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    • 专利摘要:
    The present invention relates to a bracelet (2) and a timepiece (1) which comprises this bracelet (2), a middle part (4), and a movement. The bracelet (2) includes a first bracelet strand (31), and a second bracelet strand (32) having an annular part (37), and a locking part (7) arranged at an end 31a of the first. bracelet strand (31) and is configured to move in the longitudinal direction of the second bracelet strand (32) in a state in which one end of the annular part (37) is inserted into the locking part (7). The locking part (7) comprises a buckle (50) and a barb (51). An internal portion of the annular portion (37) is intended to be inserted into the buckle (50), and comprises, along the longitudinal direction of the second bracelet strand (32), a plurality of holes (38) in which the 'arelillon (51) must be inserted.
    公开号:CH717134A2
    申请号:CH00126/21
    申请日:2021-02-10
    公开日:2021-08-16
    发明作者:Ishida Masahiro
    申请人:Seiko Watch Kk；
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    专利说明:

    TECHNOLOGICAL BACKGROUND
    1. Technical field
    The present invention relates to a bracelet and a timepiece.
    2. Description of the prior art
    According to the prior art, configurations are known according to which a bracelet is fixed to a case of a wristwatch using different kinds of leathers, fabrics, etc., and the length of the bracelet is adjusted by passing a buckle of one bracelet strand through a plurality of holes formed in another bracelet strand. In these bracelets, various techniques have been proposed for adjusting the length of the bracelet according to the thickness of the arm of a user and for preventing the bracelet from falling from the arm on which the watch is worn.
    [0003] For example, document JP-A-10-127317 (D1) discloses a configuration of a wristwatch comprising a freely adjustable clasp formed by a buckle frame, which can be fixed in any position of a wristband strand and a buckle locking plate attached to a distal end of the other wristband and attached to the buckle frame. A "U" shaped separation prevention frame is rotatably attached to a distal end of one strand, and the other bracelet strand is slidably inserted between this bracelet strand and the separation prevention frame. . According to the technique described in D1, the first bracelet strand can pass through a separation prevention frame, but the buckle lock plate cannot pass through. Therefore, the length can be adjusted by changing the position of the buckle frame, and it can prevent the wristwatch from falling from the arm on which it is inadvertently worn.
    [0004] However, according to the technique described in D1, in a state where the loop frame is locked to the loop lock plate, since the loop frame is covered by a cover of the loop lock plate, the length of the bracelet cannot be adjusted in a state where the bracelet is worn on the arm of a user of the watch. Therefore, in order to adjust the length to a desired length, the latter has to make and undo the loop several times, which is detrimental to the comfort of the user.
    ABSTRACT
    [0005] Consequently, an object of the present invention is to provide a bracelet and a timepiece the use properties of which are improved.
    In order to solve the aforementioned problem, a bracelet according to one aspect of the invention comprises: a first strand; a second strand comprising an annular part; and a locking part arranged on the first strand and configured to move in a longitudinal direction of the second strand in a state where a part of the annular part is inserted into the locking part.
    [0007] According to this configuration, the second strand has an annular part, and a portion of the annular part of the second strand is inserted into the locking part arranged on the first strand. Therefore, since the position of the locking part is released, a mating state between the first strand and the second strand can be maintained. In this way, it is possible to prevent the bracelet from inadvertently falling off the arm.
    The locking part is configured to move in the longitudinal direction of the second strand. In this way, since the locked position of the locking part relative to the second strand can be changed, the length of the bracelet where the first strand and the second strand are combined with each other can be adjusted. On the other hand, since the locking portion in the longitudinal direction of the second strand is locked to the second strand, movement in the longitudinal direction and the locking to the second strand can be performed simultaneously. Therefore, since the length of the bracelet can be adjusted in a worn condition, the desired length according to the thickness of a user's arm can be easily adjusted without having to repeat the operations of detaching or attaching the locking part several times. times as in the prior art.
    [0009] Therefore, it is possible to provide a capable wristband which cannot fall off the arm allowing length adjustment in an arm-worn condition to improve the comfort of the user.
    [0010] Furthermore, in the bracelet, the locking part of the bracelet comprises a buckle and a tongue. An inner portion of the annular portion is inserted into the loop and has a plurality of holes into which the tab is to be inserted. The plurality of holes is arranged in the longitudinal direction of the second strand.
    According to this configuration, the loop and the tongue are arranged on the first strand, and the first strand and the second strand are fixed by inserting the tongue into one of the holes in the annular part of the second strand. Moreover, the length of the bracelet can be adjusted by changing the position of the tongue hole in which the tongue is inserted. As a result, the length can be easily adjusted even if it is difficult to adjust the length of the bracelet itself compared with a bracelet of the type of those which are formed of several pieces, such as a leather bracelet, made of fabric. , or similar. Therefore, this configuration can be applied in particular to a strap made of leather, fabric, or the like.
    The loop is inserted through the internal portion of the annular part, and the holes are formed in the internal portion of the annular part. Therefore, when the bracelet is worn, the buckle, the tongue, and the holes are covered by an outer portion of the annular portion. Therefore, the appearance when wearing the watch can be improved by hiding the buckle, tongue, and holes by the outer portion of the ring portion when wearing. Furthermore, since the locking part is not likely to be exposed to the outside, the possibilities of performing unintentional and erroneous manipulation such as unintentionally unlocking the locking between the first strand and the second strand can be reduced. .
    [0013] The bracelet also includes a clasp between the first strand and the locking part.
    In such a configuration, since the bracelet has a clasp, the bracelet can be easily removed from the arm without changing the length of the bracelet by opening and closing the clasp. Since the clasp is arranged between the first strand and the locking part, the locking part can be moved relative to the second strand even when the clasp is closed. Therefore, the bracelet can be easily worn and taken off using the clasp, and the length of the bracelet can be adjusted in a worn condition, so that the bracelet can be made even more pleasant for the user.
    Here, according to the state of the art where the fact of wearing and removing the watch only using the clasp, when the length of the clasp is too long, a folded part can come into abutment against the arm, and when the length of the clasp is too short, it may even become impossible to remove the clasp from the arm. Therefore, the problem is that it is difficult to create a clasp suitable for both men and women according to the prior art. To solve this problem, according to the configuration proposed within the scope of the invention, since the bracelet has a clasp and a locking part, even when the clasp is set to a short length, the timepiece can be removed from the arm. by releasing the locking state through the locking part and relaxing the wristband. Therefore, the configuration of the clasp can be both for men and for women, and the possibilities of using the bracelet can be further improved.
    Furthermore, in the bracelet, the second strand is formed of a first element and of a second element made respectively of different materials, and the annular part is formed by mutually coupling the ends in the longitudinal direction of the first element and from the second element to each other.
    According to this configuration, since the annular part is formed of two elements (the first element and the second element) of different materials, the annular part can be easily produced by connecting the respective ends of the two elements. On the other hand, since the holes are made in the element located inside the annular part, for example, both functional properties and an advantageous aesthetic appearance can be obtained by arranging the outer element of the annular part as a decorative element.
    The bracelet comprises the first element located on the side of the arm when the bracelet is worn on an arm, and the second element located on the side opposite the arm relative to the first element. The resistance of the first element is chosen so as to be greater than the resistance of the second element. The locking part is fixed to the first element of the first strand.
    According to this configuration, since the locking part is fixed to the first element, which has a greater resistance than that of the second element, the locking part can be held firmly. Since the first element is located inside the ring part (the side of the arm when the bracelet is worn), holes can be made on the first element which has a high resistance. The loop is arranged so as to be able to move by sliding on the first element. In this way since the first element which has a great resistance can be used on the inner side of the annular part where a great force is likely to be exerted compared to the outer side (the side opposite to the arm with respect to the first element) of the ring part, the resistance of the bracelet can be improved, and any risk of the bracelet breaking as well as wear of the holes can be reduced. On the other hand, the second member may employ, for example, a material having good decorative properties, a material in which a hole can hardly be made, and a material having low strength. In this way, since each material can be selected according to the desired use, it is possible to achieve both good functional properties and a beautiful aesthetic appearance, and an additional level of freedom in terms of the level of design can be obtained. .
    A timepiece according to one aspect of the invention comprises the bracelet described above, a middle part, and a movement housed in the middle part.
    According to this configuration, the timepiece can be used as a wristwatch by housing the movement in the middle part. Since the timepiece has the bracelet described above, the timepiece can be easily worn on the arm, and the timepiece can be used as a nice timepiece in which the length of the bracelet can be adjusted while worn. In particular, for example, when the timepiece is used in a state where a diver is wearing a diving suit, the length can be easily adjusted by acting on the buckle without having to open the clasp, and the timepiece is thus suitable for a situation in which it is necessary to prevent the timepiece from falling.
    [0022] Consequently, it is possible to provide a highly functional timepiece comprising a bracelet whose comfort and convenience of use are improved.
    Furthermore, in the timepiece, the middle part has a first passage through which the first strand is inserted, and a second passage through which the second strand is inserted. The first strand and the second strand are secured to each other by connecting their respective ends inserted in the first passage and the second passage to each other
    According to this configuration, the bracelet is only formed in one piece when the first strand and the second strand are connected to one another. In this way, since the bracelet has an annular shape, the timepiece can be effectively prevented from falling from the arm. The middle part has a first passage and a second passage, and the bracelet is inserted in each of the passages. Consequently, by sliding the bracelet in each of the passages, the position of the caseband relative to the bracelet can be adjusted in the longitudinal direction. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the deterioration in terms of abrasion due to a relative positioning between the clasp and the middle part which is different depending on the thickness of the arm.
    According to the invention, a bracelet and a timepiece whose comfort and convenience of use are improved are thus obtained.
    BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
    [0026] FIG. 1 is a side view of a timepiece in a worn state according to a preferred embodiment. FIG. 2 is a front view of the timepiece according to this embodiment. FIG. 3 is a side view of the timepiece in a semi-worn condition according to this embodiment. FIG. 4 is a side view of the timepiece in an unlocked state of the clasp according to this embodiment.
    DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS
    In the following, embodiments for the invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
    (Timepiece)
    [0028] FIG. 1 is a side view of a timepiece 1 in a worn state according to a preferred embodiment. Fig. 2 is a front view of the timepiece 1 according to this embodiment. Fig. 1shows a state (worn condition) of the timepiece 1 when the timepiece 1 is worn on the arm of a user.
    As illustrated in FIG. 1, timepiece 1 is a wristwatch worn on the arm (i.e. wrist). Timepiece 1 comprises a caseband 4, a bracelet 2, and a movement 3.
    (Build)
    The caseband 4possède a flat shape when viewed from the side. As shown in Fig. 2, the middle part 4 has a circular shape when viewed from the front. A housing inside which the movement 3 is arranged is arranged inside the middle part 4. A flat surface of the middle part 4 is an upper surface 4a made of a transparent material such as glass, through which a internal dial (not shown) can be visually identified. The other surface of the middle part 4 of flat shape is a lower surface 4b (see FIG. 1) located on the side of the user's arm when the timepiece 1 is worn. Housing parts forming a first attachment node 11 and a second attachment node 12 are provided between the upper surface 4a and the lower surface 4b.
    The first attachment node 11est disposed at one end (a first end) 4c of the middle part 4 in a direction of a predetermined direction D when the latter is seen from the front. The first attachment node 11 has a pair of first attachment legs 13 and a first bar 14 (see Fig. 1).
    The pair of first attachment legs 13est arranged so that they are spaced from each other in the circumferential direction of the middle part 4 when the latter is seen from the front (see Fig. 2). The first fastening legs 13 are formed integrally with the middle part 4. The first fastening legs 13 extend from one end 4c of the middle part 4 outwards in the radial direction of the middle part 4. More specifically, as shown in Fig. 1, the first attachment legs 13 are opposite the central part of the middle part 4 in the direction of the thickness towards the lower surface 4b of the middle part 4, while being separated from the peripheral part of the middle part 4 according to the direction radial.
    The first bar 14est inserted between the first fastening legs 13. Each of the ends of the first bar 14 is rotatably attached to the ends of the first fastening leg 13. A first passage 15 is formed between the first bar 14et a first end 4c of the middle part 4. A bracelet body 5, which will be described below, can be inserted through the first passage 15.
    The second attachment node 12 is disposed at another end 4d of the middle part 4, on the other side of the predetermined direction D which is located on the side opposite to the first attachment node 11. The first node of attachment 11 and the second attachment node 12 cross the central part of the middle part 4 according to the predetermined direction D, and are arranged symmetrically with respect to a straight line orthogonal to the predetermined direction D. In other words, the second attachment node 12 comprises a pair of second attachment legs 16 and a second bar 17.
    As illustrated in FIG. 2, the pair of second attachment legs 16 is arranged such that they are spaced from each other in the circumferential direction of the middle part 4 when the latter is seen from the front. The second fastening legs 16 are formed integrally with the middle part 4. The second fastening legs 16 are inclined with respect to the middle part 4 in the direction of the thickness towards the lower surface 4b of the middle part 4. being separated from the peripheral part of the middle part 4 according to the radial direction.
    As illustrated in FIG. 1, the second bar 17 is disposed between the second fastening legs 16. Each of the two ends of the second bar 17 are rotatably attached to the ends of the second fastening legs 16. A second passage 18 is formed between the second bar 17 and l. the other end 4d of the caseband 4. The bracelet body 5, which will be described below, can be inserted through the second passage 18.
    (Bracelet)
    (Bracelet body)
    The bracelet 2 comprises a bracelet body 5, a clasp 6, a locking part 7, and free rings 8.
    The bracelet body 5est arranged as a belt and made of a material such as leather, fabric, or resin. The bracelet body 5 can be elastically deformed, and in particular bent, in the direction of thickness. In the presently described embodiment, the bracelet body 5 is formed of two elements made of different materials. More specifically, the bracelet body 5 comprises a resistive element 21 (first element in the claims) and a decorative element 22 (the second element in the claims). The resistive element 21 is made, for example, of resin such as reinforced nylon or synthetic fiber. The decorative element 22is formed of a material such as leather or resin. The tensile strength of the resistive element 21 is greater than the tensile strength of the decorative element 22. The resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 are each configured as a belt and are superimposed on each other. above each other in the direction of thickness.
    [0039] FIG. 3 is a side view of the timepiece 1 in a semi-worn state according to the preferred embodiment described. Fig. 1shows timepiece 1in worn condition. Fig. 3shows a semi-worn state of the timepiece 1 when one end 32a of the second strand 32 has come out of the free rings 8.
    The bracelet body 5 is inserted through the first passage 15 and the second passage 18 in a state where the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 are superimposed and integral with one another. More specifically, in the bracelet body 5, in the worn state, the resistive element 21 is located inward (on the arm side) and the decorative element 22 is located outward (on the opposite side). In the state where the bracelet body 5 is inserted through the first passage 15 and the second passage 18, the bracelet body 5 has the first strand 31, the second strand 32, and connecting part 33.
    The first strand 31est arranged on one side on the middle part 4 according to the predetermined direction D. In other words, the part of the bracelet body 5 which is inserted through the first passage 15 and extends from a first side in the predetermined direction D is the first strand 31.
    In the first strand 31, the resistive element 21est longer than the decorative element 22. One end 31a of the first strand 31est provided with a retaining portion 35 in the form of a loop by folding the resistive element 21internal towards the 'outside. The end of the bent part of the resistive element 21 is connected to the resistive element 21 in a state where it is superimposed on the internal resistive element 21. The end of the resistive element 21 folded back on itself is connected to a corresponding end of the decorative element 22. Therefore, in the end 31a of the first strand 31, a part of the resistive element 21 is turned towards the end. 'outside. A connecting portion 34 between the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 is provided on the outer side of the bracelet.
    The second strand 32 is arranged on the other side of the middle part 4. In other words, the part of the bracelet body 5 which is inserted into the second passage 18 and extends on the other side in the predetermined direction D is the second strand 32.
    The second strand 32 comprises a cap 36, an annular portion 37, and holes 38.
    The cap 36est disposed at the end 32a of the second strand 32. The cap 36 covers both the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 at the end 32a of the second strand 32. The cap 36closes the end 32a of the second strand 32. The cap 36 can be removed from the second strand 32.
    The annular portion 37possède an annular shape. In the presently described embodiment, substantially all of the second strand 32 extending from the second passage 18 to the other side in the predetermined direction D is the annular portion 37. The annular portion 37 is formed by connecting the two ends of the The resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 in the second strand 32. More specifically, the annular part 37 is an annular part capable of freeing a space between the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 by closing the ends of the resistive element 21 and of the decorative element 22 via the cap 36, and closes the other ends of the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 via the second attachment node 12 at the base of the bracelet relative to the middle part 5.
    The holes 38 provided for the tongue 51 of the loop 50 are arranged on the resistive element 21 disposed inside the annular portion 37. The holes 38 pass through the resistive element 21 in the direction of the thickness of the resistive element 21. A plurality of holes 38 are provided at equal intervals along the longitudinal direction of the resistive element 21.
    The connecting portion 33est disposed between the first attachment node 11 and the second attachment node 12. The connecting portion 33 extends in the predetermined direction D. The connecting portion 33est arranged along the lower surface 4b of the middle part 4. A base end 31b of the first strand 31 is connected on the side of the end of the first tie node 11 according to the direction of extension of the connecting part 33. A base end 32b of the second strand 32 is connected from the side of the end of the second tie knot 12 according to the direction of extension of the connecting part 33. Therefore, the bracelet body 5 is integrally formed by connecting the base end 31b of the first one. strand 31 at the base end 32b of the second strand 32 through the connecting part 33. The lengths of the first strand 31 and of the second strand 32 can be adjusted by sliding the bracelet body 5 thus formed between the first attachment node 11 and the second node d 'tie 12 .
    (Clasp)
    [0049] FIG. 4 is a side view of the timepiece 1 in an open state of the clasp according to the preferred embodiment described.
    The clasp 6 is arranged at the end 31a of the first strand 31. The clasp 6 is made of a metal material such as an aluminum alloy or stainless steel. The clasp 6 is a clasp 6 with a folding clasp with three branches which comprises a lower plate 41, also called a leg, and an upper plate 42, also called a stretcher, pivotably connected to the lower plate 41.
    The lower plate 41possède a belt shape curved outwardly so as to follow the shape of the arm. A bracelet fixing rod 43 is provided at one end of the lower plate 41. The bracelet fixing rod 43 is inserted through the retaining part 35 of the first strand 31. Thus, the lower plate 41 is fixed movably in rotation with respect to the first. strand 31 around the strap fixing rod 43.
    A bar 44est provided at the other end of the lower plate 41. The axial direction of the bar 44est substantially parallel to the axial direction of the strap fixing rod 43.
    A locking pin 45est arranged between the strap fixing rod 43et the bar 44 according to the longitudinal direction of the lower plate 41. The locking pin 45 protrudes outwardly. The locking pin 45est disposed on the side of the strap fixing rod 43 with respect to the central part of the lower plate 41 according to the longitudinal direction. The locking pin 45 is disposed at a central portion of the bottom plate 41 in the width direction.
    The upper plate 42 also has the shape of a belt convex outwardly, and the radius of curvature of which is equivalent to that of the lower plate 41. One end of the upper plate 42 is fixed movable in rotation vis-à-vis of the bar 44 of the lower plate 41. The upper plate 42 includes a locking hole 46, and release buttons 47.
    The locking hole 46 is a blind hole directed in the direction of the thickness of the upper plate 42et in the direction of the surface facing the arm (the side of the arm) of the upper plate 42 upwards. The locking hole 46 is provided in a position corresponding to the locking pin 45 of the lower plate 41 when the upper plate 42 is rotated and folded over the lower plate 41 (closed state, see Fig. 3). Locking pin 45 is locked to locking hole 46.
    The locking buttons 47sont arranged at the level of the lateral ends of the upper plate 42 in the direction of the thickness. The locking buttons 47 are pressed inward in the width direction to release the locking state between the locking hole 46 and the locking pin 45.
    (Lock part)
    The locking part 7est arranged on the end 31a of the first strand 31 with the clasp 6 interposed between these two elements. In the presently described embodiment, the locking portion 7 is, for example, a locking flange formed of a metal material. The locking part 7 comprises a buckle 50 and a tongue 51.
    The loop 50 is pivotally mounted at the end of the upper plate 42 via a pin 52. The loop 50 is a metal element having a "U" shape connected to both ends of the pin 52. One end of the annular part 37 of the second strand 32 is insertable into the annular space formed between the loop 50 and the pin 52. More specifically, the resistive element 21 located inside the annular portion 37 of the second strand 32 and can be inserted inside the space. annular formed jointly by the loop 50 and the pin 52. The loop 50 is rotatably mounted relative to the pin 52 so as to be able to move in the longitudinal direction of the resistive element 21 in the annular part 37.
    The tongue 51est pivoting relative to the pin 52. The tongue 51est disposed in a central part of the loop 50 in the width direction. The tab 51 can be inserted into any one of the plurality of holes 38 available on the resistive element 21 of the second strand 32. In this way, the annular part 37 of the second strand 32 is inserted into the loop 50, the tab 51 is inserted into the loop. the hole 38 provided for the tongue 51 in the second strand 32, and the end of the tongue 51 thus inserted comes into contact with the loop 50. In this way, the first strand 31 and the second strand 32 are connected to each other. Thus, the loop 50 and the tongue 51 are located in the longitudinal direction of the second strand 32. Furthermore, the loop 50 and the tongue 51 are fixed to the resistive element 21 forming the annular part 37 of the second strand 32.
    (Free ring)
    The free rings 8 are arranged on the first strand 31. Each free ring 8 has an annular shape. In the present embodiment, two free rings 8 are provided. As shown in Fig. 1, the second strand 32 is inserted into the free rings 8 in the worn state.
    One of the free rings 8 or both can consist of a fixed ring fixed to the first strand 31.
    (Movement)
    As illustrated in FIG. 2, the movement 3 is housed in the middle part 4. The movement 3 is a movement 3 for a timepiece comprising, for example, a dial to display information such as the time, a seconds hand, a minute hand, a hand. hours, and gear trains for driving the hands, and a spring (not shown). Movement 3 can, for example, be an electronic timepiece movement 3 which includes, for example, a liquid crystal panel, a drive unit, and a battery.
    (Timepiece assembly and removal step)
    In what follows, an assembly step for carrying the timepiece 1 on the arm and a step of removing the timepiece 1 to remove it from the arm will be described. First, the assembly step will be described.
    As a preparatory step for the assembly step, first of all, as illustrated in FIG. 4, the locked state of the clasp 6 is released in order to put the clasp in its open state, and the tab 51 is withdrawn from the hole 38 in which it is housed. In this state, the user passes the arm under the timepiece 1. When the arm is thus introduced inside the bracelet, then, as illustrated in FIG. 3, the upper plate 42 and the lower plate 41 of the clasp 6 are rotated so as to approach each other, and the upper plate 42 and the lower plate 41 are locked to each other, so that a semi-worn condition is obtained. In this semi-worn condition, the length of the bracelet body 5 is further adjusted so that the length of the bracelet body 5 matches the circumference of the arm circumference. More specifically, the bracelet body 5 is adjusted to the size of the arm by inserting the tab 51 into a predetermined hole 38. Finally, as illustrated in Fig. 1, the remaining part of the second strand 32située further downstream towards the end 32a of the second strand 32 vis-à-vis the loop 50 passes through a free ring 8. The assembly step is then completed. In this state where the mounting step is completed, part of the end 31a of the first strand 31 where the resistive element 21 is directed outwards and the connecting part 34 are hidden by the decorative element 22.
    In what follows, the step of removal will be described. During the dismantling step, the timepiece 1 is removed from the arm by loosening the bracelet body 5 in the opposite direction with respect to the assembly step described above.
    More specifically, during the withdrawal step, first of all, the second strand 32 is withdrawn from the free rings 8 in order to obtain the semi-worn state illustrated in FIG. 3from the worn state illustrated in FIG. 1. Next, the locking buttons 47du clasp 6 are pressed in order to release the locked state of the clasp 6. Next, the user removes the timepiece 1from his arm. The withdrawal step is then completed.
    Here, as described above, when only the clasp 6 is released from its semi-worn state, the tab 51 remains inserted in a predetermined hole 38. Consequently, when the timepiece 1 must be worn again, the part d The watch 1 can be worn by relocking the clasp 6. In this case, since the length of the bracelet body 5 is kept at a length defined the previous time the watch was worn, the bracelet body 5 can be adjusted to the arm without having to. adjust the length the second time the watch is worn and each time thereafter.
    As another removal step, the timepiece 1 can be removed from the arm by releasing the tab 51de its corresponding hole 38 and moving the locking part 7 without releasing the clasp 6 from the semi-worn state. Furthermore, in the semi-worn state, the timepiece 1 can be withdrawn from the arm both by releasing the clasp 6 and by releasing the tongue 51.
    (Mode of operation and technical effects)
    In what follows, the operating mode and the advantageous technical effects linked to the bracelet 2 of the timepiece 1 will be described.
    According to the bracelet 2 of this embodiment, the second strand 32 comprises an annular part 37, and a portion of the annular part 37 of the second strand 32 is inserted inside the locking part 7 arranged on the end 31a of the first strand 31. Accordingly, even when the locked state by the locking part 7 is released, a mating state between the first strand 31 and the second strand 32 can be maintained. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the bracelet 2 from inadvertently falling off the arm.
    The locking part 7 can move in the longitudinal direction of the second strand 32. Thus, since the locked position of the locking part 7 with respect to the second strand 32 can be changed, the length of the bracelet 2 in which the first strand 31 and the second strand 32are combined with each other can be adjusted. On the other hand, since the locking part 7 moves in the longitudinal direction of the second strand 32 and is locked to the second strand 32, the movement in the longitudinal direction and the locking to the second strand 32 can be performed simultaneously. Thus, the length of the bracelet 2 can be adjusted in a state in which the bracelet 2 is worn on the arm (semi-worn state). Therefore, a desired length according to the thickness of the user's arm can be easily adjusted without having to repeat the operation of fixing or detaching the locking part 7 several times as in the prior art.
    [0072] Therefore, it is possible to provide a bracelet 2 which cannot fall off the arm and furthermore allows adjustment of the length in a state worn on the arm so that the comfort and convenience of use are improved. .
    The loop 50 and the tongue 51 are arranged on the end 31a of the first strand 31, and the first strand 31 and the second strand 32 are fixed to each other by inserting the tongue 51 in one of the holes 38 of the part annular 37du second strand 32. Furthermore, the length of the bracelet 2 can be adjusted by changing the position of the hole 38 in which the tongue 51 is inserted. Thus, the length can be easily adjusted even when it is difficult to adjust the length of the bracelet 2 itself compared to a bracelet 2 of the type which is formed by a plurality of parts, such as a leather bracelet 2, in particular. fabric, or the like. Therefore, this configuration can be applied in particular to a strap 2 made of leather, fabric, or the like.
    The loop 50est penetrated by the resistive element 21 located inside the annular part 37, and the holes 38 are formed in the resistive element 21 located inside the annular part 37. Therefore, when the bracelet 2 is worn, the buckle 50, the tongue 51, and the holes 38 are covered by the decorative element 22 located on the outer side of the annular portion 37. Therefore, the aesthetic appearance when wearing can be improved by hiding the buckle 50, the tongue 51, and the holes 38 thanks to the decorative element 22 of the annular portion 37 at the time of wearing. Furthermore, since the locking part 7 can no longer be accessible directly from the outside, the possibilities of performing an erroneous manipulation such as unintentionally releasing the locking between the first strand 31 and the second strand 32 can be reduced.
    Since the bracelet 2 includes the clasp 6, the bracelet 2 can be easily removed from the arm without having to change the length of the bracelet 2 by opening and closing the clasp 6. Since the clasp 6 is arranged between the first strand 31 and the locking part 7, the locking part 7 can be moved relative to the second strand 32 even when the clasp 6 is in the closed position. Therefore, the bracelet 2 can be easily worn and removed with the clasp 6, and the length of the bracelet 2 can be adjusted in the worn state, so that the bracelet 2 can be made even more convenient for the user.
    Here, according to the prior art relating to the process of mounting and removing the watch using the clasp 6, when the length of the clasp 6 is too long, a folded part can compress the arm, and when the clasp length 6 is too short, it may even become impossible to remove the timepiece from the arm. Therefore, according to the prior art, a recurring problem is that it is difficult to create clasps 6 which are suitable for both men and women. In order to solve this problem, thanks to the configuration according to the invention, since the bracelet 2 comprises the clasp 6 and the locking part 7, even when the clasp 6 is set too short, the timepiece can be removed from the arm by releasing the latch. 'locked state by the locking part 7 and by loosening the bracelet. Therefore, the configuration of the clasp 6 can thus be used for both women and men, and the possibilities of using the bracelet 2 can be extended.
    Since the annular part 37is formed of two elements made of different materials, the annular part 37 can be easily formed by connecting the respective ends of the two elements. On the other hand, since the holes 38 are made in the element located inside the annular part 37, for example, both the functional properties and the aesthetic appearance can be obtained by making the element located outside. of the annular portion 37 as a decorative element.
    The locking part 7 is fixed to the resistive element 21 (first element according to the terminology of the claims, which has a higher resistance than that of the decorative element 22 (second element according to the terminology of the claims). the locking part 7 can be held firmly. Since the resistive element 21 is located inside the annular part 37, the hole 38 provided for the tab can be formed in the resistive element 21 which has greater resistance. arranged so as to be able to slide on the resistive element 21. In this way, since the resistive element 21 having greater resistance can be used inside the annular part 37 where greater forces are likely to occur. be exerted relative to the outside of the annular portion 37, the strength of the bracelet 2 can be improved, and any breakage of the bracelet 2 and excessive abrasion of the hole 38p could be avoided. On the other hand, the decorative element 22 can employ, for example, a material having beautiful decorative properties, a material in which a hole can hardly be made, and a material having low strength. In this way since each material can be selected according to the needs and uses for which the different elements are intended, both good functional properties and a beautiful aesthetic appearance can be obtained, and the level of freedom in the design can be further increased. .
    The cap 36 arranged on the end 32a of the second strand 32 is detachable from the second strand 32. By removing the cap 36, the state of coupling between the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 can be released at the level of the end 32a of the second strand 32. Thus, the combination between the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 can be easily changed.
    According to the timepiece 1du this embodiment, the timepiece can be as a wristwatch by housing the movement 3dans the middle part 4. Since the timepiece 1 comprises the bracelet 2described above , the timepiece 1 can be easily worn on the arm, and the timepiece 1 can be used as a convenient and wearable timepiece in which the length of the bracelet 2 can be changed in the worn state. In particular, for example, when the timepiece 1 is used in a state where a diver is wearing a diving suit, the length can be easily adjusted by acting on the buckle 50 without opening the clasp 6, and the timepiece 1 is particularly suitable for a situation in which it is necessary to prevent the timepiece 1ne from falling.
    [0081] Therefore, a highly functional timepiece 1, including a bracelet 2 which can improve wearing comfort and convenience of use is provided.
    The bracelet 2 is formed integrally by connecting the first strand 31 to the second strand 32. In this way, since the bracelet 2 has an annular shape, it is possible to prevent the timepiece from being otherwise able to fall from the arm. The middle part 4 has a first passage 15 and a second passage 18, and the bracelet 2 is inserted through each of these passages 15 and 18. Therefore, by sliding the bracelet 2 through each of the passages 15 and 18, the position of the middle part 4 with respect to the bracelet 2 can be adjusted according to the longitudinal direction. Therefore, any deterioration in terms of abrasion due to relative positioning between the clasp 6 and the middle part 4 which may differ depending on the thickness of the arm can be reduced.
    The technical field of the present invention is not limited to the embodiment described above, and different variants can be envisaged without departing from the scope or the spirit of the present invention.
    [0084] For example, the first strand 31 and the second strand 32 could be designed as being separated from each other. In other words, the base end 31b of the first strand 31 could be attached to the first attachment node 11, and the nase end 32b of the second strand 32 could be attached to the second attachment node 12.
    In the annular part 37, for example, the end of the second strand 32 could end with a seam between the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 instead of a cap 36.
    The shape of the housing could be different from a round shape and, on the contrary, be rectangular, elliptical or polygonal when viewed from the front.
    The possible materials for the resistive element 21 and the decorative element 22 are not limited to those chosen in the context of the embodiment described above.
    The present embodiment describes a configuration according to which the locking part 7is a locking flange made of metal, but the invention is not limited thereto. In other words, the locking part 7 could consist of an element formed of a material other than metal.
    Furthermore, the second strand 32p could be produced by folding an element in half.
    Finally, it is possible to change or replace components described in the preferred embodiment above in an appropriate manner with known components without departing from the scope or the spirit of the invention defined by the claims, and the modifications and variations mentioned below could also be combined as required.
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    Claims (7)
    [1]
    1. Bracelet (2) including:a first strand (31);a second strand (32) having an annular part (37); anda locking part (7) arranged on the first strand (31) and configured to move in a longitudinal direction of the second strand in a state where one end of the annular part (37) is inserted into the locking part (7) .
    [2]
    2. Bracelet (2) according to claim 1, wherein the locking part comprises:a loop (50); anda tab (51),a part located inside the annular part (37) is inserted in the buckle and has a plurality of holes (38) in which the tongue (51) can be inserted, andthe plurality of holes being disposed along the longitudinal direction of the second strand.
    [3]
    3. Bracelet (2) according to claim 1 or 2, further comprising:a clasp arranged between the first strand (31) and the locking part (7).
    [4]
    4. Bracelet (2) according to claim 1 or 2, whereinthe second strand (32) is formed of a first element and a second element being made of materials different from each other, andthe annular part (37) is formed by coupling the ends of the first element and of the second element to each other in the longitudinal direction.
    [5]
    5. Bracelet (2) according to claim 4, whereinthe first strand (31) and the second strand (32) each include:a first element located on the side of the arm when the bracelet (2) is worn on an arm; anda second element located on the side opposite the arm relative to the first element,the resistance of the first element being greater than the resistance of the second element, andthe locking part (7) being fixed to the first element of the first strand (31).
    [6]
    6. Timepiece (1) comprising:a bracelet (2) according to claims 1 to 5;a case middle (4); anda movement housed in the middle.
    [7]
    7. Timepiece (1) according to claim 6, the middle part furthermore having:a first passage (15) in which the first strand (31) is inserted; anda second passage (18) in which the second strand (32) is inserted, andthe first strand (31) and the second strand (32) being secured to one another by connecting their respective ends inserted in the first passage (31) and the second passage (32) to each other.
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