The Rolex Submariner ref. 114060 is one of those watches that somehow never looks out of place. It’s the “no-date Sub” in its modern, ceramic-bezel era, and it wears with that clean symmetry that makes the dial feel almost calmer than a date model. Same tough Submariner DNA, just a touch more purity.
If you own one, you already know the problem: the watch is so universally good that most straps look either cheap, clumsy, or slightly “off”. When you get the fit right, though, the 114060 becomes a different animal. More personal. More wearable. And in some cases, honestly more comfortable than the bracelet for long days.
Strap size and fit for the Submariner 114060
Let’s keep this practical, because this is where people mess up.
Your Rolex Submariner 114060 is the 40mm case, and it uses a 20mm lug width. That’s the measurement that matters for strap fit.
On Helvetus product pages, you must select Submariner 40mm. Not “41mm Sub”, not “Datejust”, not anything that sounds close. If you pick the wrong option, you might still get a strap that technically attaches, but it won’t sit right against the case, and you’ll see it immediately.
So the quick checklist before you order:
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You’re wearing a Submariner ref. 114060
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It’s the 40mm generation
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Your selection on the product page should be Submariner 40mm
Do that once, and you avoid the classic headache of returning a strap you knew was “probably right”.
The best strap choices for the Rolex Submariner 114060
The 114060 has a lot going on visually: glossy black bezel, maxi dial, and that slightly squarer “Super Case” stance that Rolex used in that era. The strap you choose should either lean into that purposeful tool-watch vibe, or deliberately soften it.
Black
This is the one I’d call the “default correct answer”, and I mean that as a compliment. A full black strap on a no-date Sub keeps everything coherent: black dial, black bezel, and a case that already has strong geometry. It makes the watch feel a bit stealthier and slightly more modern, like it’s been sharpened.
It’s also the easiest to live with. You don’t think about it, you just wear it. Gym, travel days, summer heat, quick coffee run, whatever. If you’re the type who wants the Sub to be the watch you grab without planning, black is the safest bet, and it still looks intentional.
Black/White LuxLine®
Black/White Submariner Rubber Strap
This pairing is underrated on the 114060 because the watch already has a built-in black-and-white language. You’ve got the white hour markers and hands popping against the black dial, so the black/white strap feels like it belongs rather than feeling “loud”.
Where it really works is daytime. Bright light, summer clothes, and that little contrast looks crisp. It turns the Sub from “serious diver” into something that feels slightly sportier and more playful without losing the Rolex feel. And because the watch itself stays monochrome, the strap does the styling without making it look like you’re trying too hard.
White deployant
White on a Submariner is a mood, and I don’t recommend it for everyone. But on the right person it looks insanely good.
It gives the 114060 a sharper, more resort-ready vibe. The watch suddenly feels lighter on the wrist visually, even though it’s still a chunky steel sports Rolex. If you wear a lot of black, grey, navy, or clean minimal outfits, the white strap becomes the statement while the watch remains the anchor.
One honest note: white straps demand a bit more care. If you’re hard on your gear, go black. If you enjoy keeping your watches and straps looking fresh and you like a more striking look, white is the fun option.
Finding the right strap on Helvetus without overthinking it
If you want to browse properly, the easiest move is to go straight to the Submariner collection page and pick based on the vibe you want:
Submariner Rubber Straps
You’ll see a variety of colors there, and the straps are available in both deployant and pin buckle versions, depending on how you like the watch to wear. Some people swear by deployant for daily comfort and quick on and off. Others prefer pin buckle for simplicity and that classic strap feel.
Either way, the key is that these straps are built to match the Submariner’s case profile properly, so you’re not stuck with that awkward “gap” look that ruins the whole point of putting a strap on a Sub in the first place.
The part people care about after a few weeks of wearing it
Here’s what matters once the novelty wears off: you want a strap that fits the 114060 correctly, feels good all day, and doesn’t turn into a regret purchase.
That’s why I like that Helvetus backs it with a lifetime warranty, ships worldwide for free, and the “what will customs cost me” question basically goes away because there are no import costs. It also helps that you’re not gambling on some unknown brand with zero track record; Helvetus has been trusted by 30,000+ customers worldwide, and at this point that kind of volume usually tells you the product is doing what it claims to do.
If you’re choosing just one: go black. If you want the Sub to feel fresher without becoming flashy: black/white. If you want the bold summer look: white.
