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teamlam · 17 February 2023, 01:32 PM

What are ppls thoughts on putting an oysterflex onto a SS daytona?

is it possible for AD to order an extra oysterflex strap if i provide them a serial number of a watch i own that comes on oysterflex?

any photos of this combo with the end links and without the endlinks added on?

DaytonaAllDay · 17 February 2023, 01:40 PM

Sorry, I fear the answer is a a clangorous, vociferous "NO!" to all three of your questions.

L.K Johnson · 17 February 2023, 01:45 PM

Keep it on a bracelet imho!

ArtNouveau · 17 February 2023, 01:56 PM

Myself and many others have done it. The tech at my AD measured me for it but they would not sell them to me since the watch didn’t come with it. Had to source them elsewhere. I’ve never had it on without the Smarty endlinks.

TheHulk · 17 February 2023, 02:17 PM

It looks ridiculous to me without the smarty ELs. It’s a good look.

KY.. · 17 February 2023, 05:30 PM

It is definitely possible as I did the OF with end links for my DeepSea but not directly from the AD.
eBay can help you source the end links and I often see the OF bracelets on eBay and C24.
Examples of both 116500 SS colors with OF in this link.
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=754684

28mm · 17 February 2023, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheHulk

It looks ridiculous to me without the smarty ELs. It’s a good look.

fskywalker · 17 February 2023, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

Myself and many others have done it. The tech at my AD measured me for it but they would not sell them to me since the watch didn’t come with it. Had to source them elsewhere. I’ve never had it on without the Smarty endlinks.

Great look !!

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rmlovett1 · 17 February 2023, 10:08 PM

Looks pretty good with the black ceramic Daytona.

geoffreyis · 17 February 2023, 10:37 PM

It’s a great look. Love my ss Daytona on Rubber B. Haven’t taken it off since I got
It.

watchwatcher · 18 February 2023, 12:18 AM

Yeah, it's doable, as shown above. But...

Apart from sourcing the straps as Art mentioned, I would also have concern with the clasp...wouldn't that result in a mismatch of WG to SS? Also, as the Daytona OF series is the only OF to not offer the mini glide lock, well, it's just going to come down to luck of the draw as to where you're going to get a good fit. That is, if I'm understanding the project correctly.

stylinleems · 18 February 2023, 12:24 AM

I like many others have done this with my 116500. I sourced my OF straps from the AD but when doing so you have to provide a serial # for a watch that already comes with it.

As you stated, if you already own a watch that already comes on the OF straps (20mm lug width), then you can supply that serial # to them with the size and the AD can order the straps for you. (the part # you would want is 218-105-xx (where XX is your size, D, E ,F etc))

I would grab the 116520 end links from smarty end links to complete the look.

Both my SS on the OF straps (last year).

KdPg · 18 February 2023, 12:34 AM

It's a no no for me

teamlam · 18 February 2023, 01:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stylinleems

I like many others have done this with my 116500. I sourced my OF straps from the AD but when doing so you have to provide a serial # for a watch that already comes with it.

As you stated, if you already own a watch that already comes on the OF straps (20mm lug width), then you can supply that serial # to them with the size and the AD can order the straps for you. (the part # you would want is 218-105-xx (where XX is your size, D, E ,F etc))

I would grab the 116520 end links from smarty end links to complete the look.

Both my SS on the OF straps (last year).

Looks beautiful. What about the clasp? Did you just transfer the clasp from your bracelet to the OF band?

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Seddyspaghetti · 18 February 2023, 01:52 AM

Looks nice

Agamemnon · 18 February 2023, 02:08 AM

Honestly I prefer them with their stainless steel bracelet, but I have nothing against mods.

tifosi · 18 February 2023, 02:13 AM

I couldn't do it. The Oyster bracelet is too good.

stylinleems · 18 February 2023, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teamlam

Looks beautiful. What about the clasp? Did you just transfer the clasp from your bracelet to the OF band?

Yes the clasp is a direct transfer. The OF strap connects to the easylink link so you still get the adjustment if required

pearson1995 · 18 February 2023, 02:39 AM

Personally, as an owner of a DaytonaC I wouldn’t, but if I wanted to, probably would go for the rubberB offerings.

ArtNouveau · 18 February 2023, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Yeah, it's doable, as shown above. But...

Apart from sourcing the straps as Art mentioned, I would also have concern with the clasp...wouldn't that result in a mismatch of WG to SS? Also, as the Daytona OF series is the only OF to not offer the mini glide lock, well, it's just going to come down to luck of the draw as to where you're going to get a good fit. That is, if I'm understanding the project correctly.

Kind of been answered already but I used the clasp from my bracelet, it has the same “fittings” as the PM Daytonas on OF including the Easylink. The Oysterflex halves come in different sizes that’s why it’s important to be measured. And yes they are pricy, I think it was $270 per side in ‘19, I think they’re $290 now.

Solo118 · 18 February 2023, 03:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teamlam

Looks beautiful. What about the clasp? Did you just transfer the clasp from your bracelet to the OF band?

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You are able to use the clasp from the bracelet, perfect fit

Solo118 · 18 February 2023, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stylinleems

I like many others have done this with my 116500. I sourced my OF straps from the AD but when doing so you have to provide a serial # for a watch that already comes with it.

As you stated, if you already own a watch that already comes on the OF straps (20mm lug width), then you can supply that serial # to them with the size and the AD can order the straps for you. (the part # you would want is 218-105-xx (where XX is your size, D, E ,F etc))

I would grab the 116520 end links from smarty end links to complete the look.

Both my SS on the OF straps (last year).

They both look amazing. I would still have the white, but can't go wrong with either

teamlam · 18 February 2023, 06:08 AM

there was a post somewhere on here about best way to determine sizing for OF using the number the links on bracelet. i can't seem to find that post anymore. anyone have any links or ideas?

KY.. · 18 February 2023, 06:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teamlam

there was a post somewhere on here about best way to determine sizing for OF using the number the links on bracelet. i can't seem to find that post anymore. anyone have any links or ideas?

Here’s the link…
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=668340

Elonheater · 18 February 2023, 07:48 AM

What’s the main difference between the factory oysterflex bracelet and a Rubber B?

Osmin · 18 February 2023, 07:52 AM

The Oysterflex has a metal (titanium?) core and is covered with rubber

tifosi · 18 February 2023, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elonheater

What’s the main difference between the factory oysterflex bracelet and a Rubber B?

The Oysterflex has a metal blade inside. It holds the shape of the strap.

Car32 · 18 February 2023, 07:56 AM

I would put on the super jubilee before the oyster flex.

teamlam · 18 February 2023, 10:50 AM

anyoen got photos of their daytona on a rubber b strap? want to compare between being on OF vs rubber b

stylinleems · 18 February 2023, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Car32

I would put on the super jubilee before the oyster flex.

The Super jubilee bracelet is my favorite and my current set up.

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17 February 2023, 01:32 PM	#1
teamlam "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: canada Posts: 151	SS daytona on oysterflex What are ppls thoughts on putting an oysterflex onto a SS daytona? is it possible for AD to order an extra oysterflex strap if i provide them a serial number of a watch i own that comes on oysterflex? any photos of this combo with the end links and without the endlinks added on?

17 February 2023, 05:30 PM	#6
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,262	It is definitely possible as I did the OF with end links for my DeepSea but not directly from the AD. eBay can help you source the end links and I often see the OF bracelets on eBay and C24. Examples of both 116500 SS colors with OF in this link. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=754684 __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

18 February 2023, 02:13 AM	#17
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I couldn't do it. The Oyster bracelet is too good. __________________ Russ

18 February 2023, 02:39 AM	#19
pearson1995 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: England Posts: 878	Personally, as an owner of a DaytonaC I wouldn’t, but if I wanted to, probably would go for the rubberB offerings. __________________ The collection is never complete

17 February 2023, 01:40 PM	#2
DaytonaAllDay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Chris Location: Dallas Watch: All Daytonas Posts: 150	Sorry, I fear the answer is a a clangorous, vociferous "NO!" to all three of your questions.

17 February 2023, 01:45 PM	#3
L.K Johnson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: / Posts: 1,735	Keep it on a bracelet imho!

17 February 2023, 02:17 PM	#5
TheHulk "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Texas Posts: 968	It looks ridiculous to me without the smarty ELs. It’s a good look.

17 February 2023, 10:08 PM	#9
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,546	Looks pretty good with the black ceramic Daytona.

17 February 2023, 10:37 PM	#10
geoffreyis "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: USA Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 546	It’s a great look. Love my ss Daytona on Rubber B. Haven’t taken it off since I got It.

18 February 2023, 12:18 AM	#11
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,494	Yeah, it's doable, as shown above. But... Apart from sourcing the straps as Art mentioned, I would also have concern with the clasp...wouldn't that result in a mismatch of WG to SS? Also, as the Daytona OF series is the only OF to not offer the mini glide lock, well, it's just going to come down to luck of the draw as to where you're going to get a good fit. That is, if I'm understanding the project correctly.

18 February 2023, 12:24 AM	#12
stylinleems 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: N/A Posts: 3,181	I like many others have done this with my 116500. I sourced my OF straps from the AD but when doing so you have to provide a serial # for a watch that already comes with it. As you stated, if you already own a watch that already comes on the OF straps (20mm lug width), then you can supply that serial # to them with the size and the AD can order the straps for you. (the part # you would want is 218-105-xx (where XX is your size, D, E ,F etc)) I would grab the 116520 end links from smarty end links to complete the look. Both my SS on the OF straps (last year).

18 February 2023, 12:34 AM	#13
KdPg Banned Join Date: Oct 2019 Posts: 110	It's a no no for me

18 February 2023, 01:52 AM	#15
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,622	Looks nice

18 February 2023, 02:08 AM	#16
Agamemnon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Real Name: Giuliano Location: Italy Watch: Rolex - Panerai Posts: 1,971	Honestly I prefer them with their stainless steel bracelet, but I have nothing against mods.

18 February 2023, 06:08 AM	#23
teamlam "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: canada Posts: 151	there was a post somewhere on here about best way to determine sizing for OF using the number the links on bracelet. i can't seem to find that post anymore. anyone have any links or ideas?

18 February 2023, 07:48 AM	#25
Elonheater "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: North Carolina Posts: 14	What’s the main difference between the factory oysterflex bracelet and a Rubber B?

18 February 2023, 07:52 AM	#26
Osmin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Germany Posts: 401	The Oysterflex has a metal (titanium?) core and is covered with rubber

18 February 2023, 07:56 AM	#28
Car32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 368	I would put on the super jubilee before the oyster flex.

18 February 2023, 10:50 AM	#29
teamlam "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: canada Posts: 151	anyoen got photos of their daytona on a rubber b strap? want to compare between being on OF vs rubber b

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