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samson66 · 21 August 2018, 12:18 AM

Installed on my Black Bay 41 blue. As usual took me way longer than it should have to switch hands. Several scratches later here is the result.

Love the look and feel of this rubber band. Holds the position on my wrist much better than the OEM nato. Extremely comfortable and the fit is just about perfect. $225 is a lot to pay for a hunk of rubber but I have to say Everest did a really nice job and I'm very happy with it so far.

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Magmir · 21 August 2018, 12:20 AM

Looks great on the rubber! What tool did you use to change bands?

Chadridv · 21 August 2018, 12:25 AM

looks awesome! I love mine too.

samson66 · 21 August 2018, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Magmir

Looks great on the rubber! What tool did you use to change bands?

Thanks. Used a spring bar removal tool I got on Amazon a while back. It's not a bad tool but it's the wrong size which probably explains some of the scratches :(

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HogwldFLTR · 21 August 2018, 12:34 AM

Yes, I agree about how well the fit is for the Everest straps; it is the primary reason I chose them over RubberB (cost was a minor factor). I've got one on two watches and just received an Isofrane for my 5 digit Sub which will go on shortly! No issue with scratches on the sub as it's a through hole design! The Isofrane is a traditional straight end strap used during the 60s and 70s.

Shakini · 21 August 2018, 01:30 AM

I was never sure about a BB on rubber but I must say, that looks pretty impressive. Congrats on the new shoes!

Carry The Interest · 21 August 2018, 02:27 AM

This looks great on the BB -- especially as summer daily wearer.

T01 · 21 August 2018, 02:29 AM

Looks nice!

samson66 · 21 August 2018, 02:34 AM

Thanks for the comments guys. Yeah this is strictly a casual watch for me - I don't wear with any sort of dress clothes. If you are going for that outdoors casual beachy vibe I definitely recommend taking a look at the Everest straps.

schoolboy · 21 August 2018, 02:39 AM

Looking good

padi56 · 21 August 2018, 02:49 AM

Not my cup of tea and IMHO they are overpriced for what they are, trouble once you link the Rolex or Tudor name price of strap doubles.

ttsisk · 21 August 2018, 03:37 AM

You're very right OP. The rubber definitely wears better than nato. It feels more secure and balanced. Here's mine on a Rubber B. I also have two rubber straps as an alternative for my Daytona but just for fun. I prefer the bracelet.

samson66 · 21 August 2018, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

...once you link the Rolex or Tudor name price of strap doubles.

Ain't that the truth. I guess they figure Rolex/Tudor owners will say, "if I'm willing to pay $5-10K for a watch, $200+ for a strap is a bargain!"

samson66 · 21 August 2018, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ttsisk

You're very right OP. The rubber definitely wears better than nato. It feels more secure and balanced. Here's mine on a Rubber B. I also have two rubber straps as an alternative for my Daytona but just for fun. I prefer the bracelet.

That looks great. I haven't considered a rubber strap for either of my Rolexes I think mainly out of fear of mucking them up trying to remove the bracelet

HogwldFLTR · 21 August 2018, 04:13 AM

Really the rubber strap is the best for the watch if it is going in the water. If a wetsuit is worn the strap can be adjusted. Rolex recommends not wearing their cloth strap in the water. The bracelet has no diver's extension. I really like the Everest on the THBBN that I have. Also it's nice on my 116600. As far as price is concerned; does anyone know the price off hand of the Oyster Flex? I just purchased an Isofrane for my sub. It is a traditional diver's strap which goes for about half the cost but doesn't have the nicely fitted ends (straight ends instead).

GerardoG · 21 August 2018, 04:14 AM

JimSnyder · 21 August 2018, 06:21 AM

Very nice. I have been thinking about the Crafter Blue straps from Strapcode, but do not like the metal keeper that is on them.

AJM914 · 21 August 2018, 06:56 AM

Very nice! I like it!

Pacc12 · 21 August 2018, 09:24 AM

looks nice.

Rags · 21 August 2018, 09:27 AM

Looks great, you get what you pay for as I always tell my wife.

JR16 · 21 August 2018, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Really the rubber strap is the best for the watch if it is going in the water. If a wetsuit is worn the strap can be adjusted. Rolex recommends not wearing their cloth strap in the water. The bracelet has no diver's extension. I really like the Everest on the THBBN that I have. Also it's nice on my 116600. As far as price is concerned; does anyone know the price off hand of the Oyster Flex? I just purchased an Isofrane for my sub. It is a traditional diver's strap which goes for about half the cost but doesn't have the nicely fitted ends (straight ends instead).

I have a few isofranes for my seikos- fantastic straps! I wish they made an option of a thinner strap though as they are pretty chunky for a Rolex IMO

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21 August 2018, 12:18 AM	#1
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 12,906	Just got my new Everest band Installed on my Black Bay 41 blue. As usual took me way longer than it should have to switch hands. Several scratches later here is the result. Love the look and feel of this rubber band. Holds the position on my wrist much better than the OEM nato. Extremely comfortable and the fit is just about perfect. $225 is a lot to pay for a hunk of rubber but I have to say Everest did a really nice job and I'm very happy with it so far. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge using Tapatalk

21 August 2018, 12:25 AM	#3
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,343	looks awesome! I love mine too. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

21 August 2018, 12:34 AM	#5
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	Yes, I agree about how well the fit is for the Everest straps; it is the primary reason I chose them over RubberB (cost was a minor factor). I've got one on two watches and just received an Isofrane for my 5 digit Sub which will go on shortly! No issue with scratches on the sub as it's a through hole design! The Isofrane is a traditional straight end strap used during the 60s and 70s. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

21 August 2018, 02:49 AM	#11
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,266	Not my cup of tea and IMHO they are overpriced for what they are, trouble once you link the Rolex or Tudor name price of strap doubles. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

21 August 2018, 04:13 AM	#15
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	Really the rubber strap is the best for the watch if it is going in the water. If a wetsuit is worn the strap can be adjusted. Rolex recommends not wearing their cloth strap in the water. The bracelet has no diver's extension. I really like the Everest on the THBBN that I have. Also it's nice on my 116600. As far as price is concerned; does anyone know the price off hand of the Oyster Flex? I just purchased an Isofrane for my sub. It is a traditional diver's strap which goes for about half the cost but doesn't have the nicely fitted ends (straight ends instead). __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

21 August 2018, 12:20 AM	#2
Magmir "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Atlanta Posts: 108	Looks great on the rubber! What tool did you use to change bands?

21 August 2018, 01:30 AM	#6
Shakini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Mani Location: London Town Watch: TBB (red), YMR Posts: 194	I was never sure about a BB on rubber but I must say, that looks pretty impressive. Congrats on the new shoes!

21 August 2018, 02:27 AM	#7
Carry The Interest "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: LA Watch: RLX, ALS Posts: 3,410	This looks great on the BB -- especially as summer daily wearer.

21 August 2018, 02:29 AM	#8
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,481	Looks nice!

21 August 2018, 02:34 AM	#9
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 12,906	Thanks for the comments guys. Yeah this is strictly a casual watch for me - I don't wear with any sort of dress clothes. If you are going for that outdoors casual beachy vibe I definitely recommend taking a look at the Everest straps.

21 August 2018, 02:39 AM	#10
schoolboy Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Jesus Location: Texas Watch: 116234 Posts: 8,721	Looking good

21 August 2018, 04:14 AM	#16
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098

21 August 2018, 06:21 AM	#17
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,711	Very nice. I have been thinking about the Crafter Blue straps from Strapcode, but do not like the metal keeper that is on them. __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

21 August 2018, 06:56 AM	#18
AJM914 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: AJ Location: NY Watch: ♕ Posts: 6,761	Very nice! I like it! __________________

21 August 2018, 09:24 AM	#19
Pacc12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 160	looks nice.

21 August 2018, 09:27 AM	#20
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	Looks great, you get what you pay for as I always tell my wife. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

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