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srvrf 16 February 2020 03:09 AM

Upcoming RubberB straps for 5167
 
I wonder what is in the works from RubberB? I am hopeful that they add some color choices. I also wonder how they’ll do the closure, maybe a choice between Velcro and using the OEM clasp like they do with other straps. Good to have choices.


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The Argonaut 16 February 2020 03:26 AM

They make great straps. Very interesting.

fredfiga 16 February 2020 03:32 AM

Finally green straps for the masses!


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jamie 16 February 2020 04:58 AM

Hopefully, it's a full tang buckle with colour choices!

HauteHorlogerie 16 February 2020 08:05 AM

Can’t wait to see what the design is like!

mineral 16 February 2020 10:01 AM

Their quality is top notch and especially the current strap for the Rolex sport model. I believe their strap for aquanaut will be good as well. Can’t wait!


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locutus49 16 February 2020 10:16 AM

I will buy depending on the color and if they can duplicate the Calatrava clasp.

rayshipley 16 February 2020 11:14 AM

Exciting stuff.

MrBigSmiles 16 February 2020 01:08 PM

Been in touch with them about a 5164a strap....got to have patience for that one!


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Oryx 16 February 2020 01:41 PM

as a bit of background - Rubber B are believed to be the supplier of the OEM tropical straps for the aquanaut and as part of this agreement they are precluded from selling these straps directly.

i would assume that the design will be sufficiently different to the OEM design as a result

SDDS 16 February 2020 03:39 PM

looking forward as well

Bearxj86 17 February 2020 12:07 AM

Eagerly awaiting this.

dmb359 17 February 2020 12:11 AM

sweet. Can't wait to see what they offer, would love to get a little variety for my 5167.

I kinda hope there's both tang buckle, and OEM clasp options.

jrs146 17 February 2020 12:11 AM

Could be interesting. I hope it incorporates using the OEM clasp

GB-man 17 February 2020 12:18 AM

Limited interest as the rubber strap is as vital to the design of the aquanaut as the president to a DD or RO bracelet to an RO. IMHO of course.

PJ S 17 February 2020 01:33 AM

^
Not strictly – straps are consumables, a bracelet isn’t.
With leather straps being custom made for these brands, then there’s no reason a good quality 3rd party rubber can’t be utilised in place of the OEM ones.

soundserious 17 February 2020 03:17 AM

Awesome! These should be amazing.

rayshipley 24 February 2020 12:14 PM

Does anyone know when this is happening?

GB-man 24 February 2020 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PJ S (Post 10381546)
^
Not strictly – straps are consumables, a bracelet isn’t.
With leather straps being custom made for these brands, then there’s no reason a good quality 3rd party rubber can’t be utilised in place of the OEM ones.

I stand by my statement. Never once seen a good looking aftermarket strap on the 5167. I think the stock bracelet is shit too. The pattern on the strap melting into the dial is central to the design for me.

ct.matt 24 February 2020 03:56 PM

Huge missed opportunity for Patek IMO. They could come out with a nicely tiled alligator/composite strap that integrates with the case just like the rubber straps do. I'd pay anywhere between $600-$1,000 to change up the look that dramatically while having it be OEM and a perfect fit. While I would never consider a Hublot, I actually really like their alligator leather with rubber bottom side.
I think Patek is leaving money on the table by not creating virtuous cycles around, e.g., the Aquanaut having readily available exchangeable straps in all manner of colors.

yoast 25 February 2020 12:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gb-man (Post 10402665)
i stand by my statement. Never once seen a good looking aftermarket strap on the 5167. I think the stock bracelet is shit too. The pattern on the strap melting into the dial is central to the design for me.

+1

The Argonaut 25 February 2020 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ct.matt (Post 10402871)
Huge missed opportunity for Patek IMO. They could come out with a nicely tiled alligator/composite strap that integrates with the case just like the rubber straps do. I'd pay anywhere between $600-$1,000 to change up the look that dramatically while having it be OEM and a perfect fit. While I would never consider a Hublot, I actually really like their alligator leather with rubber bottom side.
I think Patek is leaving money on the table by not creating virtuous cycles around, e.g., the Aquanaut having readily available exchangeable straps in all manner of colors.


+1.


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AK797 25 February 2020 03:23 AM

If khaki I'm interested.

RALAUstin 25 February 2020 04:05 AM

I have been very happy with the RubberB made for the 5726.  And they clearly tried to match part of the strap with the dial so interested to see what they do for the 5167.

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yoast 18 June 2020 02:33 AM

A quick update on availability. When I asked about it on Instagram, I was given the following answer:
“The Aquanaut strap was originally scheduled to launch in May. We were informed by the Swiss factory that there is a major backlog in the new productions due to COVID-19, which caused much more delays then were expected. Unfortunately the RB for Patek Aquanaut Strap is not going to be here before September (Along with many other lunches we were expecting that will no longer be on time). We are extremely disappointed and also as impatient as you. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause as we are all at the mercy of the Swiss production schedule”

ap190482 18 June 2020 03:02 AM

The blacks strap on the 5726 looks cool. Has anyone got one snapped on a 5980R? Curious to see the black looks against the rose / also the fit with the clasp/deployment buckle. Cheers.


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SBC1986 21 June 2020 07:01 AM

I love their Velcro— I this release has that option!

AK797 21 June 2020 07:59 AM

Fair play.

gqmagic 23 June 2020 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ap190482 (Post 10684169)
The blacks strap on the 5726 looks cool. Has anyone got one snapped on a 5980R? Curious to see the black looks against the rose / also the fit with the clasp/deployment buckle. Cheers.


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Bearxj86 23 June 2020 08:29 AM

At some point, the 5167 khaki strap is going to cost more than a brand new Rolex. Hope rubber b can help with the pent up demand for straps.

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