Njcpellos 0 Posted April 16, 2014 Is it just me but the straps really give a replica away!! For example actual face watch looks great but as soon as you pick it up you can tell feels so different!! I have 2 gen rolex and, purchased sub from top sellers but for me the strap lets them down, feels light and rattles, I know these are replicas but with everything else looking great , surely something can be done to improve this. Any ideas guys ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted April 16, 2014 Change your tittle, its very misleading. Now i am sad. you hurt my heart. Had me thinking you'd be giving away free straps... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted April 16, 2014 To answer your post. The quality given to certain replicas are dependant on the price you pay. Usually, reps in the $250+ category will have better attention to detail on other parts rather than just the watch head. For instance, panerai reps with the ASSO straps, have quite good replications of that strap. Just an example. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cogwatch 1 Posted April 16, 2014 Hi, I'm here for the strap giveaway. I'd like the black with blue contrasting stitching and deployant clasp :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheSav 2 Posted April 16, 2014 :lmao: nice work Mazz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TK01 0 Posted April 16, 2014 Depends what type of straps u like , u can always pick up a genuine strap on eBay used or new but it's $500-$800 for a new strap depending on the watch model, PAM come with really nice straps. It all depends on the bracelet if u go with rubber breitling for example no one will know the difference , the mesh there will be a huge difference and the leather will feel like cardboard keep the buckle and get a genuine strap that's leather or order a custom strap from people on the forum they are nice !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Njcpellos 0 Posted April 16, 2014 Thank you for the sensible answers like the one above, all I was getting at is generally the Rolex replica even top end the strap gives them away ASAP as just feel light and rattle, just wonder if anyone had any advice to stop this etc. Thank you all for your time and great site ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piccolo 674 Posted April 16, 2014 You'd be surprised at how bad some of the older gen Rolex straps are. They too are light and rattle, so some of the reps are actually pretty close in this department! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JSJ 0 Posted April 16, 2014 When you say the straps rattle, I reckon you mean stainless steel bracelets. The top end rep bracelets I have are very similar to the gen bracelets I have. The gens tend to feel a little smoother but the reps are certainly as heavy. The best bracelets I have are CrPO DSSD Daytona Speedmaster And probably most gen-like of all is the 3777. The Speedmaster I had to polish some rough edges on the clasp but the others are good as supplied. All can do with a small amount of work and some good lubrication to make them excellent. You can't beat a good lube. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zinnboy 0 Posted April 16, 2014 Change your tittle, its very misleading. Now i am sad. you hurt my heart. Had me thinking you'd be giving away free straps... We've been cheated. Is it just me but the straps really give a replica away!! For example actual face watch looks great but as soon as you pick it up you can tell feels so different!! I have 2 gen rolex and, purchased sub from top sellers but for me the strap lets them down, feels light and rattles, I know these are replicas but with everything else looking great , surely something can be done to improve this. Any ideas guys ) I came for the free giveaway. Please change the title OP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aajaxx007 0 Posted April 17, 2014 I'm just going to blanket answer here and recommend an OEM or equivocal aftermarket strap/band in most cases. For me it adds that extra cache that makes the watch look the business. Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussP 22,603 Posted April 18, 2014 I haven't seen an original(?) replica strap that I like yet. Putting a decent strap on any rep gives its overall appearance a whole new lease of life. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JSJ 0 Posted April 18, 2014 Agree about the rep leather straps. They're dire. Where's me free one anyway? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Derek Mc 1 Posted April 18, 2014 I found that on my tag rep, the clasp alone is the big visual clue when open especially and I am now seeking an HQ replacement or clasp to address this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vreds 0 Posted May 14, 2014 Am I too late for the free strap giveaway from ARE? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevok2305 1 Posted May 14, 2014 Nah, just post your address on here and you'll get loads of interesting stuff free. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zufir 0 Posted May 17, 2014 We had a thread earlier this month debating weather to drop 500$ + on a gen bracelet and if it was worth it. Each had their own opinion but for myself I'd rather buy third party straps Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
potex 0 Posted May 18, 2014 The "leather" straps on reps are often pieces of rubber with a veneer glued to the outside. They look and feel horribly cheap and nasty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TK01 0 Posted May 18, 2014 That's why you just buy Ocean Racer breitling strap ! And solve all your problems Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Il_Paneristi 0 Posted May 19, 2014 That's why you just buy Ocean Racer breitling strap ! And solve all your problems That's a great idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
