The Watch Appreciation Thread (Reviews and Photos of Men's Timepieces by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Brei

[DerekS]



Got a question for all you Bond-nato strap nuts: I picked up this one from Broadarrow:

and I thought it was black and grey. when I got it in I saw it looks more like navy/grey/red. So, I emailed the guy and asked why the Bond strap didn't look more like the black/grey jobbies that I always see pictures of. Like this:

And he says that the first strap is more representative of the movie and the second style is being phased out. I swear I've never seen a bond pic with a blue/red/navy color like that. Thoughts?

hes correct. bond never wore the black/grey. It looks like it, but the ones you received are correct. navy, oliveish grey, and thin red stripes.

 

[tricky]



very nice.
green face and bezel?

Yes, although the face changes colour depending on the light and often looks black. But it's not the 50th anniversary sub which has a black face and green bezel.

it should be, congrats on the LVC!

thanks!

I love this submariner with the green. And where do you buy braclets like that? You know some good website, want some

The bead bracelet is from Style Forum's HomerJ -- he custom makes them (great quality and price). The woven leather strap is from "Leather Braiding by John" -- also custom made and great quality.

 

[tricky]



Love the 7 day automatic with the slate grey dial!!

Stunning watch

 

[Poindexter]

Thick, tho.

 

[konoyaro]



Got a question for all you Bond-nato strap nuts: I picked up this one from Broadarrow:

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

and I thought it was black and grey. when I got it in I saw it looks more like navy/grey/red. So, I emailed the guy and asked why the Bond strap didn't look more like the black/grey jobbies that I always see pictures of. Like this:

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

And he says that the first strap is more representative of the movie and the second style is being phased out. I swear I've never seen a bond pic with a blue/red/navy color like that. Thoughts?

If you look at the corvus link I posted earlier in this thread, it should be pretty clear...

 

[Hampton]

Yes, although the face changes colour depending on the light and often looks black. But it's not the 50th anniversary sub which has a black face and green bezel.

thanks!
The bead bracelet is from Style Forum's HomerJ -- he custom makes them (great quality and price). The woven leather strap is from "Leather Braiding by John" -- also custom made and great quality.

Thanks a lot, will contact him now

 

[Achillus]

Love Rolex Subs, i also wear Omega's but i use my Rolex mostly .

 

[Achillus]



I am also looking for a NATO strap, I was going to order from a link that was posted on here but the seller is away.
40 USD seems a bit too much for a nylon strap IMO.
anything else?

Here, you wont find it cheaper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/20MM-STRIPP...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item2eb795b4c3

 

[bmac11c]



Here, you wont find it cheaper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/20MM-STRIPP...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item2eb795b4c3

When it comes to my Rolex GMT II, I only purchase quality bands. I can't put my trust into cheapies...just a little piece of mind.

 

[Achillus]



When it comes to my Rolex GMT II, I only purchase quality bands. I can't put my trust into cheapies...just a little piece of mind.

It's just a strap, which most people get bored from after a while. So no point in spending alot on it. It's replaceable... just a little piece of mind.

 

[bmac11c]



It's just a strap, which most people get bored from after a while. So no point in spending alot on it. It's replaceable... just a little piece of mind.

I totally get it. I meant no disrespect whatsoever brother. I also have a Luminox that I switch out Nato bands for. I'm not not too concerned with price for that time piece. But with my expensive watches...I spend a little more money on those bands.

 

[DerekS]



I totally get it. I meant no disrespect whatsoever brother. I also have a Luminox that I switch out Nato bands for. I'm not not too concerned with price for that time piece. But with my expensive watches...I spend a little more money on those bands.

i agree....and as much as i love my NATOs, i feel a little strange putting a $10 strap on a $7K watch.

 

[Hampton]

Love Rolex Subs, i also wear Omega's but i use my Rolex mostly

.

You are a lucky one

 

[Cant kill da Rooster]



I totally get it. I meant no disrespect whatsoever brother. I also have a Luminox that I switch out Nato bands for. I'm not not too concerned with price for that time piece. But with my expensive watches...I spend a little more money on those bands.

+1

 

[Rambo]

You guys know what this slider piece on the strap is for? Its annoying the **** out of me.