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Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 07:31 AM

I’ll try to keep it brief ladies and gentlemen.

I’m blown away by this strap. It’s really changed the Black Bay game for several reasons.

First off the quality, fit and finish is superb. The integration and tolerances are perfect. It’s also the most comfortable way I’ve ever worn my black bay, and if you know me, you know I like to tinker with my watches. So I’ve worn my BB on multiple rubber straps, leather, NATO and OEM bracelet.

The OEM bracelet looks great, but I’m between links and could never get a truly comfortable fit. The strap versatility on the black bay has always been a huge positive. However, the case height is an issue for me. It wears well because of the flat case back, but the lug holes are in a terrible location for the appearance of traditional strap wear. Wearing a strap exposes a huge gap as well as the entire wall of the case, which is tall and frankly unsightly IMO.

This integrated Everest Band solves all those problems while looking amazing.

Any questions feel free to ask!

Enjoy the pics! Will follow up with wrist shots.

roger0770 · 14 February 2018, 07:33 AM

Thanks for sharing

SemperFi · 14 February 2018, 07:35 AM

Chadri, that strap looks pretty much perfect with your Black Bay.
Nicely done.

watchwatcher · 14 February 2018, 07:36 AM

Looks great.

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 07:37 AM

Polarbears · 14 February 2018, 07:38 AM

I think the Black Bay should come with these instead of the bracelet or leather. These are the best Black Bay Straps.

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SemperFi

Chadri, that strap looks pretty much perfect with your Black Bay.
Nicely done.

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Looks great.

Quote:

Originally Posted by roger0770

Thanks for sharing

Thank you friends! Angelo, Obviosuly Id highly recommend it! I know you’re a black bay man, I also know you like yourself a good rubber band

drm20 · 14 February 2018, 07:40 AM

That looks fantastic! I think I'm going to pick one up, thanks for sharing!

AfsheenSFC · 14 February 2018, 07:40 AM

Love it - looks perfect!

Inspires me to buy a strap for my BB

SemperFi · 14 February 2018, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

Thank you friends! Angelo, Obviosuly Id highly recommend it! I know you’re a black bay man, I also know you like yourself a good rubber band

I haven’t pulled the trigger yet on a rubber strap for my Black Bay because I’ve been saving for another watch. But I’ll get one soon. As you know, I have a RubberB on my explorer which I’m very pleased with and will probably get another for the BB. I only prefer it over the Everest strap because it’s just a little bit more tapered. Other than that, in my mind, they’re equal.
I have to say though, you nailed it with the Everest.

Pattyb69 · 14 February 2018, 07:57 AM

Looking good, Chad! I already have an Everest rubber strap waiting for my new Black Bay thats coming in a few days.

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 08:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SemperFi

I haven’t pulled the trigger yet on a rubber strap for my Black Bay because I’ve been saving for another watch. But I’ll get one soon. As you know, I have a RubberB on my explorer which I’m very pleased with and will probably get another for the BB. I only prefer it over the Everest strap because it’s just a little bit more tapered. Other than that, in my mind, they’re equal.
I have to say though, you nailed it with the Everest.

Can’t go wrong either way my friend! I’d be interested in checking out the rubber b for my BB as well, but I don’t have the clasp needed to wear it :(

Soooooo... what’s your next watch!?

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 08:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pattyb69

Looking good, Chad! I already have an Everest rubber strap waiting for my new Black Bay thats coming in a few days.

Looking forward to the pics bud!

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 08:25 AM

Winter mode!

sonin · 14 February 2018, 08:40 AM

Very nice!

KrismanX · 14 February 2018, 08:47 AM

Bruhhh... You just made me drive to my local AD to try one on. Your IG feed this morning was fantastically enabling. I agree with the case on my wrist sat a bit higher than I expected. The crown is a little larger than I expected as well, almost to a comedic level; but It looks more balanced with the black Everest. That combo is a drooler for sure...

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

ajn3323 · 14 February 2018, 09:26 AM

Thanks for the review. Had the chance to try a prototype at a GTG with Justin, one of the owners of Everest. Also I’ve had one on a Rolex Exp so I had been waiting for what seemed an eternity for the BB strap to finally come out. Looks great

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KrismanX

Bruhhh... You just made me drive to my local AD to try one on. Your IG feed this morning was fantastically enabling. I agree with the case on my wrist sat a bit higher than I expected. The crown is a little larger than I expected as well, almost to a comedic level; but It looks more balanced with the black Everest. That combo is a drooler for sure...

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Haha thanks bro. It is a fantastic watch anyway, but I never really found any one set up close to perfect.

This strap really ticks every box. It’s pretty awesome.

SemperFi · 14 February 2018, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chadridv

Can’t go wrong either way my friend! I’d be interested in checking out the rubber b for my BB as well, but I don’t have the clasp needed to wear it :(

Soooooo... what’s your next watch!?

I have an order in for a Nomos Tangente 38. I should have it in about a week.

https://www.nomos-store.com/en/Watch...teel-back.html

schoolboy · 14 February 2018, 09:31 AM

Looks really good

The 3rd shot is my fav!

Very well thought out.

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SemperFi

I have an order in for a Nomos Tangente 38. I should have it in about a week.

https://www.nomos-store.com/en/Watch...teel-back.html

Congratulations! That is a beautiful piece. Your second Nomos if I remember correctly right? You must really like the brand. Seems like a great value.

Danny83 · 14 February 2018, 10:27 AM

That looks good

faz · 14 February 2018, 10:27 AM

Looks great. Enjoy!

PLNYC · 14 February 2018, 10:29 AM

Wow looks amazing, Chadri! I had the same problem with my Black Bay and that’s why I sold it. I wish these straps were available before I sold it...

Dan Pierce · 14 February 2018, 10:31 AM

Well done, Chadri!

Looks amazing.

dP

Chadridv · 14 February 2018, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PLNYC

Wow looks amazing, Chadri! I had the same problem with my Black Bay and that’s why I sold it. I wish these straps were available before I sold it...

Damn! Sorry to hear Peter. As I said, this totally changed the game for me. I’ve always loved my B.B. but it was starting to lose some serious wrist time cause I had a hard time finding a solution that both looked great and fit like a glove.

I wear my BB mostly as a “beater” for lack of a better term. It’s my work watch. Which means I wear it liberally, but it also means it MUST be comfortable.

Hope you can get another. To me this is the number one way to wear it, and I’ll
Occasionally throw it on leather or bracelet for a bit of fun.

GerardoG · 14 February 2018, 10:36 AM

That looks VERY good!

SemperFi · 14 February 2018, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chadridv

Congratulations! That is a beautiful piece. Your second Nomos if I remember correctly right? You must really like the brand. Seems like a great value.

Yes, it’ll be my second Nomos. Paid $500 below MSRP, so great bang for the buck for a terrific watch. Needless to say I’m a big fan of the brand.
May go for a Stowa Flieger next.

opawlows · 14 February 2018, 10:43 AM

Stunning pictures! May have to pick one of these up after seeing how great it fits.

xwalker4 · 14 February 2018, 11:01 AM

Yeah, that's a fantastic look! Thanks for sharing.

14 February 2018, 07:31 AM	#1
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	Everest for Tudor Black Bay - Pics and Mini-review I’ll try to keep it brief ladies and gentlemen. I’m blown away by this strap. It’s really changed the Black Bay game for several reasons. First off the quality, fit and finish is superb. The integration and tolerances are perfect. It’s also the most comfortable way I’ve ever worn my black bay, and if you know me, you know I like to tinker with my watches. So I’ve worn my BB on multiple rubber straps, leather, NATO and OEM bracelet. The OEM bracelet looks great, but I’m between links and could never get a truly comfortable fit. The strap versatility on the black bay has always been a huge positive. However, the case height is an issue for me. It wears well because of the flat case back, but the lug holes are in a terrible location for the appearance of traditional strap wear. Wearing a strap exposes a huge gap as well as the entire wall of the case, which is tall and frankly unsightly IMO. This integrated Everest Band solves all those problems while looking amazing. Any questions feel free to ask! Enjoy the pics! Will follow up with wrist shots. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

14 February 2018, 07:35 AM	#3
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Chadri, that strap looks pretty much perfect with your Black Bay. Nicely done. __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

14 February 2018, 07:37 AM	#5
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14 February 2018, 08:25 AM	#14
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	Winter mode! __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

14 February 2018, 08:47 AM	#16
KrismanX "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Kristofer Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: my feet. Posts: 2,364	Everest for Tudor Black Bay - Pics and Mini-review Bruhhh... You just made me drive to my local AD to try one on. Your IG feed this morning was fantastically enabling. I agree with the case on my wrist sat a bit higher than I expected. The crown is a little larger than I expected as well, almost to a comedic level; but It looks more balanced with the black Everest. That combo is a drooler for sure... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ No sticker left behind. "Better three hours too soon, than a minute too late." "All we have to do is decide what to do with the time that is given to us." ref. 116520 Daytona - 10/2014

14 February 2018, 07:33 AM	#2
roger0770 Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: On Earth Watch: A Few Posts: 1,510	Thanks for sharing

14 February 2018, 07:36 AM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,011	Looks great.

14 February 2018, 07:38 AM	#6
Polarbears Banned Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: MJ Location: NYPA Watch: 16570 Posts: 957	I think the Black Bay should come with these instead of the bracelet or leather. These are the best Black Bay Straps.

14 February 2018, 07:40 AM	#8
drm20 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Dave Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: Just one more Posts: 1,062	That looks fantastic! I think I'm going to pick one up, thanks for sharing!

14 February 2018, 07:40 AM	#9
AfsheenSFC "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Afsheen Location: Bay Area & LA Watch: Black Bay Black Posts: 41	Love it - looks perfect! Inspires me to buy a strap for my BB

14 February 2018, 07:57 AM	#11
Pattyb69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: CT Watch: BLNR\|LVC\|PAM 911 Posts: 1,085	Looking good, Chad! I already have an Everest rubber strap waiting for my new Black Bay thats coming in a few days.

14 February 2018, 08:40 AM	#15
sonin "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: FL Posts: 133	Very nice!

14 February 2018, 09:26 AM	#17
ajn3323 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Southeast USA Posts: 158	Thanks for the review. Had the chance to try a prototype at a GTG with Justin, one of the owners of Everest. Also I’ve had one on a Rolex Exp so I had been waiting for what seemed an eternity for the BB strap to finally come out. Looks great Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 February 2018, 09:31 AM	#20
schoolboy Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Jesus Location: Texas Watch: 116234 Posts: 8,721	Looks really good The 3rd shot is my fav! Very well thought out.

14 February 2018, 10:27 AM	#22
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,307	That looks good

14 February 2018, 10:27 AM	#23
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: California Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,689	Looks great. Enjoy! __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

14 February 2018, 10:29 AM	#24
PLNYC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mars Posts: 1,683	Wow looks amazing, Chadri! I had the same problem with my Black Bay and that’s why I sold it. I wish these straps were available before I sold it... __________________

14 February 2018, 10:31 AM	#25
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,191	Well done, Chadri! Looks amazing. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

14 February 2018, 10:36 AM	#27
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	That looks VERY good!

14 February 2018, 10:43 AM	#29
opawlows "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Earth Watch: Rolex/Tudor/PAM Posts: 1,263	Stunning pictures! May have to pick one of these up after seeing how great it fits.

14 February 2018, 11:01 AM	#30
xwalker4 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Ron Location: Punxsutawney Watch: 114060/116500LN/PA Posts: 345	Yeah, that's a fantastic look! Thanks for sharing.

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