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"RUBBER B: The Ultimate Rubber Strap for Rolex…
It finally happened, or should I say it was finally bound to
happen!!!! Finally somebody decided to create a very high
quality rubber strap just for Rolex. So if this does not seem
like a very-big deal, it is. Why?…
There are many, many, many aftermarket straps for that can be
used on a Rolex, but virtually none engineered just for Rolex, that
is until Rubber B just introduced their first line of Rubber
Straps.
Before we explore the amazing level of engineering and detail that
went into this herculean undertaking, let's examine what makes
them look different. First of all RUBBER B straps come in
different colors, that allow you to quickly and easily change-up the
entire look of your Rolex. In this first shot, we see the guy
sporting a white rubber strap with a vintage Pepsi Rolex GMT
Master.
In the next image below, we see the Rubber B model sporting
a modern Super Case Ceramic Rolex GMT on a black RUBBER B
strap. So you would assume that the strap in the photo above and
below are the same strap in different colors. Right!?! Nope!!!!
The challenge is that over the years, Rolex has made minute
changes to the lug openings on their watches. So RUBBER B, had
to figure out how to engineer different straps for different models,
so they would fit perfectly. By perfectly filling in the entire lug
area, it results in a much more finished, polished, refined,
complete look.
The material in the lug area is also structured, so it is reinforced to
maintain its EXACT shape, indefinitely. (You can actually see the
structural rigidity in the first photo in this story of the blue strap).
As I previously mentioned, Rubber B Straps are unlike any other
Rubber strap in the world. To begin with, they are made in
Switzerland from special type of rubber known as "Vulcanized
Rubber" which consists of a very high-density composite that
provides superior resistance to stretching, as well as not being
effected by exterior environmental elements such as Ozone, UV,
and the aggression of salt-water or an aquatic environment.
One of the design characteristics that sets Rubber B, apart is that
it uses the original metal Rolex clasp that came with your watch,
as seen below.
RUBBER B
for Last Generation Rolex Submariner
This next set of images shows the RUBBER B strap that was made for the recently discontinued Rolex Submariner.
Rubber B decided to engineer their straps to use the
original Rolex clasp that came with the watch, in order
to maintain the authentic Rolex look, as well as
allowing the user to benefit from the added security of
the Rolex triple lock clasp…
The watch in the photo above and in the two photos below is a
standard modern Rolex Submariner, with a black Rubber B strap.
engineering detail is on the RUBBER B straps. Notice how the
RUBBER B strap follows the center link design of the Rolex
Oyster bracelet. Also notice how perfectly the end of the strap fits
into the original Rolex clasp from the original Rolex bracelet!!!
I imagine that if Rolex ever decided to make their own rubber
straps, they could not make them any nicer.
RUBBER B
for Gold Rolex Daytona…
This next set of images shows the RUBBER B that is made just for
gold Rolex Daytona watches that come from Rolex on a leather
strap. In other words, Rolex makes white and yellow gold watches
that come with a matching gold Rolex Oyster bracelet, and they
also offer a white and yellow gold Daytona that comes on a leather
strap.
The Rolex Daytona version that comes on a leather strap has
special end caps that fill-in the lug space that would typically be
empty. Rolex provides these lug end caps to give the watch a
much more finished look. The challenge is that if you own one of
these Rolex Daytona watches, you can't find a rubber strap that
was specially engineered to fit these watches, until now. The
RUBBER B model picture below is specially engineered to
perfectly fit.
If you look at the image below and compare it to the image above,
both are showing the same white gold Rolex Daytona, with a
simple change of the RUBBER B Strap from black to brown.
Once again, the photo below is identical to the one above, except
the RUBBER B strap has been changed again, from brown to blue.
So just to be clear, the watch below is a stainless steel Rolex
Daytona, which uses a completely different model of RUBBER B
strap, which is specifically engineered to fit it, vs., the white gold
Daytona pictured above. Even though they both have the same
color blue strap, notice the difference in the shape of the end of
the strap where it meets the watch in between the lugs. Obviously,
the white gold version above had the end lug feature, and the
stainless Daytona, picture below does not.
RUBBER B straps retail for $220, which may seem like a
significant investment, and they are. When you think about it,
they are actually very inexpensive, because they allow you to
completely change the look of your Rolex that costs between
$10,000 and $25,000 for only $220. I would say that is a great
deal.
That being said, I think the most important detail to be aware of,
is not only the amazing engineering and Swiss made quality, but
most importantly, the longevity of this product. Since they are
made exclusively from Vulcanized Rubber, they are built to last!!!
Straps.
I am so excited about this innovative product, and RUBBER B.,
sent me some rubber straps to photograph and share with you. As
soon as I get a chance, I will publish more images, and perhaps a
video. That being said, RUBBER B straps are amazing!!!
For more information about RUBBER B you can check out their
website, and their amazing selection. I must admit, that I am
stunned by how innovative, and well thought out the RUBBER B
straps are. I have wondered my whole life why Rolex or another
company, never came up with a beautiful solution like this, and it
is great to know somebody finally did. "
ORIGINALLY POSTED BY JAKE EHRLICH on JAKE"S ROLEX WORLD at.http://rolexblog.blogspot.com/
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