Rubber B straps

[Undefeatable]

Originally Posted by Coolex

Probably a dumb question, but why do some straps have the Rolex clasp and others have a normal watch band mechanism?

There are 2 options for the them. You can either choose the standard buckle/tang or you can choose the straps that utilize the Rolex clasp.


For what its worth, I owned the Everest and if I had to do it again, I would probably try the Rubber B. The quality of the Everest was really good, but I didn't like the look or shape, it was too round for my taste against the blocky Rolex case shape. The Rubber B, to me, looks like it fits the Rolex case shape better, especially the newer larger supercase.

[Coolex]

Originally Posted by Undefeatable

There are 2 options for the them. You can either choose the standard buckle/tang or you can choose the straps that utilize the Rolex clasp.


For what its worth, I owned the Everest and if I had to do it again, I would probably try the Rubber B. The quality of the Everest was really good, but I didn't like the look or shape, it was too round for my taste against the blocky Rolex case shape. The Rubber B, to me, looks like it fits the Rolex case shape better, especially the newer larger supercase.

So do you have to provide the clasp? I see some people using a brushed clasp on models that only come with PCLs..

[Flyoverguy]

Originally Posted by Coolex

So do you have to provide the clasp? I see some people using a brushed clasp on models that only come with PCLs..

Yes. You can get tang buckle or a strap which uses the Rolex glidelock or similar clasp. The sd4k glidelock strap is absolutely terrific and easy to install.

[APPRF]

Does Rolex sell the glidelock clasp separately?

[teck21]

Hi, I am thinking of getting a Rubber B classic series for my Oyster Perp 39mm. I am comparing it with the Everest Bands, and what confuses me a bit is that the Rubber B does not need to be sized, whereas the Everest band does.

I can't get my head around how this is possible?

I prefer the Rubber B design, but I would feel safer getting a sized band unless I figure out how it doesn't need to be in the Rubber B's case.

[Watchguymb]

I have a Yachtmaster rhodium dial. Thinking of putting a black rubberb on it. Anyone seen this?


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[imperio]

Originally Posted by teck21

Hi, I am thinking of getting a Rubber B classic series for my Oyster Perp 39mm. I am comparing it with the Everest Bands, and what confuses me a bit is that the Rubber B does not need to be sized, whereas the Everest band does.

I can't get my head around how this is possible?

I prefer the Rubber B design, but I would feel safer getting a sized band unless I figure out how it doesn't need to be in the Rubber B's case.

You can email either/both companies to ask. They respond to emails fairly quickly.

[Watchguymb]

I’m thinking on putting a rubberb or Everest on my Yachtmaster rhodium dial. Anyone ever seen this combo?


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[Geelerald]

Love mine on Explorer 2

[Token74]

Bought one for my 116600. Loved it for two weeks. Reverted to the bracelet and have never gone back.

Bottom line is that on the modern references the bracelet is such good quality that I can’t bring myself to replace it with a cheap rubber strap.

A friend of mine tried his 116500 on a Rubber-B because he liked the look of my 116519 on Oysterflex, but it didn’t achieve the same look or feel, so he reverted back to bracelet pretty quickly.

So, nice for a bit of ‘strange’ perhaps, but not a keeper in my eyes.


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[joerivers1961]

For what it's worth you can be confident that Rubber b is not a "cheap rubber" strap. I have several and they are as high quality as you can get. Looking at their site they seem to be making OEM straps for Roger Dubuis, Watches that go over 100k in some models. I have their Patek strap and have been nothing but satisfied with their quality. I think you are also looking at it wrongfully as the Rolex bracelet has no replacement and it is always the best. Those rubber b are just high end alternatives to have fun with the watches. In my case I couldn't stand the leather on the 5980 and the explorer ii is just something to play with. I have a Daytona that did the same.

Originally Posted by Token74

Bought one for my 116600. Loved it for two weeks. Reverted to the bracelet and have never gone back.

Bottom line is that on the modern references the bracelet is such good quality that I can’t bring myself to replace it with a cheap rubber strap.

A friend of mine tried his 116500 on a Rubber-B because he liked the look of my 116519 on Oysterflex, but it didn’t achieve the same look or feel, so he reverted back to bracelet pretty quickly.

So, nice for a bit of ‘strange’ perhaps, but not a keeper in my eyes.


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[maximilianmuller]

That's true they're making OEM Roger Dubuis bands. Those watches are crazy! like I posted on another thread, if it's good enough for a 60,000 watch it's definitely good enough for a 10-12,000 one

Originally Posted by joerivers1961

For what it's worth you can be confident that Rubber b is not a "cheap rubber" strap. I have several and they are as high quality as you can get. Looking at their site they seem to be making OEM straps for Roger Dubuis, Watches that go over 100k in some models. I have their Patek strap and have been nothing but satisfied with their quality. I think you are also looking at it wrongfully as the Rolex bracelet has no replacement and it is always the best. Those rubber b are just high end alternatives to have fun with the watches. In my case I couldn't stand the leather on the 5980 and the explorer ii is just something to play with. I have a Daytona that did the same.

[Token74]

Originally Posted by joerivers1961

For what it's worth you can be confident that Rubber b is not a "cheap rubber" strap. I have several and they are as high quality as you can get. Looking at their site they seem to be making OEM straps for Roger Dubuis, Watches that go over 100k in some models. I have their Patek strap and have been nothing but satisfied with their quality. I think you are also looking at it wrongfully as the Rolex bracelet has no replacement and it is always the best. Those rubber b are just high end alternatives to have fun with the watches. In my case I couldn't stand the leather on the 5980 and the explorer ii is just something to play with. I have a Daytona that did the same.

Nothing wrong with having a play and all to their own, but I personally think it looks and feels cheap if I compare it to the rubber strap on an AP Diver or the Rolex Oysterflex. But that is just my opinion and I know that Rubber B had a lot of fans on here, so I may well be in a minority of one.




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[alex_moreno111]

You do know that Rubber B is the same factory as AP right? My offshore is on OEM and the RO chrono is on rubber b sometimes I use the RO on rubber in the summer. The rubber is identical in all aspects.

Originally Posted by Token74

Nothing wrong with having a play and all to their own, but I personally think it looks and feels cheap if I compare it to the rubber strap on an AP Diver or the Rolex Oysterflex. But that is just my opinion and I know that Rubber B had a lot of fans on here, so I may well be in a minority of one.




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[maximilianmuller]

Yea man, comparing rubber b with ap is not really a comparison. Oysterflex yes. And even that came later in the game after they had already made straps for Rolex. I think 4-5 years before Oysterflex came out.

Originally Posted by Token74

Nothing wrong with having a play and all to their own, but I personally think it looks and feels cheap if I compare it to the rubber strap on an AP Diver or the Rolex Oysterflex. But that is just my opinion and I know that Rubber B had a lot of fans on here, so I may well be in a minority of one.




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[Weinboyz]

I can tell you I love my Rubber B. It is very good quality and very comfortable. I go back and forth between the bracelet and rubber strap. I actually went by their offices, as they are based out of Miami. They were very friendly and very helpful. I use it on my glidelock clasp. Here’s a pic of it on my 116660 DSSD.


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[joerivers1961]

Originally Posted by Token74

Nothing wrong with having a play and all to their own, but I personally think it looks and feels cheap if I compare it to the rubber strap on an AP Diver or the Rolex Oysterflex. But that is just my opinion and I know that Rubber B had a lot of fans on here, so I may well be in a minority of one.




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[imperio]

I have a few.

[teck21]

Originally Posted by imperio

You can email either/both companies to ask. They respond to emails fairly quickly.

Thanks, I might do that cos I don’t actually know my wrist size.

Btw, anyone can advise whether it’s easy to remove and put on the straps and bracelets? Even for someone with very un-dexterous fingers?


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[Stebinners]

Originally Posted by teck21

Thanks, I might do that cos I don’t actually know my wrist size.

Btw, anyone can advise whether it’s easy to remove and put on the straps and bracelets? Even for someone with very un-dexterous fingers?


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Very easy


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[BillA]

This....

[danicasi2002]

Originally Posted by bravetony

That green line really looks good with that watch. These are mine:

For the submariner, did you get the ballistic/Kevlar band for the Daytona or the one for the YM. Do you think an end link will fit as well? Thanks.

[danicasi2002]

Originally Posted by bravetony

That green line really looks good with that watch. These are mine:

The band with the red side accent. I do not think it was for the submariner. For which watch was that made for? And did the glide lock clasp fit well with it? Thanks

[Nikrnic]

Originally Posted by Indy11

How so? I figured it was just personal preference given both are very high quality. I prefer the look (detail around the lug area) and the texture of the rubber b over the Everest. I feel the rubber b has a much closer look (texture and color) to the Oyster Flex which was what I was after.



I can’t comment on the customer service, never had needed.

I'm liking the all black on the SubC

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[AnakChan]

Does anyone know why Rubber B has options for the DJII but says not suitable for the DJ41? Seems both have the same lug width of 21mm? Has anyone tried putting on a Rubber B on a DJ41?

[inadeje]

I tried one, had it on for a few days, looked good but, I went straight back to the bracelet. Sat collecting dust and then I gave it away. Not really my style.

[teck21]

Originally Posted by Stebinners

Very easy


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Thanks! I might give it a go then


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[Ricky Rolex]

How easy are they to take on and off if you want to alternate with an oyster bracelet?

I'd like one for my Explorer. Also how do they do up? I kind of like seeing my crown when I look down at it.

[jstan9]

Originally Posted by Stebinners

Anyone have one? Considering one for a GMT ceramic. Are they any good ?


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I bought one two years ago for my yachtmaster and it is spectacular. Has held up really well. Heavy duty quality and any blemishes or smudges that don’t come out with hand washing (with dish soap) can be buffed out in seconds with a pencil eraser (a pro tip from rubber b).

They’re expensive but worth every penny.

[jstan9]

Originally Posted by AnakChan

Does anyone know why Rubber B has options for the DJII but says not suitable for the DJ41? Seems both have the same lug width of 21mm? Has anyone tried putting on a Rubber B on a DJ41?

They’re engineered and manufactured with incredible precision so I’d only buy one that they make specifically for your reference. It fits literally as well as the metal bracelet from Rolex.