u/chaqintaza

Image 1 — Talk me out of (or into) this Milanese on a Tropical Frogmantle. 20/18mm taper because I'm not spending $70+ for 20/16
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Talk me out of (or into) this Milanese on a Tropical Frogmantle. 20/18mm taper because I'm not spending $70+ for 20/16

u/chaqintaza — 2 months ago
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Help me think through this. I've got the clasp centered but the bracelet fits slightly on the tight side in the outer micro adjustment clasp position.

If I add a full link back it's hopelessly loose, but right now I am certain it will be too tight during hot weather or activity.

On the 6 oclock side of the bracelet, the clasp is held to what is essentially a half link, using a solid press fit pin (SEE ARROW IN PHOTO). Importantly, it isn't a split pin so I'm unsure if I can get it out safely without damaging, let alone back in.

I am considering pressing the pin out (which will remove both the half attachment link and an attached, pin and collar full link) and adding two regular full links, which would put me up one half link effectively.

In theory, if I can do this without damaging or getting stuck, it will work with the existing links which are the appropriate shape on the male (small) end to go into the clasp.

Other than that, a longer clasp with more micro adjust positions would also solve the issue, although I do really like the logo clasp. Plus sizing a clasp to go with an oddball sized oyster link is iffy unless someone has a specific recommendation.

There are lots of innovative members here! Hoping some of you have already solved this problem. Did you use either of these methods or something else I'm not thinking of? Aftermarket half link that fits the bracelet perhaps?

u/chaqintaza — 2 months ago