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charl45 · 31 August 2019, 05:57 PM

Hi all,

So I’ve got a Submariner bluesy. I work in telecoms and climb towers, handle steelwork etc on a daily basis.

The ceramic bezel and glass is basically bullet proof however, I’m always taking extra care with the bracelet.

Is it possible to get my AD to install a Oysterflex band to the watch? I don’t particularly like the look of it but I wear the watch daily and it makes more sense for me than potentially destroying a perfect bracelet.

If it is possible, what is a ballpark figure on these bands?

Thanks in advance. :)

rambo99 · 31 August 2019, 06:51 PM

no, rolex wont change to another type of bracelet /strap for you. but certainly you can buy a third party strap and change it yourself.

Hendrikus · 31 August 2019, 06:59 PM

For the Bluesy, and given the durability that you will need, I would recommend this strap:

https://www.vulcanwatchstraps.com/our-straps#

People will understandably suggest Rubber-B, but they are best when worn with the clasp - which is not really what you want to be doing. You may as well keep the clasp and the bracelet in good condition, to be switched over when not working.

watchmaker · 31 August 2019, 10:22 PM

You have things back to front. If you hit your watch against some metal while at work it is the bracelet that is most likely to survive (albeit with scratches).

The sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel are most definitely not bullet proof. A moderately hard knock against metal could easily cause them to crack/shatter.

My professional advice option one: wear the watch and just avoid carelessly hitting it against a metal tower. Deal with repairs/replacing damaged parts if/when it happens. Insurance is good for this!

Option two: buy a g shock for work.

31 August 2019, 05:57 PM	#1
charl45 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: United States Posts: 2	Oysterflex bands Hi all, So I’ve got a Submariner bluesy. I work in telecoms and climb towers, handle steelwork etc on a daily basis. The ceramic bezel and glass is basically bullet proof however, I’m always taking extra care with the bracelet. Is it possible to get my AD to install a Oysterflex band to the watch? I don’t particularly like the look of it but I wear the watch daily and it makes more sense for me than potentially destroying a perfect bracelet. If it is possible, what is a ballpark figure on these bands? Thanks in advance. :)

31 August 2019, 06:59 PM	#3
Hendrikus 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Norfolk, UK Watch: All of them... Posts: 815	For the Bluesy, and given the durability that you will need, I would recommend this strap: https://www.vulcanwatchstraps.com/our-straps# People will understandably suggest Rubber-B, but they are best when worn with the clasp - which is not really what you want to be doing. You may as well keep the clasp and the bracelet in good condition, to be switched over when not working. __________________ A collector of Rolex, Patek, Vacheron, JLC and Cartier

31 August 2019, 06:51 PM	#2
rambo99 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Tokyo Watch: SD43,PAM1616,Hulk Posts: 3,567	no, rolex wont change to another type of bracelet /strap for you. but certainly you can buy a third party strap and change it yourself.

31 August 2019, 10:22 PM	#4
watchmaker TechXpert Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: London Posts: 2,242	You have things back to front. If you hit your watch against some metal while at work it is the bracelet that is most likely to survive (albeit with scratches). The sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel are most definitely not bullet proof. A moderately hard knock against metal could easily cause them to crack/shatter. My professional advice option one: wear the watch and just avoid carelessly hitting it against a metal tower. Deal with repairs/replacing damaged parts if/when it happens. Insurance is good for this! Option two: buy a g shock for work.

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