New for 2017- Senna Editions

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The latest Senna Edition combines Carrera, Grand Carrera...and Link!

https://www.calibre11.com/new-for-2017-carrera-heuer-01-racing-ayrton-senna-edition/

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Although I don't lust for one, I think this is a nice improvement compared to recent Senna editions.
 
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Senna's memory deserves better.
I agree, but it's better than last year's models.
 
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I like it (so it must be an abomination - right!). 😁
 
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I like it (so it must be an abomination - right!). 😁
By Jove! I think he's worked it out!
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I like it (so it must be an abomination - right!). 😁
I'm really sorry they didn't account for a rubber strap, like the older one.

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That rubber strap is awesome, I wonder if it would fit my CAU2012? (Assuming you can get one?)
 
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It's the same as the ones on the Calibre16 Monaco Grand Prix limited edition, 22mm lug width.
They are available online from resellers. Not expensive compared to leather.
Check http://stores.ebay.com/originalstraps?_rdc=1 on the bay, they have it or can get it at a good rate.
 
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Thanks, the only thing is the CAU2012 is a Formula One not a Carrera and the strap is a very tight fit. I'm waiting on a BT0717 and I'm not even 100% sure that will fit...

But if the Senna strap did fit that would look amazing
 
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I think your watch is less than 22 at the lugs.
You can find very similar aftermarket designs in the right size.
 
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I think your watch is less than 22 at the lugs.
You can find very similar aftermarket designs in the right size.

I measured it at 21.8 or something, it's definitely bigger than my WAH1110 which is 20mm. The width of the BT0717 is probably not the biggest issue, I can probably shave a tiny bit off if necessary. It's more that the end is enclosed by the case, whereas the Carrera design has open lugs, that's my concern.

I did see a rather nifty looking rubber strap with orange trim in Debenhams, if this doesn't work out I might try that one, although I'm not sure if the orange is quite the same. Could look a bit OTT with too much orange... it's dearer than the TAG strap as well. I think it was about £75...
 
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Link strap in honour of senna's s/El? So weird to see that strap on an 01