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Paulomega
·Did anyone here try straps made by "Fortunato"? Please comment. Thanks
«Watch strap ressource» Where to buy good quality leather watch straps
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OmegaP99
·I had another hit with Kurt and The Watch Boys in Canada. Have been buying from them for many years now and always top quality straps at very fair prices. My all time favorite strap they sell is the buffalo because it wears so well, pretty much indestructible. I just got this really cool black rubberized canvas deployant strap in short length for my IWC 3706 and it's perfect. I love that they tend to offer regular buckle and deployant versions of most of their straps, but also long and short options as well. Small-wrist folks like myself appreciate this greatly since it prevents me from always having to scour ebay for just the right length strap.
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Dr.Sascha
·Actually encountered this chap b/c I recently sold a watch to him. He seemed very nice and the straps look terrific--has anyone purchased from him before? UK-based, btw.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/sp71-watchstraps/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/sp71-watchstraps/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
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Marsimaxam
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I have bought a number of leather NATO straps from BandRBand, I can attest to the quality and longevity. Excellent value for the money too.
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Twocats
··Married... with childrenAnother shout out to Ivan at Two Stitch Straps. I’ve gone through a few strapmakers at this time, but Ivan nails it consistently. Great custom work.
I agree with you 100%. Two Stitch Straps are fantastic quality products and Ivan is great, he communicates well and delivers what he promises on his catalog collection or custom work. I am watching the mail box every day for my third delivery this year 😀
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Bikegeek
·Looking to replace this strap - what is it?
Thanks
Thanks
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Syrte
··MWR Tech Support Dept
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Kay995
·Now you can open a shop on Ebay but it’s going to be a lot of work selling those pink padded and other ladies straps one by one....
hope there were a majority you liked in the lot?
I once bought a lot for about for 60 euros, most were vintage open ended straps that turned out to be too long for me- sold a few to amortize the cost, kept a bunch, gifted others - but I’m stuck with dozens of 12mm, 10mm and 14mm vintage straps I myself probably won’t be able to use in my lifetime. Takes up quite a bit more space than I would want.
PS- BTW your post is not a hidden sales post is it?
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Kay995
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yande
·I'm just discovering my passion for straps. In the process of changing pretty well all my watches from Bracelet to Straps, be it NATO, Leather or other materials I came accross this strap by Maikes.
I'm hoping this $AUD28 (Delivered) strap lasts somewhat longer than my $500+ Panerai Strap did, and to be honest, that would not take very long. You can see how this strap has deteriorated, especially on the edge in the second pic..
I actually loved the feel of this strap as soon as I put it on. It doesn't feel like an alien attached to my wrist! It's pliable and comfortable and the work is comparable with my Pam strap. It came with the complete kit, 4 x Spring Bars and Spring Bar tool and Buckle. I'm going back for another..
Perhaps someone can enlighten me on the value of OEM straps, for I just do not see it.
I'm hoping this $AUD28 (Delivered) strap lasts somewhat longer than my $500+ Panerai Strap did, and to be honest, that would not take very long. You can see how this strap has deteriorated, especially on the edge in the second pic..
I actually loved the feel of this strap as soon as I put it on. It doesn't feel like an alien attached to my wrist! It's pliable and comfortable and the work is comparable with my Pam strap. It came with the complete kit, 4 x Spring Bars and Spring Bar tool and Buckle. I'm going back for another..
Perhaps someone can enlighten me on the value of OEM straps, for I just do not see it.
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YYTIN
·Hi Everyone,
Would like a piece of advice from you !
I just received my first EP today :
Nice but the zenith strap I have is one link too short to be wrist worn by me (on the picture it is actually open).
Any idea where to find extra links 😕? Or maybe another stainless steel "mesh" strap ? (I've seen a "cheap" one with Josephbonnie (this will be my add-up to your list : nice selection & quality) but the mayol model is in 18mm not 19mm)
I've gone through your posts (Thanks👍), made a list, browse on the web pages and come up with a (not so short) list for leather straps :
- Molequin Granite (modern, grey, nice finishing)
- Hodinkee dark stained brown leather (something of a 'badass' style, not sure it fits the watch, but your comments about Cost/Quality makes me think I will avoid it)
- Nostime ash green distressed calf standard (modern, elegant, different color)
- Camille Fournet Lezard black (close to the original bracelet it was sold with in 73).
- B&R black classic vintage (to do the job)
- Bulang & sons piombo grey (vintage but elegant)
- Finwatchstrap horween burgundy, or bull leather in black (not sure if not too
- Jean Rousseau Autruche 3.5 gris (elegant but maybe too elegant)
Do you have recommendations for this specific watch/style ? to be worn "simply" with jeans, t-shirts and shirts, some time with a jacket or not.
Thanks for those having read such a long post
Would like a piece of advice from you !
I just received my first EP today :
Nice but the zenith strap I have is one link too short to be wrist worn by me (on the picture it is actually open).
Any idea where to find extra links 😕? Or maybe another stainless steel "mesh" strap ? (I've seen a "cheap" one with Josephbonnie (this will be my add-up to your list : nice selection & quality) but the mayol model is in 18mm not 19mm)
I've gone through your posts (Thanks👍), made a list, browse on the web pages and come up with a (not so short) list for leather straps :
- Molequin Granite (modern, grey, nice finishing)
- Hodinkee dark stained brown leather (something of a 'badass' style, not sure it fits the watch, but your comments about Cost/Quality makes me think I will avoid it)
- Nostime ash green distressed calf standard (modern, elegant, different color)
- Camille Fournet Lezard black (close to the original bracelet it was sold with in 73).
- B&R black classic vintage (to do the job)
- Bulang & sons piombo grey (vintage but elegant)
- Finwatchstrap horween burgundy, or bull leather in black (not sure if not too
- Jean Rousseau Autruche 3.5 gris (elegant but maybe too elegant)
Do you have recommendations for this specific watch/style ? to be worn "simply" with jeans, t-shirts and shirts, some time with a jacket or not.
Thanks for those having read such a long post
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YY77
·Hi Everyone,
Would like a piece of advice from you !
I just received my first EP today :
Nice but the zenith strap I have is one link too short to be wrist worn by me (on the picture it is actually open).
Any idea where to find extra links 😕? Or maybe another stainless steel "mesh" strap ? (I've seen a "cheap" one with Josephbonnie (this will be my add-up to your list : nice selection & quality) but the mayol model is in 18mm not 19mm)
I've gone through your posts (Thanks👍), made a list, browse on the web pages and come up with a (not so short) list for leather straps :
- Molequin Granite (modern, grey, nice finishing)
- Hodinkee dark stained brown leather (something of a 'badass' style, not sure it fits the watch, but your comments about Cost/Quality makes me think I will avoid it)
- Nostime ash green distressed calf standard (modern, elegant, different color)
- Camille Fournet Lezard black (close to the original bracelet it was sold with in 73).
- B&R black classic vintage (to do the job)
- Bulang & sons piombo grey (vintage but elegant)
- Finwatchstrap horween burgundy, or bull leather in black (not sure if not too
- Jean Rousseau Autruche 3.5 gris (elegant but maybe too elegant)
Do you have recommendations for this specific watch/style ? to be worn "simply" with jeans, t-shirts and shirts, some time with a jacket or not.
Thanks for those having read such a long post
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YYTIN
·Thanks YY77. Nice ones (Watch first and Strap too).
Went to their website, never thought I could buy a watch strap made of "beaver" tail (surely as I leave on the other side of the Atlantic). If I do (they actually look nice), I will not say it to my son 😀
Went to their website, never thought I could buy a watch strap made of "beaver" tail (surely as I leave on the other side of the Atlantic). If I do (they actually look nice), I will not say it to my son 😀
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MtnMarine
·finwatchstraps makes some great custom straps. Very happy with them.
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slwoodster
·Over the last few years... I've become a quick release only guy...
