Whether you’re a dive master, a sports lover or just like to play hard, there’s no better choice for your luxury watch than a rubber strap. Unlike leather, it’s waterproof, rugged and secure.

Whether you’re looking for an extra-fine piece for your next luxury watch or simply want to add some style to your collection, we’ve put together a list of the best watches with rubber straps.

1. Breguet Marine Royale Ref.5847BRZ25ZV

The Breguet Marine Royale is a very impressive watch. It boasts an automatic Breguet caliber 519R with 36 jewels and a 45 hour power reserve. The calibre is accompanied by a nicely executed screw-locked crown and a sapphire case back.

This is a very big and hefty watch from a brand with a long and illustrious history. It measures 45 mm across, making it feel like a chunky chuck on your wrist.

It is powered by a very cool looking automatic Breguet caliber 519R that beats at an eye-popping 28,800 vph with 36 jewels. It is also waterproof to a depth of 300 meters.

The marine oriented dial is a delight to view, and it’s clear the folks at Breguet put a lot of thought into their design. It has a fine engine turned turbine/wave guilloche design on a black rhodium (dark grey) finished solid 18k gold plate. It is adorned with applied rose gold Roman numerals, a luminous dot minute chapter and applied diamond shaped 5 minute indicators.

Lastly, there is a very nice looking rubber strap with a pyramidal square pattern near the lugs and a wave pattern on the inside with marine Royal in blue – a very nice touch. The best part about the strap is that it can be removed from the case for cleaning and maintenance without disassembly.

The gimme is the alarm on a blingtastic 45mm 18k rose gold case with an impressively large and colorful display. Featuring a Breguet caliber 519R, it’s accompanied by a well executed screw-locked crown and sapphire case back. This is a very good watch at an excellent price. The only real complaint is that it is a little heavy for my liking.

2. Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Date

Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Polaris collection hasn’t had much of a focus in recent years, but this year they’re re-introducing a new version that’s not only the hottest watch in its category, but the one that’s a true indicator that the brand is ready to get serious about sports watches again.

This Polaris Date features a green lacquer dial that’s a major departure from most other olive green color options on the market. Instead of the classic military olive drab, the dial on this model is more a deep, darker mossy-green that changes drastically depending on light and surrounding colors.

To create this effect, Jaeger-LeCoultre uses a process known as “double gradient” dialing. It’s a complex process that involves applying multiple different textured finishes to the dial, creating a dial that varies between light olive and verdant rainforest shades.

It’s a gorgeous dial and the colors can really change when it’s in sunlight. The hazard orange details on the outer section of the dial are also an interesting touch, giving this particular model an incredibly atmospheric, vintage-inspired look.

The dial is also topped off with a layer of green fume lacquer that transitions from a very bright, vibrant sunburst tone to a very dark, deep, almost black hue. This combination of textures and colors gives the Polaris Date a really unique, atmospheric look that’s not often seen on this kind of model.

Finally, the dial is paired with a genuinely rugged in-house movement from Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Calibre 899AB is a modern, automatic movement that offers 70 hours of power reserve and a 28800 bph beat rate.

Overall, this is a fantastic looking and very practical timepiece that’s perfect for explorers. It’s available in a 42mm steel case and is water-resistant to 200 meters.

3. Rolex Yacht-Master

Since its introduction in 1992, the Rolex Yacht-Master has gone through a number of evolutions in both aesthetics and mechanical upgrades. Whether you’re shopping for a standard-production reference or on the secondary market, this list will help you identify which models have been produced over the years.

The first Yacht-Master was released in 1992 and featured an 18k yellow gold case and bracelet. This was followed by a series of watches in Everose gold and models with Cerachrom bezel inserts. Then, in 1999, Rolex debuted a two-tone combination of stainless steel and platinum called “Rolesium” that was specifically created for the Yacht-Master.

Today, the Yacht-Master is still made in an array of different materials and colors. Its 40mm model is available in a range of alloys, including Everose gold, 18k white gold, and stainless steel. In 2019, Rolex also updated the 40 line with a new generation perpetual 3235 movement.

Regardless of the dial and bezel materials, all Yacht-Masters have Rolex’s signature Chromalight display that emits a blue long-lasting glow. This allows for a wide range of legibility even in low-light conditions.

While most luxury watch brands offer a variety of strap options, Rolex has specialized in creating a rubber strap that replicates the robustness and durability of a metal bracelet. The Oysterflex bracelet is one of the most comfortable and durable straps on the market.

The Oysterflex bracelet is a subtle feature that doesn’t take center stage, but it makes a huge difference in the overall comfort of the watch. It is extremely robust, flexes perfectly when needed, and holds its shape with no need for a buckle. Moreover, the Oysterflex bracelet is incredibly easy to adjust.

4. B&R Waterproof

Despite being a relatively new player on the scene, B&R Waterproof has built up a strong reputation for producing highly functional timepieces that are able to stand up to the most demanding professional uses. These watches are known for their exceptional build quality and high water resistance, making them a top choice amongst pilots, astronauts and even submariners.

B&R has a diverse range of styles, all of which feature a distinctively squared case design and often boast some form of tourbillon. They’re also equipped with transparent face panels, allowing you to see the intricate workings of the mechanical movement.

They also have a large number of models with dive functions and water-resistance ratings that are capable of diving to a depth of 300 meters or more. While most of these models are suitable for casual water use, it is important to note that active submersion, which is the practice of constantly submerging a watch underwater without surfacing it, is not recommended.

Their V1-92 is a great example of this, featuring an attractive black dial with faux vintage Super-LumiNova coated baton hour markers. They’re accompanied by a minute scale and sub divisions printed in white. These are all reminiscent of classic pilot’s watches from brands such as IWC or Laco, and add a touch of character to the otherwise minimalist design.

A stout, domed sapphire crystal protects the dial and adds some vertical heft to the case. A thick, domed anti-reflective coating also provides some additional protection against scratches and cracks.

Aside from the aforementioned models, B&R also makes a selection of chronographs and limited edition models. They’re best suited to those who enjoy a highly unique, statement-worthy style while being built from top-end, impact-resistant components.

5. Horus

Horus, the Egyptian falcon god and one of the most popular deities in ancient Egypt, is a powerful figure who symbolizes strength, power and majesty. In ancient Egypt, he was worshipped as Haremakhet (Horus of Nekhen), Harsomptus (Horus of the Two Lands) and Ra-Horakhty (Horus of the Horizon).

He became the most powerful of the gods in the Late Period, when he was combined with the sun god Ra to form Ra-Horakhty, also known as Horus the Elder. He was depicted in many paintings and statues as an old man, a figure of wisdom and experience.

His cult spread throughout the country and, under different epithets, he was a local god in each town or city. Despite this diversity, he became a national god under the Ennead and was given the task of keeping both parts of Egypt together.

Even today, the name Horus is still used to describe the winged god of the sky who is associated with the sun. In fact, you can see the wing symbol of this god on many Egyptian airlines.

Besides being the most powerful god in ancient Egypt, Horus is also a highly skilled fighter and a master of battle. He is said to have had the ability to break the sound barrier, which was quite an achievement for him back in his day.

He also had the ability to sprout gold and silver colored wings, which was very similar to those of a falcon but much bigger, giving him incredible flight abilities. In addition, he had the ability to shoot down enemy ships and planes with his powerful arrows.