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Jona · 15 October 2019, 07:33 AM

I have a "spare" Everest green striped rubber strap with tang buckle for a GMT II. How I ended up with a $280 strap I was not using is a long story for another time. There is an SA at my AD who wears a ceramic GMT, black bezel, green GMT hand. I thought I'd give him this strap since he's been good to me.

I wore the Milgauss to the AD and they offered to try mounting this strap onto the MG. I thought for sure that the cases were sufficiently different to preclude success but it fit. There appears to be some slight bending of the springbar but it is secure and the watchmaker confirmed it as safe. (NB as with all my watches, I don't put my arm out the window when driving.) In fact I've seen such light bending of the springbar on Everest straps meant for the watch on which it was placed.

I am happy that this worked out as that version is not available specifically for the MG; I prefer not to use the Rolex clasp on the aftermarket strap.

I like the look:

othertbone · 15 October 2019, 07:39 AM

Oy you could lose the watch brother!

Jona · 15 October 2019, 07:47 AM

I don't think so.

sub2011 · 15 October 2019, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by othertbone

Oy you could lose the watch brother!

This!!

Jona · 15 October 2019, 08:20 AM

Again, NO. And thanks for the kind comments. Glad you like the look.

Sublovin · 15 October 2019, 08:25 AM

I have never been a fan of rubber, but do like NATO and leather. It’s always fun to switch it up.
Hard to tell how much stress is on the spring bar, but you seem comfortable with it so enjoy.

kieselguhr · 15 October 2019, 08:31 AM

I usually like the look of different watches on various straps. I just think the Milgauss looks much better on the bracelet. Thank you for sharing. All that should matter to you is that you like it and you’re comfortable with the security of the spring bar.

BNABOD · 15 October 2019, 09:25 AM

No no no

The ONLY way to go

Gary Busey · 15 October 2019, 09:44 AM

What an underrated watch the Milgauss

5nit · 15 October 2019, 10:03 AM

I like the look. It’s a summer sport look and I bet the comfort is amazing. Different is cool. We all have the same watches and there is nothing wrong with this at all. My next sub will have a black strap and my GF’s a white. Both rubber.

Grapenut · 15 October 2019, 11:03 AM

Isn't that a Rubber B strap? Either way, it looks good and as long as your comfortable with the spring bar enjoy!

Bizcut1 · 15 October 2019, 04:35 PM

Great looking watch - that band is a stunner!

Jason71 · 15 October 2019, 04:37 PM

Is there a particular reason you decided to pose the watch with Imodium in the background?

Luther89 · 15 October 2019, 04:50 PM

Imodium is not a good look. Not as bad as putting a rubber band on a luxury watch though!

Singslinger · 15 October 2019, 05:44 PM

Nice strap, but I prefer the Milgauss on its original bracelet.

Kostas · 15 October 2019, 06:21 PM

I can see a significant gap between the bottom of the bezel and strap, it is what it is.

they obviously don't want to spend the money to create a different height strap that fits better for a single model.

Devildog · 15 October 2019, 06:30 PM

I like the look

But please note that is a Rubber B Strap (not Everest), and there is a reason Rubber B make a specific strap for the Milgauss. Personally I wouldn't want spring bars going into the lug holes at that angle as the lugholes will likely be elongated.

padi56 · 15 October 2019, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jona

I have a "spare" Everest green striped rubber strap with tang buckle for a GMT II. How I ended up with a $280 strap I was not using is a long story for another time. There is an SA at my AD who wears a ceramic GMT, black bezel, green GMT hand. I thought I'd give him this strap since he's been good to me.

I wore the Milgauss to the AD and they offered to try mounting this strap onto the MG. I thought for sure that the cases were sufficiently different to preclude success but it fit. There appears to be some slight bending of the springbar but it is secure and the watchmaker confirmed it as safe. (NB as with all my watches, I don't put my arm out the window when driving.) In fact I've seen such light bending of the springbar on Everest straps meant for the watch on which it was placed.

I am happy that this worked out as that version is not available specifically for the MG; I prefer not to use the Rolex clasp on the aftermarket strap.

I like the look:

Straps looks too tight and watch would look better if worn slightly above the wrist bone.

Devildog · 15 October 2019, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kostas

I can see a significant gap between the bottom of the bezel and strap, it is what it is.

they obviously don't want to spend the money to create a different height strap that fits better for a single model.

There is a specific Rubber B strap for the Milgauss which addresses the issues you've mentioned

Kostas · 15 October 2019, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Devildog

There is a specific Rubber B strap for the Milgauss which addresses the issues you've mentioned

Did they fix it finally? Yay

JayHantz · 15 October 2019, 06:45 PM

For the OP, do what you like but I don't think it looks that great.

Old Expat Beast · 15 October 2019, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Is there a particular reason you decided to pose the watch with Imodium in the background?

He'll be needing that if a springbar pops out

gunhose · 15 October 2019, 08:00 PM

Adam LOL

Thuilln · 15 October 2019, 08:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Is there a particular reason you decided to pose the watch with Imodium in the background?

BNABOD · 15 October 2019, 11:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Is there a particular reason you decided to pose the watch with Imodium in the background?

Symptom relief ...

yons78 · 15 October 2019, 11:32 PM

Personally I prefer the Milgauss on its original bracelet too.

AK797 · 16 October 2019, 12:34 AM

Looks good as it does on the LVc.

Jona · 16 October 2019, 01:43 AM

Yes, it is a Rubber B. My error. I took the strap off to see how much the springbars had been bent to mount the strap, given that it is not made for the MG. I found that one was bent too much for my satisfaction:

So it is back on the bracelet. I truly wish that Robber B would make a strap for the MG using the tang buckle. They make one using the Rolex clasp which I do not want to remove from the bracelet for this purpose. Nor do I want to try and buy one.

I thank members for pointing out what I missed in this exercise. I think some folks' favorite meal is acrimony and cheese, but it's the internet after all.

I'll go back to my original plan of gifting the Rubber B to the SA at the AD.

Amochosto · 16 October 2019, 03:03 AM

I like me some cheese, but acrimony gives me heartburn...

Truly that strap is perfect for the Milgauss, and I’ve never seen an aftermarket rubber strap look as good on a Rolex. I hope they make a tang one for you in the near future.

Dsmith1974 · 16 October 2019, 04:10 AM

Yacht Master or Daytona on Oysterflex - fine and dandy. Tropic on an old sub or gmt maybe. Anything else not for me.

15 October 2019, 07:33 AM	#1
Jona Banned Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Watch: 116618LN Posts: 1,399	Milgauss new shoes, surprised I have a "spare" Everest green striped rubber strap with tang buckle for a GMT II. How I ended up with a $280 strap I was not using is a long story for another time. There is an SA at my AD who wears a ceramic GMT, black bezel, green GMT hand. I thought I'd give him this strap since he's been good to me. I wore the Milgauss to the AD and they offered to try mounting this strap onto the MG. I thought for sure that the cases were sufficiently different to preclude success but it fit. There appears to be some slight bending of the springbar but it is secure and the watchmaker confirmed it as safe. (NB as with all my watches, I don't put my arm out the window when driving.) In fact I've seen such light bending of the springbar on Everest straps meant for the watch on which it was placed. I am happy that this worked out as that version is not available specifically for the MG; I prefer not to use the Rolex clasp on the aftermarket strap. I like the look:

15 October 2019, 08:25 AM	#6
Sublovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,354	I have never been a fan of rubber, but do like NATO and leather. It’s always fun to switch it up. Hard to tell how much stress is on the spring bar, but you seem comfortable with it so enjoy. __________________ DSSD is the king of all Rolex

15 October 2019, 09:44 AM	#9
Gary Busey "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Pothole Watch: Tudor Black Bay Posts: 890	What an underrated watch the Milgauss __________________ Tudor Black Bay Red Rose ETA Rolex 214270 Explorer 1 Tudor BB 41 Blue Dial Doxa Sub 200, SKX009 Aquastar Deepstar

15 October 2019, 04:37 PM	#13
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	Is there a particular reason you decided to pose the watch with Imodium in the background? __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

15 October 2019, 06:30 PM	#17
Devildog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: UK Watch: ^^^ for now Posts: 5,636	I like the look But please note that is a Rubber B Strap (not Everest), and there is a reason Rubber B make a specific strap for the Milgauss. Personally I wouldn't want spring bars going into the lug holes at that angle as the lugholes will likely be elongated. __________________ Past: 6239 (yes, I know...), 16610, 16600, 116515, 116613LN, 126600, 126711 CHNR Present: 16600, 116509, Cartier Santos Green.

15 October 2019, 07:39 AM	#2
othertbone Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Florida, USA Watch: Rolex/AP/Vin Omega Posts: 1,972	Oy you could lose the watch brother!

15 October 2019, 07:47 AM	#3
Jona Banned Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Watch: 116618LN Posts: 1,399	I don't think so.

15 October 2019, 08:20 AM	#5
Jona Banned Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Watch: 116618LN Posts: 1,399	Again, NO. And thanks for the kind comments. Glad you like the look.

15 October 2019, 08:31 AM	#7
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,421	I usually like the look of different watches on various straps. I just think the Milgauss looks much better on the bracelet. Thank you for sharing. All that should matter to you is that you like it and you’re comfortable with the security of the spring bar.

15 October 2019, 09:25 AM	#8
BNABOD "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: USA Posts: 663	No no no The ONLY way to go

15 October 2019, 10:03 AM	#10
5nit Banned Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Adam Location: Canada Watch: DJ41 Posts: 517	I like the look. It’s a summer sport look and I bet the comfort is amazing. Different is cool. We all have the same watches and there is nothing wrong with this at all. My next sub will have a black strap and my GF’s a white. Both rubber.

15 October 2019, 11:03 AM	#11
Grapenut 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: IAH Watch: GMT(s) & Sub Posts: 288	Isn't that a Rubber B strap? Either way, it looks good and as long as your comfortable with the spring bar enjoy!

15 October 2019, 04:35 PM	#12
Bizcut1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Real Name: Ben Location: Valley of the Sun Watch: 126331 126610 3861 Posts: 3,235	Great looking watch - that band is a stunner!

15 October 2019, 04:50 PM	#14
Luther89 Banned Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Italy Posts: 255	Imodium is not a good look. Not as bad as putting a rubber band on a luxury watch though!

15 October 2019, 05:44 PM	#15
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,422	Nice strap, but I prefer the Milgauss on its original bracelet.

15 October 2019, 06:21 PM	#16
Kostas 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Australia Watch: @ kostastimepieces Posts: 5,239	I can see a significant gap between the bottom of the bezel and strap, it is what it is. they obviously don't want to spend the money to create a different height strap that fits better for a single model.

15 October 2019, 06:45 PM	#21
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,842	For the OP, do what you like but I don't think it looks that great.

15 October 2019, 08:00 PM	#23
gunhose Banned Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Belgium/ USA now Watch: what's on my wrist Posts: 575	Adam LOL

15 October 2019, 11:32 PM	#26
yons78 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: United States Posts: 50	Personally I prefer the Milgauss on its original bracelet too.

16 October 2019, 12:34 AM	#27
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,225	Looks good as it does on the LVc.

16 October 2019, 01:43 AM	#28
Jona Banned Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Watch: 116618LN Posts: 1,399	Yes, it is a Rubber B. My error. I took the strap off to see how much the springbars had been bent to mount the strap, given that it is not made for the MG. I found that one was bent too much for my satisfaction: So it is back on the bracelet. I truly wish that Robber B would make a strap for the MG using the tang buckle. They make one using the Rolex clasp which I do not want to remove from the bracelet for this purpose. Nor do I want to try and buy one. I thank members for pointing out what I missed in this exercise. I think some folks' favorite meal is acrimony and cheese, but it's the internet after all. I'll go back to my original plan of gifting the Rubber B to the SA at the AD.

16 October 2019, 03:03 AM	#29
Amochosto "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Canada Watch: Me Posts: 1,168	I like me some cheese, but acrimony gives me heartburn... Truly that strap is perfect for the Milgauss, and I’ve never seen an aftermarket rubber strap look as good on a Rolex. I hope they make a tang one for you in the near future. __________________ 1771036 Stupidity is doomed, therefore, to cringe at every syllable of wisdom Heraclitus of Ephesus

16 October 2019, 04:10 AM	#30
Dsmith1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Duncan Location: London Watch: DD 40 Posts: 2,262	Yacht Master or Daytona on Oysterflex - fine and dandy. Tropic on an old sub or gmt maybe. Anything else not for me.

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