Explorer ll braclet options

[JAPitto]

Hello everyone. I was interested in information for Explorer ll 216570 braclet options. The Oyster Braclet is comfortable, classy, functional, and without question asthetically pleasing to the eye and in function. However, I was looking at a more practical, outdoor, rugged type braclet for work and adventures. Any links, ideas, opinions, or experience in regards to this topic would be appreciated.

[Tempusfugitus]

Have you looked at a Eulit Perlon 20mm strap in brown or grey? They look incredible with an Explorer II, are indestructible, waterproof, infinitely adjustable. There is a vendor in Germany on *bay who sells them.

[yakmeister]

Rubber B has some great options, here's mine.

[JAPitto]

Thank you. Have you been to OC Watch Company in Walnut Creek?

[sncarney18]

Nato Strap. Black and Orange striped.

[cangelosijeff]

IMHO, the Oyster is your go to for this watch.

From experience, the issue is that 216570 has 21mm lugs, so your nato options are limited unless you don't mind a 1mm gap or some bunching up using a 22mm. A few companies do make a 21mm nato, but in very limited colors. The Rubber B requires you to use your Easylink clasp (they don't do the Expy II strap with a tang). Custom leather would also be an option. As with all aftermarket options, springbar failure is a possibility, and I found that the under/oversized natos made it very easy for them to fail.

To avoid this, specifically around water, I found shoulderless springbars I could place to use with a nato. These will need to be clipped out once placed, but made the nato (arguably) as sturdy as the Oyster. Hope this helps!

[yakmeister]

Originally Posted by JAPitto

Thank you. Have you been to OC Watch Company in Walnut Creek?

I have not. I have done some business with D&L there though.

[strafer_kid]

Wore mine on a black 20mm Zulu for a while and it worked really well - nice combo!

[Loevhagen]

The only mismatch I would wear for my own 216570 21mm, is a 22mm leather strap.

The leather will stretch from 22mm into 21mm. All other options (nylon, etc) not being 21mm just become odd looking. 20mm looks shrimped. 22mm looks awkward.

[JAPitto]

Thanks for the input. I ordered one from Rubber b. Will find out in 5 to 7 days if I made good choice.

[MP5]

Originally Posted by Tempusfugitus

Have you looked at a Eulit Perlon 20mm strap in brown or grey? They look incredible with an Explorer II, are indestructible, waterproof, infinitely adjustable. There is a vendor in Germany on *bay who sells them.

Direct link please, I picked up a couple from two different sources and the buckles on them are cheaper than any kids watch I have ever seen. I can literally smoosh the buckle between two fingers like tin foil. I wouldnt trust a department store seiko on one much less a rolex