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boa2 · 16 March 2008, 04:51 AM

Based upon this thread, it appears that different end pieces would be needed in order to mount the OEM leather strap from a gold Daytona onto a SS version.
http://forums.timezone.com/index.php...76#msg_3174163
Does anyone know the answer to this question for certain? I'm looking at the back of a SS Daytona, and the pins look simple enough to remove. But does the leather strap from the gold Daytona mount up without changing the end links?

Thank you!

SPACE-DWELLER · 16 March 2008, 08:14 AM

I would say it can be done.

There will be quite a gap from the end of the leather strap to the case on the SS Daytona, though, since it does not have the detachable link between the lugs to cover the gap.

grumpy · 16 March 2008, 08:26 AM

Look closely at the case with the bezel removed. A Stainless Steel Daytona does not have the milled cuts for the OEM leather strap end pieces. Bo has it right. The leather strap can be mounted but NOT the end links. There will be a gap between the case and the strap.

boa2 · 16 March 2008, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

I would say it can be done.

There will be quite a gap from the end of the leather strap to the case on the SS Daytona, though, since it does not have the detachable link between the lugs to cover the gap.

Thank you, Bo. If I'm understanding this correctly, it appears that a custom strap could be made--by ABP, for example--but the pin would run through the strap only where the middle link was. In other words, the strap would require an "extension tang" in order to fill the gap in the middle between the lugs, and the case itself (sort of like the photo below). Otherwise, it appears that the end links must be changed. Does that sound about right?

Best,
Howard

boa2 · 16 March 2008, 09:02 AM

Bo hit 15,000 posts!!!

Congratulations

Jocke · 16 March 2008, 09:13 AM

Just look at Hirsch Leonardo for example as I order.

Jocke

Tools · 16 March 2008, 09:58 AM

Jocke has this one right...

The leather strap Daytona case has an integrated end piece that covers the gap from the strap to the case..

Uness you machine the case to match the integrated endlinks, or have custom endlinks made, you have an unsightly gap from the strap to case.. (although no more than other watches).

The best look is the Hirsch Leonardo straps with their extra large curved strap/case mating surface

boa2 · 16 March 2008, 02:34 PM

Based upon the cut/shape of the strap, would it work with the Daytona? It looks like you would have to take out the endlinks, first removing the bezel. Is that correct?

Thank you,
Howard

16 March 2008, 04:51 AM	#1
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,940	Mounting an OEM leather strap onto a SS Daytona? Based upon this thread, it appears that different end pieces would be needed in order to mount the OEM leather strap from a gold Daytona onto a SS version. http://forums.timezone.com/index.php...76#msg_3174163 Does anyone know the answer to this question for certain? I'm looking at the back of a SS Daytona, and the pins look simple enough to remove. But does the leather strap from the gold Daytona mount up without changing the end links? Thank you!

16 March 2008, 08:14 AM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I would say it can be done. There will be quite a gap from the end of the leather strap to the case on the SS Daytona, though, since it does not have the detachable link between the lugs to cover the gap. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

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Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	Just look at Hirsch Leonardo for example as I order. Jocke __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

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Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Jocke has this one right... The leather strap Daytona case has an integrated end piece that covers the gap from the strap to the case.. Uness you machine the case to match the integrated endlinks, or have custom endlinks made, you have an unsightly gap from the strap to case.. (although no more than other watches). The best look is the Hirsch Leonardo straps with their extra large curved strap/case mating surface __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

16 March 2008, 08:26 AM	#3
grumpy Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: coastal SC USA Posts: 28	Look closely at the case with the bezel removed. A Stainless Steel Daytona does not have the milled cuts for the OEM leather strap end pieces. Bo has it right. The leather strap can be mounted but NOT the end links. There will be a gap between the case and the strap.

16 March 2008, 02:34 PM	#8
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,940	Those photos are phenomenal, Jocke! Based upon the cut/shape of the strap, would it work with the Daytona? It looks like you would have to take out the endlinks, first removing the bezel. Is that correct? Thank you, Howard

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