There’s No Better Explorer. This Is A Strap Monster! M-124270

[@wrxra1]

Grey and black NATO. 007. Love it. Ian Fleming wore an explorer. Thanks for showing how good it looks on That particular NATO.

[@timemycollection]

I’m reluctant to take it off that nato. I’ve been meaning to try it on the Grey nato next. But the Bond nato is taking all the shine. Thanks for the comment 🙌🏾

[@40173k]

That watch looks stunning on any strap.

[@timemycollection]

Fully agree 👍🏾 Thank you

[@zoobee]

its a goddamn beauty. it accelerates with NATO straps. you were right to desire this watch so much. One watch to end them all.

[@timemycollection]

Thank you Jay, i’m so happy it matched my belief. The bracelet is also great but now i think i’ve hit a new level of love.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video man, I’m glad you brought up the issue about the tight fit. I completely messed up a brand new nato today because of this. Keep up the great work 👍🏼

[@timemycollection]

🤦🏾‍♂️ I lost two nato’s as well. I had to replace them because i loved them. Which tool do you use to remove the bracelet? I don’t think i can get mine back on, well i’m not trying but i don’t intend to until mid October, winter winter.

[@nvjenson]

I just bought a 214270 for this exact reason. Absolutely a strap monster. I love it on the green. I would have liked to have seen it on the yellow - I like that style, where is it from? Additionally I thought this model was 20mm? I'm a little concerned now...

[@timemycollection]

Unfortunately this model doesn’t allow easy strap change and strap wear. Your model and the 114270 are perfect with the 20mm. However, i use curved spring bars now and this solved the issue. I have some new videos with the bars and nato. The Explorer in any model is special 🙌🏾

[@darrenhall4212]

Superb! Love the green one

[@timemycollection]

Cheers - I eventually started wearing it and wearing it…

[@CamBurgerAndCheese]

God willing one day I’ll have this watch. It’s beautiful. Enjoy it man 👌🏾

[@timemycollection]

Thank you for the kind words! I look forward to when you get it. It’s neat, very neat! All the best.

[@ReefingDude]

Ameen brother

[@masanobuyamamoto6395]

Rolex explorer 1= the ultimate field watch

[@timemycollection]

I think so 🙌🏾

[@matthewhelm3035]

Pick up some good quality curved spring bars. That does the trick. NATOs will fit perfectly with ease. Cheers

[@timemycollection]

Any suggestions where from? I’ll try any 🙌🏾

[@scrhunter3901]

Really beautifull and a real strepmonster

[@timemycollection]

Totally agree, although I found the case damages natos as you thread them through. Have the put the Nato’s on then put the spring bars in to avoid that!

[@aussieexpatwatches]

Please don't buy any other watches. This is just beautiful.

[@timemycollection]

Haha I’m definitely cool for now 🙌🏾

[@AngelSanchez-qe3hz]

Nice video, thanks for sharing!!! Have you ever tried an Artem sailcloth on your Explorer?

[@timemycollection]

Hi Angel, I would love an Artem Strap on my Explorer but the case of the 124270 is difficult and can damage straps. The sailcloth straps are quite thick. I do have some, but i have no confidence in threading the curved spring bars through the sailcloth. Sadly! Thank you for subscribing

[@xL9Px]

Bro I own the Explorer 1 ref 214270 I can’t stop wearing it. It just works for any occasion. I have other watches but this is just my go to I love it. Love the straps bro.

[@timemycollection]

I love to hear that. It truly is the ONE watch needed. I currently want a Explorer 2 knowing I don’t need it. But yeah the Explorer is killing it! Do you wear yours on Nato or just bracelet. During the time of this video I wasn’t really a bracelet fan until i took it on a ski trip and the bracelet smashed it. If it got wet, no damp. Just warmed up under my clothes and with my body temp. The only issue is, some screws started to unscrew slightly ha! Maybe due to the cold and hot. Just got them tightened back in the UK. All good! Moral of the story. I love the bracelet more now 😎

[@chaitanyakonduru2271]

Nice video. One tip for anyone swapping Nato straps on Rolexes - If you prefer not to damage your watch or the nato straps it might be better to first remove the spring bars and then place the watch into the right spot on the Nato strap and then reinsert the spring bars. I found that better (not necessarily easier) than sliding Natos after placing the spring bars. Truth be told - switching a Rolex from Bracelet to Nato straps is always such a pain. Omegas are such a breeze to work with :).

[@timemycollection]

Thank you. I found this way in the end! Luckily for me, i’ve found peace with the bracelet and i enjoy it as much as natos. Plus i wear natos on my other watches. It’s definitely a pain with this watch! Thanks for the comment 🙌🏾 All the best

[@aussieexpatwatches]

Also recommend the esslinger "premium" spring bar tool. Very expensive but very easy to get those solid end links on and off.

[@timemycollection]

I just about managed to get it off. I’ll have to take it to the shop to get it back on 😂

[@aussieexpatwatches]

I love seeing you enjoy your explorer.

[@timemycollection]

Greatly appreciated - Your first video’s gave me real joy of looking at the Explorer

[@juice7546]

Great video. I have a 114270 and similar spring bar issues so happy to watch this. I’m not sure if I need to go skinny straight spring bar or a curved bar. Any feedback?

[@timemycollection]

Curved for sure. Skinny bar may compromise strength. Curved have been fantastic for me. Outstanding to date!

[@るーさん-j1l]

Love your watch collection

[@timemycollection]

🎉🎉 Thank you

[@piquetuk]

Looks great, I'd go for a sand/khaki NATO, my favourite. To avoid damaging the strap lay it over the back of the watch & put the springbars on top rather than pulling it through. Field watch on a NATO, it's perfect.

[@timemycollection]

Thank you so much. I think the strap got some damage from putting it on and pulling it through. Slight damage. But i’ll bare that in mind. When changing the strap i’ll remove the bars as it will be easy with the head link. I’m after a khaki/sand/dark grey field colours 🙌🏾

[@timemycollection]

Ever so slight line on the nato through the middle. I just checked. Only noticeable when playing in the light. I’m going to try and order some straps now before i leave the house.

[@timemycollection]

New video was from your info. I shouted you out as you told me how to change the strap. Thank you!

[@jthompson1963]

Nice video mate! That bergeon tool is 100% worth the money btw.... a game changer as can line up the watch with the strap and put the bars back super easy.

[@timemycollection]

I just got them a few days ago. I needed them from day one! Thanks for stopping by & happy new year 🙌🏾

[@BLR653]

Bergeron tool makes life so much easier - got my 124270 bracelet right off

[@timemycollection]

Thanks for the comment Brian. 100% I’ve just taken long to get it. It’s mu fault! I will only be able to put the bracelet on with that tool anyway, so i have to get it 😂.

[@svavvv]

Great video! I have debating whether curved spring bars are the way to go, just concerned whether they will pop off easily when using them. I know Strapify sells 19mm ones, have you had a try?

[@timemycollection]

I haven’t heard of that brand. The ones I have , have been great. Absolutely no issue at all. Unfortunately curved spring bars is the only way with this model really.

[@C10CRZN]

Looks pretty good to me.

[@CH-gp8cq]

If you ordered curved spring bars would that help?

[@timemycollection]

I managed to get some and they really helped out. Thank you 🙌🏾

[@Handburdger]

Man that grey nato looks fantastic!!!

[@timemycollection]

Thank you. I haven’t worn it out yet, but you’ve motivated me. I’ll throw some pics up on my Instagram!

[@jongoodman7563]

The green nato is bangin’. Congrats!

[@timemycollection]

Thank you so much

[@MrConraA]

Just need some good quality curved spring bars and you'll be set👌

[@timemycollection]

I’ll search for these. Thanks. I’ve recently put on the bracelet and i’m loving it again, so i’m not sure when it will go back on nato. But with curved spring bars for sure!

[@bharatagarwalla8873]

any recommendation on where to get good quality 19mm curved spring bars for exp1. I thing i am not sure if we need 1.8mm or 1.5 mm is ofrei have 1.5mm but few other places i see 1.8mm.

[@robertdukes4420]

My grail watch! Nice buy! Looks amazing on natos too. Great to know it’s not an easy fit. Anyone who’s used curved spring bars - do they stay in place perfectly? Not being straight I wonder if they’d be more liable to pop out.

[@vml9453]

Grey one is perfect.

[@timemycollection]

Thank you - It’s my most used. Currently in the wash 😂👊🏾

[@G3ekbox]

Consider getting some curved spring bars to make it a bit easier to feed NATOs through.

[@timemycollection]

Yes! Are they more likely to pop out due to the curve?! I’ll research… Thank you

[@G3ekbox]

@@timemycollection I haven’t had it happen to me. But the good thing about the double-pass NATO strap is that if one springbar fails, you won’t lose your watch.

[@timemycollection]

@@G3ekbox oh yeah. Very true! I’ll try some out. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@joeschlicht]

Looks fantastic on the gray and green NATO... what is the black NATO with the British flag on it? Love that Seamaster, btw, and looks even better on that canvas NATO than the bracelet. My favorite simple G10 style NATOS are from Gnomon, but sadly they aren't making any more due to the popularity of the seatbelt and woven styles that sell much better for them (according to them when I asked). I've tried some others and haven't been as satisfied.

[@timemycollection]

Thanks for the comment. I love new nato stores. I’ll check out that brand. The black nato is made from military products by “stevostraps” and you can find him on google, instagram ect. Quality strap!

[@sjjenkins08]

I decided to bite the bullet and buy two of the Vagenari integrated straps. Have you tried those before? They should be here by Friday. Fingers crossed! I do have this watch on the Bark & Jack 19mm gray nato. I love that one.

[@timemycollection]

I haven’t heard of them. I’m super happy you’ve mentioned them. I will check them out asap. Please do share with me on instagram pics of how they look. I’m looking forward to them arriving for you as well 🙌🏾

[@OLMmedic]

Strap monster for sure

[@timemycollection]

It can do anything.

[@philwilson5610]

Great vid mate I’ve been searching for ages for it , I’ve been petrified for a year to take the bracelet off personally 😅

[@timemycollection]

Thank you. It was nerve racking 😅 taking off the bracelet. However, it was easy and i’m sure there’s no dents in the lugs 😂. Being totally honest, the bracelet is fantastic and it held me back to want to take off the bracelet. But i’m happy i did! I’ve just uploaded a new video because the 124270 design isn’t made for Nato’s and it can damage the straps. So if you intend of changing strap, i’ll say watch that so you can avoid damaging your straps. I’ve just re bought two of my nato’s as i’ve realised how they damage when threading it through. All the best.

[@philwilson5610]

@@timemycollection it looks unreal on the NATO’s mate , was thinking of a sailcloth strap aswell maybe in grey or a vintage leather. Like you say it’s a strap monster . Keep it up and more vids please pal . Is the seamaster the vintage re release ? We’ve got the same taste in watches mate 😂

[@timemycollection]

Thank you comments and kind words🙌🏾👌🏾👍🏾 @@philwilson5610 yep 😊 the 1957 Trilogy. I love the modern vintage look. Hence why this Explorer is my grail. You, me and I.D Guy from youtube have the same taste. He also has the Trilogy Seamaster 🙌🏾

[@이상민-g3k]

Beautiful combination.🎉 What Is that bond nato brand??

[@이상민-g3k]

And i want to know that grey nato brand😊

[@timemycollection]

Watch gecko 🙌🏾

[@_sr]

Classy watch and a real strap monster. I love the green and the bond natos. What is your wrist size?

[@timemycollection]

Thank you - Around 6.5 inches 👍🏾

[@johncoyle8191]

In my opinion modern Rolex models are much nicer on the iconic bracelet . On older modelI i would change straps but not on new ones , the bracelets on these watches are superb

[@timemycollection]

I fully agree with you. The bracelet’s are super. My nato preference it only to make the watch look more casual, so I can wear it more in and around London where i live. Also, i like how they look 😊 But yes the bracelets on this is Explorer is 10/10.

[@rcm4u2]

Check out the 1016, it has lug holes, which make strap changes much easier!

[@timemycollection]

1016 is a watch I can’t afford or trust to buy from someone 😂 I love the 1016, that’s what got me into the Explorer. I bought a Smiths Everest to scratch the itch. Then opportunity came to get a 124270 & with obtaining that, i gave my Smiths to a good friend who never takes it off. Thanks for stopping by.

[@LitoTurTo]

would you mind sharing where you found your 19mm NATOs? Thank you!

[@timemycollection]

Hi Jon, Yes it’s difficult to find them. I’ve been looking for new ones! However, watch obsession, watch gecko and cheapnatostraps are great. Maybe watch gecko the best for stock and quality! All the best!

[@시작이네또]

20mm nato?

[@timemycollection]

All 19mm 🙌🏾

[@시작이네또]

Thanks😄😄

[@TalesFromTheCrypt]

Great channel subbing

[@timemycollection]

Cheers for the comment & Thank you for subbing. Greatly appreciated 🙌🏾

[@ctrangedemon]

just buy bended springbars and you fit anything

[@timemycollection]

Any suggestions of where from?!

[@Axm103]

How big is this Rolex 41mm?

[@timemycollection]

@@Axm103 36mm

[@Axm103]

​​@@timemycollection thank you for the information. What do you think? What is better on this watch? Which bracelet, strap NATO or normal bracelet from Rolex?

[@timemycollection]

@@Axm103 the bracelet might be the winner. The Artem Strap hydroflex strao then natos.

[@michaelriera6277]

Firstly, looks great on a nato. Was there any case damage when removing the bracelet?

[@timemycollection]

No damage, but it was difficult! I’ll need some some tools (tweezers) to put it back on for sure. But i’m not going to attempt it. I’m going to the shop to get it back on unless i’ve got the bergeon 7825’s by the time i want the bracelet out. Thanks for the comment 🙌🏾

[@robertdukes4420]

Also, what thickness natos are you able to get on it? 1.2mm?

[@timemycollection]

Yes . 1.2 however, anything thicker with leave prints on the nato!

[@robertdukes4420]

@@timemycollection appreciate the reply thanks

[@dinamiena6186]

Hey mate ! Nice video ? I’ve swap my old 114270 explorer for the 124270… do you feel that the taper in the bracelet with 19mm lugs make it look dainty ? Initially I have a little shock because the older one was 20mm. What’s your wrist size by the way ?

[@timemycollection]

Hi there, My wrist size is 6.5. I don’t think it looks dainty at all. Sometimes it looks big in my opinion. Many people ask if it’s the 36 or 40 on Instagram ect. If you can try one on at the AD that will be best. I think, people will enjoy this watch if the like 36mm. The dimensions are boss!

[@dinamiena6186]

@@timemycollection thanks for your reply I also have 16.5” wrist ! Looks awesome in your hand not small at all ! Is just my initial perception as I was used in the 20mm bracelet size . Looks nice in nato but I always loved Rolex on bracelet. Cheers

[@timemycollection]

@@dinamiena6186 I love watches on a nato but, the 124270 has been on a bracelet for the longest period ever. I love it! If you do manage to get the new one or try one on, please let me know 🙌🏾 All the best

[@theannouncer5538]

My brother in christ, this is sacrilege😂

[@timemycollection]

I had to google Sacrilege. When I read the definition I laughed out LOUD! Sorry man 🤦🏾‍♂️, I love Nato’s 😂

[@Leventgursoy11]

Try black nato

[@timemycollection]

I’ve got a black ribbed nato on the way 🙌🏾. I’ll post on my Instagram when it’s on.

[@mkphilly]

Sorry, Nato straps don't do it for me

[@timemycollection]

Only on this watch or all?

[@Ferien7]

That watch is way too dressy for nato straps. It should be paired only with dressy leather straps and the bracelet.

[@timemycollection]

I think it would look great on leathers. And i now love the bracelet. I don’t think it can’t do nato’s. For the story of the watch, nato’s could be more comfortable and practical than the bracelet when hiking/mountaineering. However, all down to opinion. I can say, when i made this video i was thinking Nato’s all the way. But now i have the bracelet sized correctly and it looks and feels great. I’m very sporty and wear this watch to what i want in it. All the best.

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

That's not a strap monster...a Panerai is a strap monster (and a much better watch).

[@timemycollection]

I’ve never really seen a Panerai on Nato’s? I think i’ve been in the shop once and liked the smaller watches. 38mm. But yeah, feel & say what you want. We all have different opinions 👍🏾