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Slackergirl · 27 March 2021, 10:54 AM

Hi new to forum. Looking at Superocean automatic 36 in either light blue or orange face. On fence about either rubber or metal bracelet. Anyone with any experience with either or opinions on which is better? Looking to use while surfing, mt biking, etc. Hard to find much in the way of reviews on women’s dive watches....no offense to any gents with this watch:-). I do have a Cartier Cle for dressier times. So this is meant to be a little bit more of a watch to take a little abuse.

jltait · 27 March 2021, 11:18 AM

Metal bracelet is the way to go. You can always swap it out for rubber or other types of straps in the future. It’s much more difficult to find a metal bracelet after the fact of you find you should have gone that route. It’s a great watch. Good luck!

Slackergirl · 27 March 2021, 11:32 AM

Had not thought of that. Thanks for the advice.

jnelson3097 · 27 March 2021, 12:37 PM

Definitely buy it on the bracelet and add at least one rubber strap. The econyl Nato straps are also very comfortable as well although a little pricey.

Slackergirl · 27 March 2021, 01:12 PM

The NATO straps look great, almost like those more than the rubber. Now I just have to decide orange or blue...getting closer to a purchase

DJ2020 · 27 March 2021, 08:47 PM

I would suggest a bracelet. Although I know two lady's that have them, one a nurse, the other a paramedic and they both prefer the factory silicone straps. I will add that they wear them all the time , there primary watch.

Welcome to the forum by the way!

DJ2020 · 27 March 2021, 08:48 PM

And PLEASE post pictures when you get one!

JBoone · 27 March 2021, 10:23 PM

Definatly bracelet. Can change straps later. Don’t need to spend an arm and a leg on belreitling branded straps either.
I just put my 42 on a an aftermarket rubber strap and will switch back when it suits me. The spring bats were a bear bit any local shop would pull it off for cheap.

DJ2020 · 27 March 2021, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by JBoone

Definatly bracelet. Can change straps later. Don’t need to spend an arm and a leg on belreitling branded straps either.
I just put my 42 on a an aftermarket rubber strap and will switch back when it suits me. The spring bats were a bear bit any local shop would pull it off for cheap.

Yes, I forgot about the one you put on your Superocean. I does look awesome. Would you post another picture of yours and of the buckle?

JBoone · 28 March 2021, 12:39 AM

Those are cat scratches on my arms ;)

JBoone · 28 March 2021, 12:40 AM

Quick release pins

$20 Amazon and surprisingly good quality for that price
Edited to add the one I ordered came with short and long end strap. Also they call it silicone so I guess not technically rubber but I can’t tell the difference

DJ2020 · 28 March 2021, 01:06 AM

yes, Your are right. That is a nice looking strap indeed. I also like the texture, nice design. Thanks for posting.

GST15 · 30 March 2021, 07:42 PM

I bought a 36 for my wife on rubber strap. The strap is unwearable in my opinion, as it is way to stiff and does not break in. in contrast, I have the 42 on rubber and it is much more pliable and comfortable. Bottom line, love the watch, but go with the bracelet on the 36.

Slackergirl · 31 March 2021, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by GST15

I bought a 36 for my wife on rubber strap. The strap is unwearable in my opinion, as it is way to stiff and does not break in. in contrast, I have the 42 on rubber and it is much more pliable and comfortable. Bottom line, love the watch, but go with the bracelet on the 36.

That is good to know. Have you been able to get a metal bracelet or NATO strap for your wife? I think def going metal & probably the blue dial. Info on here has been really helpful

GST15 · 31 March 2021, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Slackergirl

That is good to know. Have you been able to get a metal bracelet or NATO strap for your wife? I think def going metal & probably the blue dial. Info on here has been really helpful

Yes, she purchased several Barton rubber straps in various colors. They are pliable and extremely comfortable, and they are quick release. Lots of strap options out there for this watch, I believe it is 18mm lug to lug. Good luck

JBoone · 31 March 2021, 11:06 PM

Mine is a Barton as well and very pleased. Probably pick up a couple of more for some of my other watches, and maybe another color for my superocean.

jnelson3097 · 1 April 2021, 12:02 AM

I picked up the light blue outerknown Nato strap for an older colt of mine and this would look perfect on the blue dial Superocean.

BNA/LION · 20 April 2021, 02:52 PM

Welcome to TRF! I think the blue dial on bracelet is a good choice. Also getting a rubber strap, Nato and a leather strap you would be cover for all occasions. Good Luck and post what you end up getting!

27 March 2021, 10:54 AM	#1
Slackergirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Cali Watch: YM Everose Posts: 224	Superocean 36? Hi new to forum. Looking at Superocean automatic 36 in either light blue or orange face. On fence about either rubber or metal bracelet. Anyone with any experience with either or opinions on which is better? Looking to use while surfing, mt biking, etc. Hard to find much in the way of reviews on women’s dive watches....no offense to any gents with this watch:-). I do have a Cartier Cle for dressier times. So this is meant to be a little bit more of a watch to take a little abuse.

27 March 2021, 08:47 PM	#6
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,484	I would suggest a bracelet. Although I know two lady's that have them, one a nurse, the other a paramedic and they both prefer the factory silicone straps. I will add that they wear them all the time , there primary watch. Welcome to the forum by the way! __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

27 March 2021, 08:48 PM	#7
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,484	And PLEASE post pictures when you get one! __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

28 March 2021, 01:06 AM	#12
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,484	yes, Your are right. That is a nice looking strap indeed. I also like the texture, nice design. Thanks for posting. __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

20 April 2021, 02:52 PM	#18
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,610	Welcome to TRF! I think the blue dial on bracelet is a good choice. Also getting a rubber strap, Nato and a leather strap you would be cover for all occasions. Good Luck and post what you end up getting! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

27 March 2021, 11:18 AM	#2
jltait "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jared Location: Westchestah Watch: 116200 Posts: 814	Metal bracelet is the way to go. You can always swap it out for rubber or other types of straps in the future. It’s much more difficult to find a metal bracelet after the fact of you find you should have gone that route. It’s a great watch. Good luck!

27 March 2021, 11:32 AM	#3
Slackergirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Cali Watch: YM Everose Posts: 224	Had not thought of that. Thanks for the advice.

27 March 2021, 12:37 PM	#4
jnelson3097 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Justin Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,307	Definitely buy it on the bracelet and add at least one rubber strap. The econyl Nato straps are also very comfortable as well although a little pricey.

27 March 2021, 01:12 PM	#5
Slackergirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Cali Watch: YM Everose Posts: 224	The NATO straps look great, almost like those more than the rubber. Now I just have to decide orange or blue...getting closer to a purchase

27 March 2021, 10:23 PM	#8
JBoone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: NC Posts: 406	Definatly bracelet. Can change straps later. Don’t need to spend an arm and a leg on belreitling branded straps either. I just put my 42 on a an aftermarket rubber strap and will switch back when it suits me. The spring bats were a bear bit any local shop would pull it off for cheap.

28 March 2021, 12:39 AM	#10
JBoone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: NC Posts: 406	Those are cat scratches on my arms ;)

28 March 2021, 12:40 AM	#11
JBoone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: NC Posts: 406	Quick release pins $20 Amazon and surprisingly good quality for that price Edited to add the one I ordered came with short and long end strap. Also they call it silicone so I guess not technically rubber but I can’t tell the difference

30 March 2021, 07:42 PM	#13
GST15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: USA Watch: CHNR/YM/DJ/OP/SUB Posts: 1,953	I bought a 36 for my wife on rubber strap. The strap is unwearable in my opinion, as it is way to stiff and does not break in. in contrast, I have the 42 on rubber and it is much more pliable and comfortable. Bottom line, love the watch, but go with the bracelet on the 36.

31 March 2021, 11:06 PM	#16
JBoone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: NC Posts: 406	Mine is a Barton as well and very pleased. Probably pick up a couple of more for some of my other watches, and maybe another color for my superocean.

1 April 2021, 12:02 AM	#17
jnelson3097 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Justin Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,307	I picked up the light blue outerknown Nato strap for an older colt of mine and this would look perfect on the blue dial Superocean.

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