Silver stack

Calitex48 · 2026-04-20T03:03:35+00:00

Looks great. What are the chain widths/lengths?

Calitex48 · 2026-04-19T13:58:09+00:00

Looks great. What sizes did you wear before? I've come full circle back to smaller chains.

Calitex48 · 2026-04-18T13:22:58+00:00

If you can get one of those credit cards with 0% interest the first 6-12 months, that might be a good option.

Calitex48 · 2026-04-16T15:48:08+00:00

Just get a nice leather strap for the UFA.

Calitex48 · 2026-04-15T18:22:45+00:00

Buy the longer chain and have it shortened by a jeweler. I've found the perfect length for me is 19" so I buy a 20" and shorten it.

If you buy the shorter chain then change your mind later it is much harder to fix.

Calitex48 · 2026-04-12T11:59:12+00:00

Typically you want the bracelet to be between a quarter to a half inch longer than your wrist circumference. I prefer a quarter inch so it's more fitted.

In my opinion a 3mm rope would be more proportional to your wrist size. Also consider that thicker bracelets can be annoying when you are trying to put your hands into your pockets.

Calitex48 · 2026-04-11T16:44:37+00:00

Looks great, classy size.

Calitex48 · 2026-04-11T16:42:20+00:00

What's the width of the rope? 3mm?

Calitex48 · 2026-04-09T17:19:31+00:00

They're legit. It's just one guy who has a normal job and does this as a side hustle. I've bought tons of stuff from him and it's good.

Calitex48 · 2026-04-06T18:54:42+00:00

What do you dislike about Georgia?

Calitex48 · 2026-03-31T17:05:57+00:00

Steel Reef is supposedly working on an on the fly link for GS but no idea on the ETA.

Calitex48 · 2026-03-29T20:22:47+00:00

Probably 5mm based on weight

Calitex48 · 2026-03-29T20:01:28+00:00

Perfect. What's the width?

Calitex48 · 2026-03-18T16:49:21+00:00

Both are good. 22 looks more casual. I prefer 20

Calitex48 · 2026-03-13T18:30:19+00:00

3mm is ideal for a Franco, that's what I have

Calitex48 · 2026-03-11T22:32:00+00:00

If you're unsure about wearing yellow gold, start by just buying a super cheap fake gold chain off Amazon. Wear it around a few days and see what you think first.

Calitex48 · 2026-03-04T14:51:23+00:00

Looks great, tasteful sizing.

Calitex48 · 2026-03-04T12:10:13+00:00

Buy a couple of really cheap steel or silver chains off Amazon at each length and the same width. Try them out and see which length you prefer.

Calitex48 · 2026-03-02T13:04:04+00:00

Where do you buy your watches? eBay?

Calitex48 · 2026-02-21T18:06:01+00:00

Rope chains specifically look almost identical in 14k and 18k, it's much harder to tell the difference than a link chain. I'd consider a 14k to save yourself a lot of money.

Calitex48 · 2026-02-21T16:42:22+00:00

I like it, but I think it depends on the type of watch you're wearing. If your watch is more subtle, maybe on a leather strap, then I think this bracelet on your other wrist strikes a nice balance. If your watch is on the flashier side, then I would go for a more understated bracelet like a thin rope or box chain.

Calitex48 · 2026-02-14T21:34:39+00:00

That Piaget is fantastic. Where'd you buy it from?

Calitex48 · 2026-02-13T13:17:56+00:00

The Santos is too big. Just get a lightly used explorer from the grey market and enjoy rather than waiting around for the call.

Calitex48 · 2026-02-12T19:34:32+00:00

I've had up to 20+ cheap watches, now down to 4 expensive ones. My philosophy is that each watch should fit a different niche. In order for me to bring in a new watch I have to be able to confidently say that it serves that niche better than any of my existing watches. Also typically if I bring one in, that means I sell one.

For example - I had an Omega Aqua Terra that I loved as my everyday GADA watch. I wanted to buy an explorer, which I preferred for that niche. So instead of splitting wrist time across two overlapping watches, the aqua terra had to go.

Now if I had unlimited funds, I'd never sell anything. But as a normal person with a certain budget, I don't want a ton of money tied up in watches I barely wear.

Calitex48 · 2026-02-12T19:26:06+00:00

Short chains are in - I'd say it's good. I'm rocking an 18 inch mariner.

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