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Andrie · 26 July 2011, 01:47 PM

I don't get the NATO personally. I like the leather straps on dress watch. Looks classy.

drdenn · 26 July 2011, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shirtguy

My rolex

Excellent example!

SCD · 26 July 2011, 04:12 PM

I prefer mine on a strap. More comfortable. Better lookin'.
http://www.thewatchprince.com/Fluco-...ain-Black-20mm

GradyPhilpott · 26 July 2011, 05:03 PM

I like the look of watches on straps, but I personally like to wear bracelets.

I like the way bracelets look, too.

slevin kelevra · 26 July 2011, 07:02 PM

Vintage Subs look great on Croc Straps (black or brown) but newer models suit the Oyster best.

Paul · 26 July 2011, 07:32 PM

I mix it up between leather straps and bracelets a bit

DiamondJack · 26 July 2011, 07:35 PM

Straps all the way for me on my older watches. But I must admit I do really prefer and enjoy the bracelet on my new TT GMTIIC. Really substantial weighty feel to it and also extremely comfortable. The extra half extention link is fantastic for those scorching summer days we get over here

I've also got a blue face Airking from 1988 and Sub 16610 from 2002 which I prefer on their bracelets.

The first one is ostrich leather, the second alligator and third croc.

rmfnla · 27 July 2011, 10:06 AM

What can I say?

There's nothing wrong with a leather strap but I just

my oyster bracelet!

greekbum · 27 July 2011, 10:09 AM

landroverking · 27 July 2011, 11:27 AM

You guys like a Rolex on a NATO but not on a good leather strap. I don't get it.

Andrie · 27 July 2011, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

You guys like a Rolex on a NATO but not on a good leather strap. I don't get it.

You and me both. I think NATO makes it look like a toy or too much like G-shock

MortgageGuy · 27 July 2011, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

There is something about the overall look of a Rolex on a bracelet - they are just so damn good that it's hard to justify putting them on a strap. I do put mine on NATOs now and then - but I wouldn't choose to do that for an extended period.

I am completely the other way round with Panerai or JLC - the design of the watches seems to lend itself to a strap rather than (or as well as) a bracelet.

Lets see that new WG Daytona on a NATO

:r ofl:

Sorry I could not resist but I agree with you completely. Rolex I just love on the bracelets but Panerai are screaming for multiple different straps

Etur · 27 July 2011, 02:31 PM

I love Rolex on strap!

Here is several with my custom made end links: ( and you do not have to pay for the gold watch in order to have a finished look with the leather strap)

skywag · 27 July 2011, 02:37 PM

Bracelet=good
Strap=bad

Easy math!

watchf · 27 July 2011, 02:43 PM

Probably bacause i don't change things on my watch and all of mine came with bracelet. Also I like bracelet on my Rolex more, it makes the watch complete and more substantial.

For example i might not have bough the sub if it only comes in a leather stap. It changes the whole style and look of the watch.

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L-16610 · 27 July 2011, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by boogiebot

sorry if this has been posted before. I am curious why we dont see mor Rollies on straps. i know alot of you guys like nato straps, but what about leather and croc??

seems like there is not as many leather and croc lovers or am i just imagining this?

Imo the datejust or daydate is nice on a strap, for the sportsmodels I would only use the bracelet (and I hate nato)

watchf · 27 July 2011, 10:30 PM

The one thing I can think of that is an advantage with strap is that you don't get scratches on them like you do with bracelet.

rolexsweep · 27 July 2011, 11:19 PM

That's why I bought the Pam

BH13GMT · 28 July 2011, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

If you put your sub on a strap.........I'm thinking a basic black crocodile strap,
a regular strap, no deployant, no end pieces.

Guys

I think Hirsch make a strap which fits the curve of the case thus filling the gap often seen with straps on Rolex watches that dont use end pieces. I have seen pics somewhere on TRF.

Edit

Here is the strap Hirsch Medici 20mm
http://www.hirschstraps.com/HIRSCH-W...ch-Strap-BLACK

2th Dr · 28 July 2011, 02:49 AM

Here is my SS Daytona on a brown croc...

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And my SS DJ on a black croc...

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Widows Son · 28 July 2011, 03:08 AM

Without getting into the whole dress watch debate, I think most Rolexes that have fluted bezels (Sorry Dr. Robert!!!) look nicer on bracelets. The older Oysters with smooth bezels, Air Kings, and Explorer 1 look nice on straps. I have a 6424 Oyster that's on a brown croc strap and it looks great for semi-casual. My dress watches are all on brown or black straps and consist of Hamiltons, IWC, Bulovas, and Omegas.

BH13GMT · 28 July 2011, 03:31 AM

[QUOTE=2th DR;2640261]Here is my SS Daytona on a brown croc...

Attachment 216305

Splendid combo, are those Eugene's links I spy? I think the Daytona suits the leather well

2th Dr · 28 July 2011, 03:33 AM

[quote=BH13GMT;2640330]

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Here is my SS Daytona on a brown croc...

Attachment 216305

Splendid combo, are those Eugene's links I spy? I think the Daytona suits the leather well

Why, yes! Yes they are! Thanks Paul!

The Archer · 29 July 2011, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by ArcticMoose

Maybe not so common, but I have several.

I have never seen a YM on leather before, that looks great!

Dan Pierce · 29 July 2011, 02:15 AM

Maybe the title of this thread should read "bracelets AND straps". Why limit yourself?
dP

dddrees · 29 July 2011, 02:45 AM

I like having a number of options. Bracelets, Leather Straps, and Nato. I already have a number of other watches on leather straps already. So I guess as far as my Rolex watches go so far I have not had the need or desire to wear any of them on a leather strap.

26 July 2011, 07:32 PM	#36
Paul "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 1,000	No natos for me but .... I mix it up between leather straps and bracelets a bit Attached Images

26 July 2011, 07:35 PM	#37
DiamondJack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Watch: Quite a few Posts: 4,315	Straps all the way for me on my older watches. But I must admit I do really prefer and enjoy the bracelet on my new TT GMTIIC. Really substantial weighty feel to it and also extremely comfortable. The extra half extention link is fantastic for those scorching summer days we get over here I've also got a blue face Airking from 1988 and Sub 16610 from 2002 which I prefer on their bracelets. The first one is ostrich leather, the second alligator and third croc. Attached Images

27 July 2011, 10:06 AM	#38
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	What can I say? There's nothing wrong with a leather strap but I just my oyster bracelet! __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here... Lug Hole Lover®

27 July 2011, 10:09 AM	#39
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	__________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

27 July 2011, 02:31 PM	#43
Etur "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eugene Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 121	I love Rolex on strap! Here is several with my custom made end links: ( and you do not have to pay for the gold watch in order to have a finished look with the leather strap) Attached Images

26 July 2011, 01:47 PM	#31
Andrie Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NorCal Watch: Day-Date YG Posts: 53	I don't get the NATO personally. I like the leather straps on dress watch. Looks classy.

26 July 2011, 04:12 PM	#33
SCD "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 511	I prefer mine on a strap. More comfortable. Better lookin'. http://www.thewatchprince.com/Fluco-...ain-Black-20mm

26 July 2011, 05:03 PM	#34
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I like the look of watches on straps, but I personally like to wear bracelets. I like the way bracelets look, too.

26 July 2011, 07:02 PM	#35
slevin kelevra "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: 14060m Posts: 631	Vintage Subs look great on Croc Straps (black or brown) but newer models suit the Oyster best.

27 July 2011, 11:27 AM	#40
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	You guys like a Rolex on a NATO but not on a good leather strap. I don't get it.

27 July 2011, 02:37 PM	#44
skywag Banned Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: N47.9 W122.7 Watch: S/S "P" Daytona Posts: 216	Bracelet=good Strap=bad Easy math!

27 July 2011, 02:43 PM	#45
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	Probably bacause i don't change things on my watch and all of mine came with bracelet. Also I like bracelet on my Rolex more, it makes the watch complete and more substantial. For example i might not have bough the sub if it only comes in a leather stap. It changes the whole style and look of the watch. Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

27 July 2011, 10:30 PM	#47
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	The one thing I can think of that is an advantage with strap is that you don't get scratches on them like you do with bracelet.

27 July 2011, 11:19 PM	#48
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	That's why I bought the Pam __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

28 July 2011, 02:49 AM	#50
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	I have really become fond of straps as of late. Here is my SS Daytona on a brown croc... And my SS DJ on a black croc...

28 July 2011, 03:08 AM	#51
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,564	Without getting into the whole dress watch debate, I think most Rolexes that have fluted bezels (Sorry Dr. Robert!!!) look nicer on bracelets. The older Oysters with smooth bezels, Air Kings, and Explorer 1 look nice on straps. I have a 6424 Oyster that's on a brown croc strap and it looks great for semi-casual. My dress watches are all on brown or black straps and consist of Hamiltons, IWC, Bulovas, and Omegas.

28 July 2011, 03:31 AM	#52
BH13GMT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: UK, Dorset Watch: and learn Posts: 2,636	[QUOTE=2th DR;2640261]Here is my SS Daytona on a brown croc... Attachment 216305 Splendid combo, are those Eugene's links I spy? I think the Daytona suits the leather well __________________ Rolex Sub 1680, Rolex GMT 116710LN, Rolex Datejust 16220 Salmon Dial (the Mrs), Tudor BB58, Tudor Pelagos Blue and Several Seiko's ************************************************ *************** "last one in the chopper is a rotten egg" Jonathan Quayle Higgins III

29 July 2011, 02:15 AM	#55
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	Maybe the title of this thread should read "bracelets AND straps". Why limit yourself? dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

29 July 2011, 02:45 AM	#56
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I like having a number of options. Bracelets, Leather Straps, and Nato. I already have a number of other watches on leather straps already. So I guess as far as my Rolex watches go so far I have not had the need or desire to wear any of them on a leather strap. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

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