IS THIS RUBBER STRAP WORTH $220? | EVEREST WATCH BANDS

$220 is a wild about to pay for about 6 inches worth of rubber, but lets see if there is anything worth that price coming out of Everest watch bands.
#everestbands #rolex #explorer

[@hellraisingvtec]

Thanks for the video and I'm with you.$220 for rubber is crazy. But what other real alternatives do we have that fit so well? Rubber B and Everest and both 200-250 right?

[@charliekennedy91]

I got one for my Tudor Heritage Chrono and I’m very happy with it …. Yes it’s expensive for a rubber strap but not in relation to the price of the watch and it has exceeded every other rubber strap that I have owned as far as quality and fit and finish. Do it!

[@CrocodileJock]

Your watch looks great on the rubber, transforms it!

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

I do love it a lot, but feels still super pricey

[@douglasmstewart]

I was on the fence about these and I still am. However, I appreciate the honest review and subbed because of it. When I first saw this band I instantly wanted it for my explorer. I just love a rubber band with a good clasp. But $220 is high. I thought a clasp came with it for that price.

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Yeah it’s $220 for just the rubber. I do love that you use your own real Rolex clasp and not some cheap one (they do have the ones that are non claps straps) but I am wearing it a lot and do like it, it’s just a lot for what you get

[@douglasmstewart]

I’d love to be able to just get a second Rolex clasp tbh. I wonder if I could just order one from Rolex. I can’t imagine how much that would cost though

[@douglasmstewart]

One thing I forgot to ask: do you use loctite when swapping the clasp? I had to add a link to my regular bracelet and everyone told me to use loctite. I tried it first without it and it’s been fine. And I’m doing constant manual labor with the watch on. A ton of harsh movement, vibration, etc. But that might just be a fluke and maybe I should’ve used it

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

@douglasmstewart I didn’t but I have in my bracelet. It’s been fine without it so wonder if the rubber keeps whatever causes it to back out to a minimum

[@douglasmstewart]

Ok thanks. And it’s entirely possible that the rubber dampens shock and vibration. I’m still on the fence about these straps. I think at $150 I wouldn’t even blink. Not sure why $220 seems so insane.

[@BIGSTEPPER_]

Thanks for the video very helpful. What size is your wrist for reference?

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Right around 7.25 inches

[@Dncemnky]

How do you feel about the strap after a few weeks now? Still not worth? Also love how worn in your watch is, super cool and glad it is being enjoyed rather than babied

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

I do really enjoy it, and it’s a great product, but I still think the price for what you get is a bit steep

[@mau2494]

Hi man, Is the strap fit exactly as the steel bracelet? I’m kind of in between sizes right know. So I don’t know if I should expect the same fit. Slightly looser? Tighter? All this assuming I choose the same link configuration as the one I have on the bracelet. Thanks

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

The rubber is slightly looser than my watch bracelet. I usually have my clasp extension extended always on the metal but I can easily close it and still have room with the rubber

[@davidcrane7603]

Good video. Is that the the 36mm Explorer, or the 40mm?

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

39! It’s the first version of the 214270

[@volcanobro8443]

I have the same watch! What do you think? I’m looking at Everest and rubber b. But part of me thinks I should just enjoy the oyster bracelet!

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

I think if you don’t think about the cost it’s amazing, I’ve been wearing it in hot climates and it’s super comfortable. Could you find a equal quality one for way less, I kinda think so but also for the cost of the watch it’s cheap so my decision is still out haha

[@douglasmstewart]

Does anyone else make one where the clasp attaches to it?

[@Oooiebaby]

Couldn’t agree more I recently purchased a DASSARI fitted band for Rolex models for ~$100. Felt disappointed because it definitely shouldn’t have cost ~$100

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Yeah I’m torn because I do love it but less at that price

[@chrism721]

I purchased the brown curved leather band from Everest ($240.00) and it lasted all of 6 months before it started unraveling. I emailed them about this and all I got was the 7-day exchange only reply. Save your and go with a different brand.

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Yeah for their prices they appear to have awful customer service

[@dpd2k105]

I looked at this company for my 39mm explorer, not sure I’m gonna pull the trigger. Looks good but a bit expensive

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Agreed! This is the 39 as well, love the look but not the price

[@Alberto250212]

I'd go for a 30 dollar StrapsCo oyster flex everyday of the week and twice on Sunday haha. On and at least it comes on a plastic bag instead of paper lol

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

I’ll give those a try next lol

[@Alberto250212]

They're really good, I really do recommend them

[@georgeii2629]

I think that this rubber strap doesn't look very good on your Explorer. I don't know if that's because of the "Everest" brand or the color. Maybe white would be better. On the Yachtmaster, however, I really like the Oyster-Flex.

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Eh I like it

[@BLR653]

In the same vein $9k for a Rolex is a lot of money. Seiko makes a great watch for $550. The bands are nice and the only option for a custom length - with Rubber B you have to cut the strap your self and the 6 o'clock side link is a fixed length. I do think Vanguard straps are similar quality for a lot less money ($120) but they do not offer a deployment clasp option - just tang.

[@frankthetank5013]

They are $250 now!

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Jeez, that is def too much lol

[@ricardomaldini6508]

I think rubber straps make watches look cheap.

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Some watches sure, but there are a lot with rubber that are stunning EXPENSIVE watches

[@HRM.H]

Can buy 5 straps for this price, no thanks 😂 calling everest "custom made" is a joke aswell. No quick adjust, no quick release so what are you paying for?

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

You can buy 1000 watches for the cost of a Rolex, that isn’t a great argument on value.

[@joshdavis2836]

Rolex’s aren’t worth the asking price. Let’s be honest. You pay to play so buying the band isn’t that expensive when you factor in the watch price

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Thats true, but that just opens the door for someone to come back a better product with better customer service because people will pay and Everest is working hard to not keep those customers

[@megane230f1]

Nothing is worth the price its what people are willing to pay.

[@alanchappell4845]

How to make an Explorer look s**t

[@NotAnotherWatchChannel]

Sure bud

[@marcusherts9345]

Nice strap, not worth $220, I’ve seen better for $50