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Old 16 June 2014, 01:58 PM   #1
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RubberB for my DSSD

I just received a RubberB strap for my DSSD. So far so good. Look for a review in the coming weeks.
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Old 16 June 2014, 02:36 PM   #2
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I just received a RubberB strap for my DSSD. So far so good. Look for a review in the coming weeks.

It that a newer version of the rubber b? Looks like you using the glide lock clasps instead of the normal tang buckle I often see.
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Old 16 June 2014, 03:19 PM   #3
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Looks good!

How much taper does the glidelock version present?
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Old 16 June 2014, 03:23 PM   #4
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Old 16 June 2014, 09:04 PM   #5
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Old 16 June 2014, 09:41 PM   #6
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Old 16 June 2014, 11:00 PM   #7
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I am looking forward to your review Sheldon. I can only suspect that the watch is very comfortable with that strap. Hell, perhaps I might be able to wear that big watch on my skinny wrists with a RubberB...

I better start saving...!
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Old 16 June 2014, 11:14 PM   #8
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Yes, correct. Works with Glidelock clasp and it does make it wear better on my 6 ⅝" wrist.
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Old 16 June 2014, 11:19 PM   #9
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Yes, correct. Works with Glidelock clasp and it does make it wear better on my 6 ⅝" wrist.
Fantastic. I, like many others, had been considering Rubber B but did not like the cheap look of the original option (ie no Glidelock clasp.) Now that this is an option I'll pull the trigger as well. Also, how true to size did you need to order? Or were you able to continue to adjust the fit with the Glidelock?

Looks really excellent btw.
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Old 16 June 2014, 11:37 PM   #10
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Sizing is based on the number of links on your existing Oyster bracelet. Their website has a chart on what size to get. Also, I would fit without the diver's extension..
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Old 16 June 2014, 11:43 PM   #11
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could you please show us the side view? aka from lug to clasp
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Old 16 June 2014, 11:46 PM   #12
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I don't have one of those images, but will shoot one for the review... Good idea.
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Old 17 June 2014, 12:30 AM   #13
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I would assume it has to taper sort of close to the original bracelet since it has to fit up with the oem glide lock ?
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Old 17 June 2014, 12:33 AM   #14
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I would assume it has to taper sort of close to the original bracelet since it has to fit up with the oem glide lock ?
Yes, correct.
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Old 17 June 2014, 02:53 AM   #15
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Thanks for posting and look forward to your review!
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Old 18 June 2014, 10:44 PM   #16
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Cool, I think more people should change up the look of their watches.

I like it.
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Old 18 June 2014, 11:19 PM   #17
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Do you have a link to the web address you ordered from please?
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Old 18 June 2014, 11:23 PM   #18
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I just received a RubberB strap for my DSSD. So far so good. Look for a review in the coming weeks.
That's a great combo, Sheldon.
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Old 19 June 2014, 11:26 AM   #19
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Old 19 June 2014, 11:27 AM   #20
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Old 19 June 2014, 12:29 PM   #21
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Looks very sharp!!!
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Old 19 June 2014, 12:39 PM   #22
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Looks great. Thing is that the bracelet is what makes this watch my favorite!
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Do you have a link to the web address you ordered from please?
http://rubberb.com
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Old 19 June 2014, 03:27 PM   #24
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Fantastic. I, like many others, had been considering Rubber B but did not like the cheap look of the original option (ie no Glidelock clasp.) Now that this is an option I'll pull the trigger as well. Also, how true to size did you need to order? Or were you able to continue to adjust the fit with the Glidelock?

Looks really excellent btw.
The rubber b in both tang and clasp buckles have been available for quite some time now.
I prefer the tang buckle though.

Looking forward to the review
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Old 19 June 2014, 09:56 PM   #25
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Thanks for the link, just out of curiosity how much is it retailing for where you are?

I'm based in the United kingdom and it's £200 here from a Rolex dealership!
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Old 19 June 2014, 10:11 PM   #26
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Wow that looks really cool with the rubber strap compared to the original bracelet. Just my own opinion.
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Old 20 June 2014, 02:47 AM   #27
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I prefer the isofrane straps to the rubberb - a forum member makes end links here so the end links + rubber strap looks better IMHO
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Thanks for the link, just out of curiosity how much is it retailing for where you are?

I'm based in the United kingdom and it's £200 here from a Rolex dealership!
$250 US. Current conversion places that at 146 pound, give or take a little.... Use the website and save!
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