Also, there's no better place IMO to get a cheapo strap that you want to experiment with color combinations, before taking the plunge on an expensive custom strap.
Sorry to hear that some have not had a great experience, only purchased a few items over the past six months or so and always pleased with the quality and service.
To be fair I'm not trying to bad mouth them. I purchased straps well over a year ago and back then there wasnt a strap priced over 5 bucks (that I bought anyway) seeing that the have upped the prices makes me think they have upped the quality of materials. I dont think the premium natos were even an option back then.
I would agree with this. As long as you dont expect top notch quality for dirt cheap prices you'll be just fine. Plus if you are the type who wants a strap for every outfit then then this route is not bad.
Yeah, they're great for that. But sometimes the quality will surprise you... some of their leather natos are among the best I've tried (the nubuck-style ones at least) regardless of price. Even if they cost the exact same amount, I think I'd rather have a CNS leather nato than the Hodinkee nato I bought at their New York popup over the holidays. That one cost me $160, came with a bent keeper, and is not quite as nice a material.
Has anyone bought MN straps from both Erika's and CNS that can give us a comparison about quality and longevity? I've bought from Erika's in the past and they are excellent. CNS is now 1/10th the price of Erika's but do you get what you pay for?
I can't help with your question but this seems like an opportunity to buy and try since the price is so cheap. And since you own the other it would make a good comparison
Has anyone bought MN straps from both Erika's and CNS that can give us a comparison about quality and longevity? I've bought from Erika's in the past and they are excellent. CNS is now 1/10th the price of Erika's but do you get what you pay for?
