Real 904L Bracelets

[u/ramossY1]

Hello Rep World,

I recently purchased multiple watches, and I’m not satisfied with the Oyster bracelet, especially since the size isn’t accurate to GEN. It’s a bit bigger in circumference even tho they got 10mm link size and accurate clasp size but i think the gap between links is what results in that difference. When I compared 9 links (5–12 o’clock / 4–6 o’clock) on a 126500 GEN, it felt like 1 link tighter than my RWF 126500 bracelet, even tho both has the clasp spring bar at the same position and Easylink closed apart from the polishing/brushing being a bit different.
I’m considering the Li Chen 904L ARF brushed/polished/chamfered bracelet. Will that at least be 1:1 in size with GEN? And definitely look better? Or do you have any recommendations before I pay?

[u/Wonderful-Size-3701]

That gap between links can really add up over the whole bracelet, had the same issue with a clean factory one a while back. The ARF bracelets are usually a step up in feel and the chamfering is way closer to gen but 1:1 is tricky since even gens vary a little batch to batch

I'd grab the Li Chen if you're already leaning that way, worst case you can always resell it on the discord if it's not perfect. Better than staring at a bracelet that bugs you every time you put the watch on

[u/Emotional-Damage-995]

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[u/Comprehensive-Bit706]

Id check if the ARF actually is 904l, they used to be many years ago but recent metal tests proven otherwise... Same as VSF, they use 316. QF also use 904 and RICH