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elam · 30 July 2012, 03:03 PM

Hello everyone!

I just bought a new Submariner 116610. I've seen pictures of the Sub with NATO straps and it is growing on me. I'd like to give that a try.

I have 2 questions:

1) I found this video on how to remove the steel band:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIewnx5djEA
Any recommendation on the right tool to get or just use any pin pusher?

2) When I purchase NATO straps, should I go for 18mm or 20mm widths?

Thanks!

slcbbrown · 30 July 2012, 11:00 PM

Most Rolex for guys are 20mm, and the Sub definitely is.

77T · 30 July 2012, 11:27 PM

20 mm is the fitment.
18 mm is the Bond way.

77T · 30 July 2012, 11:53 PM

Oh BTW paperclip works fine.

Edit: Oops , my bad. You got no lugholes

Springbar tool with FF (Fine Forks) is what you'll need.

mjclark32 · 31 July 2012, 12:08 AM

I have a bergeon tool for removing the bracelet, don't know the model number.
20mm strap and you'll be good to go!

SaddleSC · 31 July 2012, 12:23 AM

Bergeon 6111

elam · 31 July 2012, 01:27 AM

Thanks all for your advice!

4vCoupe · 11 August 2012, 08:22 AM

Just put my NATO strap on my 16610. Not sure if I like it yet. What spring bars is everyone using? I bought some seiko fatbars but had a tough time routing the strap due to limited space between bar and case. I also have concerns about how good these spring bars are. Any input?
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ecsub44 · 11 August 2012, 10:14 AM

Why wouldn't you use the springbars that were already on your Sub Date?

Strap looks great! Try tucking the tail inward towards the rest of the strap for a tidier look.

Shamus · 11 August 2012, 11:57 AM

Using a Bergeon 6767 and 6111...one in each hand, pushing inward at the same time.

What do ya think?

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cdweller · 11 August 2012, 12:51 PM

Looks great! Very comfortable

herbalt · 11 August 2012, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shamus

Using a Bergeon 6767 and 6111...one in each hand, pushing inward at the same time.

What do ya think?

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Shamus, where did you get that NATO strap? Looks awesome.

Mickey® · 11 August 2012, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4vCoupe

Just put my NATO strap on my 16610. Not sure if I like it yet. What spring bars is everyone using? I bought some seiko fatbars but had a tough time routing the strap due to limited space between bar and case. I also have concerns about how good these spring bars are. Any input?
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Wouldn't use those!!!!!!!

Even the original ones aren't perfect!!!

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=248473

Ed Rooney · 11 August 2012, 01:57 PM

I hate NATO and ZULU straps. The best nylon straps are the old fashioned mil straps without all of the rings and hardware. Imagine a web belt made of nylon. Now shrink it to fit your watch.

Shamus · 11 August 2012, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by herbalt

Shamus, where did you get that NATO strap? Looks awesome.

I tried to find where I got it from, but I couldn't. I know that there was a thread on here a while back where people were recommending places to buy them and I ran across an excellent website that had this Bond strap.

If I find it, I'll let you know.

Shamus · 11 August 2012, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

I hate NATO and ZULU straps. The best nylon straps are the old fashioned mil straps without all of the rings and hardware. Imagine a web belt made of nylon. Now shrink it to fit your watch.

I'd be interested in those too. Anywhere you know of to buy those?

Shamus · 11 August 2012, 02:59 PM

By the way, I'm loving using this strap instead of the bracelet for the weekend. My anxiety level is down since I don't have to worry about scuffing the bracelet every 5 seconds. And I got some good compliments on how it looked tonight with the strap.

Mickey® · 11 August 2012, 11:07 PM

Let's keep talking straps!

4vCoupe · 12 August 2012, 01:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mickey®

Wouldn't use those!!!!!!!

Even the original ones aren't perfect!!!

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=248473

I didn't use the original spring bars because I read a few times that they can pop off from the strap rubbing on the shoulder and disengaging it. I have no lug holes on my sub. Are the spring bars listed on the other thread Rolex spring bars for a watch with the lug holes?

Cabaiguan · 12 August 2012, 04:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shamus

I'd be interested in those too. Anywhere you know of to buy those?

Look at broadarrow.net

The Maratac "Mil Series" are the ones that you are looking for. They have a nylon keeper and the only metal part is the buckle. They are awesome and VERY comfy.

Ed Rooney · 12 August 2012, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabaiguan

Look at broadarrow.net

The Maratac "Mil Series" are the ones that you are looking for. They have a nylon keeper and the only metal part is the buckle. They are awesome and VERY comfy.

Exactly. I have a bunch in all sizes or new arrival watches. They even have the Bond pattern now, which is really the correct strap.

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Mickey® · 12 August 2012, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

Exactly. I have a bunch in all sizes or new arrival watches. They even have the Bond pattern now, which is really the correct strap.

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I don't like them too thick...that is why I can't use my Zulu's anymore...
These look thick?

Ed Rooney · 12 August 2012, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mickey®

I don't like them too thick...that is why I can't use my Zulu's anymore...
These look thick?

No, they are thinner and very supple.

Mickey® · 12 August 2012, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

No, they are thinner and very supple.

Oh definitely can't have supple the wife says....

30 July 2012, 03:03 PM	#1
elam "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: California Posts: 6	NATO strap replacement procedure Hello everyone! I just bought a new Submariner 116610. I've seen pictures of the Sub with NATO straps and it is growing on me. I'd like to give that a try. I have 2 questions: 1) I found this video on how to remove the steel band: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIewnx5djEA Any recommendation on the right tool to get or just use any pin pusher? 2) When I purchase NATO straps, should I go for 18mm or 20mm widths? Thanks!

30 July 2012, 11:27 PM	#3
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,023	20 mm is the fitment. 18 mm is the Bond way. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

30 July 2012, 11:53 PM	#4
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,023	Oh BTW paperclip works fine. Edit: Oops , my bad. You got no lugholes Springbar tool with FF (Fine Forks) is what you'll need. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

31 July 2012, 12:08 AM	#5
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I have a bergeon tool for removing the bracelet, don't know the model number. 20mm strap and you'll be good to go! __________________

31 July 2012, 12:23 AM	#6
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	Bergeon 6111 __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

30 July 2012, 11:00 PM	#2
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	Most Rolex for guys are 20mm, and the Sub definitely is.

31 July 2012, 01:27 AM	#7
elam "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: California Posts: 6	Thanks all for your advice!

11 August 2012, 08:22 AM	#8
4vCoupe "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA Watch: GMT Master 16750 Posts: 795	Just put my NATO strap on my 16610. Not sure if I like it yet. What spring bars is everyone using? I bought some seiko fatbars but had a tough time routing the strap due to limited space between bar and case. I also have concerns about how good these spring bars are. Any input?

11 August 2012, 10:14 AM	#9
ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	Why wouldn't you use the springbars that were already on your Sub Date? Strap looks great! Try tucking the tail inward towards the rest of the strap for a tidier look. __________________ *侘寂 -- wabi-sabi --* acceptance of transience and imperfection by finding beauty in that which is imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete Commissioner of WEIRD POLICE , Badge # ecsub44

11 August 2012, 11:57 AM	#10
Shamus "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Arkansas Posts: 40	Finally got my Bond strap on Using a Bergeon 6767 and 6111...one in each hand, pushing inward at the same time. What do ya think?

11 August 2012, 12:51 PM	#11
cdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: PA Watch: SubLV, 1665 Rail Posts: 1,054	Looks great! Very comfortable

11 August 2012, 01:57 PM	#14
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	I hate NATO and ZULU straps. The best nylon straps are the old fashioned mil straps without all of the rings and hardware. Imagine a web belt made of nylon. Now shrink it to fit your watch.

11 August 2012, 02:59 PM	#17
Shamus "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Arkansas Posts: 40	By the way, I'm loving using this strap instead of the bracelet for the weekend. My anxiety level is down since I don't have to worry about scuffing the bracelet every 5 seconds. And I got some good compliments on how it looked tonight with the strap.

11 August 2012, 11:07 PM	#18
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	Let's keep talking straps!

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