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outtatime · 30 October 2018, 04:27 AM

I finally was able to source a bracelet for my 15703 Diver last week. Wanted to get one so I could consider this more of a year-round piece than just warmer weather. While I like it, I'm not sure I "love" it. Call me crazy, but I think the bracelet on the 15400 is just a little "nicer". Maybe it's how crazy the angles/cuts are on that to the more rounded finish on this one. Also, even though the normal Royal Oak also has a SS bezel, this without the black strap now seems a bit too much steel.

Dunno. Anybody else have second thoughts about the Diver on a bracelet?

GB-man · 30 October 2018, 04:33 AM

I agree with your sentiments but it is always good to have options.

eal15 · 30 October 2018, 04:37 AM

I absolutely did. I loved the bracelet. I do believe I like the RO bracelet abbot more and it’s way more usable. The ROO bracelet although different looks good as well. But for me it was way too heavy. After less than two months I took a bath on it and moved it on. My dive now sits on the black survivor strap or gray QEII strap. They both make it look fantastic. I’m looking at the 42mm ROO in titanium and I’d like a titanium bracelet for that. It’s half the weight of the ss bracelet.

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Rebel · 30 October 2018, 04:39 AM

Yes, options are the way to go.

My Tudor Submariner is on a bracelet MUCH more often that not. However, I have that option with the NATOs in the jewelry box....options.

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5Zigen · 30 October 2018, 05:12 AM

I had a bracelet for my 26470 as I wanted to have options. I quite liked it as it gave the piece a completely different look and feel. Good for some of the summer months instead of using the hornback alligator strap

s14roller · 30 October 2018, 05:27 AM

For me, ROO on strap, RO/ROC on bracelet.

leisen · 30 October 2018, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by s14roller

For me, ROO on strap, RO/ROC on bracelet.

I agree with you, Sir.

Burlington · 30 October 2018, 06:36 AM

This is my concern too with the bracelet.

I think they look hands down amazing in photos, but know exactly what you mean by too much steel.

I had planned on adding one soon after acquiring my 15710, but find the rubber just so practical and comfy whatever the weather or activity. It also helps the watch go unnoticed too, as most people do not associate a nice watch with a rubber strap.

SMD · 30 October 2018, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by outtatime

I finally was able to source a bracelet for my 15703 Diver last week. Wanted to get one so I could consider this more of a year-round piece than just warmer weather. While I like it, I'm not sure I "love" it. Call me crazy, but I think the bracelet on the 15400 is just a little "nicer". Maybe it's how crazy the angles/cuts are on that to the more rounded finish on this one. Also, even though the normal Royal Oak also has a SS bezel, this without the black strap now seems a bit too much steel.

Dunno. Anybody else have second thoughts about the Diver on a bracelet?

Purchased the bracelet for my diver and never ended up putting it on and ended up selling it still in the plastic. Rubber is best IMO.

R!$ · 30 October 2018, 07:13 AM

I prefer bracelet

V25V · 30 October 2018, 07:34 AM

Personally, I feel only the rubber strap works on a diver.

Phrank · 30 October 2018, 07:42 AM

Glad you posted this, I was looking at two AP's, the automatic and the diver. The automatic simply for the fact that is has a bracelet.

I think it looks great, and it's good to know you can do this.

Trailboss516 · 30 October 2018, 10:07 AM

I like it with a full bracelet!

HK Islandboy · 30 October 2018, 07:02 PM

I think it looks good.

I’m a huge fan of the ROO bracelet

1William · 30 October 2018, 09:15 PM

I like the bracelet as an option. Wear it and see if you get to like it.

AK797 · 30 October 2018, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s14roller

For me, ROO on strap, RO/ROC on bracelet.

I feel the same. The RO bracelet is sleek and refined. And the ROO rubber straps and GP straps are the best I have come across.

30 October 2018, 04:27 AM	#1
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	Got a bracelet for my Diver. Not sure I'm loving it I finally was able to source a bracelet for my 15703 Diver last week. Wanted to get one so I could consider this more of a year-round piece than just warmer weather. While I like it, I'm not sure I "love" it. Call me crazy, but I think the bracelet on the 15400 is just a little "nicer". Maybe it's how crazy the angles/cuts are on that to the more rounded finish on this one. Also, even though the normal Royal Oak also has a SS bezel, this without the black strap now seems a bit too much steel. Dunno. Anybody else have second thoughts about the Diver on a bracelet? __________________ The above represents my opinion. I may be wrong, but that's how I feel. Scratches ≠ "Character"

30 October 2018, 04:33 AM	#2
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I agree with your sentiments but it is always good to have options. __________________

30 October 2018, 04:39 AM	#4
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,257	Yes, options are the way to go. My Tudor Submariner is on a bracelet MUCH more often that not. However, I have that option with the NATOs in the jewelry box....options. . __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

30 October 2018, 06:36 AM	#8
Burlington "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Europe Posts: 5,643	This is my concern too with the bracelet. I think they look hands down amazing in photos, but know exactly what you mean by too much steel. I had planned on adding one soon after acquiring my 15710, but find the rubber just so practical and comfy whatever the weather or activity. It also helps the watch go unnoticed too, as most people do not associate a nice watch with a rubber strap. __________________ “My tastes are simple; I am easily satisfied with the best.” ― Winston S. Churchill

30 October 2018, 04:37 AM	#3
eal15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Everett Location: GTA, Canada Watch: Audemars Piguet 15 Posts: 789	I absolutely did. I loved the bracelet. I do believe I like the RO bracelet abbot more and it’s way more usable. The ROO bracelet although different looks good as well. But for me it was way too heavy. After less than two months I took a bath on it and moved it on. My dive now sits on the black survivor strap or gray QEII strap. They both make it look fantastic. I’m looking at the 42mm ROO in titanium and I’d like a titanium bracelet for that. It’s half the weight of the ss bracelet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

30 October 2018, 05:12 AM	#5
5Zigen 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Watch: PP, AP, Rolex Posts: 750	I had a bracelet for my 26470 as I wanted to have options. I quite liked it as it gave the piece a completely different look and feel. Good for some of the summer months instead of using the hornback alligator strap

30 October 2018, 05:27 AM	#6
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	For me, ROO on strap, RO/ROC on bracelet.

30 October 2018, 07:13 AM	#10
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	I prefer bracelet

30 October 2018, 07:34 AM	#11
V25V 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 4,406	Personally, I feel only the rubber strap works on a diver.

30 October 2018, 07:42 AM	#12
Phrank 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Toronto Watch: ♕ Posts: 2,125	Glad you posted this, I was looking at two AP's, the automatic and the diver. The automatic simply for the fact that is has a bracelet. I think it looks great, and it's good to know you can do this.

30 October 2018, 10:07 AM	#13
Trailboss516 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: In denial Watch: It's complicated Posts: 1,620	I like it with a full bracelet!

30 October 2018, 07:02 PM	#14
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	I think it looks good. I’m a huge fan of the ROO bracelet

30 October 2018, 09:15 PM	#15
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,794	I like the bracelet as an option. Wear it and see if you get to like it.

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