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JPersat · 9 April 2012, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

Did you know Rolex actually sells NATO straps at their RSC.... How about that....?

Good call Eric. Besides, I guess people forget about the MilSub?

Htab · 9 April 2012, 01:22 AM

Thanks

Kingair · 9 April 2012, 01:26 AM

N A T O is ok !

For me anyway ;-)

HANW

rfknauss · 9 April 2012, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johny

wear it any way that you like.

I agree!

Nice pic Johny!

ecsub44 · 9 April 2012, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

Did you know Rolex actually sells NATO straps at their RSC.... How about that....?

The Golden Crown · 9 April 2012, 01:47 AM

Quick question: will 20mm fit the Subs? I will get a sub down the road for sure and I know I will be wearing it with straps in college.

JPersat · 9 April 2012, 01:50 AM

Yes, 20mm will for most Rolex watches.

77T · 9 April 2012, 01:58 AM

Just my

NATOs serve a great purpose when a bracelet failure in a high risk endeavor would have grave consequences.

Actually, an 18mm on a Sub or other 20mm sport watch gives you some nice lug space offset.

Aspirin · 9 April 2012, 02:52 AM

It's good for go to driving or swimming only.

Dr. Robert · 9 April 2012, 02:58 AM

I wouldn't put a datejust on a NATO/ZULU strap......an explorer, sub, gmt yes.

ArcticMoose · 9 April 2012, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by The Golden Crown

I am asking for your opinion. I am about to get 7 different colors for my stainless Datejust. I had jubilee for awhile, and I would like to get a fresh change for my watch. I am also attending a prep school, so that prep look is something very nice as well.

I read something about the Nato straps on Askmen.com and the guy totally rejected the notion claiming that it will totally ruin the experience.

This is a serious dilemma.. The nylons are very "chill" in a way, yet can also be too hipster/does not belong with Rolex kind of thing..

Please let me know what you think.

What I think?

First of all, if your askmen.com source is the Watch Snob, I think you have failed to note the sarcasm present in all their (because there are several of them) writing.

Secondly, why don't you just make up your own mind about what you like and what you do not like? It's not like what anyone else thinks about your watch strap makes any difference at all, unless you are at a job interview.

I suggest you read through this entire thread:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=70313

I may be too old though, I don't know what the words "prep", "chill" or "hipster" mean, at least not in the context they were used in.

MrLee · 9 April 2012, 03:06 AM

Gotta be honest, really don't like the NATO straps, think they just make the watch look cheap. But it's what makes you happy...

The Golden Crown · 9 April 2012, 09:09 AM

Anyways, I just ordered an orange one

and i am going to test it out to see if it will work with my DJ. I know orange may not be the best representation of nylons in general, but I am trying to get it all prepped up.

I will definitely post pics with my new leather and nylon strap once they arrive.

outtatime · 9 April 2012, 10:49 AM

Would love to see a Datejust on a NATO...haven't seen that combo yet.

jmsrolls · 9 April 2012, 11:14 AM

My issue with NATO straps is that with prolonged use, dirt, grit, sand, salt gets beneath the strap and gradually wears on the case back.

For that reason, I only wear NATOs on my beaters.

Fr. John†

DoxaDavid · 9 April 2012, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Golden Crown

Anyways, I just ordered an orange one

and i am going to test it out to see if it will work with my DJ. I know orange may not be the best representation of nylons in general, but I am trying to get it all prepped up.

I will definitely post pics with my new leather and nylon strap once they arrive.

I love orange! Interesting choice but let's see what it looks like. Make sure to post pics when you get it.

The Golden Crown · 9 April 2012, 11:50 AM

I will def post the pics. If I like it, then I will order 6 more colors which are all in the cart already. I am taking a quite of risk, but this will be interesting to those who would like to give more sporty looks to a formal watch.

TSW · 9 April 2012, 04:40 PM

I love to alternate with different Natos.

Andad · 9 April 2012, 04:46 PM

:o)

Wear what you like.

Elementa · 9 April 2012, 08:40 PM

As always, wear it with confidence and you'll own the look. I like the way they look and below are a few good examples.

This thread has a datejust on a nice leather NATO.

And here is a lot bunch of them.

joe100 · 9 April 2012, 09:26 PM

It's a great look. One watch with so many looks.

Kingair · 9 April 2012, 10:31 PM

The only problem I have with a NATO compared to my Oyster bracelet . . . . is that my wife will be running around with my Rolex ;-)

HANW

The Golden Crown · 10 April 2012, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elementa

As always, wear it with confidence and you'll own the look. I like the way they look and below are a few good examples.

This thread has a datejust on a nice leather NATO.

And here is a lot bunch of them.

Thank you very much for the second link. Exactly what I needded.

The Golden Crown · 10 April 2012, 01:42 AM

Ok so I just could not resist so I just purchased another 7 colors in addition to orange, for a total of 8. Fingers crossed that it will look good..

I will post pics for all 8 colors (very diverse) + leather strap when I get them all probably by Friday or so.

If you find any pics of DJ with Nato strap, please let me know. I have seen what I could find on the internet with rather mundane colors.

astrazen · 10 April 2012, 02:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Golden Crown

Ok so I just could not resist so I just purchased another 7 colors in addition to orange, for a total of 8. Fingers crossed that it will look good..

I will post pics for all 8 colors (very diverse) + leather strap when I get them all probably by Friday or so.

If you find any pics of DJ with Nato strap, please let me know. I have seen what I could find on the internet with rather mundane colors.

IMHO you just wasted your cash. I did something similar but never bonded with a plastic strap. Looks cheap and definetly feels cheap. Bracelet is best.

Kingair · 10 April 2012, 03:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astrazen

IMHO you just wasted your cash. I did something similar but never bonded with a plastic strap. Looks cheap and definetly feels cheap. Bracelet is best.

I tried it on my (sold btw) 75090.
It was a grey/black one.
Really loved it.
So did my wife . . . .
But if I have to choose I go for O Y S T E R !

HANM

The Golden Crown · 10 April 2012, 03:35 AM

One thing I know for sure if that I will be getting a TT sub down the road. And with the sub I will defintely be using the strap here and there. They look great with sub. The reason why I created this thread was because I didnt know if it will look as good with DJ, since it is more dressy watch. Either way, I will be able to use my straps. And they were like $10 each too!

alphamale2012 · 10 April 2012, 03:43 AM

I only wear mine on nylon. To me it looks better and more comfortable.

sms715 · 10 April 2012, 04:10 AM

i personally think NATO straps look great and are an excellent way to keep the bracelet nice and clean. as long as you like it, that's what matters. i personally have not heard anyone say "great watch...bad strap." i think they are a great look.

tonyteetime · 10 April 2012, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I wouldn't put a datejust on a NATO/ZULU strap......an explorer, sub, gmt yes.

I agree.

Nato strap is fine for on explorer , sub, gmt. when in casual clothes.

I consider a datejust dressy , so it won't mix well with a nato. Would a nylon/cloth belt go good together with a suit ? I think not

Would a nato strap go good with jeans and beach sandals? yes

9 April 2012, 01:58 AM	#38
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,736	Just my NATOs serve a great purpose when a bracelet failure in a high risk endeavor would have grave consequences. Actually, an 18mm on a Sub or other 20mm sport watch gives you some nice lug space offset. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

9 April 2012, 02:58 AM	#40
Dr. Robert 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 61,296	I wouldn't put a datejust on a NATO/ZULU strap......an explorer, sub, gmt yes. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

9 April 2012, 04:40 PM	#48
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	I love to alternate with different Natos. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

9 April 2012, 09:26 PM	#51
joe100 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,753	It's a great look. One watch with so many looks. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

9 April 2012, 01:22 AM	#32
Htab 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Dad Location: USA Watch: To many Posts: 1,389	Thanks

9 April 2012, 01:26 AM	#33
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Marc Location: SoCal Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	N A T O is ok ! For me anyway ;-) HANW

9 April 2012, 01:47 AM	#36
The Golden Crown Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midwest Watch: 16234 (1990) Posts: 235	Quick question: will 20mm fit the Subs? I will get a sub down the road for sure and I know I will be wearing it with straps in college.

9 April 2012, 01:50 AM	#37
JPersat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jarrett Location: San Antonio TX Watch: ing everybody Posts: 1,515	Yes, 20mm will for most Rolex watches.

9 April 2012, 02:52 AM	#39
Aspirin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: at home Posts: 1,330	It's good for go to driving or swimming only.

9 April 2012, 03:06 AM	#42
MrLee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: London Watch: Sub c, smp Posts: 327	Gotta be honest, really don't like the NATO straps, think they just make the watch look cheap. But it's what makes you happy...

9 April 2012, 09:09 AM	#43
The Golden Crown Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midwest Watch: 16234 (1990) Posts: 235	Anyways, I just ordered an orange one and i am going to test it out to see if it will work with my DJ. I know orange may not be the best representation of nylons in general, but I am trying to get it all prepped up. I will definitely post pics with my new leather and nylon strap once they arrive.

9 April 2012, 10:49 AM	#44
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	Would love to see a Datejust on a NATO...haven't seen that combo yet.

9 April 2012, 11:14 AM	#45
jmsrolls Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 3,185	My issue with NATO straps is that with prolonged use, dirt, grit, sand, salt gets beneath the strap and gradually wears on the case back. For that reason, I only wear NATOs on my beaters. Fr. John†

9 April 2012, 11:50 AM	#47
The Golden Crown Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midwest Watch: 16234 (1990) Posts: 235	I will def post the pics. If I like it, then I will order 6 more colors which are all in the cart already. I am taking a quite of risk, but this will be interesting to those who would like to give more sporty looks to a formal watch.

9 April 2012, 08:40 PM	#50
Elementa "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Here and there Watch: Panerai, Rolex Posts: 289	As always, wear it with confidence and you'll own the look. I like the way they look and below are a few good examples. This thread has a datejust on a nice leather NATO. And here is a lot bunch of them.

9 April 2012, 10:31 PM	#52
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Marc Location: SoCal Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	The only problem I have with a NATO compared to my Oyster bracelet . . . . is that my wife will be running around with my Rolex ;-) HANW

10 April 2012, 01:42 AM	#54
The Golden Crown Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midwest Watch: 16234 (1990) Posts: 235	Ok so I just could not resist so I just purchased another 7 colors in addition to orange, for a total of 8. Fingers crossed that it will look good.. I will post pics for all 8 colors (very diverse) + leather strap when I get them all probably by Friday or so. If you find any pics of DJ with Nato strap, please let me know. I have seen what I could find on the internet with rather mundane colors.

10 April 2012, 03:35 AM	#57
The Golden Crown Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midwest Watch: 16234 (1990) Posts: 235	One thing I know for sure if that I will be getting a TT sub down the road. And with the sub I will defintely be using the strap here and there. They look great with sub. The reason why I created this thread was because I didnt know if it will look as good with DJ, since it is more dressy watch. Either way, I will be able to use my straps. And they were like $10 each too!

10 April 2012, 03:43 AM	#58
alphamale2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Posts: 1,305	I only wear mine on nylon. To me it looks better and more comfortable.

10 April 2012, 04:10 AM	#59
sms715 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: scott Location: Va Beach Watch: 14000, 14060M Posts: 96	i personally think NATO straps look great and are an excellent way to keep the bracelet nice and clean. as long as you like it, that's what matters. i personally have not heard anyone say "great watch...bad strap." i think they are a great look.

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