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10 August 2017, 10:57 PM | #1 |
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Steel skydweller conversion to leather strap
Was wondering if anyone has some insight as to whether it is possible to convert the steel skydweller that was recently released to a leather strap like the gold versions had? This would be great for me as I prefer the look of this model on leather and this would clearly save some money if it was possible to do on the steel model. Thank you to all in advance!
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11 August 2017, 12:03 AM | #2 |
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Yes but there may be a gap between your lugs/case. rolex watches that come on leather have a small metal bridge between the lugs which fills the gap (making you unable to attach a bracelet to the case though). The bracelet models don't have the bridge- so you have more freedom to change straps if you can live with the possibility of a gap. Hope this helps!
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11 August 2017, 12:38 AM | #3 |
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That is helpful thank you!
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11 August 2017, 02:24 AM | #4 |
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there are a cpl ppl online, eBay, jewler, etc that can custom make an end link.
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11 August 2017, 03:25 AM | #5 |
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I think it looks better on bracelet, on leather it is a bit top heavy and unbalanced.
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11 August 2017, 05:37 AM | #6 |
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11 August 2017, 06:03 AM | #7 |
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I'd keep it on bracelet.
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11 August 2017, 07:01 AM | #8 |
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I would assume it would be possible with an aftermarket strap. Are you asking if an AD would put on the leather strap from the gold model and cut you a deal? I don't think that's likely.
I've heard rumors of an AD selling a watch without the bracelet for a discount, but i'm sure that's not really supposed to be done and they'd likely get in trouble with corporate if they knew. |
11 August 2017, 12:44 PM | #9 |
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I tried on the white gold SKy D on leather, and while I did find it a little too top heavy, I rather liked it. The SS case on leather will obviously be much lighter and better balanced!
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11 August 2017, 07:01 PM | #10 |
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You will have to buy an end link add on to plug the gap in between but I think bracelet is nicer than any leather strap regardless
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11 August 2017, 09:34 PM | #11 |
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The SkyDweller looks much better on an oyster bracelet IMO. You can switch to a strap if you like though.
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Quote:
Found this pic on ig.. IMO this is the SS 326934 but with croco strap.. but there is end link there.. |
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24 April 2018, 11:44 AM | #13 |
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Hi - who is the IG user? Any chance of contacting him for info on the end links?
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13 May 2018, 04:07 AM | #14 |
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13 May 2018, 09:10 AM | #15 |
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Wow that skyD on leather really looks good!
Its made me want to buy a SS Skyd and put it on a leather strap! Can it be done? And has anyone on here done so?? Love watches on leather but also good to have the bracelet. Thats lovely though... |
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Sure why not! member Smartyjones18 can perhaps made them for you as he makes them for other models (great, have them for Datejust and GMT watches)
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17 May 2018, 10:52 AM | #18 |
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Hi op,
I have changed my ss skyd with leather strap. Sure with no end link. But i still love it, and still using it this way |
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