Braided rope bracelet with black steel marine shackle - BOSCO

Measure your wrist circumference with a flexible tape measure, just above the bone, without tightening. Then choose size S (19 cm bracelet) for a wrist of 14 to 17 cm, size M (21 cm) for a wrist of 17 to 19 cm, or size L (23 cm) for a wrist of 19 to 21 cm. If you don't have a tape measure, wrap a piece of string around your wrist, mark it, then measure it flat with a ruler. When your measurement falls exactly between two sizes, take the larger one for a looser fit, or the smaller one if you like a snug bracelet.

The clasp is a horseshoe shackle, also called a lyre shackle, made of stainless steel with a black finish. Stainless steel is appreciated in jewelry for its strength and good resistance to everyday humidity and perspiration. The shackle closes with a screw-in pin, just like the shackles used aboard boats to connect sails, pulleys, and ropes. This closure is both decorative and functional: once the pin is fully screwed in, the bracelet remains securely in place. On all models, the clasp is identical; only the color of the cord changes.

The bracelet is closed using the screw-in pin of the shackle. To put it on, unscrew the pin completely by turning it counter-clockwise, holding it firmly so you don't drop it. Pass the shackle through the link at the other end of the bracelet, then replace the pin and screw it back in fully, without forcing, until it stops. For ease, perform this operation over a table rather than a tiled floor or a sink. With a little practice, the gesture becomes quick, and it is part of the charm of this nautical-inspired bracelet.

We recommend removing the bracelet before swimming, in the pool or the sea, as well as for showering. While the stainless steel shackle handles normal humidity well, the braided cord can tarnish, fade, or stiffen after repeated exposure to chlorinated or salty water. As the exact composition of the cord is not disclosed by the manufacturer, we prefer to remain cautious. After a splash or rain, simply let the bracelet air dry, laid flat, away from direct heat sources. This simple precaution preserves the brilliance of the colors and the suppleness of the braiding for a long time.

To clean the braided cord, use a soft, slightly damp cloth, optionally with a drop of mild soap, then dab without scrubbing vigorously so as not to damage the braiding. Rinse with a cloth dampened with clear water and let dry flat in the open air. The steel shackle can be wiped simply with a dry cloth. Avoid household products, solvents, and prolonged exposure to perfumes or creams, which could stain or tarnish the colors. Finally, store your bracelet flat, in a pouch or jewelry box, away from direct sunlight.

Yes, BOSCO is a unisex bracelet. Its three sizes cover wrist circumferences from 14 to 21 cm, allowing for a fit suitable for both slim and large wrists. In terms of style, the Black, Navy blue, Brown, or Olive green colors offer a sober, masculine look, while the Pink, Sky blue, Camel, or Pearl grey shades add more softness. However, these are only suggestions: choose according to your own taste. It is also a very nice gift to offer as a duo, to a couple or two friends.

Absolutely, that is even one of its best uses. BOSCO wears very well next to a watch, on the same wrist or the opposite one. With a diving watch or a sports watch, the Navy blue, Black, or Red colors reinforce the nautical spirit. With a leather strap watch, the Brown, Camel, or Olive green shades create a warm and coherent ensemble. If you wear it on the same wrist as your watch, place it preferably on the elbow side, to prevent the steel shackle from rubbing against the watch case or glass.