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leopardprey · 28 March 2007, 11:52 AM

In honor of JJ, decided today to take the Zulu band off my Sub LV and put the SS Bracelet on it. Will wear it this way for the day. Man, that clasp is big compared to the GMT and Exp. (and a bitch to get the lug pins and bracelet back on!)

JJ Irani · 28 March 2007, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

In honor of JJ, decided today to take the Zulu band off my Sub LV and put the SS Bracelet on it. Will wear it this way for the day. Man, that clasp is big compared to the GMT and Exp. (and a bitch to get the lug pins and bracelet back on!)

If you REALLY want to honour me, Chad.....you might as well go all the way, my friend. Chuck that strap into the fireplace!!

leopardprey · 28 March 2007, 11:59 AM

Can't no fireplaces in my Hotel here in Dusit, Thailand!!

Will save for future wear as needed, as per traditional Rolex Military Sub.

Actually, looking for someone with a TT Blue Sub to give it to!

JJ Irani · 28 March 2007, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

Actually, looking for someone with a TT Blue Sub to give it to!

WHY?

Why would you want some poor guy with a TT Blue Sub up for man-slaughter?

colemanitis · 28 March 2007, 08:40 PM

I'm a fan of the NATO/Zulu, but there's now way I could wear it every day. Usually after 2 days I'm dying to get my SS bracelet back on.

leopardprey · 28 March 2007, 10:31 PM

Actually, put the SS Bracelet from the GMT on the Sub. Much more comfortable with the smaller clasp. Will never use the dive extension anyway. Usually dive in warm water where wear short sleeve wet suit. If wear full wet suit or dry suit would put on a Nato. The Dive extension does not always guarantee precise fit for difference in suit.

Put the Olive Drab nato now on the GMT. Like the look on the GMT, plus fits better. The Sub is already pretty thick, with the Zulu it sticks up even more. With the Zulu on the GMT is a good fit!

Maybe will see if can sell the Sub SS bracelet or trade for another GMT/EXP bracelet?

Blue Bull · 29 March 2007, 03:50 AM

Zulus,Natos and any other of the sort,on a Rolex, are blasphemous ....

leopardprey · 29 March 2007, 11:13 AM

Zulus,Natos and any other of the sort,on a Rolex, are blasphemous ....

Yeah, thats why Rolex use to make a Military Version of the Sub with a Nato for issue to Britain's Royal Marines and Navy.

Think Original James Bond!

Erix · 29 March 2007, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

I'm a fan of the NATO/Zulu, but there's now way I could wear it every day. Usually after 2 days I'm dying to get my SS bracelet back on.

I'm a fan of the NATO strap, from time to time I put on the SS bracelet, but after a week or soo, the NATO goes back on.

Mr. K · 30 March 2007, 12:13 AM

What is the difference between a zulu and a nato band? Any pics?

astcell · 30 March 2007, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. K

What is the difference between a zulu and a nato band? Any pics?

We can't find a camera bad enough to take the pictures. Even the Nishikas and Asanumas have too much pride to make the needed exposure.

JJ Irani · 30 March 2007, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by astcell

We can't find a camera bad enough to take the pictures. Even the Nishikas and Asanumas have too much pride to make the needed exposure.

Gaijin · 30 March 2007, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Blue Bull

Zulus,Natos and any other of the sort,on a Rolex, are blasphemous ....

I agree wholeheartedly. SS/TT/18k Gold/Platinum/White Gold/Rose Gold, anything but a cloth band please. Its a Rolex for crying out loud! Let it be a Rolex.

JJ Irani · 30 March 2007, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

I agree wholeheartedly. SS/TT/18k Gold/Platinum/White Gold, anything but a cloth band please. Its a Rolex for crying out loud! Let it be a Rolex.

Agreed.....like having an Enzo Ferrari with Toyota Corolla wheels!!

Erix · 30 March 2007, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. K

What is the difference between a zulu and a nato band? Any pics?

Here is mine.....

leopardprey · 30 March 2007, 01:22 PM

Good looking "James Bond" Nato Erix!

Difference between Nato and Zulu. Zulu is a single strap. Nato has an additional strap that goes through the lug pins and an additional metal ring then ont he opposite side. A Nato strap will make your watch sit up an extra MM than then Zulu, due to two straps underneath the Watch. I prefer the Zulu straps. THey look great on a Sub or GMT!

Remember, Rolex issued out Zulu tyoe strap for their Militaty Rolex Subs issued to British Military and also they issued out Zulu straps to wear with the Explorer IIs for teh Steger Antartica expedition in 1986. THe straps are part of Rolex tradition. THey allow fro immediate adjustment of strap size to accomodate changing wrist sizes that occur in outdoor environments and sporting events, or when alternating clothing (wet suit, cold weather gear, etc..)

Mr. K · 30 March 2007, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

Good looking "James Bond" Nato Erix!

Difference between Nato and Zulu. Zulu is a single strap. Nato has an additional strap that goes through the lug pins and an additional metal ring then ont he opposite side. A Nato strap will make your watch sit up an extra MM than then Zulu, due to two straps underneath the Watch. I prefer the Zulu straps. THey look great on a Sub or GMT!

Remember, Rolex issued out Zulu tyoe strap for their Militaty Rolex Subs issued to British Military and also they issued out Zulu straps to wear with the Explorer IIs for teh Steger Antartica expedition in 1986. THe straps are part of Rolex tradition. THey allow fro immediate adjustment of strap size to accomodate changing wrist sizes that occur in outdoor environments and sporting events, or when alternating clothing (wet suit, cold weather gear, etc..)

Thanks, learn something new everyday.

28 March 2007, 11:52 AM	#1
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	In honor of JJ. In honor of JJ, decided today to take the Zulu band off my Sub LV and put the SS Bracelet on it. Will wear it this way for the day. Man, that clasp is big compared to the GMT and Exp. (and a bitch to get the lug pins and bracelet back on!)

28 March 2007, 08:40 PM	#5
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	I'm a fan of the NATO/Zulu, but there's now way I could wear it every day. Usually after 2 days I'm dying to get my SS bracelet back on. __________________ Member #471

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28 March 2007, 11:59 AM	#3
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Can't no fireplaces in my Hotel here in Dusit, Thailand!! Will save for future wear as needed, as per traditional Rolex Military Sub. Actually, looking for someone with a TT Blue Sub to give it to!

28 March 2007, 10:31 PM	#6
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Actually, put the SS Bracelet from the GMT on the Sub. Much more comfortable with the smaller clasp. Will never use the dive extension anyway. Usually dive in warm water where wear short sleeve wet suit. If wear full wet suit or dry suit would put on a Nato. The Dive extension does not always guarantee precise fit for difference in suit. Put the Olive Drab nato now on the GMT. Like the look on the GMT, plus fits better. The Sub is already pretty thick, with the Zulu it sticks up even more. With the Zulu on the GMT is a good fit! Maybe will see if can sell the Sub SS bracelet or trade for another GMT/EXP bracelet?

29 March 2007, 03:50 AM	#7
Blue Bull Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2,887	Zulus,Natos and any other of the sort,on a Rolex, are blasphemous ....

29 March 2007, 11:13 AM	#8
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Zulus,Natos and any other of the sort,on a Rolex, are blasphemous .... Yeah, thats why Rolex use to make a Military Version of the Sub with a Nato for issue to Britain's Royal Marines and Navy. Think Original James Bond!

30 March 2007, 12:13 AM	#10
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,077	What is the difference between a zulu and a nato band? Any pics?

30 March 2007, 01:22 PM	#16
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Good looking "James Bond" Nato Erix! Difference between Nato and Zulu. Zulu is a single strap. Nato has an additional strap that goes through the lug pins and an additional metal ring then ont he opposite side. A Nato strap will make your watch sit up an extra MM than then Zulu, due to two straps underneath the Watch. I prefer the Zulu straps. THey look great on a Sub or GMT! Remember, Rolex issued out Zulu tyoe strap for their Militaty Rolex Subs issued to British Military and also they issued out Zulu straps to wear with the Explorer IIs for teh Steger Antartica expedition in 1986. THe straps are part of Rolex tradition. THey allow fro immediate adjustment of strap size to accomodate changing wrist sizes that occur in outdoor environments and sporting events, or when alternating clothing (wet suit, cold weather gear, etc..)

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