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GMT Freak · 12 November 2019, 12:42 AM

I currently have the Aquanaut in the tropical rubber strap but lately have been seriously considering switching to the steel bracelet. My AD has told me that he can source me the steel bracelet from PP whenever I want to pull the trigger but I am pretty conflicted, which bracelet do you think the 5167a looks better in? Rubber or Steel?

sgfortino · 12 November 2019, 12:52 AM

Rubber

Carlazzo · 12 November 2019, 01:00 AM

I usually prefer steel bracelet, but in this case I think rubber is better (hoping it will not get damaged soon...)

BigAppleBill · 12 November 2019, 01:05 AM

Rubber is textured similar to the dial. Steel is okay, but rubber is the best match.

agentmeister5 · 12 November 2019, 02:43 AM

I got mine on a steel bracelet.

thekman · 12 November 2019, 02:44 AM

Just based on pics, I would go for rubber. Bracelet for the nautilus.

gilluminati204 · 12 November 2019, 02:47 AM

I also prefer the rubber option. I think it completes the look.

Out of curiosity, how much will they charge for steel bracelet?

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key · 12 November 2019, 02:58 AM

I think they look good on both strap/bracelet.

That said, if I wanted the interchangeability I would probably go for the bracelet version and add the strap + clasp rather than going the other way around due to added costs.

locutus49 · 12 November 2019, 03:20 AM

I thought about buying the bracelet, but decided the rubber looks best.

Erson · 12 November 2019, 03:35 AM

No offence the aquanaut bracelet need to be reworked. Its not as good as rolex oyster bracelet, ap bracelet, and nautilus bracelet.

SL BRABUS · 12 November 2019, 05:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Erson

No offence the aquanaut bracelet need to be reworked. Its not as good as rolex oyster bracelet, ap bracelet, and nautilus bracelet.

What reworked it need......??

The Aquanaut bracelet is as close as you'll ever get to the Rolex Oyster bracelet...... Except it don't have the easylink extension....

It a sporty timepiece with a sporty bracelet.....

SL BRABUS · 12 November 2019, 05:47 AM

Own both.....

Personal preference.... I like the bracelet because it solid with the fine workmanship of the Patek Philippe & it also fit well on my wrist.......

srvrf · 12 November 2019, 04:27 AM

I have and love both options, but it will come down to your individual tastes and the rest of your collection. I think the bracelet looks great and makes the watch look like a "normal" steel watch - in my case the only steel bracelet watch in my collection. It makes it very under the radar which I like. The disadvantages to the bracelet are (1) no micro adjustments with pretty big links, (2) extra cost of a 1.5 link if you're in between sizes, and (3) DIY link changes work best with a $200 USD Bergeon tool - worth every penny if you have to drive an hour or more to an AD.

So my advice is that if you love the look and are a bracelet person (like me), then of course go for it. If you have other steel watches with bracelets, you may want to keep it on the strap and when you feel like a steel bracelet watch, just grab something else.

GMT Freak · 12 November 2019, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by srvrf

I have and love both options, but it will come down to your individual tastes and the rest of your collection. I think the bracelet looks great and makes the watch look like a "normal" steel watch - in my case the only steel bracelet watch in my collection. It makes it very under the radar which I like. The disadvantages to the bracelet are (1) no micro adjustments with pretty big links, (2) extra cost of a 1.5 link if you're in between sizes, and (3) DIY link changes work best with a $200 USD Bergeon tool - worth every penny if you have to drive an hour or more to an AD.

So my advice is that if you love the look and are a bracelet person (like me), then of course go for it. If you have other steel watches with bracelets, you may want to keep it on the strap and when you feel like a steel bracelet watch, just grab something else.

Perhaps you are right. I always thought wearing a watch on a rubber strap while in a suit looked weird so I considered changing it to steel. Maybe I should just limit the aquanaut to casual days and wear one of my other ss watched instead.

psv · 12 November 2019, 05:48 AM

Had it on both. Much better on rubber.

yoast · 12 November 2019, 06:02 AM

Rubbah

cascavel · 12 November 2019, 06:20 AM

Bracelet for me. I had an older 5167 on a strap and never liked it so I traded it for one on a bracelet and I actually prefer it to my Nautilus. Turns this ugly duckling into a swan. The bracelet integrates perfectly into the case, is solidly made and has a superb clasp that puts the Oyster clasp to shame in terms of ease of use. The contrasting polished vs. brushed links echo the case and bezel. The Aquanaut on bracelet is versatile enough to be a worthy "only" watch.
I credit SL BRABUS and his many posts featuring his 5167 for pushing to make the trade.

Peterandwatches · 12 November 2019, 06:28 AM

Rubber.

JR16 · 12 November 2019, 07:53 AM

Bought it on rubber. Usually I prefer bracelets but for me the rubber was preferred due to aesthetic and weight , as well as being even more under the radar. The contrast of the differently finished surfaces and the polished hands look amazing when they catch the light and rvus contrast against a rubber bracelet is lost somewhat on bracelet.

With that said , If I had a small collection and wanted to mix things up for variety, I think getting the bracelet is cool.

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WWC · 12 November 2019, 02:30 PM

For me it's rubber for sure. I find the Nautlius and RO bracelet much more appealing than the Aquanaut one. The Aquanaut is meant to be on the rubber.

agfebres · 12 November 2019, 02:45 PM

Have both, bracelet gives the watch more presence. Rubber keeps it simple and comfy!

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gunhose · 12 November 2019, 07:54 PM

rubber on a aqua

gregvisser · 13 November 2019, 05:24 AM

Aquanaut and rubber is like beer and chicken wings. They just go.

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DKM · 13 November 2019, 05:35 AM

i'd say rubber

np2016 · 13 November 2019, 06:39 AM

Rubber hands down! I personally think the aquanauts are made to be worn on rubber only. Save the steel bracelet for the nautilus.

ap1 · 13 November 2019, 07:42 AM

Sell for premium

Get on list for bracelet (often not long wait as people don’t want to pay the upcharge for metal)

Add rubber clasp later

You are probably cashflow positive

locutus49 · 13 November 2019, 10:17 AM

Heh heh, you are a genius.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ap1

Sell for premium

Get on list for bracelet (often not long wait as people don’t want to pay the upcharge for metal)

Add rubber clasp later

You are probably cashflow positive

Ichiran · 13 November 2019, 12:05 PM

Red rubber and red second hand please.
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locutus49 · 25 November 2019, 11:44 PM

If you wake up one day and decide the red strap and second hand are just too bold for your calm personality, PM me and I'll trade my plain jane 5167 for it, no questions asked.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Red rubber and red second hand please.
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Ichiran · 26 November 2019, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by locutus49

If you wake up one day and decide the red strap and second hand are just too bold for your calm personality, PM me and I'll trade my plain jane 5167 for it, no questions asked.

The red blends with my soul perfectly, John. Apols for breaking this to you.

12 November 2019, 12:42 AM	#1
GMT Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Taiwan Posts: 88	5167A Aquanaut Rubber vs Steel Bracelet I currently have the Aquanaut in the tropical rubber strap but lately have been seriously considering switching to the steel bracelet. My AD has told me that he can source me the steel bracelet from PP whenever I want to pull the trigger but I am pretty conflicted, which bracelet do you think the 5167a looks better in? Rubber or Steel?

12 November 2019, 02:44 AM	#6
thekman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Boston Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,051	Just based on pics, I would go for rubber. Bracelet for the nautilus. __________________ Rolex \| AP \| Cartier \| VC \| Lange Follow me www.instagram.com/subs.n.scrubs

12 November 2019, 05:47 AM	#12
SL BRABUS "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: U.S.A Watch: Only Rolex & Patek Posts: 3,391	Own both..... Personal preference.... I like the bracelet because it solid with the fine workmanship of the Patek Philippe & it also fit well on my wrist....... __________________ Rolex Forum: Mainly Rolex & Benz pictures...!!! Click the above link to join the club...^^^... "SL BRABUS" aka BenzWorld Undercover Moderator

12 November 2019, 06:02 AM	#16
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,287	Rubbah __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

12 November 2019, 06:20 AM	#17
cascavel 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Santa Fe Posts: 1,896	Bracelet for me. I had an older 5167 on a strap and never liked it so I traded it for one on a bracelet and I actually prefer it to my Nautilus. Turns this ugly duckling into a swan. The bracelet integrates perfectly into the case, is solidly made and has a superb clasp that puts the Oyster clasp to shame in terms of ease of use. The contrasting polished vs. brushed links echo the case and bezel. The Aquanaut on bracelet is versatile enough to be a worthy "only" watch. I credit SL BRABUS and his many posts featuring his 5167 for pushing to make the trade. Last edited by cascavel; 12 November 2019 at 06:24 AM.. Reason: Had to add last line.

12 November 2019, 12:52 AM	#2
sgfortino "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Chicago Watch: Nerd Posts: 807	Rubber

12 November 2019, 01:00 AM	#3
Carlazzo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Edo Location: Italy Watch: Rolex Posts: 295	I usually prefer steel bracelet, but in this case I think rubber is better (hoping it will not get damaged soon...)

12 November 2019, 01:05 AM	#4
BigAppleBill "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Bill Location: NYC Posts: 1,735	Rubber is textured similar to the dial. Steel is okay, but rubber is the best match.

12 November 2019, 02:43 AM	#5
agentmeister5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: New York City Posts: 253	I got mine on a steel bracelet.

12 November 2019, 02:47 AM	#7
gilluminati204 Banned Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Ohio Watch: RolexRolexRolex Posts: 154	I also prefer the rubber option. I think it completes the look. Out of curiosity, how much will they charge for steel bracelet? Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk

12 November 2019, 02:58 AM	#8
key "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: N/A Posts: 389	I think they look good on both strap/bracelet. That said, if I wanted the interchangeability I would probably go for the bracelet version and add the strap + clasp rather than going the other way around due to added costs.

12 November 2019, 03:20 AM	#9
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	I thought about buying the bracelet, but decided the rubber looks best.

12 November 2019, 03:35 AM	#10
Erson Banned Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: jakarta Posts: 243	No offence the aquanaut bracelet need to be reworked. Its not as good as rolex oyster bracelet, ap bracelet, and nautilus bracelet.

12 November 2019, 04:27 AM	#13
srvrf 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Steve Location: Indiana Watch: PP/AP/VC Posts: 2,155	I have and love both options, but it will come down to your individual tastes and the rest of your collection. I think the bracelet looks great and makes the watch look like a "normal" steel watch - in my case the only steel bracelet watch in my collection. It makes it very under the radar which I like. The disadvantages to the bracelet are (1) no micro adjustments with pretty big links, (2) extra cost of a 1.5 link if you're in between sizes, and (3) DIY link changes work best with a $200 USD Bergeon tool - worth every penny if you have to drive an hour or more to an AD. So my advice is that if you love the look and are a bracelet person (like me), then of course go for it. If you have other steel watches with bracelets, you may want to keep it on the strap and when you feel like a steel bracelet watch, just grab something else.

12 November 2019, 05:48 AM	#15
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Had it on both. Much better on rubber.

12 November 2019, 06:28 AM	#18
Peterandwatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: WA Watch: 5167/15400/Sub/JLC Posts: 1,023	Rubber.

12 November 2019, 07:53 AM	#19
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,250	Bought it on rubber. Usually I prefer bracelets but for me the rubber was preferred due to aesthetic and weight , as well as being even more under the radar. The contrast of the differently finished surfaces and the polished hands look amazing when they catch the light and rvus contrast against a rubber bracelet is lost somewhat on bracelet. With that said , If I had a small collection and wanted to mix things up for variety, I think getting the bracelet is cool. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

12 November 2019, 02:30 PM	#20
WWC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Home Posts: 1,438	For me it's rubber for sure. I find the Nautlius and RO bracelet much more appealing than the Aquanaut one. The Aquanaut is meant to be on the rubber. __________________ Royal Oak 15500ST Master Calendar METEORITE Q1552540 \| Luminor GMT PAM 00335 Aquanaut 5167A-001 \| Nautilus 5712/1A-001 Cosmograph DAYTONA 116520 \| DEEPSEA 126660 \| Explorer 214270 \| GMT Master II BLRO 16710 \| GMT Master II VTNR 126720 \| Submariner LV 16610 \| Sky-Dweller 326139 \| Prince Oysterdate 90630

12 November 2019, 02:45 PM	#21
agfebres "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: GONZO Location: USA Watch: Aquanaut 5167/1a Posts: 490	Have both, bracelet gives the watch more presence. Rubber keeps it simple and comfy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ROLEX son ReLOjes EXcelentes

12 November 2019, 07:54 PM	#22
gunhose Banned Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Belgium/ USA now Watch: what's on my wrist Posts: 575	rubber on a aqua

13 November 2019, 05:24 AM	#23
gregvisser 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Greg Visser Location: New Zealand Posts: 578	Aquanaut and rubber is like beer and chicken wings. They just go. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 November 2019, 05:35 AM	#24
DKM "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 7	i'd say rubber

13 November 2019, 06:39 AM	#25
np2016 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex, Patek, AP, Posts: 522	Rubber hands down! I personally think the aquanauts are made to be worn on rubber only. Save the steel bracelet for the nautilus.

13 November 2019, 07:42 AM	#26
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,526	Sell for premium Get on list for bracelet (often not long wait as people don’t want to pay the upcharge for metal) Add rubber clasp later You are probably cashflow positive

13 November 2019, 12:05 PM	#28
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Near beach Watch: PB1967 Posts: 8,158	Red rubber and red second hand please. PP_5167A_012-1829x3000.jpg

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