EP0921742A1 - Watchband with hinged chain links and watch equipped with same - Google Patents

Watchband with hinged chain links and watch equipped with same

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EP0921742A1
EP0921742A1 EP96926994A EP96926994A EP0921742A1 EP 0921742 A1 EP0921742 A1 EP 0921742A1 EP 96926994 A EP96926994 A EP 96926994A EP 96926994 A EP96926994 A EP 96926994A EP 0921742 A1 EP0921742 A1 EP 0921742A1
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bracelet
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Stéphane LINDER
Silvano Carraro
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TAG Heuer SA
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    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A44HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
    • A44CPERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
    • A44C5/00Bracelets; Wrist-watch straps; Fastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps
    • A44C5/02Link constructions
    • A44C5/10Link constructions not extensible
    • A44C5/107Link constructions not extensible with links made of more than two elements including connecting elements

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  • Bracelet with articulated links and watch fitted with such a bracelet.
  • the present invention relates to a strap, in particular a watch strap according to the preamble of claim 1 More specifically, the present invention relates to a watch strap with articulated links. The present invention also relates to a watch provided with such a bracelet.
  • the straps made up of several rows of articulated metal links are particularly solid and their aesthetics are well suited to sports watches for example.
  • An object of the invention is to improve the ergonomics and the comfort of this type of bracelet
  • the bracelet comprises abutment members limiting the pivoting angle of the links. This prevents any pinching of skin or hair between the links when the angle of curvature of the bracelet becomes very small.
  • Patent CH-A5-66V184 describes a bracelet comprising stop members to limit the pivoting angle of the links.
  • the solution described is however limited to bracelets provided with a single row of links.
  • this bracelet is complicated. to manufacture
  • the bracelet described in patent CH-482421 also has only one row of links.
  • the opening of the bracelet is limited by stops formed by contact lines on the upper face of the bracelet
  • the stop members prevent any direct contact between links. This is avoided wear caused by friction on lines or contact surfaces between links. This characteristic is particularly advantageous for bracelets covered with a precious metal plating tending to be damaged if the links come into direct contact.
  • the successive links of at least one row are separated by interstices. These gaps remain regardless of the curvature given to the bracelet.
  • the width of these interstices can be perfectly controlled thanks to the stop members. This interstice is sufficient to prevent pinching of skin or hair and improves the ventilation of the skin and the evacuation of perspiration between the links of the bracelet. This characteristic also makes it possible to obtain more aesthetic bracelets.
  • the successive links inside each row are separated by interstices
  • the curvature of the bracelet can be perfectly controlled thanks to the abutment members, it is thus possible to obtain a curvature between successive links, for example regular and therefore a particularly aesthetic bracelet
  • the abutment members are preferably little or not visible from the outside of the bracelet, and abut against a portion of the links distinct from the main faces, for example against the inside of an opening through the links. In this way, contact and wear between links takes place only in places that are barely visible or invisible
  • At least certain links can be easily removed or added in order to adjust the length of the bracelet according to the wrist of the user.
  • the links can preferably be removed without disassembly of the member. corresponding stop
  • the bracelet is of simple and economical construction, has a limited number of separate parts and allows easy assembly.
  • FIG. 1 a perspective view of a first variant of a bracelet comprising stop members in the form of tongues secured to the links of the first row,
  • FIG. 2 a side view of the bracelet according to the first variant, illustrating in superposition two extreme positions of the links of the first row,
  • Figure 3 a perspective view of a second variant of bracelet comprising stop members in the form of pins secured to the links of the second row and abutting against the interior of a larger opening formed through the links of the first row,
  • FIG. 4 a perspective view of a third preferred variant of the bracelet comprising stop members in the form of pins secured to the links of the second row and abutting against the interior of a recess in the front wall of the links from the first row,
  • Figure 5 a side view of bracelet according to the third variant illustrating in superposition two extreme positions of the links of the first row.
  • the bracelet segment shown by way of example in FIG. 1 has three rows of metal links.
  • the central row (“first row") is constituted by the successive links 1, l ', etc.
  • Each of the other two lateral rows is formed by symmetrical links 2, 2 ', 2 ", etc.
  • all the links have substantially the same length and the same thickness.
  • the links of the central row are however offset by about half a link length compared to the links in the other two rows, but the links could have varying lengths and thicknesses, and the offset between rows could be different.
  • the links have a substantially planar or convex upper face.
  • the lower face, close to the skin, is substantially parallel to the upper face.
  • the two side faces are approximately flat and parallel.
  • the front face is only roughly flat and is provided with a recess 16. In the same way, the rear face is provided with a stop member 15.
  • Aesthetic considerations can naturally impose different and extremely varied link shapes.
  • the various faces of the links, particularly the upper face, can be curved rather than flat.
  • the different links could also have a very rounded shape in the shape of a bean grain for example.
  • Each link in the first row for example the link l ', can pivot relative to the previous link 1 around a first pin or pivot 3.
  • the pin 3 is adjusted in openings 21 formed in two adjacent links 2 of the second row If the links l 'or 2' must be removable, in order to adjust the length of the bracelet, the opening 21 crosses the links 2 'so that the pin 3 can be removed and the links removed If at on the contrary, the links 1 and 2 'do not need to be removable, preferably openings 21 will be chosen which do not completely pass through the links 2' and thus make it possible to conceal the two ends of the pins 3
  • each link l ′ of the central row can pivot relative to the following link 1 "around a second pin 3 ′ fitted into openings 21 formed in two adjacent links 2" of the second row II is not necessary that the second pin 3 'be removable the links can be removed in groups of three by removing only the first pin 3
  • each link in the first row 1, 1 ', etc. is provided with a stop member in the form of a tongue 15 which is inserted into the corresponding recess 16 of the preceding pivoting link. It is of course also possible to reverse the arrangement of the tongue 15 and of the recess 16. The shape of the tongues 15 is provided so that the links fit together without difficulty. These stop members 15 make it possible to limit the pivot angle of the links 1 'of the first row around the pins 3 and 3'.
  • FIG. 2 provides a better understanding of the action of the stop members 15. It illustrates in superposition two extreme positions adopted by the links of the first row. It can be seen that, in the upper position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is maximum, the contact between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is essentially between the lower part of the stop member 15 and the lower part of the corresponding recess 16 Similarly, in the lower position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is minimal, the contact between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is essentially between the upper part of the stop member 15 and the upper part of the corresponding recess 16.
  • the main faces of two successive links never come into contact, and there is always a gap 17 between the lower faces of the links.
  • the only contact surface between two successive links 1, l is relegated far from the faces, in the recess 16, where the risk of pinching is minimal and where wear is less detrimental to the aesthetics of the bracelet
  • stop members 15 also limit the pivot angle of the links of the other lateral rows 2, 2 ′, etc.
  • tongues 15 and corresponding recesses 16 can be imagined.
  • the recess 16 could be less closed than in FIGS. 1 and 2, in order to relegate the contact surface even further from the main faces.
  • Figure 3 illustrates a perspective view of a second variant bracelet according to the invention. Elements identical or similar to those of the first variant described above bear the same numbering and their description will not be repeated HERE
  • the abutment members limiting the pivoting angle of the pivoting links 1, 1 ', etc. are constituted by pins 4, 4 ′ secured to the links of the other lateral rows 2, 2 ′, etc. These pins pass through holes 13 through the links 1, 1 ', etc of the first row.
  • the diameter of the holes 13 is greater than the diameter of the active portion of the corresponding pins 4, 4 '
  • the central links 1, 1', etc. can pivot around the pins 3 and 3 ', the pivot angle being however limited by the limited travel of the pins 4 4 'in the openings 13
  • this second variant has the advantage of machining the links clearly facilitates the pivoting angle of the links 1, 1 ′, etc can be easily controlled by adapting the diameter and / or the location of the openings 13 and / or the pins 4, 4 '
  • This solution allows for example to vary the maximum pivot angles along the bracelet, some links can be assembled almost rigidly with openings 13 of small diameter, while other links can be assembled loosely with openings 13 of large diameter, giving greater clearance to the pins 4, 4 '
  • it is possible to subsequently varying the maximum or minimum radius of curvature of a bracelet by replacing links with others provided with openings 13 of different diameter rent, or by using pins 4, 4 'of different diameter, or by using links provided with openings 20, 13 placed differently.
  • the curvature and shape of the bracelet can therefore be adapted to the user's wrist without changing the number of links
  • the different links can only be made removable if the hinge pins 3 'as well as the stop pins 4' can be removed. When these two pins are removed, the assembly between the links 2 ', 1' and 2 'and the respective previous links 2, 1, 2 is undone. Pins 3 and 4 should only be removed if it is necessary to dismantle the links 2 ', V, 2' individually, which is generally not necessary It is therefore necessary to provide at least two through holes 20, 21 through the side links 2, 2 ', etc., which is relatively unsightly and complicates the assembly and disassembly of the bracelet
  • FIG. 4 illustrates a perspective view of a third variant of an advantageous bracelet on this point
  • the elements identical or similar to those of the variants described above have the same numbering and their description will not be repeated here
  • the abutment members limiting the pivoting angle of the links 1, 1 ′, etc. are constituted by pins 4, 4 ′ secured to the links of the other rows 2, 2 ′, etc.
  • these pins here pass through recesses 10 machined in the front wall before the links 1, 1 ', etc.
  • the height of the recesses 10 is greater than the diameter of the active portion of the corresponding pins 4, 4' in the recess.
  • the recesses 10 can for example have a rectangular profile and can be easily obtained for example by milling.
  • the links 1, 1 ′, etc. of the first row can pivot around the pins 3 and 3 ′, the pivot angle being however limited by the limited travel of pins 4, 4 'in the recesses 10
  • FIG. 5 makes it possible to better understand the action of the stop members 4, 4 ′ in the recesses 10. It illustrates in superposition two extreme positions adopted by the links of the first row It can be seen that, in the upper position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is maximum, the articulation between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is limited only by the contact between the lower part of the pin 4' and the lower part of the corresponding recess 10. Similarly, in the lower position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is minimal, the articulation between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is limited only by the contact between the part upper part of the pin 4 'and the upper part of the corresponding recess 10. The different faces of different links never come into contact. The only stop zone limiting the articulation of the links is relegated to the bottom of the recess 10, where the risk of pinching is less and where wear is the least detrimental to the aesthetics of the bracelet.
  • this solution makes it possible to remove or add links without removing the pins 4, 4 '.
  • the pivoting of the links is limited in both directions, both in the case of an increase and a reduction in the radius of curvature of the bracelet.
  • by playing on the arrangement of the organs of bu- tee and corresponding openings it is possible to forgo limiting the reduction in the radius of curvature of the bracelet
  • two separate abutment members 4 and 4 ′ are provided to limit the pivoting of a link with respect to the previous link and with respect to the next link in the same row
  • a single stop 4 or 4 ′ limiting only the pivoting relative to the preceding link or relative to the following link, may prove to be sufficient.
  • stop pins 4, 4 ′ pass completely through the central links. It is however possible to use stops integral with the peripheral links 2, 2 ', etc. which would not completely pass through the holes 13 or the recesses 10 through the central links 1, 1 ", etc. For example, it is possible to replace each pin 4, 4 'with two portions of pins. The first portion of pin is in this case secured to a side link 2, 2 ', etc. and the second pin portion is secured to the corresponding link on the other lateral row The holes or recesses 10, 13, then do not need to be through
  • the links of the bracelet will not necessarily have the shape illustrated in the figures
  • the links close to the horns of the watch or of the clasp will be specially adapted

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Abstract

The watchband comprises for instance three rows of metal chain links. The chain links of the first central row (1, 1' etc.) are offset with respect to the chain links of the other two rows (2, 2' etc.). Each chain link of the central row (1') can pivot with respect to the preceding chain link (1) and with respect to the following chain link (1'') about pins (3) linked to the chain links of the lateral rows. Stop elements, for instance other pins (4, 4') also linked to the chain links of the lateral rows, restrict the pivoting angle of the central chain links about the first pins (3). The chain links are removable for adjusting the length of the watchband. The advantages are ergonomic and aesthetic. The invention avoids the skin being pinched or hairs being pulled. It also reduces the wear of the chain links and allows good control of the curve of the watchband, and of the interstices between successive chain links.

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Bracelet à maillons articulés et montre munie d'un tel bracelet. Bracelet with articulated links and watch fitted with such a bracelet.
La présente invention concerne un bracelet, en particulier un bracelet de montre selon le préambule de la revendication 1 Plus précisément, la présente invention concerne un bracelet de montre à maillons articulés. La présente invention concerne également une montre munie d'un tel bracelet.The present invention relates to a strap, in particular a watch strap according to the preamble of claim 1 More specifically, the present invention relates to a watch strap with articulated links. The present invention also relates to a watch provided with such a bracelet.
Parmi les différents types de bracelet de montre connus, les bracelets constitués par plusieurs rangées de maillons métalliques articulés sont particulièrement solides et leur esthétique convient bien à des montres sportives par exempleAmong the different types of known watch strap, the straps made up of several rows of articulated metal links are particularly solid and their aesthetics are well suited to sports watches for example.
Un but de l'invention est d'améliorer l'ergonomie et le confort de ce type de braceletAn object of the invention is to improve the ergonomics and the comfort of this type of bracelet
Selon un aspect de l'invention, ce but est atteint grâce aux éléments de la partie caractérisante de la revendication 1 Des formes d'exécution préférentielles sont indiquées dans les revendications dépendantesAccording to one aspect of the invention, this object is achieved thanks to the elements of the characterizing part of claim 1 Preferential embodiments are indicated in the dependent claims
Selon un autre aspect de l'invention, le bracelet comporte des organes de butée limitant l'angle de pivotement des maillons On empêche ainsi tout pincement de peau ou de poils entre les maillons lorsque l'angle de courbure du bracelet devient très petit.According to another aspect of the invention, the bracelet comprises abutment members limiting the pivoting angle of the links. This prevents any pinching of skin or hair between the links when the angle of curvature of the bracelet becomes very small.
Le brevet CH-A5-66V184 décrit un bracelet comprenant des orga- nés de butée pour limiter l'angle de pivotement des maillons La solution décrite est toutefois limitée à des bracelets munis d'une seule rangée de maillons En outre, ce bracelet est compliqué à fabriquerPatent CH-A5-66V184 describes a bracelet comprising stop members to limit the pivoting angle of the links. The solution described is however limited to bracelets provided with a single row of links. In addition, this bracelet is complicated. to manufacture
Le bracelet décrit dans le brevet CH-482421 n'a également qu'une seule rangée de maillons. L'ouverture du bracelet est limitée par des butées constituées par des lignes de contact sur la face supérieure du braceletThe bracelet described in patent CH-482421 also has only one row of links. The opening of the bracelet is limited by stops formed by contact lines on the upper face of the bracelet
Selon un autre aspect avantageux de l'invention, les organes de butée empêchent tout contact direct entre maillons On évite de cette manière l'usure causée par le frottement sur les lignes ou les surfaces de contact entre maillons. Cette caractéristique est notamment avantageuse pour des bracelets recouverts d'un plaquage en métal précieux tendant à s'abîmer si les maillons entrent en contact directAccording to another advantageous aspect of the invention, the stop members prevent any direct contact between links. This is avoided wear caused by friction on lines or contact surfaces between links. This characteristic is particularly advantageous for bracelets covered with a precious metal plating tending to be damaged if the links come into direct contact.
Selon un autre aspect avantageux de l'invention, les maillons successifs d'au moins une rangée sont séparés par des interstices. Ces interstices subsistent quelle que soit la courbure donnée au bracelet. La largeur de ces interstices peut être parfaitement maîtrisée grâce aux organes de butée Cet interstice est suffisant pour éviter tout pincement de peau ou de poil et amé- liore l'aération de la peau et l'évacuation de la transpiration entre les maillons du bracelet. Cette caractéristique permet en outre d'obtenir des bracelets plus esthétiques. Dans une variante préférentielle, les maillons successifs à l'intérieur de chaque rangée sont séparés par des intersticesAccording to another advantageous aspect of the invention, the successive links of at least one row are separated by interstices. These gaps remain regardless of the curvature given to the bracelet. The width of these interstices can be perfectly controlled thanks to the stop members. This interstice is sufficient to prevent pinching of skin or hair and improves the ventilation of the skin and the evacuation of perspiration between the links of the bracelet. This characteristic also makes it possible to obtain more aesthetic bracelets. In a preferred variant, the successive links inside each row are separated by interstices
Selon un autre aspect avantageux de l'invention, la courbure du bra- celet peut être parfaitement maîtrisée grâce aux organes de butée il est ainsi possible d'obtenir une courbure entre maillons successifs par exemple régulière et donc un bracelet particulièrement esthétiqueAccording to another advantageous aspect of the invention, the curvature of the bracelet can be perfectly controlled thanks to the abutment members, it is thus possible to obtain a curvature between successive links, for example regular and therefore a particularly aesthetic bracelet
Les organes de butée sont de préférence peu ou pas visibles depuis l'extérieur du bracelet, et butent contre une portion des maillons distincte des faces principales, par exemple contre l'intérieur d'une ouverture a travers les maillons. De cette manière, le contact et l'usure entre maillons ont lieu uniquement en des endroits peu ou pas visiblesThe abutment members are preferably little or not visible from the outside of the bracelet, and abut against a portion of the links distinct from the main faces, for example against the inside of an opening through the links. In this way, contact and wear between links takes place only in places that are barely visible or invisible
Selon un autre aspect avantageux de l'invention, au moins certains maillons peuvent être aisément retirés ou ajoutes afin d'ajuster la longueur du bracelet en fonction du poignet de l'utilisateur Les maillons peuvent de préférence être retirés sans démontage de l'organe de butée correspondantAccording to another advantageous aspect of the invention, at least certain links can be easily removed or added in order to adjust the length of the bracelet according to the wrist of the user. The links can preferably be removed without disassembly of the member. corresponding stop
Selon un autre aspect avantageux de l'invention, le bracelet est de construction simple et économique, présente un nombre limité de pièces distinctes et permet un assemblage aise D'autres avantages et particularités de l'invention seront mieux compris à la lecture des exemples décrits plus en détail ci-après et des figures correspondantes qui illustrent:According to another advantageous aspect of the invention, the bracelet is of simple and economical construction, has a limited number of separate parts and allows easy assembly. Other advantages and particular features of the invention will be better understood on reading the examples described in more detail below and the corresponding figures which illustrate:
la figure 1 , une vue en perspective d'une première variante de bracelet comprenant des organes de butée en forme de languettes solidaires des maillons de la première rangée,FIG. 1, a perspective view of a first variant of a bracelet comprising stop members in the form of tongues secured to the links of the first row,
la figure 2, une vue latérale de bracelet selon la première variante, illustrant en superposition deux positions extrêmes des maillons de la première rangée,FIG. 2, a side view of the bracelet according to the first variant, illustrating in superposition two extreme positions of the links of the first row,
la figure 3, une vue en perspective d'une deuxième variante de bracelet comprenant des organes de butée en forme de goupilles solidaires des maillons de la deuxième rangée et butant contre l'intérieur d'une ouverture plus grande ménagée à travers les maillons de la première rangée,Figure 3, a perspective view of a second variant of bracelet comprising stop members in the form of pins secured to the links of the second row and abutting against the interior of a larger opening formed through the links of the first row,
la figure 4, une vue en perspective d'une troisième variante préfé- rentielle de bracelet comprenant des organes de butée en forme de goupilles solidaires des maillons de la deuxième rangée et butant contre l'intérieur d'un évidement dans la paroi frontale des maillons de la première rangée,FIG. 4, a perspective view of a third preferred variant of the bracelet comprising stop members in the form of pins secured to the links of the second row and abutting against the interior of a recess in the front wall of the links from the first row,
la figure 5, une vue latérale de bracelet selon la troisième variante illustrant en superposition deux positions extrêmes des maillons de la première rangée.Figure 5, a side view of bracelet according to the third variant illustrating in superposition two extreme positions of the links of the first row.
Le segment de bracelet représenté à titre d'exemple sur la figure 1 comporte trois rangées de maillons métalliques. La rangée centrale ("première rangée") est constituée par les maillons successifs 1 , l', etc. Chacune des deux autres rangées latérales est constituée par des maillons symétriques 2, 2', 2", etc. Dans cet exemple, tous les maillons ont sensiblement la même longueur et la même épaisseur. Les maillons de la rangée centrale sont toutefois décalés d'une demi-longueur de maillon environ par rapport aux maillons des deux autres rangées. Les maillons pourraient cependant avoir des longueurs et des épaisseurs variables, et le décalage entre rangée pourrait être différent. Dans l'exemple représenté, les maillons comportent une face supérieure sensiblement plane ou convexe. La face inférieure, proche de la peau, est sensiblement parallèle à la face supérieure. Les deux faces latérales sont approximativement planes et parallèles. La face avant n'est que grossièrement plane et est munie d'un evidement 16. De la même manière, la face arrière est munie d'un organe de butée 15. Des considérations esthétiques peuvent naturellement imposer des formes de maillons différentes et extrêmement variées Les diverses faces des maillons, particulièrement la face supérieure, peuvent être galbées plutôt que planes. Les différents maillons pourraient aussi avoir une forme très arrondie en forme de grain de haricot par exemple.The bracelet segment shown by way of example in FIG. 1 has three rows of metal links. The central row ("first row") is constituted by the successive links 1, l ', etc. Each of the other two lateral rows is formed by symmetrical links 2, 2 ', 2 ", etc. In this example, all the links have substantially the same length and the same thickness. The links of the central row are however offset by about half a link length compared to the links in the other two rows, but the links could have varying lengths and thicknesses, and the offset between rows could be different. In the example shown, the links have a substantially planar or convex upper face. The lower face, close to the skin, is substantially parallel to the upper face. The two side faces are approximately flat and parallel. The front face is only roughly flat and is provided with a recess 16. In the same way, the rear face is provided with a stop member 15. Aesthetic considerations can naturally impose different and extremely varied link shapes. The various faces of the links, particularly the upper face, can be curved rather than flat. The different links could also have a very rounded shape in the shape of a bean grain for example.
Chaque maillon de la première rangée, par exemple le maillon l', peut pivoter par rapport au maillon précédent 1 autour d'une première goupille ou pivot 3. La goupille 3 est ajustée dans des ouvertures 21 ménagées dans deux maillons adjacents 2 de la deuxième rangée Si les maillons l' ou 2' doi- vent être amovibles, afin d'ajuster la longueur du bracelet, l'ouverture 21 traverse les maillons 2' de manière à ce que la goupille 3 puisse être retirée et les maillons démontés Si au contraire les maillons 1 et 2' n'ont pas besoin d'être amovibles on choisira de préférence des ouvertures 21 qui ne traversent pas complètement les maillons 2' et permettent ainsi de dissimuler les deux ex- trémités des goupilles 3Each link in the first row, for example the link l ', can pivot relative to the previous link 1 around a first pin or pivot 3. The pin 3 is adjusted in openings 21 formed in two adjacent links 2 of the second row If the links l 'or 2' must be removable, in order to adjust the length of the bracelet, the opening 21 crosses the links 2 'so that the pin 3 can be removed and the links removed If at on the contrary, the links 1 and 2 'do not need to be removable, preferably openings 21 will be chosen which do not completely pass through the links 2' and thus make it possible to conceal the two ends of the pins 3
De la même manière chaque maillon l' de la rangée centrale peut pivoter par rapport au maillon suivant 1" autour d'une deuxième goupille 3' ajustée dans des ouvertures 21 ménagées dans deux maillons adjacents 2" de la deuxième rangée II n'est pas nécessaire que la deuxième goupille 3' soit amovible les maillons peuvent être retirés par groupe de trois en démontant uniquement la première goupille 3In the same way each link l ′ of the central row can pivot relative to the following link 1 "around a second pin 3 ′ fitted into openings 21 formed in two adjacent links 2" of the second row II is not necessary that the second pin 3 'be removable the links can be removed in groups of three by removing only the first pin 3
Si aucun organe de butée n'était prévu, le pivotement des maillon l', 2' autour de la goupille 3 ne serait limité que par le contact direct avec un autre maillon 1 ou 2. En cas de pivotement du maillon dans le sens inverse des ai- guilles de la montre (augmentation locale du rayon de courbure du bracelet), le contact se ferait près de la face supérieure convexe du maillon l' ou 2', ce qui à la longue pourrait abîmer ie traitement de surface du maillon Au contraire, en cas de pivotement du maillon dans le sens des aiguilles de la montre (diminution locale du rayon de courbure du bracelet), le contact se ferait près de la face inférieure du maillon 1 ' ou 2', ce qui risquerait de pincer la peau ou les poils de l'utilisateurIf no stop member was provided, the pivoting of the link 1 ', 2' around the pin 3 would only be limited by direct contact with another link 1 or 2. In the event of pivoting of the link in the opposite direction of the watch hands (local increase in the radius of curvature of the bracelet), contact would be made near the convex upper face of the l 'or 2' link, which in the long run could damage the surface treatment of the Au link. otherwise, in in the case of pivoting of the link clockwise (local decrease in the radius of curvature of the bracelet), contact would be made near the underside of the link 1 'or 2', which could pinch the skin or user hair
Dans la première variante de l'invention, chaque maillon de la première rangée 1 , 1 ', etc. est muni d'un organe de butée sous forme de languette 15 qui vient s'insérer dans l'évidement correspondant 16 du maillon pivotant précédent. Il est naturellement aussi possible d'inverser la disposition de la languette 15 et de l'évidement 16. La forme des languettes 15 est prévue de manière à ce que les maillons s'emboîtent sans difficultés Ces organes de butée 15 permettent de limiter l'angle de pivotement des maillons 1 ' de la première rangée autour des goupilles 3 et 3'.In the first variant of the invention, each link in the first row 1, 1 ', etc. is provided with a stop member in the form of a tongue 15 which is inserted into the corresponding recess 16 of the preceding pivoting link. It is of course also possible to reverse the arrangement of the tongue 15 and of the recess 16. The shape of the tongues 15 is provided so that the links fit together without difficulty. These stop members 15 make it possible to limit the pivot angle of the links 1 'of the first row around the pins 3 and 3'.
La figure 2 permet de mieux comprendre l'action des organes de butée 15. Elle illustre en superposition deux positions extrêmes adoptées par les maillons de la première rangée On voit que, dans la position supérieure représentée, lorsque le rayon de courbure du bracelet à cet endroit est maximal, le contact entre le maillon 1 et le maillon suivant 1 ' se fait essentiellement entre la partie inférieure de l'organe de butée 15 et la partie inférieure de l'évidement correspondant 16 Similairement, dans la position inférieure represen- tée, lorsque le rayon de courbure du bracelet a cet endroit est minimal, le contact entre le maillon 1 et le maillon suivant 1 ' se fait essentiellement entre la partie supérieure de l'organe de butée 15 et la partie supérieure de l'évidement correspondant 16. Les faces principales de deux maillons successifs n'entrent jamais en contact, et il subsiste toujours un interstice 17 entre les faces infé- rieures des maillons. La seule surface de contact entre deux maillons successifs 1 , l' est reléguée loin des faces, dans l'évidement 16, là où le risque de pincement est minime et où l'usure est moins préjudiciable à l'esthétique du braceletFIG. 2 provides a better understanding of the action of the stop members 15. It illustrates in superposition two extreme positions adopted by the links of the first row. It can be seen that, in the upper position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is maximum, the contact between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is essentially between the lower part of the stop member 15 and the lower part of the corresponding recess 16 Similarly, in the lower position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is minimal, the contact between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is essentially between the upper part of the stop member 15 and the upper part of the corresponding recess 16. The main faces of two successive links never come into contact, and there is always a gap 17 between the lower faces of the links. The only contact surface between two successive links 1, l is relegated far from the faces, in the recess 16, where the risk of pinching is minimal and where wear is less detrimental to the aesthetics of the bracelet
L'homme du métier comprendra que les organes de butée 15 limitent également l'angle de pivotement des maillons des autres rangées latérales 2, 2', etc Diverses formes de languettes 15 et d'évidemeπts correspondants 16 peuvent être imaginées. L'évidement 16 pourrait être moins refermé que sur les figures 1 et 2, afin de reléguer la surface de contact encore plus loin des faces principales.Those skilled in the art will understand that the stop members 15 also limit the pivot angle of the links of the other lateral rows 2, 2 ′, etc. Various forms of tongues 15 and corresponding recesses 16 can be imagined. The recess 16 could be less closed than in FIGS. 1 and 2, in order to relegate the contact surface even further from the main faces.
La figure 3 illustre une vue en perspective d'une deuxième variante de bracelet selon l'invention. Les éléments identiques ou similaires à ceux de la première variante décrite ci-dessus portent la même numérotation et leur description ne sera pas reprise ICIFigure 3 illustrates a perspective view of a second variant bracelet according to the invention. Elements identical or similar to those of the first variant described above bear the same numbering and their description will not be repeated HERE
Dans cette deuxième variante, les organes de butée limitant l'angle de pivotement des maillons pivotants 1 , l', etc sont constitués par des goupilles 4, 4' solidaires des maillons des autres rangées latérales 2, 2', etc Ces goupilles traversent des trous 13 à travers les maillons 1 , 1 ', etc de la première rangée. Le diamètre des trous 13 est plus grand que le diamètre de la portion active des goupilles correspondantes 4, 4' Les maillons centraux 1 , 1 ', etc peuvent pivoter autour des goupilles 3 et 3', l'angle de pivotement étant toutefois limité par le débattement limité des goupilles 4 4' dans les ouvertures 13In this second variant, the abutment members limiting the pivoting angle of the pivoting links 1, 1 ', etc. are constituted by pins 4, 4 ′ secured to the links of the other lateral rows 2, 2 ′, etc. These pins pass through holes 13 through the links 1, 1 ', etc of the first row. The diameter of the holes 13 is greater than the diameter of the active portion of the corresponding pins 4, 4 'The central links 1, 1', etc. can pivot around the pins 3 and 3 ', the pivot angle being however limited by the limited travel of the pins 4 4 'in the openings 13
Il est naturellement possible d'inverser cette disposition et d'utiliser des goupilles de butée solidaires des maillons centraux 1 , 1 ' etc et coopérant avec des trous plus grands dans les maillons latéraux 2, 2', etcIt is naturally possible to reverse this arrangement and to use stop pins integral with the central links 1, 1 ′ etc. and cooperating with larger holes in the side links 2, 2 ′, etc.
Par rapport à la première variante de l'invention décrite ci-dessus en relation avec les figures 1 et 2, cette deuxième variante présente l'avantage d'un usinage des maillons nettement facilite L'angle de pivotement des maillons 1 , 1 ', etc peut être contrôlé facilement en adaptant le diamètre et/ou l'emplacement des ouvertures 13 et/ou des goupilles 4, 4' Cette solution per- met par exemple de varier les angles maximaux de pivotement le long du bracelet, certains maillons peuvent être assemblés presque rigidement avec des ouvertures 13 de faible diamètre, tandis que d'autres maillons peuvent être assemblés de manière plus lâche avec des ouvertures 13 de grand diamètre, donnant un débattement plus grand aux goupilles 4, 4' En outre, il est possible de varier après coup le rayon de courbure maximal ou minimal d'un bracelet en remplaçant des maillons par d'autres munis d'ouvertures 13 de diamètre diffé- rent, ou en utilisant des goupilles 4, 4' de diamètre différent, ou en utilisant des maillons munis d'ouvertures 20, 13 placées différemment. La courbure et la forme du bracelet peuvent ainsi être adaptées au poignet de l'utilisateur sans changer le nombre de maillonsCompared to the first variant of the invention described above in relation to FIGS. 1 and 2, this second variant has the advantage of machining the links clearly facilitates the pivoting angle of the links 1, 1 ′, etc can be easily controlled by adapting the diameter and / or the location of the openings 13 and / or the pins 4, 4 'This solution allows for example to vary the maximum pivot angles along the bracelet, some links can be assembled almost rigidly with openings 13 of small diameter, while other links can be assembled loosely with openings 13 of large diameter, giving greater clearance to the pins 4, 4 'In addition, it is possible to subsequently varying the maximum or minimum radius of curvature of a bracelet by replacing links with others provided with openings 13 of different diameter rent, or by using pins 4, 4 'of different diameter, or by using links provided with openings 20, 13 placed differently. The curvature and shape of the bracelet can therefore be adapted to the user's wrist without changing the number of links
Les différents maillons ne peuvent être rendus amovibles que si les goupilles d'articulation 3' aussi bien que les goupilles de butée 4' peuvent être retirées. Lorsque ces deux goupilles sont retirées, l'assemblage entre les maillons 2', 1 ' et 2' et les maillons précédents respectifs 2, 1 , 2 est défait. Les goupilles 3 et 4 ne doivent être retirées que s'il est nécessaire de démonter les maillons 2', V, 2' individuellement, ce qui n'est généralement pas nécessaire II est donc nécessaire de prévoir au moins deux trous traversants 20, 21 à travers les maillons latéraux 2, 2', etc , ce qui est relativement inesthétique et complique le montage et le démontage du braceletThe different links can only be made removable if the hinge pins 3 'as well as the stop pins 4' can be removed. When these two pins are removed, the assembly between the links 2 ', 1' and 2 'and the respective previous links 2, 1, 2 is undone. Pins 3 and 4 should only be removed if it is necessary to dismantle the links 2 ', V, 2' individually, which is generally not necessary It is therefore necessary to provide at least two through holes 20, 21 through the side links 2, 2 ', etc., which is relatively unsightly and complicates the assembly and disassembly of the bracelet
La figure 4 illustre une vue en perspective d'une troisième variante de bracelet avantageuse sur ce point Les éléments identiques ou similaires à ceux des variantes décrites ci-dessus portent la même numérotation et leur description ne sera pas reprise iciFIG. 4 illustrates a perspective view of a third variant of an advantageous bracelet on this point The elements identical or similar to those of the variants described above have the same numbering and their description will not be repeated here
Dans cette troisième variante, comme dans la deuxième variante, les organes de butée limitant l'angle de pivotement des maillons 1 , 1 ', etc sont constitués par des goupilles 4, 4' solidaires des maillons des autres rangées 2, 2', etc Toutefois, ces goupilles traversent ici des evidements 10 usinés dans la paroi frontale avant des maillons 1 , 1 ', etc La hauteur des evidements 10 est plus grande que le diamètre de la portion active des goupilles correspondantes 4, 4' dans l'évidement. Les evidements 10 peuvent par exemple avoir un profil rectangulaire et être obtenus aisément par exemple par fraisage Les maillons 1 , 1 ', etc de la première rangée peuvent pivoter autour des goupilles 3 et 3', l'angle de pivotement étant toutefois limité par le debattement limité des goupilles 4, 4' dans les evidements 10In this third variant, as in the second variant, the abutment members limiting the pivoting angle of the links 1, 1 ′, etc. are constituted by pins 4, 4 ′ secured to the links of the other rows 2, 2 ′, etc. However, these pins here pass through recesses 10 machined in the front wall before the links 1, 1 ', etc. The height of the recesses 10 is greater than the diameter of the active portion of the corresponding pins 4, 4' in the recess. The recesses 10 can for example have a rectangular profile and can be easily obtained for example by milling. The links 1, 1 ′, etc. of the first row can pivot around the pins 3 and 3 ′, the pivot angle being however limited by the limited travel of pins 4, 4 'in the recesses 10
La figure 5 permet de mieux comprendre l'action des organes de butée 4, 4' dans les evidements 10. Elle illustre en superposition deux positions extrêmes adoptées par les maillons de la première rangée On voit que, dans la position supérieure représentée, lorsque le rayon de courbure du bracelet à cet endroit est maximal, l'articulation entre le maillon 1 et le maillon suivant 1 ' est limitée uniquement par le contact entre la partie inférieure de la goupille 4' et la partie inférieure de l'évidement correspondant 10. Similairement, dans la position inférieure représentée, lorsque le rayon de courbure du bracelet à cet endroit est minimal, l'articulation entre le maillon 1 et le maillon suivant 1 ' est limitée uniquement par le contact entre la partie supérieure de la goupille 4' et la partie supérieure de l'évidement correspondant 10. Les différentes faces de maillons différents n'entrent jamais en contact. La seule zone de butée limitant l'articulation des maillons est reléguée au fond de l'évidement 10, là où le risque de pincement est moindre et où l'usure est la moins préjudiciable à l'esthétique du bracelet.FIG. 5 makes it possible to better understand the action of the stop members 4, 4 ′ in the recesses 10. It illustrates in superposition two extreme positions adopted by the links of the first row It can be seen that, in the upper position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is maximum, the articulation between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is limited only by the contact between the lower part of the pin 4' and the lower part of the corresponding recess 10. Similarly, in the lower position shown, when the radius of curvature of the bracelet at this location is minimal, the articulation between the link 1 and the next link 1 'is limited only by the contact between the part upper part of the pin 4 'and the upper part of the corresponding recess 10. The different faces of different links never come into contact. The only stop zone limiting the articulation of the links is relegated to the bottom of the recess 10, where the risk of pinching is less and where wear is the least detrimental to the aesthetics of the bracelet.
Par rapport à la deuxième variante, cette solution permet de retirer ou d'ajouter des maillons sans démonter les goupilles 4, 4'.Compared to the second variant, this solution makes it possible to remove or add links without removing the pins 4, 4 '.
L'homme du métier comprendra que l'invention s'applique sans difficulté à des bracelets comportant un nombre de rangées N quelconque supérieur ou égal à deux, et que le nombre de trois rangées choisi ci-dessus ne l'est qu'à titre d'exemple préférentiel. En outre, l'homme du métier saura adapter sans difficulté l'invention en plaçant ies organes de butées 4, 4' ou 1 5 sur une rangée de maillons autre que la rangée centrale, ou éventuellement sur plusieurs rangées de maillons. Par exemple, au eu de prévoir des butées agissant sur les maillons 1 , 1 ', etc de la rangée centrale, on peut préférer des butées agissant sur les maillons d'une autre rangée, par exemple sur les maillons latéraux 2, 2', etc.Those skilled in the art will understand that the invention applies without difficulty to bracelets comprising any number of rows N greater than or equal to two, and that the number of three rows chosen above is only so preferential example. In addition, a person skilled in the art will be able to adapt the invention without difficulty by placing the stop members 4, 4 ′ or 1 5 on a row of links other than the central row, or possibly on several rows of links. For example, in the case of having stops acting on the links 1, 1 ′, etc. of the central row, it is possible to prefer stops acting on the links of another row, for example on the side links 2, 2 ′, etc.
Dans tous les exemples ci-dessus, le pivotement des maillons est limité dans les deux sens, aussi bien en cas d'augmentation que de réduction du rayon de courbure du bracelet. En adaptant légèrement la forme ou la disposition des organes de butée 4, 4' ou 15 ou des ouvertures correspondantes 10, 13, 16, il est cependant possible de ne limiter le pivotement des maillons que dans un sens Par exemple, si le bracelet doit pouvoir être posé à plat, on renoncera éventuellement à limiter l'augmentation du rayon de courbure du bracelet. De la même manière, en jouant sur la disposition des organes de bu- tée et des ouvertures correspondantes, il est possible de renoncer à limiter la diminution du rayon de courbure du braceletIn all of the above examples, the pivoting of the links is limited in both directions, both in the case of an increase and a reduction in the radius of curvature of the bracelet. By slightly adapting the shape or arrangement of the stop members 4, 4 'or 15 or the corresponding openings 10, 13, 16, it is however possible to limit the pivoting of the links only in one direction For example, if the bracelet must being able to be laid flat, we will eventually renounce limiting the increase in the radius of curvature of the bracelet. In the same way, by playing on the arrangement of the organs of bu- tee and corresponding openings, it is possible to forgo limiting the reduction in the radius of curvature of the bracelet
Dans les variantes des figures 3 à 5, deux organes de butée distincts 4 et 4' sont prévus pour limiter le pivotement d'un maillon par rapport au maillon précédent et par rapport au maillon suivant de la même rangée Selon la forme et l'écartement des maillons, une seule butée 4 ou 4', limitant seulement le pivotement par rapport au maillon précédent ou par rapport au maillon suivant, peut s'avérer suffisante.In the variants of FIGS. 3 to 5, two separate abutment members 4 and 4 ′ are provided to limit the pivoting of a link with respect to the previous link and with respect to the next link in the same row Depending on the shape and the spacing of the links, a single stop 4 or 4 ′, limiting only the pivoting relative to the preceding link or relative to the following link, may prove to be sufficient.
Dans ces variantes, les goupilles de butée 4, 4' traversent complè- tement les maillons centraux. Il est cependant possible d'utiliser des butées solidaires des maillons périphériques 2, 2', etc. qui ne traverseraient pas complètement les trous 13 ou les evidements 10 à travers les maillons centraux 1 , 1", etc Par exemple, il est possible de remplacer chaque goupille 4, 4' par deux portions de goupilles. La première portion de goupille est dans ce cas solidaire d'un maillon latéral 2, 2', etc. et la deuxième portion de goupille est solidaire du maillon correspondant sur l'autre rangée latérale Les trous ou evidements 10, 13, n'ont alors pas besoin d'être traversantsIn these variants, the stop pins 4, 4 ′ pass completely through the central links. It is however possible to use stops integral with the peripheral links 2, 2 ', etc. which would not completely pass through the holes 13 or the recesses 10 through the central links 1, 1 ", etc. For example, it is possible to replace each pin 4, 4 'with two portions of pins. The first portion of pin is in this case secured to a side link 2, 2 ', etc. and the second pin portion is secured to the corresponding link on the other lateral row The holes or recesses 10, 13, then do not need to be through
Il est évident que les maillons du bracelet n'auront pas nécessairement la forme illustrée sur les figures En particulier, les maillons proches des cornes de la montre ou du fermoir seront adaptés spécialement En outre, il est possible de ne prévoir des organes de butée que sur certains maillons du bracelet, voire sur un seul maillon On comprendra qu'il est aussi possible de fabriquer des bracelets comportant plusieurs types de maillons selon les exemples décrits ci-dessus It is obvious that the links of the bracelet will not necessarily have the shape illustrated in the figures In particular, the links close to the horns of the watch or of the clasp will be specially adapted In addition, it is possible to provide stop members only on certain links of the bracelet, or even on a single link It will be understood that it is also possible to manufacture bracelets comprising several types of links according to the examples described above

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1. Bracelet, notamment bracelet de montre, comportant: une première rangée de maillons alignés (1 , l', ...), au moins une autre rangée de maillons alignés (2, 2', ...), ladite autre rangée étant adjacente à ladite première rangée, ladite première rangée (1 , l', etc.) comportant des maillons articulés (V), lesdits maillons articulés pouvant pivoter par rapport aux maillons précédents (1 ) de cette rangée autour de premières goupilles (3) liées à des maillons (2') de ladite autre rangée, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte en outre des organes de butée1. Bracelet, in particular watch strap, comprising: a first row of aligned links (1, l ', ...), at least one other row of aligned links (2, 2', ...), said other row being adjacent to said first row, said first row (1, l ', etc.) comprising articulated links (V), said articulated links being able to pivot relative to the preceding links (1) of this row around first pins (3) linked to links (2 ') of said other row, characterized in that it further comprises stop members
(4; 15) permettant de limiter l'angle de pivotement des maillons articulés (1') autour des premières goupilles (3).(4; 15) for limiting the pivoting angle of the articulated links (1 ') around the first pins (3).
2. Bracelet selon la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce que lesdits maillons (1') articulés peuvent en outre pivoter par rapport aux maillons suivants (1") de cette rangée autour de deuxièmes goupilles (3') liées à d'autres maillons (2") de ladite autre rangée, des organes de butée (4', 15) permettant de limiter l'angle de pivotement des maillons (1') articulés autour des deuxièmes goupilles (3')2. Bracelet according to the preceding claim, characterized in that said articulated links (1 ') can also pivot relative to the following links (1 ") of this row around second pins (3') linked to other links ( 2 ") of said other row, stop members (4 ', 15) for limiting the pivot angle of the links (1') articulated around the second pins (3 ')
3. Bracelet selon l'une des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte trois rangées de maillons, la distance entre les centres de deux maillons consécutifs d'une même rangée étant sensiblement constante, ladite première rangée (1 , 1 \ etc.) étant au milieu, ies maillons de ladite première rangée (1 , 1 ', etc.) étant décalés par rapport aux maillons desdites autres rangées (2, 2', etc.).3. Bracelet according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises three rows of links, the distance between the centers of two consecutive links in the same row being substantially constant, said first row (1, 1 \ etc .) being in the middle, the links of said first row (1, 1 ', etc.) being offset with respect to the links of said other rows (2, 2', etc.).
4. Bracelet selon l'une des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que les organes de butée (15) coopèrent avec des maillons (1 ) de la première rangée consécutifs aux maillons articulés (V) dont le pivotement doit être limité. 4. Bracelet according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the stop members (15) cooperate with links (1) of the first row consecutive to the articulated links (V) whose pivoting must be limited.
5. Bracelet selon l'une des revendications 1 à 3, caractérisé en ce que les organes de butée (4, 4') coopèrent avec des maillons (2\ 2") d'une dite autre rangée (2, 2', etc.)5. Bracelet according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the stop members (4, 4 ') cooperate with links (2 \ 2 ") of a said other row (2, 2', etc. .)
6. Bracelet selon la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce que les organes de butée sont constitués par des goupilles (4; 4') solidaires de maillons (2', 2") d'une dite autre rangée (2, 2', etc.) et décalées par rapport aux premières et deuxièmes goupilles (3, 3').6. Bracelet according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the stop members are constituted by pins (4; 4 ') secured to links (2', 2 ") of a said other row (2, 2 ', etc. .) and offset from the first and second pins (3, 3 ').
7. Bracelet selon l'une des revendications 5 ou 6, caractérisé en ce que les maillons successifs (1 , l' 2, 2', ...) à l'intérieur de chaque rangée sont séparés par des interstices (17) qui subsistent quelle que soit la courbure donnée au bracelet.7. Bracelet according to one of claims 5 or 6, characterized in that the successive links (1, l '2, 2', ...) inside each row are separated by interstices (17) which remain whatever the curvature given to the bracelet.
8. Bracelet selon l'une des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que les maillons articulés (1') comportent au moins certaines faces externes sensiblement planes ou convexes, et en ce que les organes de butée (4, 4'; 15) butent contre une portion des maillons (1') distincte desdites faces externes sensiblement planes ou convexes.8. Bracelet according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the articulated links (1 ') comprise at least some substantially planar or convex external faces, and in that the abutment members (4, 4'; 15) abut against a portion of the links (1 ') distinct from said substantially planar or convex external faces.
9. Bracelet selon la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce que les organes de butée (4, 4', 15) butent contre l'intérieur d'ouvertures correspondantes (10, 13; 16) ménagées à travers les maillons articulés (1 '), lesdites ouvertures (10; 13; 16) étant plus grandes que la portion active des organes de butée (4, 4', 15) correspondants9. Bracelet according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the stop members (4, 4 ', 15) abut against the inside of corresponding openings (10, 13; 16) formed through the articulated links (1') , said openings (10; 13; 16) being larger than the active portion of the corresponding stop members (4, 4 ', 15)
10. Bracelet selon la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce que lesdites ouvertures (13) sont constituées par des trous (13) traversant les maillons articulés (1').10. Bracelet according to the preceding claim, characterized in that said openings (13) consist of holes (13) passing through the articulated links (1 ').
1 1. Bracelet selon la revendication 9, caractérisé en ce que lesdites ouvertures (16; 10) à travers les maillons articulés (1 ') sont constituées par des evidements (16; 10) dans une face frontale des maillons articulés, permettant de retirer les maillons articulés sans démontage des organes de butée (4, 4'; 15) correspondants. 1 1. Bracelet according to claim 9, characterized in that said openings (16; 10) through the articulated links (1 ') are constituted by recesses (16; 10) in a front face of the articulated links, making it possible to remove the articulated links without dismantling the corresponding stop members (4, 4 '; 15).
12. Bracelet selon l'une des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte plusieurs maillons articulés (1 , l', etc.) et plusieurs premiers organes de butée correspondants (4; 15), et en ce que lesdits organes de butée (4; 5) définissent des angles de pivotement différents pour différents maillons articulés12. Bracelet according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises several articulated links (1, the, etc.) and several first corresponding abutment members (4; 15), and in that said members stop (4; 5) define different pivot angles for different articulated links
13. Montre munie d'un bracelet selon l'une des revendications précédentes. 13. Watch provided with a bracelet according to one of the preceding claims.
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