Integrated bracelet… sans bracelet.

A few folks I know prefer the softness of the rubber strap vs. bracelet. I have tried on the strap, but have not picked one up yet for mine.

The strap is SUPER soft, so I understand that. I think it’s a great complement to the bracelet and might be a better option in some situations. I guess I’m wondering if people would choose the strap in lieu of the bracelet.

Always straps.

That looks great on you! I would probably choose the strap in lieu of the bracelet. Not so much of a fan of bracelets anymore. Generally speaking, I am not a big fan of the integreated bracelet with how limiting it can be to pick different straps.

Where I met Andrew Morgan and his wife, they each had it on rubber straps.

It works…it’s an OEM option so it’s fine to go with it.

The strap looks great…I’d rock it for a while then do another test drive with the bracelet

I kinda hate bracelets. The only exception is my Rolex Explorer. Given any other option, I'll choose rubber, nato, or even canvas.

I Think it looks good on the rubber strap, but I would say the bracelet is what I would keep it on

I would prefer to wear it on the bracelet, but I would put it on the rubber from time to time to change it up. That being said I usually prefer to wear watches on bracelets over straps anyways.

That looks fantastic! I love the color and it really makes you focus on the dial.

But then again, Aqua is my favorite color. You could even pair that dial with a pink rubber strap...aqua and pink is total 1950s cool...

As I always say to my wife and my daughter when they are trying to decide...

Why choose 😉

I love bracelets, but some of them are scratch magnets. Especially when I’m working on the computer.

With the option to switch it up. I can put it on a rubber strap while using the computer.

Personally Meg I would always preach that opting out of taking the bracelet in the initial purchase is a mistake because doubling back for it later will always prove more difficult than a strap. That being said if you are really uninterested in bracelets typically and know your self not to care for them then the strap will be for you.

Additionally I personally don’t mind a cheaper strap after the fact for my watch so it makes it a no brainer to go bracelet.

It seems, we must again thank Patek Philippe in solving this issue for us with their release of the Aquanaut. Patek made a sports watch fashionable with a rubber strap!

Now if only they'd made those strap adapters fashionable too.

I want that to be a choice for my integrated sports watch!

I tend to shy away from bracelets because most don’t have quick-adjust and I’m picky about fit as my wrist shrinks and swells. A strap is an easy solution 😁

For those wired non watch people, The attitude towards bracelets been standard wear are changing they now wear a watch as a fashion accessory and use strap colours to make a statement or to match an outfit. The rules are out of the window.

I’ve never liked integrated watches on metal bracelets from any maker, just doesn’t agree with me but I do like the looks of them a ton more when they’re on a strap like this. Especially when the colour matches like this, looks great.

Watches with integrated steel bracelets are part of the masterplan from the Genta Legion to rule the world.

We must fight for freedom and proudly wear all kind of non-integrated straps, rubber, leather, sailcloth.

Love bracelets and integrated bracelets, but there’s very clear user cases to rubber straps on them. They can really save the day when you’re out and about in hot and humid climates while wanting to look cool with your integrated bracelet watch.

I prefer bracelets but often switch to rubber just for variety.

Each adds a different wearing experience to the watch and its fun to give the watch a different look.

My daughter just doesn’t like any kind of metal bracelet and would prefer straps/bands/natos as they offer more colour and fun for her

For me, it depends on the bracelet. If it’s comfy, and looks good, they’re great. But many can disappoint. I’m not sure about CW bracelets, but certainly for Tudor, I find the bracelets are a bit bulky, so I opt for rubber, fabric or leather.

It’s also fun to mix it up a bit!

For me it's personal preference, I normally almost always prefer a metal bracelet but depending on the situation or what I'm doing I particular being outdoors or something I'll opt for a gshock with a rubber strap but own a steel model as well

Both. This is the way 🤣 love the debate though

It’s a different watch but I run my Herbelin on an integrated rubber strap. I prefer the contrast it gives on rubber compared to the all steel bracelet, plus a have enough bracelets in my collection that I just grab one of them when I want. And the rubber is super comfy.

I ordered a blue titanium Twelve recently. I didn't get the bracelet. I prefer straps anyway and I didn't want to pay extra to scratch up a bracelet or have it sit in a box.

I think it is ok to change the integrated bracelet once in a while to have refreshed vibe on the watch, but I agree that the bracelet is an integral part fo the design. I wouldn't buy a watch like that without the bracelet.

I wish Tissot would have come out of the gate with rubber straps for the PRX...CW has got their stuff together

I prefer fkm rubber straps to bracelets on watches ,they make the watch lighter and are easier to adjust when your wrist expands during the day

It’s always nice to have both options.

Plus, I like to change straps when I can foresee me doing things that could easily lead to scratches.

I’m always a fan of strap changes and options. I have about a dozen straps for my Speedy and it’s so nice to have options for whatever occasion I want to wear it in. But I always buy watches on their bracelets first because that’s what the designer wanted the watch to look like. That is especially the case with an integrated bracelet. That’s part of the design. I’ve been wanting to get the Twelve in Nordic Blue, but I would add the rubber strap as an extra add-on.