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HaleL · 2 November 2023, 10:11 PM

Just bought my first Rolex 16600 and would like to hear some ideas for a nice rubber strap.
What do y’all use?

Bonus points if you’re selling one (lol)

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Agamemnon · 2 November 2023, 10:28 PM

Rubber B

https://rubberb.com/series/rolex-wat...models-classic

Dave O · 2 November 2023, 10:41 PM

Rubber B here...

padi56 · 2 November 2023, 10:44 PM

Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets.

HaleL · 2 November 2023, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets.

I totally agree but rubber is my comfort choice

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KatGirl · 2 November 2023, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets.

Totally agree, but I do like Isofrane straps on my other divers:

Kat

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jkumar2324 · 3 November 2023, 12:00 AM

Trojan no doubt

Eric88 · 3 November 2023, 12:48 AM

I've had mixed reviews on rubber straps, having tried both RubberB and Everest over the years on multiple dive watches. They are interesting to change up the look and feel, though I eventually go back to the bracelet. I just think it looks better and also feels more comfortable to me.

That said, I've found Everest rubber to be a bit more soft/pliable/comfortable compared to RubberB, which is firmer and less pliable.

I never like the tang buckle version of these straps (usually too long with that end hanging out), so I do recommend if you do this to get one that can use your watch's clasp. Even better, look for a spare clasp so you can keep one on the bracelet and one on the rubber strap.

10XRolex · 3 November 2023, 01:54 AM

I am sorry. For this watch, none. Bracelet and only bracelet.

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Gerry62 · 3 November 2023, 02:46 AM

Congratulations, 16600 excellent choice!

I enjoy changing straps I think Rubber are the best

Calatrava r · 3 November 2023, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by jkumar2324

Trojan no doubt

You beat me to it.

worldofoyster · 3 November 2023, 03:45 AM

RubberB and Everest are the 2 popular choices

ArtNouveau · 3 November 2023, 04:13 AM

Barton Bands or Strapsco. I find $200+ rubber straps ridiculous.

Dave O · 3 November 2023, 05:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric88

I've had mixed reviews on rubber straps, having tried both RubberB and Everest over the years on multiple dive watches. They are interesting to change up the look and feel, though I eventually go back to the bracelet. I just think it looks better and also feels more comfortable to me.

That said, I've found Everest rubber to be a bit more soft/pliable/comfortable compared to RubberB, which is firmer and less pliable.

I never like the tang buckle version of these straps (usually too long with that end hanging out), so I do recommend if you do this to get one that can use your watch's clasp. Even better, look for a spare clasp so you can keep one on the bracelet and one on the rubber strap.

I agree on the tang buckle, which is why I installed a deployant in place of the tang buckle (Rubber B only makes the blue strap with a tang buckle so you can't use the OEM clasp). I also reversed the straps so the end piece is facing me as opposed to away, like Tudor does on their straps.

Michael1968 · 3 November 2023, 05:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets.

Agree in 100%

Polarexplorerii · 3 November 2023, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets.

For once I agree with Padi..

HaleL · 3 November 2023, 09:16 AM

Thanks, all!
I love the look of bracelets as well but my wrist prefers rubber. I went with the recommendation of Trojan (ultra sensitive since my wrists are somewhat bony).
I’ll let you know what I think!

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winst · 3 November 2023, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets.

Agreed, but both Vanguard and Crafter Blue do one for the 16600 which are quite reasonably priced. In my experience both are reasonable quality but I think that Vanguard are slightly better.

KatGirl · 3 November 2023, 10:30 AM

Here is a better pic of the Isofrane:

So comfortable, and cool, do to the large ventilation holes. They are somewhat pricey, at about $135, but way better than some others. Also, they smell like vanilla.

Kat

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Thewatchfactor · 3 November 2023, 12:58 PM

I suppose the best option is rubber B.

jimcameron · 3 November 2023, 04:34 PM

I'm going to put a VW engine in my Porsche.

Jari from Finland · 3 November 2023, 06:25 PM

on my Submariner. Those straps are well made.

THC · 3 November 2023, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets.

1000% this

HaleL · 3 November 2023, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by jimcameron

I'm going to put a VW engine in my Porsche.

To make it more reliable? Love those old rabbit diesels!

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winst · 3 November 2023, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by jimcameron

I'm going to put a VW engine in my Porsche.

That’s already been done by Porsche themselves so possibly not the best analogy.

2 November 2023, 10:11 PM	#1
HaleL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Logan Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 33	Rubber Recommendation Just bought my first Rolex 16600 and would like to hear some ideas for a nice rubber strap. What do y’all use? Bonus points if you’re selling one (lol) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

2 November 2023, 10:44 PM	#4
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,447	Straps like RubberB very over priced for what they are just a rubber strap,IMHO Rolex watches always look the best on there own bracelets. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

3 November 2023, 02:46 AM	#10
Gerry62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Italy Watch: Rolex Panerai Posts: 7,201	Congratulations, 16600 excellent choice! I enjoy changing straps I think Rubber are the best __________________

3 November 2023, 06:25 PM	#22
Jari from Finland "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Finland Posts: 378	I have Rubber B on my Submariner. Those straps are well made. __________________ "I am interested in watches, that's why I like them."

2 November 2023, 10:28 PM	#2
Agamemnon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Real Name: Giuliano Location: Italy Watch: Rolex - Panerai Posts: 1,976	Rubber B https://rubberb.com/series/rolex-wat...models-classic

3 November 2023, 12:00 AM	#7
jkumar2324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: US Posts: 17	Trojan no doubt

3 November 2023, 12:48 AM	#8
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,238	I've had mixed reviews on rubber straps, having tried both RubberB and Everest over the years on multiple dive watches. They are interesting to change up the look and feel, though I eventually go back to the bracelet. I just think it looks better and also feels more comfortable to me. That said, I've found Everest rubber to be a bit more soft/pliable/comfortable compared to RubberB, which is firmer and less pliable. I never like the tang buckle version of these straps (usually too long with that end hanging out), so I do recommend if you do this to get one that can use your watch's clasp. Even better, look for a spare clasp so you can keep one on the bracelet and one on the rubber strap.

3 November 2023, 01:54 AM	#9
10XRolex 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 1,585	I am sorry. For this watch, none. Bracelet and only bracelet. Sent from my SM-S908U using Tapatalk

3 November 2023, 03:45 AM	#12
worldofoyster "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vincent Location: 215 Watch: SS Sub Posts: 1,902	RubberB and Everest are the 2 popular choices

3 November 2023, 04:13 AM	#13
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 5,027	Barton Bands or Strapsco. I find $200+ rubber straps ridiculous.

3 November 2023, 09:16 AM	#17
HaleL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Logan Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 33	Thanks, all! I love the look of bracelets as well but my wrist prefers rubber. I went with the recommendation of Trojan (ultra sensitive since my wrists are somewhat bony). I’ll let you know what I think! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

3 November 2023, 10:30 AM	#19
KatGirl 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Kat Location: Northern Ca, USA Watch: 126233 Wimbledon T Posts: 5,801	Here is a better pic of the Isofrane: So comfortable, and cool, do to the large ventilation holes. They are somewhat pricey, at about $135, but way better than some others. Also, they smell like vanilla. Kat Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 November 2023, 12:58 PM	#20
Thewatchfactor Banned Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: usa Posts: 90	I suppose the best option is rubber B.

3 November 2023, 04:34 PM	#21
jimcameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ByDawns Earlylite Watch: 16800 Posts: 3,536	I'm going to put a VW engine in my Porsche.

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