Is the Oysterflex worth it.. or?

[JPS]

Been toying with the idea of dipping into one of the Oysterflex models - namely the Daytona & just interested to hear people's thoughts & experiences on the Oysterflex "bracelet" - yes I know Rolex insists on calling it a bracelet so I'll keep to the same flow here.

I know many people say for the money you're going to spend on a PM Rolex anyway, it almost seems crazy to have it on a strap when you may as well go full hog with the full PM bracelet as well.

Thoughts...

[m j b]

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

[pearson1995]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

I’d say it makes slightly more sense than putting a leather strap on a 150m wr Royal Oak offshore. But I do agree, a weird combination. Have to say though I do think the black and gold is aesthetic.

[vliberman]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

Stupid is a wrong assessment. Rubber offers all the advantages including cost, weight, comfort and many others. Particularly the way Rolex does it where it is a true bracelet. The only disadvantage would be looks such is subjective. You certainly would not suggest something to be stupid purely on the aesthetic, would u?

[Driver8]

Originally Posted by vliberman

Stupid is a wrong assessment. Rubber offers all the advantages including cost, weight, comfort and many others. Particularly the way Rolex does it where it is a true bracelet. The only disadvantage would be looks such is subjective. You certainly would not suggest something to be stupid purely on the aesthetic, would u?

I'd also add "longevity" (compared to a metal bracelet) as another disadvantage because with the best will in the world, rubber will never last as long as a metal bracelet.

[Dsmith1974]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

Not if it has significant water resistance. Take the PP aquanaut for example.
The only thing that puts me off oysterflex is the huge metal clasp. Looks a bit disjoint to me.

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[Solo118]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

That is your opinion. IMHO the Daytona on strap is a beautiful watch, and the only way to get ceramic on PM without going platinum or the Le Mans.

That being said, personally I am not comfortable wearing a full gold piece daily, but the strap/ceramic really come together nicely and dare I say somewhat low key. I also happen to love how chronographs on straps just work.

That being said, something does not rub me right about the Sky Dweller, I think that should have stayed on leather, but the Daytona and YM truly rock my world!

[THC]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

I am totally in this camp… 40k for a Daytona on rubber makes me think of Rolex execs laughing all the way to the Swiss bank

If they were reasonably priced due to the rubber band I would like it better

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by THC

I am totally in this camp… 40k for a Daytona on rubber makes me think of Rolex execs laughing all the way to the Swiss bank

If they were reasonably priced due to the rubber band I would like it better

There's no way I could wear a Sky D on other than the OF bracelet. I'm really happy to have this alternative as well as a significant reduction in cost of $7K.

[Socalwatchguy]

Originally Posted by THC

I am totally in this camp… 40k for a Daytona on rubber makes me think of Rolex execs laughing all the way to the Swiss bank

If they were reasonably priced due to the rubber band I would like it better

40k for Daytona on OF? What prices are you looking at?
OF is a significant discount over their full PM counterparts.

With that being said, I believe OF is a great option for certain models... Daytona & YM in particular.

Personally, I love OF so much that I have also converted my sub to OF. Lots of compliments on that setup.

[THC]

Originally Posted by Socalwatchguy

40k for Daytona on OF? What prices are you looking at?
OF is a significant discount over their full PM counterparts.

With that being said, I believe OF is a great option for certain models... Daytona & YM in particular.

Personally, I love OF so much that I have also converted my sub to OF. Lots of compliments on that setup.

There are currently 6 Daytona OF on DSW site over 40k… a few are over 50k
While I know that is not MSRP, I rest my case your honor

[Socalwatchguy]

Originally Posted by THC

There are currently 6 Daytona OF on DSW site over 40k… a few are over 50k
While I know that is not MSRP, I rest my case your honor

Haha! Again, full PM counter parts are 5-10k more expensive on the grey too.

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

This sums it up best.

[Easy E]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

Agree.

[RollingInTheDeep]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

Technically, it's flexible titanium-nickel alloy wrapped with high-density elastomer.

[Rolexken]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

Yes agree no better than a nato imo.

[Maleg]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

Agree completely.

Rubber looks awesome on my G Shock. Not so much on a gold watch.

You do you, though.

[horseco]

Originally Posted by m j b

Sorry, it's just stupid to put a rubber band on a gold watch.

AMEN ! yea yea Patek & AP do it i know... but it dont make it right !

[garyk]

I like the contrast and the practicality of the rubber strap. I don’t own one but have updated some other watches with similar straps and I like them a lot…

[watchtabs]

I love it on the YM.

[jamesbondOO7]

Does not make sense to me. For me anyway a Rolex has a metal bracelet.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

Does not make sense to me. For me anyway a Rolex has a metal bracelet.

I totally agree. I don’t get the rubber strap on a chrono. It does makes a little more sense on a Yachtmaster, but I wouldn’t choose that configuration, either.

Kat


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[the_Hunter]

I love my Oyster Flex Daytona. To me you get the some of the weight of a gold model but its a little more casual than a solid PM watch. They are great for the summer as well as the rubber bracelet is super comfortable

[ltmgeller]

I love it on my YM42

[Robf52]

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

I love it on my YM42

Ditto for my YM40.

[Hoppyjr]

Buy on bracelet, add one of the aftermarket fitted rubber straps to scratch that itch.

I did it on a Sub 114060 (using RubberB) and a spare Glidelock clasp I managed to pick up. While the clasp is difficult to source, they make the straps with tang buckle too.

I cannot imagine the OysterFlex being measurably better.

[piratfisk]

Originally Posted by Hoppyjr

Buy on bracelet, add one of the aftermarket fitted rubber straps to scratch that itch.

I did it on a Sub 114060 (using RubberB) and a spare Glidelock clasp I managed to pick up. While the clasp is difficult to source, they make the straps with tang buckle too.

I cannot imagine the OysterFlex being measurably better.

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OP, this is what I'd do. I'd always rather a Rolex on a bracelet. If I was going to, say, dive with it, I'd put it on an OF or aftermarket rubber. I appreciate that Rolex have put metal into their rubber, but for the kind of diving that I do, I don't think it'd be in danger of being sliced off my wrist. When I dive (not with my Sub), I have a NATO strap, FWIW.

[the_Hunter]

Originally Posted by Hoppyjr

I cannot imagine the OysterFlex being measurably better.

The "fins" on the Oysterflex make all the difference in both fit and comfort

[HMHM]

Once you get the fit right, it is one of the very best watches Rolex have ever made.

[enjoythemusic]

Imho Rolex should offer the ability for us to have both the rubber and metal bracelet.