surfaces.
For watch care related info I would recommend that you seek out some of the watch collector forums.
I will wash the bracelets with an old soft bristle toothbrush and mild liquid hand soap under running water.
For scuffs/daily wear marks on the bracelets I find that a green scotch brite pad will restore the brushed finish if gently wiped down the length of the bracelet in the same direction as the factory brushed finish. I use this for my Omegas and other higher end watches. You could also order a fiberglass pen for taking out minor scuffs but I find it takes a lot longer.
For polished surfaces such as the sides of the case I would recommend either a small amount of automotive mag/aluminum polish or Maas Polish and a microfiber cloth or a Cape Cod cloth. The Cape Cod cloth is pretreated with a mild metal polish and will restore a mirror like shine to most polished metal surfaces.
For watch care related info I would recommend that you seek out some of the watch collector forums.
I thought I read that the number of removable links differ between the 38mm and 42mm?
Hmm, they're now shipping the SS link bracelet; they have been shipping the SS 42" watch....
Maybe the hangup is a backlog of printing the fancy boxes?
Maybe the hangup is a backlog of printing the fancy boxes?
Looking at the 360 degree view of the 38mm, it does look like there are 6.
I actually ordered the 38 MM SS with milanese because I was concerned that would be the only band that would fit - luckily I received my watch on launch day. I love it but really prefer a link bracelet. I will have to visit my local Apple Store and inspect the 38 MM link bracelet - I'm now thinking I was shown the 42 MM version although the rep assured me it was the 38 MM.
I definitely don't think I could do the 42MM - the 38 fits perfect enough - the watch face itself covers my entire wrist.
Thanks for the suggestions folks
Cheers,
B
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Just trying to add logic as to why the 42" SS-LB have had no movement for an earlier than promised date, as Apple once claimed.
Sorry, if I wasn't clear
the only reason now I can think of is .. Tim Cook and his executive team are themselves polishing the watches ... to give a personal touch ! blah !
Just ordered a 42mm Link Bracelet
Hi all - Just ordered a 42mm Link Bracelet last night. It still showed May delivery, and my order is processing. Wonder when if May is still accurate and a reasonable delivery expectation?
Would appreciate any and all feedback.
Thanks!
Hi all - Just ordered a 42mm Link Bracelet last night. It still showed May delivery, and my order is processing. Wonder when if May is still accurate and a reasonable delivery expectation?
Would appreciate any and all feedback.
Thanks!
You shouldn't have any problems getting the bracelet by itself. It's getting the bracelet together with the watch that's been challenging.
Link Bracelet Only Orders ?? -- Start your own thread please
Do people with only Link Bracelet orders, mind starting their own thread ? Please don't cause more confusion and some pissed folks here .. !! we are happy for you that you are getting your orders but you are causing more confusion than anything .. !!
Do people with only Link Bracelet orders, mind starting their own thread ? Please don't cause more confusion and some pissed folks here .. !! we are happy for you that you are getting your orders but you are causing more confusion than anything .. !!
