Rubber B for Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

[joerivers1961]

I can't speak of this strap but I do have two Pateks and a PM Daytona on Rubber B and can attest to it's quality. I switched mainly because leather doesn't work for me for a daily in warm weather. The only leather strap that I still have is on my Barrichello and velcro on End of Days.

[joerivers1961]

woa tone it down fella, this is a place for friendly discussions no need for name calling.

Originally Posted by alex_moreno111

When should we expect your post on a comparison? "appalling" hideous or ugly I can respect that a million times more than knocking on the quality. Makes you look like a fool or a troll. Which I sincerely hope your either...

[catsby90]

There is no equivalent for a 15450, is there?

[SDDS]

Originally Posted by alex_moreno111

I forgot to post pictures. Been wearing it on the strap for about 3 weeks now. Wears entirely different from the bracelet & changes the look to a completely different watch. IMO theres no comparison to a Royal Oak Bracelet but the comfort on this strap is insane. Flies under the radar a bit too. Very surprised with the velcro. It is very comfy and I like that you have to toggle with the flap in order to go through the loop for safety. It won't just slide through.This is my 4th Rubber B strap so I won't even speak on Quality. If you own one you know. The feel is 100% OEM.

Looks beautiful on your wrist thanks for sharing, I just ordered one for my 15400 Blue dial, I would like to ask you did the strap came with an extra rubber keeper that you can attach on the strap in case it does not peel off?

Thanks again

[alex_moreno111]

It came with one keeper but I haven't used it yet. Testing without it and great so far.

Originally Posted by SDDS

Looks beautiful on your wrist thanks for sharing, I just ordered one for my 15400 Blue dial, I would like to ask you did the strap came with an extra rubber keeper that you can attach on the strap in case it does not peel off?

Thanks again

[alex_moreno111]

I dont think they do. That's 37mm right?

Originally Posted by catsby90

There is no equivalent for a 15450, is there?

[SDDS]

Originally Posted by alex_moreno111

It came with one keeper but I haven't used it yet. Testing without it and great so far.

Thank you my friend:)


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[SDDS]

Originally Posted by alex_moreno111

It came with one keeper but I haven't used it yet. Testing without it and great so far.

Here you go my friend, its really comfortable like what you said exactly


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[alex_moreno111]

Wow man! I never though about wearing it with a suit looks great.

Originally Posted by SDDS

Here you go my friend, its really comfortable like what you said exactly


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[joerivers1961]

Is the strap blue or black? it looks the same color as the dial. Very nice.

Originally Posted by SDDS

Here you go my friend, its really comfortable like what you said exactly


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[SDDS]

Originally Posted by joerivers1961

Is the strap blue or black? it looks the same color as the dial. Very nice.

Thanks its blue


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[SDDS]

Originally Posted by alex_moreno111

Wow man! I never though about wearing it with a suit looks great.

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[SMD]

Never understood the slam on a velcro closure. I can't speak to this one as I have never seen it, but we have already accepted six figure watches on rubber, is velcro really the bridge too far? I mean if its good enough for 7 figure RM's....

I want something that fits well, period. If that is velcro so be it. But the most expensive OEM option is deployant, and those do not exactly fit well for a lot of people. If AP did a velcro strap I would absolutely buy it for a ROO.

[SDDS]

Originally Posted by SMD

Never understood the slam on a velcro closure. I can't speak to this one as I have never seen it, but we have already accepted six figure watches on rubber, is velcro really the bridge too far? I mean if its good enough for 7 figure RM's....

I want something that fits well, period. If that is velcro so be it. But the most expensive OEM option is deployant, and those do not exactly fit well for a lot of people. If AP did a velcro strap I would absolutely buy it for a ROO.

Its really comfortable go for it, you can choose your size, for me its a perfect size and way far better than the deployant clasp and way cheaper too. No need for plots and pins, deployant clasp etc..


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[BreguetRolex]

Originally Posted by SDDS

Looks beautiful on your wrist thanks for sharing, I just ordered one for my 15400 Blue dial, I would like to ask you did the strap came with an extra rubber keeper that you can attach on the strap in case it does not peel off?

Thanks again

How does one list there watches down below like you have as I seem to not be able to figure it out..?

[SDDS]

Originally Posted by BreguetRolex

How does one list there watches down below like you have as I seem to not be able to figure it out..?

Yes it did come with the strap, actually i asked the same thing :):):) so far there is no need to put it, its very strong, but its there in case we need it :):):)


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[Burlington]

Originally Posted by BreguetRolex

How does one list there watches down below like you have as I seem to not be able to figure it out..?

You need a few more posts, then signature will appear in your user CP.

[CHOSEN1]

Originally Posted by PJ S

The velcro & “clasp” look cheap as f… – definite deal breaker right there!
Nice bit of metal integration, but still back to the drawing board, afaic.

Originally Posted by V25V

Not feelin it.... prefer the plots.

Agreed!!

[macrowatch]

Thought I was add some more information to this thread. Recently ordered the RubberB for a metal bracelet replacement.

Rubber was high quality as to be expected from the company, but not entirely a fan of the velcro mechanism after seeing it up close instead of in marketing photos. I thought maybe it was pre-bent instead of something that would create a bulge to fold over, plus the sizing is tricky to get right without excess velcro being exposed or not enough. All in tall, wasn't to my taste personally so I didn't end up fitting it on. YMMV. You can see the ends also has some of the titanium exposed which I also didn't like.

So, long story short, looks like I'll be ordering in the OEM conversion set.

[alex_moreno111]

I felt similar to you but then called them and asked some questions, I was told that the "plots" couldn't be covered with the rubber on the ends because it wouldn't fit the case as precise as it should. They show the metal on their picture. My biggest hesitation was the velcro & to that they explained that it was the best way to resolve the closure for the RO bracelet After about 2 weeks the loop went down & the fit was perfect. I'm glad I kept it because it is extremely comfortable although it does not have the same flair as the beautiful RO bracelet I am happy with it. You can see wrist pictures on above posts. Definitely look forward to seeing your conversion!

Originally Posted by macrowatch

Thought I was add some more information to this thread. Recently ordered the RubberB for a metal bracelet replacement.

Rubber was high quality as to be expected from the company, but not entirely a fan of the velcro mechanism after seeing it up close instead of in marketing photos. I thought maybe it was pre-bent instead of something that would create a bulge to fold over, plus the sizing is tricky to get right without excess velcro being exposed or not enough. All in tall, wasn't to my taste personally so I didn't end up fitting it on. YMMV. You can see the ends also has some of the titanium exposed which I also didn't like.

So, long story short, looks like I'll be ordering in the OEM conversion set.

[macrowatch]

Yes, your photos looked amazing and part of the reason I ordered originally. Looks like killer with the navy suit in the photo. Pretty good deal at 300 vs the conversion running around 1,700 USD I think? Haven’t gotten the final quote yet. The RubberB return policy made me hesitant to bend the Rubber.

[Collector2019]

I am thinking of getting one - how easy is it to install?

[srvrf]

Originally Posted by alex_moreno111

I was told that the "plots" couldn't be covered with the rubber on the ends because it wouldn't fit the case as precise as it should

Makes sense. Probably there's just enough rubber on there to avoid it peeling back visibly where the plots would normally be. I have a OEM brown and black one for my RG ROC and would definitely consider one of these since I only have one set of plots.

[Jacobson]

A tang buckle version would have been a great option.

[grahammac]

Originally Posted by Jacobson

A tang buckle version would have been a great option.

+1
I personally think there is no place for velcro on any dress watch, far less an expensive & stylish dress watch.

[macrowatch]

Originally Posted by Collector2019

I am thinking of getting one - how easy is it to install?

Pretty easy. Just unscrew at the lugs and replace.

[SSA]

Hi all - does anybody know what size screwdriver and pushpin I need to swap a RO 15400 bracelet to a strap? I have the AP strap and connectors, but my local watchmaker did not have the right sized pushpin. Alternatively if you know of a watchmaker in the San Francisco Bay Area that you have used previously please let me know.
Thank you!

[SBC1986]

I put the velcro on my explorer ii. Love it. The quality is fantastic. It's personal preference but I think rubber is very comfortable and I enjoy the velcro.