Joel Carney
I was really searching for a simple bracelet that didn't make it look like I was trying too hard. I wanted something that would be good for the Summer and could be worn in the water. Just a nice casual bracelet that wasn't leather or metal and was understated. Surprisingly, this is hard to find. Most seem really overdone.I was hesitant to purchase this bracelet due to the price. Not that it is ridiculously expensive, it is just expensive for a thin piece of rope with a magnet on the end. Having said that, I really liked the way the orange popped on the Dakar version of this item and I couldn't find something else I liked, so I gave it a try.Material:The rope itself is very nice. It is not like paracord, it is a woven piece that is much nicer than something like paracord. It holds its shape well and is soft against the skin. It isn't scratchy or irritating at all.Clasp:Well, the magnet works. I would have a hard time believing that this would come off with normal daily use. The magnet actually makes it easy to put on and take off with one hand, which can be a problem for bracelets. My only concern is if it will hold up to swimming or surfing (or really any other activity that stressed it). I haven't tried that yet, but for day to day wear, it is great.Sizing:I would say to pay close attention to the sizing guidelines and measure your wrist. My wrist is 7.5 inches and I ordered the large. The bracelet is snug, not tight, but it also doesn't flop around. I can't imagine getting this size on if my wrist was any larger. I would say that their sizing guidelines are pretty accurate.Quality:For what it is, it is very nice. Again, it is a rope with a magnet on the end. The rope seems to be very nice quality and the magnet is professionally attached with no fraying around the connection to the rope. Honestly, it is nocer than a lot of the bracelets you might see next to a cash register in a shopping mall.Final Thoughts:The ultimate test for me is whether I would buy it again. I am only a few days into this bracelet and so far I would say that I would. I will hold judgement on that until I have worn it a few months and see how it holds up. If the magnetic clasp holds up and stays connected and the rope does not fray or the colors fade, I will probably buy another one in a different color. If it falls apart, I will update this review accordingly.Edit: I wore it night and day for a week of surfing in Rincon, Puerto Rico last week and the clasp never came undone. Very happy with the purchase.Edit #2: I bought this about a year ago. I wore it all Summer and during lots of outdoor activities in and out of the water. It was put away most of the Winter, but I pulled it back out last week and it is back on the wrist and looks just as good as the day I bought it. I actually came back to this listing to get another one and decided to include this edit.***********************************************************************************************************************************************I rely on reviews when I make purchases so I put a lot of time into reviewing everything I buy on Amazon for personal and my business. Please show your appreciation by clicking the "helpful" below when it asks if the review is helpful!!!
