Alligator Strap issue

[Johndong888]

So the screw access flaps on the alligator strap is lifting as you can see. This a common issue?

Granted this has been my go to watch, it just looks bad. Thinking about replacing it with another one or go bracelet. Thoughts?

[edit] took a better pic.


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[brent95m3]

Try rubber. Works great and doesn’t show wear!

[Betta01]

Same happened to mine..I have the same watch. Had a dispute with AP at my home country over it's durability.

I have given up on AP leather straps..A Big Disappointment..for this price range.
Wearing mine on rubber strap now.

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[Burlington]

As per above - their rubber straps are incredible.

Have you tried a tiny dot of leather glue to close the edges down again if the rest is in good condition?

[Johndong888]

Originally Posted by Betta01

Same happened to mine..I have the same watch. Had a dispute with AP at my home country over it's durability.

I have given up on AP leather straps..A Big Disappointment..for this price range.
Wearing mine on rubber strap now.

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Would you mind sharing more photos of your rubber? I went to look at the all gold. It’s just not pretty since our dial is already gold.

Man I love the oem strap. Bummer to hear it’s will probably still happen with a new strap.


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[Betta01]

Here's mine on black rubber strap.
I actually also tried it on the gold bracelet..but my wrist is too small for a comfortable fit.

Too costly to give the original leather strap a 2nd chance.

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[Betta01]

I really wanted to have it on bracelet..
This my watch with the bracelet fitted on.


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[Johndong888]

Originally Posted by Betta01

I really wanted to have it on bracelet..
This my watch with the bracelet fitted on.

You have any pics at more of an angle? and any flat on the table? I have no idea what their rubber looks like.

As for the gold, I don't see the flow. There's no more contrast. It's gold everywhere lol

[Betta01]

Its the same black rubber strap for all the 42mm ROO..Google it..will fetch tons of photo.
Unfortunately can't get a photo of mine for you. Watch is at home..currently I am oversea

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[zahain]

As other mentioned it seems you either get a new strap or a rubber one. Or if you got the $$$ the bracelet.

[rcwatches]

I would say go for an AP band or similar aftermarket, its a better affordable option for watches worn more often

[Betta01]

Originally Posted by rcwatches

I would say go for an AP band or similar aftermarket, its a better affordable option for watches worn more often

Agree.I May try a aftermarket leather strap in future.

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[AK797]

Originally Posted by Betta01

Same happened to mine..I have the same watch. Had a dispute with AP at my home country over it's durability.

I have given up on AP leather straps..A Big Disappointment..for this price range.
Wearing mine on rubber strap now.

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Me too, had this on the lighter ROC so it's an endemic problem with AP leather, rubber is the way to go.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Johndong888

You have any pics at more of an angle? and any flat on the table? I have no idea what their rubber looks like.

As for the gold, I don't see the flow. There's no more contrast. It's gold everywhere lol

Have a look at pics of the old RG Rubberclad, it works well.

[HK Islandboy]

How long did the strap last before it started to come apart?

[Johndong888]

My oem strap really disintegrated two weeks ago. Got a new from AP Clearwater. Went to my local AD to swap. Of course ended up buying two watches. Ugh

New strap feels amazing on my 3 year old watch. So stiff. So nice.


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