Rolex DSSD, what to change steel strap to...
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Given the weight of the DSSD's head, I can't imagine it would be very comfortable on a NATO or similar.
These guys do made for the job rubber straps for Rolex, which although very expensive, do look good.
http://rubberb.com/frontpage/
At least with some grip from the rubber, you won't need the strap super tight to stop the watch head spinning round on your wrist.
These guys do made for the job rubber straps for Rolex, which although very expensive, do look good.
http://rubberb.com/frontpage/
At least with some grip from the rubber, you won't need the strap super tight to stop the watch head spinning round on your wrist.
andy tims said:
Given the weight of the DSSD's head, I can't imagine it would be very comfortable on a NATO or similar.
These guys do made for the job rubber straps for Rolex, which although very expensive, do look good.
http://rubberb.com/frontpage/
At least with some grip from the rubber, you won't need the strap super tight to stop the watch head spinning round on your wrist.
I,m very tempted £175 plus the possibility of another £35 duty and maybe a handling charge, is making me think twice, These guys do made for the job rubber straps for Rolex, which although very expensive, do look good.
http://rubberb.com/frontpage/
At least with some grip from the rubber, you won't need the strap super tight to stop the watch head spinning round on your wrist.
They have a UK agent in Manchester, I'll call them tomorrow
Edited by Adrian W on Sunday 20th May 11:48
Wow that is a fantastic idea, excellent find and doesn't make the watch look like a $5 china copy as it does with the nato strap I'm using at the moment.
andy tims said:
Given the weight of the DSSD's head, I can't imagine it would be very comfortable on a NATO or similar.
These guys do made for the job rubber straps for Rolex, which although very expensive, do look good.
http://rubberb.com/frontpage/
At least with some grip from the rubber, you won't need the strap super tight to stop the watch head spinning round on your wrist.
These guys do made for the job rubber straps for Rolex, which although very expensive, do look good.
http://rubberb.com/frontpage/
At least with some grip from the rubber, you won't need the strap super tight to stop the watch head spinning round on your wrist.
http://blog.swisswatchcustoms.com/
What do you think of these?
Would get a black strap of course, but this picture highlights their design.
What do you think of these?
Would get a black strap of course, but this picture highlights their design.
NeMiSiS said:
You are completely mad, the clasp on the DeepSea is surpassed by no other model.
couldnt agree more....especially those Rhino straps with the rhino embossed on the strap...so tacky in my view.Can see teh appeal of a rubber on some watches but think the DSSd is perfect as is.I switch my AP ROC around onto leathers etc but its always best on the SS bracelet.
kazino said:
http://blog.swisswatchcustoms.com/
What do you think of these?
Would get a black strap of course, but this picture highlights their design.
I'm sold. What do you think of these?
Would get a black strap of course, but this picture highlights their design.
True, I changed my AP diver to leather and it looks fantastic, but wouldnt have thought it would have looked so good until I had done it though, so thought I'd give it a try on the dssd and if it doesn't then would just keep with the stainless bracelet.
JOETHETOE said:
couldnt agree more....especially those Rhino straps with the rhino embossed on the strap...so tacky in my view.
Can see teh appeal of a rubber on some watches but think the DSSd is perfect as is.I switch my AP ROC around onto leathers etc but its always best on the SS bracelet.
Can see teh appeal of a rubber on some watches but think the DSSd is perfect as is.I switch my AP ROC around onto leathers etc but its always best on the SS bracelet.
Adrian W said:
I,m very tempted £175 plus the possibility of another £35 duty and maybe a handling charge, is making me think twice,
They have a UK agent in Manchester, I'll call them tomorrow
http://everestbands.com/They have a UK agent in Manchester, I'll call them tomorrow
Edited by Adrian W on Sunday 20th May 11:48
....May be cheaper. Cannot find price on their website.
nice find!
They are 185 USD.
If you click on the top right where there is a bag saying 'everest shop' then it takes you to a page where you fill in a form but states on that page that it is 185 usd
Was lucky I spotted it as it doesn't look part of the main menu bar at the top, wonder how many sales they lost from people not finding that
They are 185 USD.
If you click on the top right where there is a bag saying 'everest shop' then it takes you to a page where you fill in a form but states on that page that it is 185 usd
Was lucky I spotted it as it doesn't look part of the main menu bar at the top, wonder how many sales they lost from people not finding that
minerva said:
Edited by kazino on Sunday 27th May 21:53
Lambchopski said:
Why change it? These cheap straps RUIN the look of good watches. I really don't understand it at all!
I don't disagree with you, but there is a valid case.With some watches you have to consider why the watches exist.
The Speedmaster is so well known because of its NASA heritage, and can therefore rightfully be worn on a ratty Velcro strap.
A 50k Milsub, or any Sub that's seen some 007 action can get away with some military strappage.
The DSSD is an out and out tool watch, it's entire design is dictated by its function. Whilst the clasp is awesome, I've always seen the bracelet as a bit weedy tapering down to nothing as it does.
If I were diving down to the bottom of the sea floor to tighten some nuts on an oil rig, I'd be having a thick old silicone job on it.
This is a bit of a ramble, but I really think top end manufacturers are missing a trick here by not selling 'tool' straps / bands / bunds / mesh etc.
I agree, it's always nice to have a play with the different options to the strap and if Rolex were to offer these genunine accessories I think it would be a great hit for customers to personalise their watches even further.
sneijder said:
I don't disagree with you, but there is a valid case.
With some watches you have to consider why the watches exist.
The Speedmaster is so well known because of its NASA heritage, and can therefore rightfully be worn on a ratty Velcro strap.
A 50k Milsub, or any Sub that's seen some 007 action can get away with some military strappage.
The DSSD is an out and out tool watch, it's entire design is dictated by its function. Whilst the clasp is awesome, I've always seen the bracelet as a bit weedy tapering down to nothing as it does.
If I were diving down to the bottom of the sea floor to tighten some nuts on an oil rig, I'd be having a thick old silicone job on it.
This is a bit of a ramble, but I really think top end manufacturers are missing a trick here by not selling 'tool' straps / bands / bunds / mesh etc.
With some watches you have to consider why the watches exist.
The Speedmaster is so well known because of its NASA heritage, and can therefore rightfully be worn on a ratty Velcro strap.
A 50k Milsub, or any Sub that's seen some 007 action can get away with some military strappage.
The DSSD is an out and out tool watch, it's entire design is dictated by its function. Whilst the clasp is awesome, I've always seen the bracelet as a bit weedy tapering down to nothing as it does.
If I were diving down to the bottom of the sea floor to tighten some nuts on an oil rig, I'd be having a thick old silicone job on it.
This is a bit of a ramble, but I really think top end manufacturers are missing a trick here by not selling 'tool' straps / bands / bunds / mesh etc.
Will do, am going to try and see if I can find someone who can get hold of one in the trade (I am a jeweller after all).
minerva said:
Please can you post if and when you purchase?
The everest one looks very good, but the price difference is unerving, isn't it? I have a friend's advice ringing in my ears....'buy cheap buy twice'
The everest one looks very good, but the price difference is unerving, isn't it? I have a friend's advice ringing in my ears....'buy cheap buy twice'
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