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Old 20 August 2024, 06:38 AM   #1
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Why don't all (or at least most) watched have quick release straps?

Hi all,
Simple question, why doesn't Rolex offer quick release straps as an option? I find changing straps to be somewhat stressful due to potential for scratching or losing spring bars etc. I don't have this issue with my other watched that all have quick release straps. SO much easier! Is there an obvious reason they don;t have this option? Is it simply that they want the most secure (and difficult to remove) option?
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Old 20 August 2024, 09:07 AM   #2
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Why don't all (or at least most) watched have quick release straps?

Likely does not fit their financial interests at this time (I.e. cost of retooling production process vs lack of any financial benefit from implementation).

However, once Tudor starts to implement quick change bracelet/strap mechanism into their design, expect Rolex to do the same within a few years
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Old 20 August 2024, 09:15 AM   #3
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Likely does not fit their financial interests at this time (I.e. cost of retooling production process vs lack of any financial benefit from implementation).

However, once Tudor starts to implement quick change bracelet/strap mechanism into their design, expect Rolex to do the same within a few years
That makes sense, would be significant change to their process. I'm hoping they move in that direction, and maybe it opens the door to selling more bracelet versions.
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Old 20 August 2024, 04:33 PM   #4
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Agree with Nick, this is something Tudor will likely roll out in the next few years. For whatever reason, Tudors are far more accecpable on aftermarket straps than their big brothers. The internet seems to crumble when someone dares to show their Sub on a NATO!

I guess Rolex markets themselves as the perfect tool for the job, so why would anyone want to modify the functionality when it's already market leading?

I have a BB54, and have been known to change straps 3 times in a day, I'm here and ready for this upgrade!
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Old 23 August 2024, 03:51 AM   #5
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The internet seems to crumble when someone dares to show their Sub on a NATO!
Funny you should mention this, as that is EXACTLY what I want to do
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Old 23 August 2024, 03:56 AM   #6
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I wear my sub occasionaly on a NATO (looks great BTW). What I have learned in the past 10 years that I am into watches is that the stress load on the springbar is different than with the bracelet and I am not sure QR is the solution here. I had a regular springbar fail on one nato strap setup during a bit more activity and effort involved. Luckily, because it was on a nato the watch stayed put but it has never happened to me with a bracelet,

So, QR fixes one issue but creates possible new ones. For a dress watch, I'd say go for it. For a sports or a tool watch... depending on how you will use it for. :)
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