I would not have liked a partially brushed bracelet.... and a fully brushed bracelet against a polished case would be a tough match.... so not sure how it would be done.... unless of course they introduced a new bracelet design more in line with the Nautilus or Rolex Oyster with polished center links and brushed outer parts.... but would be a more casual image and not sure that is what they are after... but perhaps they should consider? In any case, I find the bracelet very comfortable.... but perhaps that is like saying she is ugly but comfy? hmm....