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Review on πŸ”§ Gilden 18-22mm Stainless Steel SC Expansion 540W by Patrick Ross

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Elastic straps just aren't for me

I have a 22mm wide watch and it says it fits 18-22mm but they do it with spring loaded wings that stick out. I didn't like that the strap is 18mm wide. On my 43mm watch with a 22mm lug width, the 18mm strap just looked appalling. The band was originally too long to wear, so I removed some of the links. I couldn't have done this without the video, so I'm grateful it was available. The video said you wouldn't be able to see where the links were removed, but I could make out where I bent the metal back. The band fit really well after the links were removed but it's a hair pulling. My arms aren't that hairy and my hair is fine, but after wearing this bracelet for a few hours I can't pull my hair out. Overall the product works as expected and is of good quality. I'm just not a fan of these bracelets. I would recommend this for 18mm watches. The whole point of elastic bands is having a metal bracelet that is comfortable but just plain uncomfortable.

Pros
  • Fingers crossed
Cons
  • Not as thick as other picks