I've never understood the usury prices that Rolex charges for their "accessories", such as straps. When I was in my mid-teens my grandparents gave me a stainless Rolex Datejust with a gold fluted bezel. It came with a genuine croc strap with a gold Rolex coronet on the stainless buckle. That was in the late-70's. The watch was brand-new, sitting in my grandfather's drawer since 1969...a gift from a client. He hated wristwatches, choosing to carry a Patek pocket watch. I wasn't into a strap, so I went into a Rolex AD and bought a riveted, expandable, hollow end links Oyster bracelet for $35. I recently sold the riveted, expandable bracelet for $4,400. Next I'll sell the unworn croc strap for what the market bears. After that I'll be researching quality 3rd party bracelets, even with the coronet. I rarely wear the Rolex because the 36mm case is small for me. I'm for comfortable with a 40mm like my Pagani Design PD-1692 Air King homage. I swear when placing my Rolex and PD-1692 side by side, I can't discern much difference in quality...granted my Rolex was built in 1969.
This video is what makes your channel a must-see. Incredible production, presentation and information. I'm going to buy the Strapco rubber strap for my Bulova Lunar Pilot. If it doesn't fit, it will go on my Pagani Design PD-1692 Air King homage. I ordered a Glidelock clasp from AliExpress. If that isn't good, I'll also get the Strapco "Glidelock" clasp for the PD-1692. The micro-adjust is terrible on the PD-1692 clasp.
Thanks for such an informative, well executed video yet again. Having strap and clasp combinations that are pre-assembled in sets for ease of changing in one go is my personal preference, especially with or at an affordable price point on more “beater” type watches. *Hoppe’s or Remington Rem dry-lube works perfectly with applicable Teflon components after spirited use or routine maintenance. Thanks again!!
I bought a strapsco rubber strap like this, only one end of the band is adjustable so you can’t center the clasp under your wrist after trimming just one end. The clasp is super cheap and bends easily. Strapsco didn’t post my 1 star review on the site, totally unethical. If you notice there are no bad reviews anywhere, and another commenter said his bad review was blocked as well. I will never buy Strapsco again.
Hi John ! Thank you so much for your expert assistance guiding me to this Strapsco oysterflex strap! It’s good to know and see that the PD clasp fits 😊 I’ve ordered the PD 1664 in the meteorite dial and when it arrives I’m really considering buying an oysterflex strap and fitting the spare PD clasp I’ve got. Forgive the question as I’m learning as I go here, but would I not need the oysterflex strap with straight ends for the 1664 ? I am further considering swapping out the jubilee on my PD Batgirl for a rubber strap, as much as I like the look and managed to adjust the bracelet myself with a wee hack to push the links under the clasp in the spare holes it’s still a little too loose when it’s cold which it is a lot up here in Scotland lol. Looking around for a nice blue to compliment the bezel with a tang and buckle Crafter Blue are looking good but a little pricey v the cost of the watch altho it looks way more expensive on wrist. Thank you for providing these excellent informative and tutorial videos I’m sure you realise just how much watch enthusiasts of all levels enjoy them. 😊
Hello! I know I'm late to the party but great video and thank you for the insight. I have a first generation Monta triumph without the micro adjust and they don't sell bracelet, clasp, or combo of the two separately. Any idea if this clasp would fit monta bracelets?
I dont get it, how there is no gap between bezel and strap. I bought curved rubber strap for my Pagani watch and had do highly modify it so there is no gap
I had some straight end rubber strap and I just made the cutout for the link in the glidelock. It's not that hard you should just cut it carefully and symetrically
@@RickMUFC The Gridlock clasp only comes in one size. See link below. This fits the PD-1692. Regards, #WR4K strapsco.com/product/gridlock-clasp-for-rolex/
Thank you for watching Frank. This rubber strap doesn't fit the 1701. I will be reviewing a Strapsco Seamaster style bracelet on my 1701 soon. Regards, #WR4K
Strapsco Fitted Rubber Replacement Strap:
strapsco.com/product/oysterflex-replacement-strap/
Strapsco Gridlock Clasp:
strapsco.com/product/gridlock-clasp-for-rolex/
You are the only watch TH-camr that informs the viewers of unconventional options for bracelets and straps. I appreciate you my man, Thank you!
Thank you for watching Tony. Glad you enjoyed it. Regards, #WR4K
I've never understood the usury prices that Rolex charges for their "accessories", such as straps. When I was in my mid-teens my grandparents gave me a stainless Rolex Datejust with a gold fluted bezel. It came with a genuine croc strap with a gold Rolex coronet on the stainless buckle. That was in the late-70's. The watch was brand-new, sitting in my grandfather's drawer since 1969...a gift from a client. He hated wristwatches, choosing to carry a Patek pocket watch.
I wasn't into a strap, so I went into a Rolex AD and bought a riveted, expandable, hollow end links Oyster bracelet for $35. I recently sold the riveted, expandable bracelet for $4,400. Next I'll sell the unworn croc strap for what the market bears. After that I'll be researching quality 3rd party bracelets, even with the coronet.
I rarely wear the Rolex because the 36mm case is small for me. I'm for comfortable with a 40mm like my Pagani Design PD-1692 Air King homage. I swear when placing my Rolex and PD-1692 side by side, I can't discern much difference in quality...granted my Rolex was built in 1969.
This video is what makes your channel a must-see. Incredible production, presentation and information. I'm going to buy the Strapco rubber strap for my Bulova Lunar Pilot. If it doesn't fit, it will go on my Pagani Design PD-1692 Air King homage.
I ordered a Glidelock clasp from AliExpress. If that isn't good, I'll also get the Strapco "Glidelock" clasp for the PD-1692. The micro-adjust is terrible on the PD-1692 clasp.
Does it work on Lunar pilot? Considering buying this but not sure
These would look amazing on my San Martin Diver!!
Thank you for watching Barry. Regards, #WR4K
I can attest that the fitted rubber strap I got for my sub homage also fits my Seiko SARB017
Thank you for watching Thomas. Regards, #WR4K
Thanks for such an informative, well executed video yet again. Having strap and clasp combinations that are pre-assembled in sets for ease of changing in one go is my personal preference, especially with or at an affordable price point on more “beater” type watches.
*Hoppe’s or Remington Rem dry-lube works perfectly with applicable Teflon components after spirited use or routine maintenance.
Thanks again!!
Thank you for watching. Regards, #WR4K
I bought a strapsco rubber strap like this, only one end of the band is adjustable so you can’t center the clasp under your wrist after trimming just one end. The clasp is super cheap and bends easily. Strapsco didn’t post my 1 star review on the site, totally unethical. If you notice there are no bad reviews anywhere, and another commenter said his bad review was blocked as well. I will never buy Strapsco again.
Thank you for watching. Regards, #WR4K
Very cool, I wonder if a touch of grease on that glide lock would make it smoother
Thank you for watching Alex. Yes, silicon grease would make it slide more smoothly. Regards, #WR4K
Hi John ! Thank you so much for your expert assistance guiding me to this Strapsco oysterflex strap! It’s good to know and see that the PD clasp fits 😊 I’ve ordered the PD 1664 in the meteorite dial and when it arrives I’m really considering buying an oysterflex strap and fitting the spare PD clasp I’ve got. Forgive the question as I’m learning as I go here, but would I not need the oysterflex strap with straight ends for the 1664 ? I am further considering swapping out the jubilee on my PD Batgirl for a rubber strap, as much as I like the look and managed to adjust the bracelet myself with a wee hack to push the links under the clasp in the spare holes it’s still a little too loose when it’s cold which it is a lot up here in Scotland lol. Looking around for a nice blue to compliment the bezel with a tang and buckle Crafter Blue are looking good but a little pricey v the cost of the watch altho it looks way more expensive on wrist. Thank you for providing these excellent informative and tutorial videos I’m sure you realise just how much watch enthusiasts of all levels enjoy them. 😊
Yes Tracy, you would need a straight end strap to fit the PD-1664 as the end links are part of the case so cannot be removed. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4k Thanks…and the PD clasp fits this one too, yes ?
Yes. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4k Thank you John for being so kind to take time out your day to confirm that, it’s very much appreciated 😀
Hello! I know I'm late to the party but great video and thank you for the insight. I have a first generation Monta triumph without the micro adjust and they don't sell bracelet, clasp, or combo of the two separately. Any idea if this clasp would fit monta bracelets?
I don't know. Regards, #WR4K
Mmm what about a pre ceramic Sub? I have a 16610
They won't fit a 16610. Regards, #WR4K
I dont get it, how there is no gap between bezel and strap. I bought curved rubber strap for my Pagani watch and had do highly modify it so there is no gap
Would this fit the Datejust 41?
Yes. Regards, #WR4K
I’d love to know if they make one of these for an Omega SMP 300m
Thank you for watching. Agreed. Regards, #WR4K
Would this fit a yachtmaster 40
Yes. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4kwhat is your wrist size?
Can this Gridlock clasp be used with the straight end version of the strap at 4:20?
Thank you for watching B. No. Regards, #WR4K
I had some straight end rubber strap and I just made the cutout for the link in the glidelock. It's not that hard you should just cut it carefully and symetrically
Does anyone know if this could/would fit the new Seiko field watch series? I have the srpg35
Yes Nolan, I think the 20mm version would fit the SRPG27. Regards, #WR4K
Can the fitted rubber strap fit the gridlock clasp? Doesn’t look like it but wanted to verify. Thanks!
Thank you for watching Barry. No. Regards, #WR4K
Tudor?
No, this strap doesn't fit. Regards, #WR4K
Hi, Does it fit orginal cronos glide lock clasp? thank
Thank you for watching. No. Regards, #WR4K
Do you know if the glidelock clasp or rubber strap fit the San Martin SN004 at all?
Thank you for watching Gary. No. The Gridlock clasp, and rubber strap, fit the SN017-G. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4k Ah, that's a shame. I was looking for a glidelock clasp for my SN004 and was hoping this would be the one. The search goes on...
Do they fit pd1701 moonwatch?
Thank you for watching Mobashir. No. Regards, #WR4K
Thank you for the video. Have you tried it on a PD 40 mm by any chance? Is it a perfect fit as it is on Cronos?
Thank you for watching. Yes, it fits the PD-1661, PD-1662, PD-1694. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4k ah sorry, heard the numbers in the video, thought it was pertaining to the steel bracelet. Thank you for the reply
hi there will the clasp fit my pagani design explorer?
thank you.
Thank you for watching Johnny. Yes. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4k cheers thank you.
@@watchreviews4k sorry again is it 16mm I order?
@@RickMUFC The Gridlock clasp only comes in one size. See link below. This fits the PD-1692. Regards, #WR4K
strapsco.com/product/gridlock-clasp-for-rolex/
Recommendation for the PD-1701?
Thank you for watching Frank. This rubber strap doesn't fit the 1701. I will be reviewing a Strapsco Seamaster style bracelet on my 1701 soon. Regards, #WR4K
Does the 21mm strap fit a datejust 41 or similar case shape?
Thank you for watching Steven. No. Regards, #WR4K
Would the rubber strap fit a steeldive 1953?
Thank you for watching Connor. Yes, but you will also need the clasp; as the SD1953 bracelet uses push pins rather than screw pins. Regards, #WR4K