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Chris B · 16 March 2012, 03:20 AM

Gotta be bracelet for me, I've a spazzy hand & a strap would be just too fiddly

mtrunner · 16 March 2012, 03:26 AM

Bracelet for me. I don't like the gap and if I decided to put a leather strap on it there are plenty of options out there. Probably harder to get a bracelet after the fact.

Watchdog · 16 March 2012, 03:34 AM

Bracelet guy here; however, in this case, I would go with the strap.

The combo is sublime.

Glidelock · 16 March 2012, 04:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikkemus23

I would get it with the bracelet and then source a strap from somewhere else. There are many makers of very nice leather straps.

x2! I recently commented on another thread stating how good I thought this watch looks on all 3 known strap combo's. I would probably opt to purchase w/ the oyster bracelet, then add other leather and NATO options to the mix!

erikscollectables · 16 March 2012, 05:25 AM

The Nato style strap is included so you can already change it around to start with and the bracelet is the lasting value so I would get that despite the fact I love the strap - might indeed source it later.

stockae92 · 16 March 2012, 05:42 AM

the strap looks awesome, but the logically choice is bracelet

i voted for strap anyway cause it just looks sooooooo good

outtatime · 16 March 2012, 05:44 AM

Is the "fabric" strap included a NATO? I'm assuming it is. Would it be of a similar style to those "tropic" NATOs I see for sale from time to time?

erikscollectables · 16 March 2012, 06:14 AM

There is an ipad app about the black bay with a video on the fabric straps.

Actually I think I will use the fabric strap most and might even get one of the other ones they have. The video about them is really nice, I wonder how they wear.

Any experiences here with those Tudor fabric straps?

Porsche · 16 March 2012, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by erikscollectables

There is an ipad app about the black bay with a video on the fabric straps.

Actually I think I will use the fabric strap most and might even get one of the other ones they have. The video about them is really nice, I wonder how they wear.

Any experiences here with those Tudor fabric straps?

Video also available on their website, not just iPad app

here: http://www.tudorwatch.com/#/en/herit...c-strap-video/

HL65 · 16 March 2012, 08:22 AM

Vintage like strap for me!

dddrees · 16 March 2012, 09:10 AM

I'd get both.

The more options the better.

Time2time · 16 March 2012, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikkemus23

I would get it with the bracelet and then source a strap from somewhere else. There are many makers of very nice leather straps.

X2

Psmith · 16 March 2012, 10:36 AM

Bracelet, but may try to also source the leather strap. Pity that Tudor don't supply all three options (bracelet/leather/fabric) in the package. Hopefully can be ordered through an AD without problem. Regardless, would also order a (probably) Toshi as well

Rolex Freak · 16 March 2012, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikkemus23

I would get it with the bracelet and then source a strap from somewhere else. There are many makers of very nice leather straps.

X2

andrew79 · 16 March 2012, 11:14 AM

strap is nice but maybe end up with bracelet...

Andrés G · 16 March 2012, 11:14 AM

I like it on that cool strap.

rodrob59 · 16 March 2012, 11:36 AM

Bracelet, always.

GradyPhilpott · 16 March 2012, 12:31 PM

I personally prefer bracelets, but I think straps look great on others.

sergio65 · 17 May 2012, 07:35 PM

hi everyone,
new here, nice forum!

soon to become owner of the BB .. ;-))

any idea of the lug size? 20mm? 22 ..? can't figure out from the pics as I end up with 21 mm taking measurements on the screen.

Cheers

wokafu · 17 May 2012, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hitman23

looks better with the strap, but makes more sense to get the bracelet first.

x2

jolimont · 17 May 2012, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sergio65

hi everyone,
new here, nice forum!

soon to become owner of the BB .. ;-))

any idea of the lug size? 20mm? 22 ..? can't figure out from the pics as I end up with 21 mm taking measurements on the screen.

Cheers

Should be 20 I think? like the subs

1675-David · 17 May 2012, 08:00 PM

I'd go for the bracelet and a NATO for summer..

93 Turbo · 17 May 2012, 08:27 PM

Prefer the bracelet, provides more focus on the gilt dial.

It's been noticed earlier the large distance between the spring bars and the case, can only assume this will allow owners to change out with heavier leather and nato straps.

Darlinboy · 17 May 2012, 08:30 PM

I really like that watch! My preference would be for the bracelet - just think it is more versatile.

mtrunner · 17 May 2012, 09:54 PM

Opps already answered this thread. Didn't realize this was an old thread that got bumped up. Lots of old threads breathing new life lately.

Lisa · 17 May 2012, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

personally, i think, for a watch like the black bay, the gap is appropriate. especially with the aged strap...a bit more "tool watch" looking.

Agree... and I like the nylon strap with it just as well, if not more, than the leather.

Explorertwo · 17 May 2012, 10:27 PM

This watch simply looks better on the strap imho. But that's on pictures! In the flesh it might be different. Personally i would wear this piece on a strap, never on a bracelet and while diving / swimming: take the sub or other rolex!
Curious what you will pick Cru!

Ds650quad · 18 May 2012, 04:10 AM

Bracelet !

Lisa · 18 May 2012, 04:38 AM

As has been noted, the fabric strap comes with either the bracelet OR the leather band option. So you either get steel bracelet/fabric strap or leather band/fabric strap.

Anyone know what the difference in price would be?

Edit - Oh, here we go... just found this:

UPDATE: Hodinkee.com has reported that the official pricing for the Heritage Black Bay diver will be 2950 CHF (~$3200 USD) on leather and 3250 CHF (~$3500) on the steel bracelet.

Frogman4me · 18 May 2012, 07:13 AM

Love the strap!

View Poll Results: black bay strap or bracelet?
prefer it with the strap	64	31.22%
like the strap more, but, would probably end up with bracelet	29	14.15%
prefer it with the bracelet	75	36.59%
no preference/get both!/need to wait and see	29	14.15%
what's a tudor black bay?	8	3.90%
Voters: 205. You may not vote on this poll

16 March 2012, 05:25 AM	#35
erikscollectables "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Erik Location: Netherlands Watch: Expl1/GMT/DJ/SubC Posts: 115	The Nato style strap is included so you can already change it around to start with and the bracelet is the lasting value so I would get that despite the fact I love the strap - might indeed source it later. __________________ Explorer II Polar - 216570 Sub - 116610 LN - 16610 (2008) - 5513 (4.2m) Explorer 1 -214270 DJ 1601 - 1967

16 March 2012, 05:42 AM	#36
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,962	the strap looks awesome, but the logically choice is bracelet i voted for strap anyway cause it just looks sooooooo good __________________ 135 ├┼┼╕ 246 R

16 March 2012, 06:14 AM	#38
erikscollectables "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Erik Location: Netherlands Watch: Expl1/GMT/DJ/SubC Posts: 115	There is an ipad app about the black bay with a video on the fabric straps. Actually I think I will use the fabric strap most and might even get one of the other ones they have. The video about them is really nice, I wonder how they wear. Any experiences here with those Tudor fabric straps? __________________ Explorer II Polar - 216570 Sub - 116610 LN - 16610 (2008) - 5513 (4.2m) Explorer 1 -214270 DJ 1601 - 1967

16 March 2012, 08:22 AM	#40
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Vintage like strap for me! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

16 March 2012, 03:20 AM	#31
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Gotta be bracelet for me, I've a spazzy hand & a strap would be just too fiddly

16 March 2012, 03:26 AM	#32
mtrunner 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,835	Bracelet for me. I don't like the gap and if I decided to put a leather strap on it there are plenty of options out there. Probably harder to get a bracelet after the fact.

16 March 2012, 03:34 AM	#33
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	Bracelet guy here; however, in this case, I would go with the strap. The combo is sublime.

16 March 2012, 05:44 AM	#37
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	Is the "fabric" strap included a NATO? I'm assuming it is. Would it be of a similar style to those "tropic" NATOs I see for sale from time to time?

16 March 2012, 09:10 AM	#41
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I'd get both. The more options the better. __________________ 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

16 March 2012, 10:36 AM	#43
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Bracelet, but may try to also source the leather strap. Pity that Tudor don't supply all three options (bracelet/leather/fabric) in the package. Hopefully can be ordered through an AD without problem. Regardless, would also order a (probably) Toshi as well __________________

16 March 2012, 11:14 AM	#45
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	strap is nice but maybe end up with bracelet... __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

16 March 2012, 11:14 AM	#46
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,392	I like it on that cool strap.

16 March 2012, 11:36 AM	#47
rodrob59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Rod Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: YG DD 18238 Posts: 1,540	Bracelet, always. __________________ I ask you to judge me by the enemies I have made. -Franklin D. Roosevelt

16 March 2012, 12:31 PM	#48
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	I personally prefer bracelets, but I think straps look great on others. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

17 May 2012, 07:35 PM	#49
sergio65 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: N/A Posts: 2	hi everyone, new here, nice forum! soon to become owner of the BB .. ;-)) any idea of the lug size? 20mm? 22 ..? can't figure out from the pics as I end up with 21 mm taking measurements on the screen. Cheers

17 May 2012, 08:00 PM	#52
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,061	I'd go for the bracelet and a NATO for summer..

17 May 2012, 08:27 PM	#53
93 Turbo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Australia Watch: Rolex.Tudor.PAM Posts: 1,554	Prefer the bracelet, provides more focus on the gilt dial. It's been noticed earlier the large distance between the spring bars and the case, can only assume this will allow owners to change out with heavier leather and nato straps.

17 May 2012, 08:30 PM	#54
Darlinboy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DB Location: :noitacoL Watch: :hctaW Posts: 6,703	I really like that watch! My preference would be for the bracelet - just think it is more versatile. __________________ Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

17 May 2012, 09:54 PM	#55
mtrunner 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,835	Opps already answered this thread. Didn't realize this was an old thread that got bumped up. Lots of old threads breathing new life lately.

17 May 2012, 10:27 PM	#57
Explorertwo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Tom Location: Lowlands Watch: White 'n Black Posts: 641	This watch simply looks better on the strap imho. But that's on pictures! In the flesh it might be different. Personally i would wear this piece on a strap, never on a bracelet and while diving / swimming: take the sub or other rolex! Curious what you will pick Cru!

18 May 2012, 04:10 AM	#58
Ds650quad "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Marcel Location: California Posts: 41	Bracelet !

18 May 2012, 04:38 AM	#59
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	As has been noted, the fabric strap comes with either the bracelet OR the leather band option. So you either get steel bracelet/fabric strap or leather band/fabric strap. Anyone know what the difference in price would be? Edit - Oh, here we go... just found this: UPDATE: Hodinkee.com has reported that the official pricing for the Heritage Black Bay diver will be 2950 CHF (~$3200 USD) on leather and 3250 CHF (~$3500) on the steel bracelet.

18 May 2012, 07:13 AM	#60
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Love the strap!

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