Rubber Watch Straps

When you think of a Rubber Watch Straps by CNS, the image that pops up is of a sporty, rugged alternative to a plastic strap in the 1960’s. This was the era when scuba diving became a more widely accepted activity. Watch manufacturers started supplying divers with straps to make them look a little more ‘athletic’ and this is where the tropic strap was born.

Carlo Crocco, the founder of Hublot was a pioneer in this field as he wanted to offer a comfortable and durable rubber strap option for his watches. He spent 3 years and $1M developing a special formula that could meet his expectations of durability and comfort. The result is a rubber that feels good against the skin, doesn’t attract lint, dust and dirt and doesn’t smell like your typical rubber.

Affordable Rubber Watch Straps to Upgrade Your Watch

There are several types of rubber used for these watch straps. The most common type is PU rubber. This is a durable polymer and can be easily shaped and colored to create different styles. Another popular option is silicon rubber which offers a more supple feel than PU. Another option is Vulcanized rubber which goes through a process called vulcanisation that makes it stronger and more resistant to environmental factors.