Swiss Tropic original 1970's skin diver

This is a new old stock Swiss Tropic ORIGINAL band from the 1970's (we also have the 1960's version). We have very limited stock.

Openly referred to as the best aftermarket watch strap available (if of course you are able to get your hands on them, they went out of production in the 70's)

Back then if you wanted a rubber dive band for your Rolex Submariner rather than the metal bracelet, the watch would have been supplied by Rolex with a Swiss Tropic strap.

Personally we prefer to fit all/any vintage watches with these Swiss made straps as standard. It's a nice finishing touch and adds a bit of flair.

Vintage watches from the 50's and 60's in general have a lug size (band width) of either 16mm, 18mm, 19mm or 20mm, though some can be as small as 14mm. The majority of vintage Rolex models take a 19mm or 20mm strap.

A Tropic band will add value to any vintage watch (both financial and aesthetic).

Black 18mm with original gold tone buckle at £25
Blue 20mm with 'acier' marked buckle at £150

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