How to Change a Watch Strap on a Rolex Submariner, Tudor Pepsi GMT or Omega Seamaster

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I will introduce you to the Tudor Blackbay Pepsi GMT and try 3 straps, including the factory steel bracelet, factory leather and a Crafter Blue rubber strap. The methods I use to change the straps in the video are my own, and can be applied to other watches and brands such as Omega and Rolex. I'll tell you what I think and show you how they look on the wrist and with different outfits.
Time Stamps:
1:06 Tudor Pepsi GMT Review
3:27 Tudor Pepsi Brown Leather Strap Review
4:26 Crafter Blue Rubber Strap Review for Tudor Blackbay
6:15 How to prevent damage to your watch when changing straps
8:19 How to use a spring bar tool to remove a bracelet
9:57 How to fit a Leather Strap to a Tudor Pepsi
13:15 How to fit a Crafter Blue Rubber Strap to a Tudor Pepsi
16:23 Best Strap for a Tudor Pepsi GMT. My thoughts.
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@jerrytaylor2743 Жыл бұрын

Just bought a black bay and a leather strap, thanks for the video. I really enjoy your content

@mats4oz 3 жыл бұрын

You mounted the strap upside down. When you turn your wrist, the text and the tudor shield should be the right way :)

@TZOID08 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the time you took to make this informative video. I own a Black Bay GMT as well and typically prefer bracelets on my watches but options are good.

@WhiskeyMikeSix 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you for sharing!

@ckaraca 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect , Thank you dude. All of them great 👍 but my favorite Leather 👌

@TZOID08 3 жыл бұрын

Great information..... Thank you

@steffydog 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks

@jilwatches8495 4 жыл бұрын

Top drawer stuff loving your style 👌

@michaelfierman3256 4 жыл бұрын

well that was definitely worth watching. I have a Black Bay 36 on the bracelet which I love, but i am VERY hesitant to try to change the bracelet myself. I will probably order the leather strap for it once winter approaches, but in the meantime i think I will buy some of that tape you are using. Very useful!

@wimbraber944 Жыл бұрын

I’d love to see the rubber strap with a deployment clasp. The best of both worlds as the leather strap makes the watch case seem to tower above the wrist. From the wearer’s vantage point.

@timothythomas1626 3 жыл бұрын

I use the 3-M Cling Wrap it is the same type of cling they use on some watches . It has no adhesive. However sticks to sapphire and stainless .

@Eric_Nielsen 4 жыл бұрын

Your debut is really well done! Up there (and above) a lot of the starting-block stumblings of channels with many 10s (or 100s) of thousands following.

@ml6008 2 жыл бұрын

While I shall defer to you when it comes to identifying casual versus formal as you have the British accent and are thus infinitely classier than I with my awful New York accent I believe, the leather is the dressier strap. I have just picked this exquisite watch today on the leather strap and I’m head over heels. The AD did not have it in stock on the bracelet so I ordered that separately. This is a great video, thanks for sharing!

@TheEnglishWatch 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. The accent is genuine, but don’t assume class comes as standard 😉. It’s a fantastic watch and I’ve worn the hell out of it recently on the bracelet. It’s great to have options and congrats on your acquisition.

@drkesrf 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I just bought my Tudor GMT on the leather. I think it’s a good combo of light weight but strong enough to stabilize the weight of the case. I also think the reddish brown goes very well with the bezel. I am interested in a rubber strap solely for water/sweat purposes to preserve my leather, so I’ll take a look at this brand during my search.

@Audittr2108 4 жыл бұрын

Well done mate and good luck with the channel. I have a navy leather strap from Watch Gecko which looks great on the GMT and a navy with red stripe Marine Nationale which is my favourite choice when not on the bracelet. It’s the bracelet that I return to the most though and wear 95% of the time.

@alecleamus3280 3 жыл бұрын

I've just discovered your channel, and I'm glad I did. The strap changing tutorial alone is the best I've seen on YT, and will give me the confidence to give it a go myself at home! As for the strap question, it's a resounding vote for leather on this watch. I've happily subscribed and I look forward to watching your other vids in the coming days and future content as your channel progresses.

@TheEnglishWatch 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nigel. Much appreciated.

@paulbrookman6799 Жыл бұрын

good video...I have just bought the Tudor GMT on the leather strap, I have a 7 3/4 wrist and it is only just long enough to my surprise, lol, everyone on youtube wearing this variant must have small wrists

@stationplaza4631 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Gives me an idea for my coke 1953 Invicta.

@nigeldarcy 3 жыл бұрын

Crafter blue for me I put one on my blacked out seiko but I also bought black metal work too

@albylive4473 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. I think I’m going to order the rubber for my GMT. Great tips for removing and fitting I have subscribed keep up the good work. Fingers crossed, I may not need to buy the strap 😜

@VinderGroup3 Жыл бұрын

Nice job, I’ve just bought a GMT on bracelet and am looking at some strap options, the pliers or tweezers can be expensive for the good makes but probably a sensible choice. Wow you’re good at putting the straps on without tape on the lugs 😮

@TheEnglishWatch Жыл бұрын

I have years of practice and show the scars on a few pieces where I probably should have used tape. The Tudor is easy though and the spring bars are pretty compliant. Omega…..OMG!

@MiKeWaRdSmElLsNiCe 4 жыл бұрын

Only 1min in but liked and subbed because the colour of the tea was just right hahaa

@TheEnglishWatch 4 жыл бұрын

Michael Ward it was my first proper attempt. Forgot about the tea. Maybe it will make a come back.

@kemosaabe 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the watch tube Andy. Great non-pretentious video with nice English touches. I look forward to your future ones. 👍🏼

@kemosaabe 4 жыл бұрын

Oh, and for me the bracelet sets the GMT off really nicely. I’m not a fan of the rubber as if I wanted a beach watch, I’d rather grab a G-Shock Casioak and know I can knock it about a bit.

@BoyCypriot 4 жыл бұрын

Paul Davies Hi Paul, I’ve just purchased this watch with the bracelet but I’ve just received the Leather strap. I’ve bought the Burgeon tool in your link but can you please send me a link to the tool you used to remove the leather strap? Thanks

@TheEnglishWatch 4 жыл бұрын

BoyCypriot bare with me and I’ll try and get a link. Apologies for the delay.

@andrewkendall8744 4 жыл бұрын

BoyCypriot I have updated the video with the link. amzn.to/2xziJNd

@BoyCypriot 4 жыл бұрын

Andrew Kendall thank you

@edk2221 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a steel bracelet guy, so that’s my choice. Most of my watches are on bracelets. Although, recently I’ve gotten in to Chevron Natos by Crown and Buckle

@mjojrjr6231 2 жыл бұрын

Probably steel for me Mate, but already ordered a leather and a rubber 😅

@mrb317 4 жыл бұрын

Wondering what it would like if you were to add the Pelagus endlinks/rubber strap

@TheEnglishWatch 4 жыл бұрын

Mr B good question. Maybe one of the viewers has that combination and can share their thoughts.

@mchoch4576 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, what type of spring bars you use for the Tudor, just in case one breaks, I am getting my watch Monday so very excited, and what type would you use for the Rolex GMT (2016 Batman) thank you very much and happy new year

@TheEnglishWatch 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve only used the original Tudor bars on my GMT. I have a ton of cheapos, and you can tell the difference. There’s plenty of equivalent ones available or you can ask your AD to order some.....at a price.

@mchoch4576 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheEnglishWatch Appreciate your opinion, I have a Barton spring bar tool , which I've used on my Mido Ocean Star GMT & my Seiko SKX009 (the seiko I learned removal of straps), so far all my replacement straps I've been using Barton Elite Silicone with quick release, I happen to like them, but my Rolex im rocking oyster bracelet & haven't change the bracelet there & don't think I will,but the Tudor i am planning too. Thanks again happy new year

@Dr_LK 4 жыл бұрын

What about trying the 3rd strap option from Tudor for the bb gmt?

@TheEnglishWatch 4 жыл бұрын

I haven’t tried the fabric strap. It’s not for me, but I hear they are good quality.

@nigeldarcy 3 жыл бұрын

Hi great video I’ve got the crafter blue on another watch I’ve got . I ordered it with black metal work too and it had two rubber holders so I did away with the metal bit you didn’t like 👍 ps I prefer bracelet or rubber leather is a no no fit me on that Tudor sorry . I’ve subscribed

@TheEnglishWatch 3 жыл бұрын

No worries. Thought you were apologising for subscribing 🤣. Mines been on the bracelet for a few months now. It’s grown on me.

@TheChapsGuide 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, very helpful. I’m in the market for a leather strap for my own TUDOR GMT. How are you finding that TUDOR leather strap so far? Would you recommend it? Excellent video quality by the way, I’m a new KZfaqr (in later-life, aged 50) too. It’s quite an interesting avenue to take. Hope to see more great vids from you soon. Ash

@TheEnglishWatch 4 жыл бұрын

The Chap's Guide thanks for the lovely comment. I’ve kept my GMT on leather strap duty for most of the time I’ve had it. I don’t wear it formally, so this is my dress down watch. No complaints.

@TheEnglishWatch 4 жыл бұрын

Khs Mn mine was an a accessory, so put it on as I would any other with the long piece away from the 6 o’clock. Tried it the ‘Tudor way’ and didn’t like it.

@kashifqureshy8587 2 жыл бұрын

Friend can u tell me how to get this exact Tudor strap for my Tudor Black Bay GMT Automatic Watch appreciate if you could guide or arrange for me. Regards Kashif from Pakistan

@TheEnglishWatch 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure if you contact Tudor directly or your nearest authorised dealer they’ll be able to help.

@House_Of_Cards_ 2 жыл бұрын

The leather is my favorite. I love it. Looks so elegant and sporty at the same time. The metal bracelet looks terrible in my opinion. Feels like something a new rich will wear. I know it sounds absurd, but that is the vibe I get form that. I will buy this watch with the leather strap, then maybe get an after market metal bracelet.

@HL-OOI 3 жыл бұрын

Does the bazel still turn smoothly for the rubber strap? It’s Crafter Blue right..

@TheEnglishWatch 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. No restrictions.

@HL-OOI 3 жыл бұрын

I have all the tools ready but haven’t tried changing it yet..so far any scratches on the inner lugs? 😁

@TheEnglishWatch 3 жыл бұрын

You just can’t avoid tiny little marks. Taping, having a steady hand and good set of tools is the only way.

@HL-OOI 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheEnglishWatch hahaha..ya especially when u wiggle the springbar to find the hole.. I think quick release springbar is good..

@slugtoenail Жыл бұрын

@@HL-OOI for sure. I'd probably keep the tape on when doing the other straps too. I've scratched lugs with just the spring bars when changing straps.

@slugtoenail Жыл бұрын

It would be nice if all straps were quick change.

@TonyTen13 4 жыл бұрын

Where did you buy the leather strap?

@TheEnglishWatch 4 жыл бұрын

Bought it from my local Tudor AD, Goldsmiths in UK. I think it was around £300, but had some vouchers so only paid £120. It is a great strap and suits the watch really well. I’m a sucker for OEM straps.

@lukehutchins6545 2 жыл бұрын

Which tweezers are they?

@TheEnglishWatch 2 жыл бұрын

If you follow the link to my web site, there are links to the tools I use. theenglishwatch.com/hints-and-tips/

@lukehutchins6545 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheEnglishWatch thanks. Hoping I can use the tweezers like you did haha

@Tube-bank 2 жыл бұрын

What width polyimide tape are you using? It looks like 10mm? Great video and very helpful.

@TheEnglishWatch 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, 10mm. Just wide enough for fat lugs. Thanks for watching.

@Tube-bank 2 жыл бұрын

Andy, thanks very much. I'll get some.

@markwolfson2023 3 жыл бұрын

The pointed ends of the straps are too large, especially the rubber one. The manufacturers should offer different sizes/mix/match. With a 7 inch wrist with 50mm lugs, the correct size should be no greater than 115 (112 ideal), 75-80, as an example, 115/75. No one but Michael Knapp does this (for leather). I am finding all my diver rubber strap pointed ends are too long. And ideally, the buckle end should be placed at the middle of the underside of the wrist. With the proper sizing, one should not need a 2nd keeper.