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HauteHorlogerie · 13 April 2016, 05:21 AM

My buddy and I were playing with my oyster strap and it fit on his BLNR fine..there was a little more gap between the strap end and the case but look great...the lug holes on the YM are a lot closer to the case where as on the other pieces there further down the lugs.... Just thought I'd chime in.

Pictures attached. Now everyone can go buy the right strap sizes and fit their clasp and not complain about it not working...it does work, end of story.

JohnLT · 13 April 2016, 05:24 AM

You would think Rolex would make it a curved end. Not worth it IMO. Everest is the better option for me.

Etschell · 13 April 2016, 05:25 AM

cool, but its not for me. for the $ ill go buy and Everest with a solid lug fit instead of the gap. plus i am betting this is quite a bit more cost wise.

jbenjamin1 · 13 April 2016, 05:26 AM

Thanks for the info!

JP Chestnut · 13 April 2016, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

You would thing Rolex would make it a curved end. Not worth it IMO. Everest is the better option for me.

Those curved end straps are MUCH less comfortable, because they aren't free to articulate. If you need to fill the lugs, I'd much rather have the fake end links that Rolex often uses.

JohnLT · 13 April 2016, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Those curved end straps are MUCH less comfortable, because they aren't free to articulate. If you need to fill the lugs, I'd much rather have the fake end links that Rolex often uses.

I would disagree. My Everest is quite comfortable.

HauteHorlogerie · 13 April 2016, 05:30 AM

Having owned a box of Rubber B's and a lot of Everest I prefer Rubber B...it's better quality fit to the case, better quality rubber, better design, better tang buckle.

If anything Everest has good customer service...but I will always choose Rubber B over Everest... Oysterflex rocks though.

Roadblocked · 13 April 2016, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

cool, but its not for me. for the $ ill go buy and Everest with a solid lug fit instead of the gap. plus i am betting this is quite a bit more cost wise.

Can you tell me more about Everest, maybe in a PM so I don't lose the topic? I'd like a black strap like this for a GMTII

JohnLT · 13 April 2016, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by HauteHorlogerie

Having owned a box of Rubber B's and a lot of Everest I prefer Rubber B...it's better quality fit to the case, better quality rubber, better design, better tang buckle.

If anything Everest has good customer service...but I will always choose Rubber B over Everest... Oysterflex rocks though.

I had the Rubber B and sold it for the Everest. I found the RB was too stiff for my liking.

JP Chestnut · 13 April 2016, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

I would disagree. My Everest is quite comfortable.

It depends on wrist size. The integrated rubber doesn't work well at the extremes. They are uncomfortable for me since I have a small wrist, and the slight flare out doesn't work nicely - Sinn straps are the worst in this respect. For people with large wrists it can be a problem as well, since it curves down rather than going straight out.

HauteHorlogerie · 13 April 2016, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

I had the Rubber B and sold it for the Everest. I found the RB was too stiff for my liking.

When brand new some of the Rubber B's are stiff. Just like AP's straps on the Diver. But once they break in they are butter.

JohnLT · 13 April 2016, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

It depends on wrist size. The integrated rubber doesn't work well at the extremes. They are uncomfortable for me since I have a small wrist, and the slight flare out doesn't work nicely - Sinn straps are the worst in this respect. For people with large wrists it can be a problem as well, since it curves down rather than going straight out.

Good points. AS anything it comes down to personal taste and fit. I have a 8.5" wrist and find the Everest perfect for me.

JP Chestnut · 13 April 2016, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

Good points. AS anything it comes down to personal taste and fit. I have a 8.5" wrist and find the Everest perfect for me.

That's good there's a design that works for large wrists! I doubt my ankle is 8.5".

JohnLT · 13 April 2016, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

That's good there's a design that works for large wrists! I doubt my ankle is 8.5".

I have gone thru many bands and have a hard time with fit. Its a curse having large wrists. I envy you guys sometimes.

HauteHorlogerie · 13 April 2016, 06:31 AM

I'm glad this thread became the typical Rubber B vs. Everest hahahahah, love it.

JP Chestnut · 13 April 2016, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

I have gone thru many bands and have a hard time with fit. Its a curse having large wrists. I envy you guys sometimes.

Depend on my diet and exercise routine, my wrist varies from 6" to 6.5". Thank goodness Rolex still makes normal sized watches.

AK797 · 13 April 2016, 06:55 AM

Good and maybe not so surpring to learn as Rolex seem to be becoming a lot more user-friendly and accommodating of late... is a SS PepC in the works?

beer · 13 April 2016, 07:26 AM

that is pretty cool

HauteHorlogerie · 13 April 2016, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Good and maybe not so surpring to learn as Rolex seem to be becoming a lot more user-friendly and accommodating of late... is a SS PepC in the works?

I just sold my 116719...overwise I'd pop the bezel off and see if it fit a steel one.... maybe I'll have to try when I get another white gold pepsi...

joe100 · 13 April 2016, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by HauteHorlogerie

I just sold my 116719...overwise I'd pop the bezel off and see if it fit a steel one.... maybe I'll have to try when I get another white gold pepsi...

It won't. Rolex saw that coming a mile away. Already documented by rolex themselves

Danny83 · 13 April 2016, 10:12 AM

Cool

HauteHorlogerie · 13 April 2016, 02:31 PM

For me Oysterflex is king. But for the rest Rubber B > Everest.

And RM wins it all.

Rolexflipper · 28 July 2016, 05:42 AM

I've a two week old 116622.
I've just ordered the oysterflex from an eBay seller - hope it fits!
Have a recent 116610lv bracelet so might use the clap from that so I get the diver extension.

It arrives Saturday.......

Rolexflipper · 4 August 2016, 05:08 PM

Fits :) So I have myself a stainless steel YM Oysterflex

HauteHorlogerie · 3 September 2020, 11:55 AM

FYI, YM42 OF strap fits on the new 41mm subs...

moting · 3 September 2020, 03:43 PM

Oysterflex with endlinks on my BLNR

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Santiago32 · 3 September 2020, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by moting

Oysterflex with endlinks on my BLNR

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That looks great!

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synrrgy · 3 September 2020, 04:25 PM

I enjoy using my Rubber-B as an alternative to the OEM bracelet. Best option out there without shelling the $$$ for the oysterflex .

amanbra · 3 September 2020, 04:28 PM

Other than the lug damage this strap seems to cause during a change, it is the best strap i've ever experienced when combined with the glide lock.

I wish it was an option on more models, at the same time it's sort of cool how exclusive it is.

peterskinner · 3 September 2020, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexflipper

I've a two week old 116622.
I've just ordered the oysterflex from an eBay seller - hope it fits!
Have a recent 116610lv bracelet so might use the clap from that so I get the diver extension.

It arrives Saturday.......

Do you think it will be a genuine Oysterflex, or are the fakers already busy?

13 April 2016, 05:25 AM	#3
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	cool, but its not for me. for the $ ill go buy and Everest with a solid lug fit instead of the gap. plus i am betting this is quite a bit more cost wise. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

13 April 2016, 07:26 AM	#18
beer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Watch Dealer atm! Watch: all Posts: 2,800	that is pretty cool __________________

28 July 2016, 05:42 AM	#23
Rolexflipper "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: London Posts: 5	116622 oysterflex I've a two week old 116622. I've just ordered the oysterflex from an eBay seller - hope it fits! Have a recent 116610lv bracelet so might use the clap from that so I get the diver extension. It arrives Saturday.......

13 April 2016, 05:26 AM	#4
jbenjamin1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Jay Location: NY Metropolitan Watch: Many Posts: 741	Thanks for the info!

13 April 2016, 05:30 AM	#7
HauteHorlogerie Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: My house Watch: 519LN \| 64A Posts: 1,241	Having owned a box of Rubber B's and a lot of Everest I prefer Rubber B...it's better quality fit to the case, better quality rubber, better design, better tang buckle. If anything Everest has good customer service...but I will always choose Rubber B over Everest... Oysterflex rocks though.

13 April 2016, 06:31 AM	#15
HauteHorlogerie Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: My house Watch: 519LN \| 64A Posts: 1,241	I'm glad this thread became the typical Rubber B vs. Everest hahahahah, love it.

13 April 2016, 06:55 AM	#17
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,357	Good and maybe not so surpring to learn as Rolex seem to be becoming a lot more user-friendly and accommodating of late... is a SS PepC in the works?

13 April 2016, 10:12 AM	#21
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,281	Cool

13 April 2016, 02:31 PM	#22
HauteHorlogerie Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: My house Watch: 519LN \| 64A Posts: 1,241	For me Oysterflex is king. But for the rest Rubber B > Everest. And RM wins it all.

4 August 2016, 05:08 PM	#24
Rolexflipper "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: London Posts: 5	Fits :) So I have myself a stainless steel YM Oysterflex

3 September 2020, 11:55 AM	#25
HauteHorlogerie Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: My house Watch: 519LN \| 64A Posts: 1,241	FYI, YM42 OF strap fits on the new 41mm subs...

3 September 2020, 03:43 PM	#26
moting "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Earth Watch: addict Posts: 334	Oysterflex with endlinks on my BLNR Sent from my SM-G9810 using Tapatalk

3 September 2020, 04:25 PM	#28
synrrgy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: California Posts: 1,472	I enjoy using my Rubber-B as an alternative to the OEM bracelet. Best option out there without shelling the $$$ for the oysterflex .

3 September 2020, 04:28 PM	#29
amanbra "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Graham Location: Aus Posts: 2,449	Other than the lug damage this strap seems to cause during a change, it is the best strap i've ever experienced when combined with the glide lock. I wish it was an option on more models, at the same time it's sort of cool how exclusive it is.

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