Ev_ Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 I'm considering a 4th gen 42mm PO with the steel bracelet. However, I'm a little concerned about the gap between the links attached to the watch and the next links along the bracelet. Searching around I've seen some pics where it looks huge and others where it's barely noticeable. Anyone know why this is? Is there a fix? Do the bracelets vary? Has the problem been resolved on later watches? If it's still a problem, how obvious is it when the watch is on your wrist? Any info gratefully received. Any photos of the problem or wrist shots would be appreciated. (Oh, and before anyone suggests it, I don't fancy a rubber or leather bracelet, nor a UPO!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicale Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 I never notice it on my wrist, personally. It might look different depending on wrist size and how the bracelet falls away from the lugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 The problem has to do with the shape of the first link (which is actually cut out to fit closer on the gen). I don't think that it has been corrected. I guess that the gap will not appear as great on a larger wrist, as it is emphasized by a sharp angle between the case and the bracelet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 Oh yeah, the gap DOES appear on a larger wrist too. My wrist is '8 and it was really noticeable. The bracelet and clasp on the 4th gen are absolute JUNK compared to the Ultimate version. I wish they'd make yet another round of the 42mm version with double AR, proper pearl and bracelet. In principle I like the smaller version a LOT more. On the other hand the 3rd Gen PO had very good bracelet (who still remembers that one?). Perhaps it could be swapped there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicale Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 How was the dial / pearl on the 3rd Gen, By-Tor? I remember reading that the hands were better too, is it worth getting a 3rd and 4th gen and putting the best parts together to make an ultimate 42mm? I am planning to get gen hands, but the gen dial is really expensive... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 The dial on the 3rd gen was no good... neither was the bezel (if I remember correctly). It's been so long since I owned that watch... Yeah, the hands were good and long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dovo1695 Posted April 13, 2008 Report Share Posted April 13, 2008 I'm also really interested in a 4th gen PO; 45 mm is just too big for my wrists:(. Trusty Time advertises the following about the bracelet on their 4th gen PO: "SS Bracelet has "PLANET OCEAN" Markings (BEST Edition ever made!)" Anybody bought this watch from TT recently? Has there been any upgrade in bracelet quality since the initial reviews? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted April 14, 2008 Report Share Posted April 14, 2008 The "inner clasp" on my 4th Gen was so soft metal, that I was able to twist it with my bare hands. The bracelet completely ruined the watch. I have no idea if it has been upgraded since. It's possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ylfig Posted April 14, 2008 Report Share Posted April 14, 2008 I still have my 4th gen and I completely gave up on the bracelet. I only wear it on leather now, although i Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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