jmac3789 0 Posted February 6, 2013 (edited) I've been looking at Breitling reps for a while now. Ultimately I decided to go with a PAM 111 from BK for my first rep but I've officially caught the bug and am looking at Breitling. A friend of mine recently bought an avenger from a TD and is very happy with the overall look of the watch. The case is so good that he is even considering (if possible) purchasing a gen bracelet for it. But that's just the point, he is somewhat disappointed with the SS bracelet. When looking at TD sites (Toro in particular) I notice that in the details for different models there are different descriptions of the bracelet material. Some of the bracelets are listed simply as "SS", some are listed as "316F SS" or "316L SS". The particular model that this friend ordered has a bracelet listed as just plain SS. Is this a lower grade steel than the 316 F/L? Hoping someone has some insight into this as I'd love a Breitling rep but a cheap feeling stainless steel strap would really annoy me to the point where I think I wouldn't even wear the watch! Edited February 6, 2013 by jmac3789 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted February 6, 2013 AD sell gen watches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted February 6, 2013 Your friend should consider cleaning and oiling his bracelet for a better feel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmac3789 0 Posted February 6, 2013 oops thanks. muscle memory at work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted February 6, 2013 It's not the steel used, it's the dirt and grime and lack of lube. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaggyPants 0 Posted February 6, 2013 It's not the steel used, it's the dirt and grime and lack of lube. +1 It's astounding the difference a good clean with hot water and detergent, or WD40, and an old toothbrush will make. All my bracelets get the treatment, plus a soak in baby oil for a few hours, and they feel superb afterwards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmac3789 0 Posted February 6, 2013 thanks guys, seems to make sense. now the wait for cny to end!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted February 6, 2013 What the buzz about Breitling bracelets recently? I have 5, all great, no any problems, some 3 years old, some brand new, whatdahell is going on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffw69 0 Posted February 6, 2013 And I wouldn't get caught up in the 316F, 316L, etc. crap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Lebowski 0 Posted August 26, 2013 Watch Bracelet Spa Treatment: http://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?showtopic=38810 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
