Best Watches for Tropic Straps

Our picks

1. 1.

   Rolex Submariner 41mm

   Rolex

   $9,700–$10,800

   The Sub was worn on a Tropic strap from the 1960s through the 1980s. A period-correct black Tropic on the current 41mm is one of the best vintage-modern combinations.

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2. 2.

   Omega Seamaster 300M

   Omega

   $5,700–$6,200

   The wave-pattern dial and ceramic bezel of the 300M look compelling on a blue Tropic. Omega's vintage references were often delivered on Tropic straps.

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3. 3.

   Tudor Black Bay 58

   Tudor

   $3,500–$3,800

   The BB58's domed crystal and bronze snowflake hands reference Tudor's 1958 dive heritage. A black Tropic grounds the vintage aesthetic.

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4. 4.

   Seiko Marinemaster 300 (SBDX017)

   Seiko

   $1,800–$2,200

   Japan's most serious dive watch pairs beautifully with a Tropic. The hi-beat movement and 300m rating match the utilitarian aesthetic of vulcanized rubber.

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5. 5.

   Oris Divers Sixty-Five

   Oris

   $1,600–$1,900

   The 65 is one of the cleanest vintage dive designs at under $2k. A green or black Tropic strap keeps the 1960s aesthetic intact.

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6. 6.

   Blancpain Fifty Fathoms

   Blancpain

   $15,000+

   The original dive watch was paired with Tropic from the start. If you're going this far up the ladder, a vintage-spec Tropic strap is the only correct choice.

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