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View Poll Results: Which Aftermarket Strap for your Sub?
Everest Band 64 42.11%
RubberB 88 57.89%
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Old 9 July 2013, 12:17 AM   #1
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I prefer the Rubber B on looks alone.
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Old 9 July 2013, 02:50 AM   #2
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I don't have either. They both look pretty good, although I don't like how the back-end looks with the clasp and links off the oyster bracelet. I prefer the extended lines of the rubber b one. They are both over-priced. I have good rubber straps for about 20 bucks each.
you can buy everest with clasp of its own
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Old 9 July 2013, 02:53 AM   #3
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I have a black Everest Band, and fitted it, but removed it without even wearing it. I'm a bracelet guy I guess.

If anyone wants to buy mine, drop me a pm, will accept $90 shipped with Tracking.
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Old 9 July 2013, 03:55 AM   #4
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Everest band for sure, simple and classic and has the end link look to it.
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Old 9 July 2013, 05:07 PM   #5
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I use RubberB with Explorer II.
Looks great but quality is worlds behind IWC rubber.
Price is lower too.
From the above picture, Everest looks of more quality to me.

One complaint about RubberB: that shorter strap is too short putting the watch in awkward place (I am not able to picture it right now).
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Old 10 July 2013, 03:04 PM   #6
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The Everest Band looks pretty good. If Rolex just filed for a patent on the same polyurethane material used in the Everest Band, then that probably means Everest took a good route. I also like the cleaner look on the Everest Band; the break lines don't extend all the way down the band, thus averting the busy look.
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Old 11 July 2013, 09:06 PM   #7
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Bit the bullet and have put the Everest on my SUB C,using the original Rolex Glidelock
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Old 12 July 2013, 09:54 AM   #8
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I have an Everest.

Use on occasion for a few days justo switch it up.

It's just something different
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Old 13 July 2013, 04:35 PM   #9
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Has anyone got any good pics of the Sub C on the Rubber B with tang buckle strap ?
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Old 14 July 2013, 12:03 AM   #10
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I like them both. I think I'm gonna pick up a rubber b for my 16610 and try it out. I'll let everyone know how I make out.
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Old 13 August 2013, 07:35 AM   #11
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everest would be perfect if it used rolex pins.
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Old 13 August 2013, 07:38 AM   #12
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Old 13 August 2013, 08:09 AM   #13
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Update ...

I now own both the Everest and Rubber B, wear both on the Everest Glide Lock (which I can't praise enough) and love them both equally.

The Everest is a touch thicker, and two touchs wider, which I perfir on my SD. The Rubber B is tapered more and with it's lines running down the strap more suitable for my LV, imho.

Both are high quality, fit perfectly and install easily. The rubber is different in texture and feel, but the same in softness and comfort. The elephant in the room is the difference in prices, only you can decide if the Rubber B is worth the extra $$.
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Old 13 August 2013, 08:14 AM   #14
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rubber b
....just when I thought I'd seen it all...not for me I'm afraid...glad you think its OK though
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Old 13 August 2013, 08:17 AM   #15
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everest would be perfect if it used rolex pins.
I was a little apprehensive with the Everest supplied spring bars at first. After installing them on the watch head without the strap and giving them an good pressure test between index finger and thumb, and doing the same with the OEM Rolex spring bar, I felt totally reassured.
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Old 13 August 2013, 09:46 AM   #16
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Where is the "original bracelet" button?
Rubber straps are uncomfortable, ugly, and cheap... No thanks!

Just my opinion guys, don't flame me...
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Old 13 August 2013, 11:46 AM   #17
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Where is the "original bracelet" button?
Rubber straps are uncomfortable, ugly, and cheap... No thanks!

Just my opinion guys, don't flame me...

This looks pretty comfortable to me.

(Pics off net)
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Old 14 August 2013, 02:49 AM   #18
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...Rubber straps are uncomfortable, ugly, and cheap... Just my opinion guys, don't flame me...
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I beg to differ! If I had to choose between my 16600's SEL OEM bracelet and my Rubber B, the bracelet would win hands down...

As for my PAM; despite now having a half-dozen fantastic custom leather straps, I still find the OEM rubber to be comfortable, good-looking and there's certainly nothing cheap about it...








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Old 13 August 2013, 09:52 AM   #19
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None of the above. I prefer Italian rubber w/ custom end links. Besides, much more reasonably priced, reversible, high quality, and another opportunity to get the purists shorts in a bunch.
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None of the above. I prefer Italian rubber w/ custom end links. Besides, much more reasonably priced, reversible, high quality, and another opportunity to get the purists shorts in a bunch.
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Actually, that's not too bad, still not for me though!
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Old 13 August 2013, 10:13 AM   #21
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Actually, that's not too bad, still not for me though!
Thanks, Dano!
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...reversible...
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Rubberb for me, although I would like to try an Everest at some point if they offered a tang buckle. Here on my expiiName:  ImageUploadedByTapatalk1376352302.395539.jpg
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Both are very nice.


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Old 14 August 2013, 02:32 AM   #27
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I haven't tried the RubberB but love my Everest - plus Mike is a great guy and offers a very personal service. I am very happy with Everest.
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