A Tale of Two Bracelets

I think I prefer the simple bracelet shown above on the Orient M-Force. But I waver. The new, higher grade 316L is a bit busy but perhaps I'll get used to it. Sometimes I outright hate it; other times, I think I'm worrying over nothing.

Update:

Ten minutes after posting this, I wore the newly braceleted watch and looked down at it; then I looked at it in the mirror. Here's what I notice: Online photos are flattering while in person the bracelet has a checker board look that clashes with the dial and bezel. I'll probably put on the original.

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Comments

[Gary]

Jeff - For what it's worth (not much), I prefer the original bracelet for these reasons: 1) it's less busy looking, 2) its color matches the watch case better, and 3) it fits flush with the case (no gap).

[herculodge]

You're right, Gary. The color match is better with the original. I hadn't thought of that.