1016 1016 on Bracelet or Leather

[Ronin]

So, I have a dilemma.

 

I finally installed the C&I 7206 bracelet, with minimal stretch for its age, on my 1016 project (Project: http://www.rwgforum.net/topic/151625-1016-wip-almost-fin/).

 

I then received an offer of $750 from an acquaintance who wants to buy the bracelet from me.  I am on the fence.  I don't need the money, but I am also luke-warm on the "fit" (primarily endlinks).  I also need to remove a link (which is no big deal, I have a tool that makes quick work of R&Ring these links).

 

Finally, I could install a 9315 w/558 end-links (558 are the correct link for the 160x case).  This would proved the best bracelet fit, but I loose the rivets.  It does fit the "Service Theme"

 

Photos to help with decision.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On the Fence...

[ldegeneve]

Definitely the bracelet. What's C&I?

[danielv2000]

Bracelet

[Ueno]

bracelet...

[Ronin]

Definitely the bracelet. What's C&I?

 

C&I were the USA Market 7206.  Key differences are the clasp is a bit larger, and lack the Steelinox marking, etc.  Also, the Rivets have dimples in the tops of them.

[freddy333]

7206, which is what they were originally sold with.

[mjmj]

I like it with leather. I am going through a leather phase now and feel that its less showy

[1680]

Personally I don't like the 1016-leather combo, doesn't work for me since the Explorer is the pure toolwatch.

Over all I don't like the 7206 that much and I think I would put a 7836 or 78360 on it. Imho it would be more correct since you have a service dial.

I would sell the 7206 and get a nice 7836/78360 instead and you have probably a bit money left as well.

[ogladio]

Definitely bracelet, looks great!

 

I've tried out leather on my 1016 but didn't really like it. Currently have it on nato instead, gives a more relaxed look:

 

 

[Ronin]

Personally I don't like the 1016-leather combo, doesn't work for me since the Explorer is the pure toolwatch.

Over all I don't like the 7206 that much and I think I would put a 7836 or 78360 on it. Imho it would be more correct since you have a service dial.

I would sell the 7206 and get a nice 7836/78360 instead and you have probably a bit money left as well.

 

I have to say, you make some excellent points.  Thus, my 3rd choice.  While the 7836x is the correct, non-safety clasp counterpart to the 9315x, I have a MINT 9315 sitting in my safe.  With the correct endlinks (558) for this DJ 160x case, it could be the perfect mash-up for a 40+year old watch.  (I am not a purest, and matching a 783x vs 9315x is a plausible real world scenario).

[Ephry73]

All good points. Personally, I like the 1016 on a nice knitted NATO strap, or a folded bracelet.

[correctime]

I'd use a Bracelet but with better fitting end pieces.

[vlydog]

I vote for bracelet.

 

Love the nude diver too

[Ronin]

Keep the comments coming.  I will shoot it with a 9315/558 when I get a chance.

[iKauai]

You mentioned "I have a tool that makes quick work of R&Ring these links" could you share a pic with the forum? I'm sure there are others here that would like to make "quick work" of adding and replacing the links on these Vintage Rolex USA C⚜I* Rivet Oyster Bracelet's as well as the Swiss made counterparts.
*The mark between the C and I is named a Fleur de Lis (flower of the lily) which is of French origin and in auction's it is replaced with a plus (+) sign,erroneously.

[Ephry73]

 Another strap that comes to mind is a shortened NASA velcro. I know its not super correct, but could be period correct if you worked at NASA at the time. Just saying. 

[iKauai]

I forgot to add that on another forum "rlxDeusIrae" suggests that all the USA Oyster bracelet end pieces will work they just need a little massaging here and there to get them to fit just right.

[dieselpower]

1016 needs steel bracelet or a nato. IMHO

[If you see Kay]

I have mine on an oyster bracelet now, but used to wear it with leather.  ONly a good genuine croc strap that tapers to 16mm with a 16mm buckle is more true than the 18mm buckles that commonly come with this.

[JoeyB]

The lizard strap makes it look very classy. 

[Guest zeleni kukuruz]

Im a bracelet guy and i just love the simple rokex bracelets

But @R this watch belongs on the lizard mate!

[1680]

I have to say, you make some excellent points.  Thus, my 3rd choice.  While the 7836x is the correct, non-safety clasp counterpart to the 9315x, I have a MINT 9315 sitting in my safe.  With the correct endlinks (558) for this DJ 160x case, it could be the perfect mash-up for a 40+year old watch.  (I am not a purest, and matching a 783x vs 9315x is a plausible real world scenario).

 

Hi Ronin,

totally understand. To be honest I'll do the same and wear my 1016 on a 93150 (78360 with 93150 clasp) I want that extra bit of "safety". And it's not uncommon, when you ordered a Explorer back then it was possible to get it with a Fliplock clasp.