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SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 10:34 AM

I just received a RubberB strap for my Black Bay today and as much as I love the one on my Explorer, this one is even better looking. Here’s a photo and then I’ll explain the difference. By the way, what might appear to be a gap on the six o’clock side really is not. It’s just a shadow from the photo. The fit is perfect on both sides.
Now for the comparison which will be short and sweet. The second photo is the Explorer and the third is the Black Bay. Enlarge each photo and you will notice the difference.
The Explorer RubberB has a matte finish with a bit of a glossy look while the Black Bay RubberB has a metallic look to it, much like the paint on your car which I feel is an improvement. Honestly, I think it looks terrific. The fit and comfort factor on both are equal.
There’s been much debate on various threads comparing Everest straps to RubberB. Having never owned an Everest I can’t compare the two. I’m sure that quality wise they are probably equal. What swayed me to RubberB initially was simple aesthetics. I liked its tapered looks better. With my purchase of the RubberB for the Black Bay, that feeling has only been reinforced.
For anyone straddling the fence about the purchase of this strap, I hope this comparison helps.

JParm · 18 April 2018, 10:53 AM

Thanks for this! Been thinking about getting a rubberB for my eta BBN for awhile now. Any chance you could take a few more shots, possibly from further away?

SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by [email protected]

Thanks for this! Been thinking about getting a rubberB for my eta BBN for awhile now. Any chance you could take a few more shots, possibly from further away?

Here you go:

bdex75 · 18 April 2018, 11:42 AM

Looks great Angelo!! Have been thinking about rubber for my BB’s. Do they have a blue one or a red one? Thinking it would look great on the GMT.

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SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by bdex75

Looks great Angelo!! Have been thinking about rubber for my BB’s. Do they have a blue one or a red one? Thinking it would look great on the GMT.

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Thanks Brandon.
The straps are all black with colored stripes on the sides. They do come in blue and red.
Check them out here:

https://rubberb.com/en/tudor-watch-band

JParm · 18 April 2018, 12:12 PM

yup, sold. Love it and will definitely purchase one. Thanks for the additional shots!

SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by [email protected]

yup, sold. Love it and will definitely purchase one. Thanks for the additional shots!

You’re quite welcome.

stryder011 · 18 April 2018, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

Here you go:

Can we please get a shot of the clasp. Website says they dont come with the clasp.

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SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by stryder011

Can we please get a shot of the clasp. Website says they dont come with the clasp.

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Correct and I apologize for neglecting to mention that. I bought an 18mm buckle on eBay.

Uncle00Jesse · 18 April 2018, 12:43 PM

What’s the longevity on a rubber b? I have a BBN on leather and I know the strap and nato’s days are numbered. Would it ideally last a decade or is that a pipe dream?

SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Uncle00Jesse

What’s the longevity on a rubber b? I have a BBN on leather and I know the strap and nato’s days are numbered. Would it ideally last a decade or is that a pipe dream?

I can’t really say. I’ve had one on my Explorer for a few years and it shows virtually no sign of wear yet.

Uncle00Jesse · 18 April 2018, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

I can’t really say. I’ve had one on my Explorer for a few years and it shows virtually no sign of wear yet.

Thanks, yeah I could see it lasting a long time. I may just bite the bullet tomorrow and grab one in the diamond district. One of the shops is a rubber b retailer. I think I’m going to go for the cream accent as opposed to all black.

SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Uncle00Jesse

Thanks, yeah I could see it lasting a long time. I may just bite the bullet tomorrow and grab one in the diamond district. One of the shops is a rubber b retailer. I think I’m going to go for the cream accent as opposed to all black.

I almost went for that one too but decided that it wouldn’t hold up as well as the single piece all black version. The color straps apparently are two pieces of rubber fused together.

Benjo74 · 18 April 2018, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by stryder011

Can we please get a shot of the clasp. Website says they dont come with the clasp.

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I’ve got one on my BBN ETA and I love it too.

If you have the Tudor leather strap for your BB then its deployant buckle fits perfectly on the RubberB. I’m wearing my GMT today otherwise I’d post a photo. It works really well with the Tudor deployant. I will try to remember to take a pic later.

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jaySL350 · 18 April 2018, 08:28 PM

Looking great Angelo,,,
nice one,,,,

stryder011 · 18 April 2018, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

Correct and I apologize for neglecting to mention that. I bought an 18mm buckle on eBay.

Thank you for confirming.

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stryder011 · 18 April 2018, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Benjo74

I’ve got one on my BBN ETA and I love it too.

If you have the Tudor leather strap for your BB then its deployant buckle fits perfectly on the RubberB. I’m wearing my GMT today otherwise I’d post a photo. It works really well with the Tudor deployant. I will try to remember to take a pic later.

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Oh..I wish I had known this before getting the Everest strap. Don't get me wrong, the Everest strap is real hi quality stuff.. everything seems good about it. Except the curved look, I would have preferred the tapered look as well.

This is what it looks like on my bb

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samson66 · 18 April 2018, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

I just received a RubberB strap for my Black Bay today and as much as I love the one on my Explorer, this one is even better looking. Here’s a photo and then I’ll explain the difference. By the way, what might appear to be a gap on the six o’clock side really is not. It’s just a shadow from the photo. The fit is perfect on both sides.
Now for the comparison which will be short and sweet. The second photo is the Explorer and the third is the Black Bay. Enlarge each photo and you will notice the difference.
The Explorer RubberB has a matte finish with a bit of a glossy look while the Black Bay RubberB has a metallic look to it, much like the paint on your car which I feel is an improvement. Honestly, I think it looks terrific. The fit and comfort factor on both are equal.
There’s been much debate on various threads comparing Everest straps to RubberB. Having never owned an Everest I can’t compare the two. I’m sure that quality wise they are probably equal. What swayed me to RubberB initially was simple aesthetics. I liked its tapered looks better. With my purchase of the RubberB for the Black Bay, that feeling has only been reinforced.
For anyone straddling the fence about the purchase of this strap, I hope this comparison helps.

Looks great! Do they make the same one in a deep blue to match my BB blue by any chance?

SemperFi · 18 April 2018, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by samson66

Looks great! Do they make the same one in a deep blue to match my BB blue by any chance?

All of the BB straps are black but you can get them with colored stripes on the side.

https://rubberb.com/en/tudor-watch-band

samson66 · 19 April 2018, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

All of the BB straps are black but you can get them with colored stripes on the side.

https://rubberb.com/en/tudor-watch-band

Interesting. Thanks!

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antbkny · 19 April 2018, 01:09 AM

looks great Angelo!

dysondiver · 19 April 2018, 01:15 AM

very robust look , very nice.

rogue828 · 19 April 2018, 01:35 AM

I thinking of getting the black w/blue stripe for my blnr. Summer wear, no scratches on the batman band(till later)but its a daily wearer.

JW1988 · 19 April 2018, 03:17 AM

I found a rubber version for my GMT on ebay for $40 and it is as good of quality as rubber B and the everest straps.

maximilianmuller · 20 April 2018, 04:12 AM

Riiiight.... (where's the face palm emoji? )

SemperFi · 20 April 2018, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by JW1988

I found a rubber version for my GMT on ebay for $40 and it is as good of quality as rubber B and the everest straps.

Just curious if you have owned a RubberB or Everest to make the comparison.

liuk3 · 20 April 2018, 04:54 AM

Appreciate the feedback and pics on the band on the Tudor BBN Rose. Great look! Stop making me spend my money!!!

drm20 · 20 April 2018, 05:07 AM

Love the rubber on the bb, so nice. Thanks for sharing!

Yuri.Popov · 20 April 2018, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by semperfi

just curious if you have owned a rubberb or everest to make the comparison.

SemperFi · 20 April 2018, 05:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by liuk3

Appreciate the feedback and pics on the band on the Tudor BBN Rose. Great look! Stop making me spend my money!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by drm20

Love the rubber on the bb, so nice. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks guys.
I was contemplating getting the OEM Deployant Clasp which I’m sure would look even better but the strap was expensive enough. I haven’t given up on the idea, just not right now.

18 April 2018, 10:34 AM	#1
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Two RubberB’s...A Comparison I just received a RubberB strap for my Black Bay today and as much as I love the one on my Explorer, this one is even better looking. Here’s a photo and then I’ll explain the difference. By the way, what might appear to be a gap on the six o’clock side really is not. It’s just a shadow from the photo. The fit is perfect on both sides. Now for the comparison which will be short and sweet. The second photo is the Explorer and the third is the Black Bay. Enlarge each photo and you will notice the difference. The Explorer RubberB has a matte finish with a bit of a glossy look while the Black Bay RubberB has a metallic look to it, much like the paint on your car which I feel is an improvement. Honestly, I think it looks terrific. The fit and comfort factor on both are equal. There’s been much debate on various threads comparing Everest straps to RubberB. Having never owned an Everest I can’t compare the two. I’m sure that quality wise they are probably equal. What swayed me to RubberB initially was simple aesthetics. I liked its tapered looks better. With my purchase of the RubberB for the Black Bay, that feeling has only been reinforced. For anyone straddling the fence about the purchase of this strap, I hope this comparison helps. Attached Images __________________ 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 *

18 April 2018, 10:53 AM	#2
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,568	Thanks for this! Been thinking about getting a rubberB for my eta BBN for awhile now. Any chance you could take a few more shots, possibly from further away? __________________

18 April 2018, 11:42 AM	#4
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	Two RubberB’s...A Comparison Looks great Angelo!! Have been thinking about rubber for my BB’s. Do they have a blue one or a red one? Thinking it would look great on the GMT. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

18 April 2018, 12:12 PM	#6
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,568	yup, sold. Love it and will definitely purchase one. Thanks for the additional shots! __________________

20 April 2018, 04:54 AM	#27
liuk3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,354	Appreciate the feedback and pics on the band on the Tudor BBN Rose. Great look! Stop making me spend my money!!! __________________ "Appreciate your life!"

18 April 2018, 12:43 PM	#10
Uncle00Jesse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: USA Posts: 222	What’s the longevity on a rubber b? I have a BBN on leather and I know the strap and nato’s days are numbered. Would it ideally last a decade or is that a pipe dream?

18 April 2018, 08:28 PM	#15
jaySL350 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: jay Location: North London Watch: BBG,Hulk,16013,DJB Posts: 3,278	Looking great Angelo,,, nice one,,,,

19 April 2018, 01:09 AM	#21
antbkny "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Dblue Posts: 6,723	looks great Angelo!

19 April 2018, 01:15 AM	#22
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	very robust look , very nice.

19 April 2018, 01:35 AM	#23
rogue828 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Asheville Watch: BLNR Posts: 108	I thinking of getting the black w/blue stripe for my blnr. Summer wear, no scratches on the batman band(till later)but its a daily wearer.

19 April 2018, 03:17 AM	#24
JW1988 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: USA Watch: Sub-date Posts: 196	I found a rubber version for my GMT on ebay for $40 and it is as good of quality as rubber B and the everest straps.

20 April 2018, 04:12 AM	#25
maximilianmuller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Maximilian Location: Frankfurt, Ger Watch: 116610LV/TBB Posts: 279	Riiiight.... (where's the face palm emoji? )

20 April 2018, 05:07 AM	#28
drm20 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Dave Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: Just one more Posts: 1,062	Love the rubber on the bb, so nice. Thanks for sharing!

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