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18 December 2009, 11:17 AM | #1 |
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Fantastic guys!
I was thinking exactly the same thing. Does anyone have any pics of the New Rolex DJ II with a black leather strap? Cheers! |
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18 December 2009, 08:16 PM | #3 |
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DJ 1601 just back from RSC overhaul... fitted with leather strap.. Sorry for crappy shot... from hp.. |
18 December 2009, 08:35 PM | #4 |
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Not a fan of sports models like the Sub on straps, but the gold Daytona and Datejust on leather look great!
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19 December 2009, 01:08 AM | #5 |
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Beautiful 1601 Benzheng I think they look great on leather. Very classy.
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Milgauss on leather!
Hi,
This is my first picture and post on this forum. I became curious of my Milgauss on a leather strap. I think it is a match in heaven. What do you think? This photo is taken by a Iphone.IMG_0171.jpg |
22 January 2010, 11:12 PM | #8 |
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Here's mine...
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I pretty much concur with your point of view. I know there are some models of the DJ to be had with leather, but very limited and only in white gold or yellow gold. For some reason, Rolex has decided to make their watches very proprietary when it comes to anything aftermarket, or altering a watch in any way, shape or form from the way it came from the watchmaker. I have to admit that I do totally concur with most of the Rolex method of preserving the integrity of the original watch, and keeping age old styles that still look the same after you have worn them for 20 years. I believe that there are even some warranty issues with the watch, if even the bracelet it changed. That is just one of the other exclusive features of Rolex. Indeed, if you like to change bracelets, straps or anything else on your watches, there are dozens of other makes out there that make it free to do so. I have to say that the one Rolex I have - the Milgauss - is the most comfortable watch I own. There has obviously been a lot of research and testing go into all the details, especially the bracelet. I personally have absolutely no interest in the pursuit of a new bracelet or strap for this watch. If you do want to have a Rolex, and show your individuality, there are 3200 combinations possible for the 170 models in the Oyster range. If that doesn't float your boat, then there are tons of options available outside of the Rolex world. I have found that it doesn't matter which make you choose, there is always something that you wish the watchmaker would do that isn't done, or that they would change. For example, I would like to be able to get an Oyster Perpetual NO DATE with a Jubilee bracelet. And maybe even at TT. The only thing I can get with those models is a fluted white gold bezel. So, I will have to go to the Datejust. Which is what I will probably do. Cheers, Carl
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18 December 2009, 07:27 AM | #11 |
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I like the Explorer II and ND Sub on the NATO strap.
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8 January 2012, 06:10 AM | #13 |
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18 December 2009, 08:28 AM | #14 |
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Heres mine.
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18 December 2009, 11:38 AM | #15 |
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Explorer II on red/black NATO
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18 December 2009, 03:15 PM | #17 |
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Im not a strap fan, but some of these look really good!!!
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Hi there. I would say its mostly based on personal opinion/preference. I myself do not like straps on a subC but some leather straps look good on Daytonas I would say. Some people might do it to preserve their stainless steel :)
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In general, IMO metal looks better.... but there are some very nice straps here.
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18 December 2009, 03:32 PM | #20 |
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Thanks for the photos! Some really great looking "alternatives" are out there. I've considered a NATO for my Sub, but looks like there are some other options for the GMT and Explorer II as well.
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18 December 2009, 06:15 PM | #21 |
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Great photos everyone
I think straps on Rolexes look awesome I just dropped my 1601 at the RSC today for an overhaul and ordered a nice black strap with a cool SS buckle for it through them. I thought I'd give the bracelet a break for a while. I'll post pics once I get it back, but that won't be until January 27th Keep the pictures coming guys.
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These two suit a nice strap I reckon. I have also thought about getting an Ostrich strap to try on my white milgauss.
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I think some of the straps look fine, but considering how much a Super Jubilee or 18K YG Oyster bracelet costs, it seems odd to replace it with a cheap cloth or leather strap. But that's just me.
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Eddy I love the way the DS Looks. Great job on the band
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Looks good first Milgauss I've seen on a leather strap
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They still look nice
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22 January 2010, 06:28 PM | #27 |
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Milgauss on a Toshi leather strap.
here's my Milgauss on a Toshi leather strap.
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23 January 2010, 03:53 AM | #28 |
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Here's my daily partner.
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23 January 2010, 04:08 AM | #29 |
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The one in the picture is not mine but just like mine
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