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Toni
PostPosted: Thu Nov 03, 2011 3:35 am 
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Was rumbling around in my watchbox, regretting that I sold(stupid stupid) the original bracelet for my 1808, got the idea to try my B01 bracelet on....

And to My VERY big surprise it fitted like a charm :mrgreen:

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For some harcore vintagers this is a big NO NO, but I think it works, what say Ye?

Best from Sweden
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I think it works too, but it does seem to make it a little less standout - kinda blends with the look of more recent left hand crown chrono-matics to me.
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Roffensian wrote:
I think it works too, but it does seem to make it a little less standout - kinda blends with the look of more recent left hand crown chrono-matics to me.



Thanks Roff, I see Your point, this is the combo I usually wear:

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If the watch had a high gloss case finish, as does the bracelet, it would be a better match imho.
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Toni wrote:
Roffensian wrote:
I think it works too, but it does seem to make it a little less standout - kinda blends with the look of more recent left hand crown chrono-matics to me.



Thanks Roff, I see Your point, this is the combo I usually wear:

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Cheers

Toni


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