Rubber B Transformation. Opinions?

[The Moose]

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In some ways I like it, others I think it was a waste of $250. Not sure. I guess I’ll wear it in for a bit and see.

Anyone else have one of these? Or want to share an opinion?

[Ninjin]

I love mine on Rubber-B. Makes the watch must less of a 'Rolex' to criminals as it doesn't look like the stereo typical Rolex.

[EX51GE R]

I picked up an unused one on ebay for my airking, £120. Absolutely love it.

[WhisperingWasp]

I think it looks great. And nice to have both options of course.

My own before and after:

[Chessers]

They are great, have one on my BLNR, think they complement the Sub

[JEA1K]

The Moose said:

From this:


To this:



In some ways I like it, others I think it was a waste of $250. Not sure. I guess I’ll wear it in for a bit and see.

Anyone else have one of these? Or want to share an opinion?

I like it, nice change from the Oyster. Thinking of getting one for my SD4k.

[Barchettaman]

The best way to make your Submariner look like a Bill Gates Casio.

Only kidding.

If you like a rubber strap then go for it. I personally don’t see why it costs $250, seems massively excessive to me.

Crafter Blue also make some nice rubber straps at slightly more sane prices. Maybe worth a look.

[AmosMoses]

I run my SeaDweller on this rubber strap when i feel like it.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32850148121.html?s...

Quality is shockingly good for a tenner.

[Ninjin]

straps on Aliexpress are hit and miss. Sometimes good sometimes dire. I tried the oysterflex reps and they are dire, ended up getting a real one from my AD. I've had Rubber-B reps and they have been fine although I find that they were a lint magnet compared to a genuine RubberB. What I done was spritz the strap with Meguairs quick detailer and wipe off. Darkened the rubber ever so slightly but more importantly, stopped the lint getting stuck!

[traffman]

I had mines on a Rubber B , however we all go back to the original!

[Matter88]

traffman said:

I had mines on a Rubber B , however we all go back to the original!

This! Have a Rubber B on my DSSD, really enjoyed it for a few months but back on the bracelet now.

[Ed T]

On things like a Sub or a planet ocean I much prefer the rubber strap as it adds to the utility of the watch. On things like a GMT or a Chrono I prefer metal.

I think it looks great!

[rog007]

Totally agree it suits the sports rather than GMTs for my taste and utility. Turns my Sub in to a proper holiday watch!

[sizona]

Looking for a Black Rubber B with the green insert for my 2019 Rolex Air King if anyone has one for sale.
PM me please.
Cheers

[The Moose]

Well, the transformation has been reversed. I found it pretty uncomfortable to wear and Rubber B super awkward to deal with. Back to the original bracelet...and that’s where I’ll stay!

[sizona]

Quick resurrection of this thread.

If anybody is looking for a Rubber B used strap code M103 for older Rolex Submariner and GMT non ceramic watches I have one for sale.

It's in black and at present has a non Rolex stainless steel clasp on it. Used but good condition. I bought it used in error and never fitted it.

PM me please if of interest.

Thanks

[mikeveal]

Like or dislike?

[PistonGuy66]

I really like the Rubber B bands,there not cheap but very well made,and the fit the watch perfict.

[TeamD]

mikeveal said:

Like or dislike?

Not for me I'm afraid.

[don logan]

I never really think Ruuber B / Everest straps etc on the 5 digit watches despite the cliinky bracelets, maybe there is a mismatch of eras.

I’ve also never seen a strap that I thought suited a GMT, there is really so little difference at a quick glance between Sub and GMT that it shouldn’t be that different annd I never like them on NATOs either, never seen a strap I like on a 42mm Explorer 2 either but I want to try a chocolate brown suede one.