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FS: Tropic type rubber dive bands rare styles, sizes


NINE STYLES OF 19MM AND 20MM TROPIC TYPE STRAPS

NEW OLD STOCK ORIGINAL BANDS FROM THE 1960s/70s


Here is a variety of black rubber 19mm and 20mm Tropic type bands. These straps are all New Old Stock from the 1960s and ‘70s, and are increasingly difficult to find in these larger sizes. The straps all are the unsigned type. They have their original stainless steel buckles. The spring bar holes are about 2mm size. The straps take 16mm size buckles, if you want to substitute a signed buckle.

PRICE: All sizes and styles are $35, plus shipping costs.

As with most of my NOS stock, the supply of these straps is limited.

DISCOUNTED PACKAGE DEALS, WITH FREE U.S. OR CANADIAN SHIPPING:

Any 2 bands for $70

Any 4 bands for $125

Package Deals above include free shipping with tracking in the United States or USPS First Class International to Canada. Buyers in other countries, email for shipping costs.


1) 19MM PERFORATED

Classic Tropic type perforated bands with the small holes in the basket-weave finish. Great for Seikos and other 19mm watches.

The straps measure 7 7/8 inches placed end to end, not including the buckle. Single sliding keeper. Strap is 3.5mm thick at the watch end.






2) 20MM PERFORATED STRAIGHT ENDS

Classic 20mm perforated Tropic type band with the basket-weave finish. A staple in anybody’s collection for your Submariner, Speedmaster or other 20mm watch.

The straps measure 7 7/8 inches placed end to end, not counting the buckle. Single sliding keeper. Strap is 4mm thick at the watch end.






3) 20MM TROPIC SPORT BIG HOLES STYLE

These are Tropic Sport style straps with the big holes. Ideal for anything from a Heuer to a Submariner or even a Blancpain Fifty Fathoms.

The straps measure 7 3/8 inches placed end to end, not including buckle. Single sliding keeper. Strap is 4mm thick at the watch end.






4) 20MM SLOTTED STYLE

Sleep tapered shape with open slots and basket-weave finish on this Tropic type band. A slightly smoother appearance than many other Tropic styles.

The straps measure 7 3/4 inches placed end to end, not including the buckle. Single sliding keeper. Strap is 3.5mm thick at the watch end.






5) 19MM JUBILEE STYLE

Rubber strap shaped like a Jubilee bracelet, very comfortable design. Hidden buckle tang holes. Easy to use on a 20mm watch, too, as shown on the Submariner below.

The straps measure 7 3/4 inches placed end to end, not including the buckle. Single sliding keeper. Strap is 3.5mm thick at the watch end.





6) 20MM PERFORATED WITH OVAL HOLES

Great combination of full perforations and narrow oval holes on this Tropic type band style, with the classic basket-weave finish across the band.

The straps measure 7 5/8 inches placed end to end, not including the buckle. Double sliding keepers. Strap is 4mm thick at the watch end.





7) 20MM PERFORATED WITH ROUND HOLES

These are very unique with the perforations and also three round holes on each side of the strap, with the classic basket-weave finish throughout the band.

The straps measure 7 1/2 inches placed end to end, not including the buckle. Double sliding keeper. Strap is 4mm thick at the watch end.






8) 20MM RECTANGULAR HOLES

These have the large rectangular holes in the Heuer style. Nice thick rubber with a slight calf grain in it.

Standard length measuring a generous 7 5/8 inches placed end to end, not counting the buckle. Single sliding keeper. Strap is 3.5mm thick at the watch end.





9) 20MM PERFORATED CURVED ENDS

Classic 20mm perforated Tropic type band with the basket-weave finish, but with the curved ends to match the curve of your Submariner or other fine watch. A staple in anybody’s collection for Speedmaster, dive watch or other 20mm watch.

The straps measure 8 inches placed end to end, not counting the buckle. Double sliding keepers. Strap is 4mm thick at the watch end.



PRICE

$35 each for any size or style

SHIPPING

U.S. shipping for $2.95 for USPS First Class shipping in the United States or $3.95 for USPS First Class International to Canada. USPS Priority shipping in the U.S. for $5.95 for any number of straps.

PACKAGE DEALS

ANY 2 STRAPS FOR $70
ANY 4 STRAPS FOR $125
including free U.S. or Canadian shipping with tracking
(buyers in other countries email for shipping costs)

International shipping to most countries for $4.95 for any number of straps via USPS First Class International or $12.95 for faster service by Priority International.

PAYMENT

Paypal to billmahoney@aol.com or mail payments by check or money order accepted.

I also have 22mm perforated Tropic type bands with curved ends. Email me at billmahoney@aol.com if you need addition information.

I have many references here. Thanks - Bill Mahoney

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