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Old 14 January 2024, 03:01 AM   #1
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Everest Bands

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Not sure if I’m posting this in the right section, but has anyone bought from them. I really want to change the bands on couple watches and just want to get feedback.


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Old 14 January 2024, 03:45 AM   #2
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Can you find a store which carries them nearby. That is the best way to assess them for you.
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Old 14 January 2024, 04:16 AM   #3
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I had one, they are really nice, but I sold it because I always went back to the bracelet within a few days. I was the same with my Omega 300m.
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Old 14 January 2024, 10:10 AM   #4
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Everest bands are a quality product. I have owned several over the years. Rubber B is good also.
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Old 14 January 2024, 04:14 PM   #5
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Quality band, same with Rubber B. If you want a budget version, Vanguard isn't bad either at about 1/2 the price (Assuming they make the strap for the model you have in mind).

With that said, Rubber B's service is subpar. Their service is lacking to say the least when I tried to claim warranty repair.
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Old 16 January 2024, 12:43 AM   #6
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I've owned both Everest and Rubber B. Both are excellent quality and comfort, but for me, the Rubber B won out. The downturn from the lugs makes for a better overall look vs. the flaring out at the lugs of Everest.
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Old 16 January 2024, 01:03 AM   #7
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Right about Rubber B they are good but no customer service
Try Delugs in Singapore they have great straps rubber, leather and elastics
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Old 16 January 2024, 01:19 AM   #8
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I've had both RubberB and Everest...I think I may still have my orange Everest strap for the 114060 I sold years ago, LOL.

I noticed that the Everest rubber is slightly softer and more comfortable, though I feel like the quality/fit and finish on the RubberB is better. I only used the ones that were designed for the watch clasp...one time I got one with a tang buckle and hated it with all the extra strap hanging out there.
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Old 16 January 2024, 01:29 AM   #9
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I have several everest Bs for the explorer 2/gmt/daytona. All wear and fit great! The straps definitely tone down the watches a bit. Also like that they have a small strap option.
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Old 16 January 2024, 02:02 AM   #10
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Another brand to mention is Crafter Blue. Originally they were mostly for Seikos but have branched out. Better quality than my Vanguard, cheaper too. They have a BOGO sale coming up in late January.
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They are good quality but once associated with the Rolex brand price quadruples.
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Old 16 January 2024, 03:16 AM   #12
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I've owned both Everest and Rubber B. Both are excellent quality and comfort, but for me, the Rubber B won out. The downturn from the lugs makes for a better overall look vs. the flaring out at the lugs of Everest.
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I'd go with Rubber-B as well.
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Everest straps are top notch.
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Old 18 January 2024, 04:28 PM   #14
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Appreciate the feedback everyone! Will look into the other brands as well.


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Old 18 January 2024, 05:32 PM   #15
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Everest Bands

I've tried Everest, Crafter Blue, Rubber B and Zealande. Congress down to personal preference but I'm putting version 2 of the Zealande well ahead of the rest. Far greater comfort and version 2 has a locking tab on the keeper. Have one for my 58 and one over the ocean currently for my new GMT2.


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Old 18 January 2024, 06:09 PM   #16
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I have Everest for few years and their quality is very good
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I wore my 16600 Sea Dweller for 25 years with the metal stock bracelet before recently buying an Everest leather band. It feals amazing, almost too comfortable if that's possible. The finish and fit are grand. IMO
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Old 18 January 2024, 08:26 PM   #18
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Had Everest for years… my deepsea lives on one !!


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Old 18 January 2024, 11:31 PM   #22
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Rubber B for me due to the design difference near the lugs. Subtle, but makes a difference in my opinion. I also put mine on a deployant which I love.
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Old 18 January 2024, 11:56 PM   #23
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Here is a picture of my Sea Dweller on Rubber B if it helps

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