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WarrenEllis
·How does dive watches on nato straps fit into the grand theory?
A pretentious, snobby, old fashioned guide to choosing a strap
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TimeODanaos
·Eterna Automatic on gray crocodile. Is it a faux pas to only have a 12k buckle when the watch is 18k?
About your strap - I'll let the court pass judgment.
But your watch - ah, superb! 🥰
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wagudc
·Sorry Sir, we do not allow counterfeit watches on OF. Mods, go ahead delete his post.
Keep in mind @bradurani is playing a character in this thread, nothing should be taken personally or seriously. I'm pretty sure he is not that much of a pretentious pr*ck in real life.👍
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OnSega
·The title told me exactly what I was going to get. Did not disappoint. For me, the ultimate dress watch strap is croc flank. That irregular pattern of lines gives me warm fuzzies. Looking to make a glossy black one part of my collection. I have been looking at a couple (Hirsch, Waldans, etc.) but I would appreciate any recommendations for reliable seller of good quality.
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bradurani
·Eterna Automatic on gray crocodile. Is it a faux pas to only have a 12k buckle when the watch is 18k?
Grade: A
Looks beautiful, and the gold buckle gets you bonus points
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bradurani
·Keep in mind @bradurani is playing a character in this thread, nothing should be taken personally or seriously. I'm pretty sure he is not that much of a pretentious pr*ck in real life.👍
I'm a tremendous pr*ck in real life!
You've matched the color well (in the first shot) and shown some much appreciated restraint with a simple, solid color strap. Still, it just looks like you're trying too hard. The strap is wearing the watch.
Grade: C
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OllieOnTheRocks
·The title told me exactly what I was going to get. Did not disappoint. For me, the ultimate dress watch strap is croc flank. That irregular pattern of lines gives me warm fuzzies. Looking to make a glossy black one part of my collection. I have been looking at a couple (Hirsch, Waldans, etc.) but I would appreciate any recommendations for reliable seller of good quality.
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YYTIN
·Eterna Automatic on gray crocodile. Is it a faux pas to only have a 12k buckle when the watch is 18k?
I believe we can forget you for not matching the gold % of the case and buckle… 😉
Edit : Dibs please
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Waltesefalcon
·You lucked out, I happen to be wearing it today.
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YYTIN
·🥰🥰🥰 That is what I thought : love those !
Put me on the dibs list please 😗
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OnSega
·What size do you need? I have half a dozen NOS Hirsch ones in 20mm (perhaps 18mm too off the top of my head). I wouldn’t mind selling one.
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chronolux
·You had me mostly nodding along until you said no ostrich, which I disagree with 😁. So I definitely agree that this guide is as advertised: snobby, pretentious, and old fashioned.
Today's pairing
A strap for a watch should be like a frame and mat for a picture. An accent that highlights the watch, not hide it. But you don't need neutral colors and textures to accomplish that goal.
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WarrenEllis
·Here's another one that I think is slightly controversial: Classic black rubber "Tropic" strap on a 36 mm vintage Certina DS.
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TIMElyBehaviour
·In the words of James may “as you can imagine, I have done this right”
my JLC reverso on alligator, seamaster on alligator, Rolex on its original bracelet because it’s a sports/tool watch.
my JLC reverso on alligator, seamaster on alligator, Rolex on its original bracelet because it’s a sports/tool watch.
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bradurani
·Here's another one that I think is slightly controversial: Classic black rubber "Tropic" strap on a 36 mm vintage Certina DS.
Grade: F
Tropic straps go on skin divers
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bradurani
·In the words of James may “as you can imagine, I have done this right”
my JLC reverso on alligator, seamaster on alligator, Rolex on its original bracelet because it’s a sports/tool watch.
BOOOOOOOOORING!.... and perfect
Grade: A
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WarrenEllis
·Come to think of it, shouldn't bracelets be the sole territory of dress watches? They're stiffer, heavier, more likely to malfunction, and get scratched more easily than any other type of strap, seems a bad match with diving or any other sport!
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queriver
·@bradurani , every good turn needs a response and because you gave me A- here's something for you....
Obviously Omega are ignorant of the strap rules for their own Speedmaster, so 2 business opportunities are presented here for you:
(1) Infuse their people with your indubitable talent for style by offering to run training courses. These will undoubtedly be successful and that will naturally lead to the opportunity for you to
(2) collab with Omega to develop your very own Omega X Bradurani strap collection.
I'm certain the good people of OF will support you.
Obviously Omega are ignorant of the strap rules for their own Speedmaster, so 2 business opportunities are presented here for you:
(1) Infuse their people with your indubitable talent for style by offering to run training courses. These will undoubtedly be successful and that will naturally lead to the opportunity for you to
(2) collab with Omega to develop your very own Omega X Bradurani strap collection.
I'm certain the good people of OF will support you.
