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HKS724 · 22 November 2017, 12:12 PM

Hi All,

I've been looking for a leather/alligator strap for my 16014 and wanted to tap folks here on their favorite makers. I'm considering the below. Thanks a lot!

Hirsch
Hodinkee
Jean Rousseau

ennenkuolemaa · 23 November 2017, 04:58 AM

In Europe Rolex offers for this model a calfskin or lizard strap in black or brown with rolex steel buckle to replace a broken or worn bracelet. I am not sure what is the custom in USA though.

2nastie · 25 November 2017, 04:28 AM

I recommend Bulang & Sons. They do source the same from JPM (as does Hodinkee) but I do find the quality and fit a lot better (perhaps the customization Benhard at Bulang does with JPM).

brad935 · 27 November 2017, 03:29 AM

Out of curiosity. Is there a photo thread showing the combinations people have used on here?

Richard Carver · 29 November 2017, 02:05 AM

Seems like most straps these days all have a rough out finish with contrasting thread near the lugs. Getting a bit boring eh? :) There are literally thousands of variations available, try to find the strap that looks good on your watch. Try to build a variety of straps that can be used with all your watches.

You can get a beautiful strap for 20 bucks or 300. The Buffalo leather strap on the 16030 with Roman dial was a 20 dollar strap about 15 years ago. The black Croc on the TOG was 160 a similar number of years ago. You can get many years out of leather, just avoid sweating like a pig while wearing them. :)

lloydlim996 · 2 March 2018, 03:21 AM

OP, if you're still interested, check out MARTU Straps.

HKS724 · 3 April 2018, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lloydlim996

OP, if you're still interested, check out MARTU Straps.

Thanks! I actually purchased a DeBeers Alligator, quite happy with it! Will post a photo once I switch back into the strap.

HKS724 · 6 April 2018, 12:05 AM

As promised, thought I'd share the DeBeers Alligator. In my opinion, money very well spent! I couldn't bring myself to spend to the tune of 240 EUR on a Jean Rousseau and glad I didn't. The craftsmanship, stitching, and quality of materials are very good on this strap.

s2h904 · 16 April 2018, 07:14 AM

I have a 7 1/4 inch wrist-are all the leather straps the same size in length?

Thanks-Scott

s2h904 · 22 April 2018, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s2h904

I have a 7 1/4 inch wrist-are all the leather straps the same size in length?

Thanks-Scott

Ordered a black alligator for a two tone Datejust and it fits perfectly!!! Just in case anyone needs a wrist size reference.

Torque Time · 22 April 2018, 06:54 AM

My avatar is my daily wear 1601 w a black alligator strap. Only advise I’d give is probably going to be viewed as sacrilegious by purists...but don’t buy the expensive straps for summer wear. They typically are lined w very supple softer leather that does not endure sweat. I have ruined 2 very expensive straps in 2 summers. If you must have a top quality strap, save it for cooler months and buy an alligator pattern leather strap for the summer months. Only you will know the difference.

Just my .02.

MinMay · 24 April 2018, 04:50 AM

I love leather strap :)

fiendfx · 4 May 2018, 10:10 AM

Anyone has a pic with a DJ41, fluted bezel on black leather?

chessers · 8 May 2018, 10:56 AM

Am looking at an Everest for my Datejust. They look great.

Dr. Robert · 11 May 2018, 12:35 AM

I get a black Java lizard strap made by Rolex for my yg datejust

22 November 2017, 12:12 PM	#1
HKS724 Banned Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Boston Posts: 149	Leather Strap for Datejust Hi All, I've been looking for a leather/alligator strap for my 16014 and wanted to tap folks here on their favorite makers. I'm considering the below. Thanks a lot! Hirsch Hodinkee Jean Rousseau

24 April 2018, 04:50 AM	#12
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	I love leather strap :) Attached Images

11 May 2018, 12:35 AM	#15
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,248	I get a black Java lizard strap made by Rolex for my yg datejust __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

23 November 2017, 04:58 AM	#2
ennenkuolemaa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 13	In Europe Rolex offers for this model a calfskin or lizard strap in black or brown with rolex steel buckle to replace a broken or worn bracelet. I am not sure what is the custom in USA though.

25 November 2017, 04:28 AM	#3
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	I recommend Bulang & Sons. They do source the same from JPM (as does Hodinkee) but I do find the quality and fit a lot better (perhaps the customization Benhard at Bulang does with JPM).

27 November 2017, 03:29 AM	#4
brad935 Banned Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 220	Out of curiosity. Is there a photo thread showing the combinations people have used on here?

29 November 2017, 02:05 AM	#5
Richard Carver "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 2,237	Seems like most straps these days all have a rough out finish with contrasting thread near the lugs. Getting a bit boring eh? :) There are literally thousands of variations available, try to find the strap that looks good on your watch. Try to build a variety of straps that can be used with all your watches. You can get a beautiful strap for 20 bucks or 300. The Buffalo leather strap on the 16030 with Roman dial was a 20 dollar strap about 15 years ago. The black Croc on the TOG was 160 a similar number of years ago. You can get many years out of leather, just avoid sweating like a pig while wearing them. :)

2 March 2018, 03:21 AM	#6
lloydlim996 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Canada Posts: 41	OP, if you're still interested, check out MARTU Straps.

6 April 2018, 12:05 AM	#8
HKS724 Banned Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Boston Posts: 149	As promised, thought I'd share the DeBeers Alligator. In my opinion, money very well spent! I couldn't bring myself to spend to the tune of 240 EUR on a Jean Rousseau and glad I didn't. The craftsmanship, stitching, and quality of materials are very good on this strap.

16 April 2018, 07:14 AM	#9
s2h904 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Scott Location: Florida Watch: Datejust/YM Posts: 436	I have a 7 1/4 inch wrist-are all the leather straps the same size in length? Thanks-Scott

22 April 2018, 06:54 AM	#11
Torque Time "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Archie Location: Washington, DC Watch: TT DJ 1601 Posts: 359	My avatar is my daily wear 1601 w a black alligator strap. Only advise I’d give is probably going to be viewed as sacrilegious by purists...but don’t buy the expensive straps for summer wear. They typically are lined w very supple softer leather that does not endure sweat. I have ruined 2 very expensive straps in 2 summers. If you must have a top quality strap, save it for cooler months and buy an alligator pattern leather strap for the summer months. Only you will know the difference. Just my .02.

4 May 2018, 10:10 AM	#13
fiendfx "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: california Posts: 132	Anyone has a pic with a DJ41, fluted bezel on black leather?

8 May 2018, 10:56 AM	#14
chessers "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Andrew Location: Boston, MA Watch: BLNR, PP 5227G Posts: 64	Am looking at an Everest for my Datejust. They look great.

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