I did it! Oysterflex on Submariner

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by moyski

Is it just me or is there a gap at the corners where the strap meets the case?

Yea there is slightly. And I’m ok with it, the YM oysterflex is this way too.

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by 1William

I like it as an option but I would not spend the money or time sourcing the strap from Rolex. I own RubberB and Everest straps that are made to go with the Submariner and they do not have gaps at the case.

I’m sure Rubber B and Everest are great, I was going to get Everest too.
But this idea came up and I really like it so I did it. I think its worth the time sourcing as it didn’t take me too long to find. I’m really ok with the little gaps because it is not that visible while wearing also it is the same way they do on YM oysterflex

[TruthBalance]

I like it, thanks for sharing.

[stylinleems]

Looks great!!

[chazadams]

That looks terrific!!! And congrats on a successful strap change too. I think it's fun when done with the proper tools and techniques (all learned on TRF of course ).

I switch out my Subc with an Everest band and love the look and feel of it. It then feels good to go BACK to the bracelet where my mind then says......"this is where the watch truly belongs".......but so fun to mix it up .

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by Swiss Mad!

Nice -

Couple of questions if I may?

Just wondered how you managed to source the Oysterflex, I always thought Rolex didn’t supply parts for watches they were never originally supplied with?

Did it fit straight on or did you have any issues getting it to fit?

How did the price compare to say an Everest or Rubber B band which, no disrespect, visually would look pretty similar?

Thanks


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Thank you,

Yes I will answer your questions here.
So you can find some seller selling Original OF on this forum’s classified page. And yes. Rolex normally will not sell to you if you don’t have the watch to go with it( YM or Daytona). So you might need to ask around your AD or ask a friend who has those watches to purchase for you.

Yes. It fit perfectly to exact on the lug 20mm. I have no issue get it on. It was my first time to adjust bracelet myself. And it was not bad at all. Went smoothly.

They cost double than Rubber B and Everest. Many people prefer Rubber B and Everest as they are very nice products and don’t have a “gap” in between the lugs. I personally prefer Rolex Original parts so I went with the Oysterflex and think it’s worth it. The price is acceptable for a $8000+ watch to me. Also the look is just like how they done on the Yacht-Master

Hope this helps

[Fin3908]

Nice looking setup

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by stylinleems

Looks great!!

Thank you!

[Swiss Mad!]

Originally Posted by chriswang0130

Thank you,

Yes I will answer your questions here.
So you can find some seller selling Original OF on this forum’s classified page. And yes. Rolex normally will not sell to you if you don’t have the watch to go with it( YM or Daytona). So you might need to ask around your AD or ask a friend who has those watches to purchase for you.

Yes. It fit perfectly to exact on the lug 20mm. I have no issue get it on. It was my first time to adjust bracelet myself. And it was not bad at all. Went smoothly.

They cost double than Rubber B and Everest. Many people prefer Rubber B and Everest as they are very nice products and don’t have a “gap” in between the lugs. I personally prefer Rolex Original parts so I went with the Oysterflex and think it’s worth it. The price is acceptable for a $8000+ watch to me. Also the look is just like how they done on the Yacht-Master

Hope this helps

Perfect


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[MTdweller]

Looks great. I too am hoping this becomes a factory option whenever they update the Sub.

[alphadweller]

yes, very nice, gotta speak to my RSC, see if they'l sell me one for my steel YM...

[fooey]

very very nice, i'm gonna go looking for one on here now,
has anyone got a link to fitting one please?
what a difference it makes

[Easy E]

Love it. Well done.

[AJM914]

Lookin good!

[JohnnyMack]

I really like it....

[moyski]

Originally Posted by chriswang0130

Yea there is slightly. And I’m ok with it, the YM oysterflex is this way too.

I had no idea this was the case with the Yachtmaster too. Never looked at photos close enough to notice. Now I wonder why Rolex provided endlinks with Daytonas on Oysterflex and not on the Yachtmaster?

[shawn13ca]

Can you buy an Oysterflex from dealer?

[Gary Anderson]

OP, did you use the original clasp? Great job!

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by Gary Anderson

OP, did you use the original clasp? Great job!

Yea I did. I use the glidelock on it.
Thank you!

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by moyski

I had no idea this was the case with the Yachtmaster too. Never looked at photos close enough to notice. Now I wonder why Rolex provided endlinks with Daytonas on Oysterflex and not on the Yachtmaster?

Yea, I think they probably tested and think Daytona looks better with the endlink.

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by MTdweller

Looks great. I too am hoping this becomes a factory option whenever they update the Sub.

Thanks, I think they will. We will see about this years Basal

[Burlington]

If it comes ex factory, I do think thinner lugs would look even better !

[wgdaytona]

Well done! I agree keeping it all rolex on OF is better than aftermarket.

[ltmgeller]

looks good

[Brny11]

Those lugs just do not compliment any strap at all. Oysterflex is the exception, but with the end links. Curious why you didn't use them? Still, I've tried tons of straps and oyster bracelet is only good option IMO. 5 dig is a different story. Looks great on everything.

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[Rebel]

[Swiss Mad!]

Having looked at your photos again, my only issue would be the gaps up against the case.

That would bug the hell out of me, sorry OP.

An Everest or Rubber B would fit perfect as they are made specifically for that watch.

I appreciate your comment that you went with the OF because it’s an original Rolex part, but it’s not original to the Sub is it?

I appreciate what you’ve done & if your happy that’s all that matters but for me there are better options to achieve the same look.








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[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by Brny11

Those lugs just do not compliment any strap at all. Oysterflex is the exception, but with the end links. Curious why you didn't use them? Still, I've tried tons of straps and oyster bracelet is only good option IMO. 5 dig is a different story. Looks great on everything.

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I don’t prefer aftermarket parts, that’s why. And this is just a fun way to wear my Sub. I will still mainly put it on the oyster.

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by Swiss Mad!

Having looked at your photos again, my only issue would be the gaps up against the case.

That would bug the hell out of me, sorry OP.

An Everest or Rubber B would fit perfect as they are made specifically for that watch.

I appreciate your comment that you went with the OF because it’s an original Rolex part, but it’s not original to the Sub is it?

I appreciate what you’ve done & if your happy that’s all that matters but for me there are better options to achieve the same look.








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No need to sorry to me. Do what you like, what makes you happy
And I like it this way.

[chriswang0130]

Originally Posted by chazadams

That looks terrific!!! And congrats on a successful strap change too. I think it's fun when done with the proper tools and techniques (all learned on TRF of course ).

I switch out my Subc with an Everest band and love the look and feel of it. It then feels good to go BACK to the bracelet where my mind then says......"this is where the watch truly belongs".......but so fun to mix it up .

Yes it was indeed a very fun little project