Perlon strap for the OP39 114300

[El Cascarrabias]

Hadn't seen a picture of one, yet, so I decided to take the plunge.






I like the look.

What I learned:
- For me removing spring bars was tedious, requiring a steady hand and good eyes (i.e. magnification).
- The perlon strap is really thin. This one came from Wrist and Style.
- Perlon straps are comfortable, as comfortable as the Rolex bracelet but not near as easy to slip on. I've used watches with buckles without problems but for some reason the buckle on this perlon was frustrating to work.

Bottom line?

I liked the look of the perlon and I still like the idea of changing colors for variety. I understand the attraction and why some really go for them. However, for me, I like being able to just slip my watch on without the hassle of that aggravating buckle.

So, back to the original bracelet for me.

OK, I'm lazy!

[HogwldFLTR]

I only really like straps with deployant clasps. Reduces all the risk of dropping the watch while buckling. It does look good however from a color perspective. I don't like the general weave of the Perlons too much.

[mondo74]

That actually looks great!

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[mjclark32]

Looks great, congrats on the pick up!

[Duke84]

Looks great!

[willski]

This looks great in my eyes.

Really brought this reference to my attention.


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[DCgator]

Great fun look with Perlon strap!

[Aerotol786]

Desperately trying to find the tweezer like tool used to remove the bracelet. Can you share where you got this from. Many thanks in advance.

Originally Posted by El Cascarrabias

Hadn't seen a picture of one, yet, so I decided to take the plunge.






I like the look.

What I learned:
- For me removing spring bars was tedious, requiring a steady hand and good eyes (i.e. magnification).
- The perlon strap is really thin. This one came from Wrist and Style.
- Perlon straps are comfortable, as comfortable as the Rolex bracelet but not near as easy to slip on. I've used watches with buckles without problems but for some reason the buckle on this perlon was frustrating to work.

Bottom line?

I liked the look of the perlon and I still like the idea of changing colors for variety. I understand the attraction and why some really go for them. However, for me, I like being able to just slip my watch on without the hassle of that aggravating buckle.

So, back to the original bracelet for me.

OK, I'm lazy!

[joe100]

I have such a love/hate relationship with Perlon straps. They look awesome in photos but the clasps are so flimsy.

[And1dre]

Looks awesome!

[El Cascarrabias]

Originally Posted by joe100

I have such a love/hate relationship with Perlon straps. They look awesome in photos but the clasps are so flimsy.

Same here.

Originally Posted by zeitboss

Desperately trying to find the tweezer like tool used to remove the bracelet. Can you share where you got this from. Many thanks in advance.

Got it from a cooperative AD. I think he had second thoughts after it came in. Let me know it was NO PROBLEM if I decided not to buy it.

. . . and he was not the AD I bought my two Rolex watches from.

[Memphis]

i remember this

http://www.christopherwardforum.com/...p?f=53&t=34851

great idea if you can find a similar deployant clasp

[cop414]

Great looking strap, that color with the dial are fantastic!

[Bluside]

Originally Posted by El Cascarrabias

However, for me, I like being able to just slip my watch on without the hassle of that aggravating buckle.

[El Cascarrabias]

Originally Posted by Memphis

i remember this

http://www.christopherwardforum.com/...p?f=53&t=34851

great idea if you can find a similar deployant clasp

Well, that's just cool!

[77T]

Can you show us that pesky buckle?
Was it the material that made closure more difficult?


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[Gregc57]

That looks delicious! Love it!

[El Cascarrabias]

Originally Posted by 77T

Can you show us that pesky buckle?
Was it the material that made closure more difficult?

Sorry for the delay.

Here ya go!



Mostly it's difficult to pass under the second bar. Hard lift the bar up enough to pass the strap through. Especially while you're trying to balance it on your wrist and working with only one hand. Material's not a problem.

It's possible other manufacturers may be different. This one is 20 mm in dark gray from Wrist and Style. Got it through Amazon for $14.95.

Buckle's so much easier.

The OP39DR made the Easter rotation today. Really enjoy the way it looks and feels on the wrist.

[fskywalker]

Don't like the look on your watch, but not my cup of tea!

[cdbeaver66]

That works, it looks great

[Love]

I really like this!

[motoikkyu]

The Perlon straps are a great fit because you can decide where the strap buckles without having to stay within the confines of pre-drilled holes. This promotes good blood circulation, as well as mental clarity.

[El Cascarrabias]

Originally Posted by motoikkyu

. . . as well as mental clarity.

. . . and don't forget it'll improve your posture!

[Abdullasaif]

Looks really good

[kornface13]

Old thread revival time!! This really looks fantastic! I have a white dial OP39 with multiple grey straps. I'm not sure what color perlon would look good with it.

[Spence4]

+1 for deployant clasps and straps but is it possible to put deployant on a fabric strap? Seems like you are limited to leather and rubber.

[jimcameron]

Do you wear sneakers with a Tux?

[Shakini]

Mate, I think that looks awesome.

[Skyfire]

Originally Posted by kornface13

Old thread revival time!! This really looks fantastic! I have a white dial OP39 with multiple grey straps. I'm not sure what color perlon would look good with it.

I always wonder why people would want to make their €5000 watch look cheap with a perlon or nato strap. And in case you didn't know, perlon ruins your caseback