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Old 16 January 2019, 11:34 AM   #1
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Rubber Strap using End Links for GMT Master II

I’ve found I can’t buy a Rolex Oysterflex strap for my GMT Master II. I see Rubber B and Everest have quality rubber straps but they’re curved and butt up directly to the watch case, not compatible with end links.

Is there any alternative for a top quality rubber strap that uses the bracelet end links?
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Old 16 January 2019, 11:40 AM   #2
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I did this setup on my bluesy sometime ago but that’s after market end links and leather strap.


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Old 17 January 2019, 04:30 AM   #3
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I did this setup on my bluesy sometime ago but that’s after market end links and leather strap.


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what a beauty, mind if share more that bluessy..
where u buy that leather strap?
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Old 17 January 2019, 06:41 AM   #4
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I have a Rubber B for my GMT Master II. I'm not sure I understand your hesitation? You don't want to use Rubber B or Everest because they use their own end links instead of your originals?
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Old 17 January 2019, 06:48 AM   #5
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I have a Rubber B for my GMT Master II. I'm not sure I understand your hesitation? You don't want to use Rubber B or Everest because they use their own end links instead of your originals?
OP is looking for this look. I'd recommend holding out for an Oysterflex it's the only quality rubber strap that you can buy that will house end links and work with your OEM clasp. If you don't care about using the original clasp you might open up some other options. If you have a good relationship with any ADs I'd start making some visits and asking if they can order for you.
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Old 17 January 2019, 07:45 AM   #6
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Wait for the OF bands if you can. It’s the best rubber solution for your GMT.




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Old 17 January 2019, 10:24 PM   #7
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Custom end links and Bonetto Cinturini.
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Old 9 December 2019, 02:07 PM   #8
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Custom end links and Bonetto Cinturini.
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That's looks sharp! I'm doing some DD on adding a blue strap on my 16710.
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Old 9 December 2019, 02:10 PM   #9
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The Smarty End Links work perfectly with the Oysterflex and 116710.

You don't mention if your GMT Master II is 5 or 6 digit.
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The Smarty End Links work perfectly with the Oysterflex and 116710.

You don't mention if your GMT Master II is 5 or 6 digit.
Thanks for that..I'm going to give those a try!
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Old 9 December 2019, 11:28 PM   #11
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That's looks sharp! I'm doing some DD on adding a blue strap on my 16710.
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