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mimeocase · 21 February 2017, 09:01 AM

I have narrowed it down to Rubber B for my DSSD
before i purchase

1 anyone have one, experience likes, dislikes
2 anyone have a new one for sale
3 anything out there better?

desertyank · 21 February 2017, 09:23 AM

I don't own any nato straps, but I have been told the 'Everest' straps are easier to put on the watch.

Wcdhtwn · 21 February 2017, 09:48 AM

I bought a Rubber B for my GMTc LN last week. So far I'm a big fan of it. One piece of info... the spring bars on the bracelet didn't work with the Rubber B so they put slimmer ones in the Rubber B. Same width, smaller diameter. Also they had to bend the spring bars slightly to get them in properly. Frankly I thought it was a lot of work based on what others have said about Rubber B. But I'm glad I went to a place that sells the straps and had them install or I may never have gotten it attached. And yes they gave me the new spring bars and I kept the ones that fit the bracelet.

natosub · 21 February 2017, 10:20 AM

Everest and RubberB are the big players in the rubber strap space for Rolexes. Many threads on the pros and cons of each.

SemperFi · 21 February 2017, 10:40 AM

I have a RubberB on my Explorer and love the look and fit.

Blue_Lume · 21 February 2017, 11:10 AM

I have Everest and Rubber b. All variations of leather, rubber deployant/tang buckle.

1) never had 1 issue putting it on and DEFINITELY didn't have to bend spring bars like mentioned earlier.

2) I have read the dssd is harder to put on vs a sub.

3) rubber b on my 116515LN you have to cut to size AND put a notch in the rubber for a spot on the clasp. On my 216570 the ez link goes away and swapping back to oyster is difficult. But only rubber b makes rubber for those models. Overall Everest is softer and easier to set up.

Good luck!

Bigsykedaddy · 21 February 2017, 11:41 AM

I just got my everest strap the other day and I love it!

JSolano305 · 21 February 2017, 11:41 AM

I used Everest on my 114060. First time doing it myself took me 10 minutes. Left the Rolex spring bars installed.

Bigsykedaddy · 21 February 2017, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSolano305

I used Everest on my 114060. First time doing it myself took me 10 minutes. Left the Rolex spring bars installed.

Just curious, is there a reason you didn't use the spring bars Everest included?

Glidelock · 21 February 2017, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigsykedaddy

Just curious, is there a reason you didn't use the spring bars Everest included?

Well, the general conccessious will be...why chance it by using non OEM spring bars, as they are already the weakest link!

mmalek1 · 21 February 2017, 01:23 PM

I use my Rolex springbars with my straps. It's just a piece of mind thing for me. I had an AD order two sets for me to keep as extras. They were not terribly expensive and they arrived in a week.

Masmo · 21 February 2017, 01:54 PM

I had a black Everest rubber strap with Deployant on my Explorer 1 for about a month before I put it back on the bracelet. Then I put the rubber strap on my GMT BLNR for about 2 months before swapping it back to the bracelet.

Although the watches were very comfortable and had a sportier look with the rubber, the Rolex bracelets are first class and give the watches a much more enduring look. Good fun to try em out though!

Bigsykedaddy · 21 February 2017, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mmalek1

I use my Rolex springbars with my straps. It's just a piece of mind thing for me. I had an AD order two sets for me to keep as extras. They were not terribly expensive and they arrived in a week.

Gotcha, I just thought the spring bars that come with the everest were specifically designed for the strap. I didn't think it made sense and you should just use the Rolex spring bars because they are probably better / stronger. Just glad I wasn't the only one else thinking that

Frakis · 21 February 2017, 03:03 PM

I installed the Everest strap with tang buckle in 15 minutes (and I'm a novice). It is very comfortable and keeps the PCL's on my TT bracelet new. I switch it out for special occasions. Adds a sporty look, and keeps my Bluesy under the radar.

waterman1 · 21 February 2017, 05:13 PM

I have the rubber b for the dssd and was about to put it up for sale. Personally while I think it fits the watch perfectly and looks great, I could not get the right fit. Either too tight or too loose.
Let me know if interested.

gossbeau · 21 February 2017, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SemperFi

I have a RubberB on my Explorer and love the look and fit.

Very nice Sir!!! In line with its DNA!!!

JSolano305 · 22 February 2017, 01:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigsykedaddy

Just curious, is there a reason you didn't use the spring bars Everest included?

Well the Everest spring bars are good quality and what not. I noticed the Rolex spring bars are just easier made to remove and install. They seem better and studier. So that's why I used them instead of Everest ones.

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anothernewphone · 22 February 2017, 02:18 AM

Anyone tried the new Horus straps for Rolex? I love the snow camo ones they make for ROOs, but not sure how they'd look on a ceramic Sub.

Undefeatable · 22 February 2017, 02:42 AM

I sometimes run my Everest band on my 114060. I actually put it on for the first time in awhile last night and forgot how comfortable it is.

I too used the stock OEM Rolex Spring bars that came with the watch. The Everest band came with spring bars, but the part that actually goes into the lug holes on the Everest spring bars are smaller in diameter than the OEM ones, and I prefer the "perfect" fit of the OEM ones inside the lug holes.

EDIT* Just realized that my avatar shows the Everest band.

mimeocase · 23 February 2017, 05:17 AM

what would be the size for a NATO strap I know my sub and daytona were 20mm but for the DSSD?

thanks

Mike22 · 23 February 2017, 05:26 AM

There is Horus straps if you wanna be more unique

waterman1 · 23 February 2017, 09:22 AM

DSSD is 21mm. I use 22mm NATO on mine and works well. The small extra width helps to stabilize the weight of it. They should have made the lugs 22 in my opinion.

Limestonedan · 23 February 2017, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waterman1

DSSD is 21mm. I use 22mm NATO on mine and works well. The small extra width helps to stabilize the weight of it. They should have made the lugs 22 in my opinion.

Agreed.

Bigsykedaddy · 23 February 2017, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Undefeatable

I sometimes run my Everest band on my 114060. I actually put it on for the first time in awhile last night and forgot how comfortable it is.

I too used the stock OEM Rolex Spring bars that came with the watch. The Everest band came with spring bars, but the part that actually goes into the lug holes on the Everest spring bars are smaller in diameter than the OEM ones, and I prefer the "perfect" fit of the OEM ones inside the lug holes.

EDIT* Just realized that my avatar shows the Everest band.

Cool, I'm going to take out the Everest spring bars and put the Rolex ones in, you guys have me worried that something might pop out lol.

scombs263 · 23 February 2017, 03:51 PM

I had a rubber b for my black deep sea. Sold it with the watch. Loved the strap, I plan on getting another one. Best Buy u could make for that watch.

encarter13 · 24 February 2017, 02:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike22

There is Horus straps if you wanna be more unique

Very unique. I am going to check them out!

amg master · 25 February 2017, 04:39 PM

I have a horus graphite camo on my GMT. Good quality strap.

Chrisminus 6 · 10 March 2017, 05:27 AM

I recommend that you go to the best (Rubber B) because so your not getting ripped off.

I have my DSSD on a Rubber B strap since around 3 years. As soon as I can get the new Deep Blue Dial, I'm going to put it on the awesome new black/green strap from Rubber B like their pic...

Chrisminus 6 · 10 March 2017, 05:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike22

There is Horus straps if you wanna be more unique

Horus???? Why would you put that chinese (expletive) on your Rolex????

Shocking.

BTW: Look at the dust that sucker collects. Silicone is a dust magnet.....

yjfang · 10 March 2017, 10:51 AM

Everest rubber on tang arrived today and just mounted. Looks great and feels amazing.

21 February 2017, 09:01 AM	#1
mimeocase "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: usa Posts: 108	Rubber Straps I have narrowed it down to Rubber B for my DSSD before i purchase 1 anyone have one, experience likes, dislikes 2 anyone have a new one for sale 3 anything out there better?

21 February 2017, 09:23 AM	#2
desertyank 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: LAX Watch: out! Posts: 239	I don't own any nato straps, but I have been told the 'Everest' straps are easier to put on the watch. __________________ 'Only the dead have seen the end of war' - George Santayana 2019 WIS CON survivor

21 February 2017, 10:40 AM	#5
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	I have a RubberB on my Explorer and love the look and fit. __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

21 February 2017, 03:03 PM	#14
Frakis 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: USA Posts: 2,819	I installed the Everest strap with tang buckle in 15 minutes (and I'm a novice). It is very comfortable and keeps the PCL's on my TT bracelet new. I switch it out for special occasions. Adds a sporty look, and keeps my Bluesy under the radar. __________________ Two Factor Authentication Enabled On My Account.

21 February 2017, 10:20 AM	#4
natosub "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Watch: the tide roll in.. Posts: 1,138	Everest and RubberB are the big players in the rubber strap space for Rolexes. Many threads on the pros and cons of each.

21 February 2017, 11:10 AM	#6
Blue_Lume Banned Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Geliefd Zijn Location: Amerika Watch: Alleen Rolex Posts: 476	I have Everest and Rubber b. All variations of leather, rubber deployant/tang buckle. 1) never had 1 issue putting it on and DEFINITELY didn't have to bend spring bars like mentioned earlier. 2) I have read the dssd is harder to put on vs a sub. 3) rubber b on my 116515LN you have to cut to size AND put a notch in the rubber for a spot on the clasp. On my 216570 the ez link goes away and swapping back to oyster is difficult. But only rubber b makes rubber for those models. Overall Everest is softer and easier to set up. Good luck!

21 February 2017, 11:41 AM	#7
Bigsykedaddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Anthony Location: Florida Watch: LVc \| SubC Posts: 2,285	I just got my everest strap the other day and I love it!

21 February 2017, 11:41 AM	#8
JSolano305 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Miami 305 Watch: 114060/116710BLNR Posts: 903	I used Everest on my 114060. First time doing it myself took me 10 minutes. Left the Rolex spring bars installed.

21 February 2017, 01:23 PM	#11
mmalek1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: Virginia Watch: This one. Posts: 1,753	I use my Rolex springbars with my straps. It's just a piece of mind thing for me. I had an AD order two sets for me to keep as extras. They were not terribly expensive and they arrived in a week.

21 February 2017, 01:54 PM	#12
Masmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Singapore Posts: 12	I had a black Everest rubber strap with Deployant on my Explorer 1 for about a month before I put it back on the bracelet. Then I put the rubber strap on my GMT BLNR for about 2 months before swapping it back to the bracelet. Although the watches were very comfortable and had a sportier look with the rubber, the Rolex bracelets are first class and give the watches a much more enduring look. Good fun to try em out though!

21 February 2017, 05:13 PM	#15
waterman1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 787	I have the rubber b for the dssd and was about to put it up for sale. Personally while I think it fits the watch perfectly and looks great, I could not get the right fit. Either too tight or too loose. Let me know if interested.

22 February 2017, 02:18 AM	#18
anothernewphone Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Bill Location: Plymouth Meeting Watch: 116520 Posts: 3,209	Anyone tried the new Horus straps for Rolex? I love the snow camo ones they make for ROOs, but not sure how they'd look on a ceramic Sub.

22 February 2017, 02:42 AM	#19
Undefeatable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Kevin Location: Irvine, CA Watch: 124060 Posts: 492	I sometimes run my Everest band on my 114060. I actually put it on for the first time in awhile last night and forgot how comfortable it is. I too used the stock OEM Rolex Spring bars that came with the watch. The Everest band came with spring bars, but the part that actually goes into the lug holes on the Everest spring bars are smaller in diameter than the OEM ones, and I prefer the "perfect" fit of the OEM ones inside the lug holes. EDIT* Just realized that my avatar shows the Everest band.

23 February 2017, 05:17 AM	#20
mimeocase "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: usa Posts: 108	what would be the size for a NATO strap I know my sub and daytona were 20mm but for the DSSD? thanks

23 February 2017, 09:22 AM	#22
waterman1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 787	DSSD is 21mm. I use 22mm NATO on mine and works well. The small extra width helps to stabilize the weight of it. They should have made the lugs 22 in my opinion.

23 February 2017, 03:51 PM	#25
scombs263 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: COMBS#263 Location: Los Angeles, Ca. Watch: Rolex SD43 Posts: 2,188	I had a rubber b for my black deep sea. Sold it with the watch. Loved the strap, I plan on getting another one. Best Buy u could make for that watch.

25 February 2017, 04:39 PM	#27
amg master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Canada Watch: Batman,SD, Pepsi Posts: 33	I have a horus graphite camo on my GMT. Good quality strap.

10 March 2017, 10:51 AM	#30
yjfang "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: JF Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 Posts: 1,426	Everest rubber on tang arrived today and just mounted. Looks great and feels amazing.

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