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PandaSPUR
·You could try punching an additional hole in between the tight and loose one, with a leather hole punch tool. I have not tried that myself but I've heard of people doing it.
You could also leave it on the tighter one and it might eventually loosen up to fit perfectly over time. I know the leather strap on my GSOTM did exactly that, but I'm not sure if rubber will act the same way. To speed this up, you can keep the watch strapped to the watch pillow it came with.
For aftermarket straps, assuming you have the deployant, these are some custom straps that are designed to work well:
https://combat-straps.com/
https://www.genteel-handmade.com/products/omega-style-deployant-watch-straps
If you're just looking for any aftermarket strap with a tang+buckle... the possibilities are endless and I would just search these forums for pics.
You could also leave it on the tighter one and it might eventually loosen up to fit perfectly over time. I know the leather strap on my GSOTM did exactly that, but I'm not sure if rubber will act the same way. To speed this up, you can keep the watch strapped to the watch pillow it came with.
For aftermarket straps, assuming you have the deployant, these are some custom straps that are designed to work well:
https://combat-straps.com/
https://www.genteel-handmade.com/products/omega-style-deployant-watch-straps
If you're just looking for any aftermarket strap with a tang+buckle... the possibilities are endless and I would just search these forums for pics.
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It's Hedley
·I purchased a few after market rubber straps from aliexpress.com and they have worked okay. I can't say they fit better than the OEM, but at least I have some variety. I purchased the following and another all black with orange running stitches along the edge like the Omega OEM.
The following is another option...
thewatchsteward.com
These straps do not go under the watch, so they don't add to the thicknesss. They really hug the wrist and make the watch sit very snug on the wrist. Available in many colors. I purchased the 22mm option.
The following is another option...
thewatchsteward.com
These straps do not go under the watch, so they don't add to the thicknesss. They really hug the wrist and make the watch sit very snug on the wrist. Available in many colors. I purchased the 22mm option.
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Rat Fink65
·I purchased a few after market rubber straps from aliexpress.com and they have worked okay. I can't say they fit better than the OEM, but at least I have some variety. I purchased the following and another all black with orange running stitches along the edge like the Omega OEM.
The following is another option...
thewatchsteward.com
These straps do not go under the watch, so they don't add to the thicknesss. They really hug the wrist and make the watch sit very snug on the wrist. Available in many colors. I purchased the 22mm option.
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Rat Fink65
·You could try punching an additional hole in between the tight and loose one, with a leather hole punch tool. I have not tried that myself but I've heard of people doing it.
You could also leave it on the tighter one and it might eventually loosen up to fit perfectly over time. I know the leather strap on my GSOTM did exactly that, but I'm not sure if rubber will act the same way. To speed this up, you can keep the watch strapped to the watch pillow it came with.
For aftermarket straps, assuming you have the deployant, these are some custom straps that are designed to work well:
https://combat-straps.com/
https://www.genteel-handmade.com/products/omega-style-deployant-watch-straps
If you're just looking for any aftermarket strap with a tang+buckle... the possibilities are endless and I would just search these forums for pics.
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amcclell
·I'm pretty happy with the Italian rubber strap from Zuludiver that is on my 2254.50. It has a deployment clasp with micro adjustments.
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Rat Fink65
·I'm pretty happy with the Italian rubber strap from Zuludiver that is on my 2254.50. It has a deployment clasp with micro adjustments.
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amcclell
·I like the look.. how many micro adjustments does it have??
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Rat Fink65
·It has 6 on the clasp. I am actually wearing it today. Zuludiver sells textured and smooth in orange and black. I have the OEM bracelet but this is a nice change.
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amcclell
·Thanks will look into this…is there strap cutting required?
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SPO
·I'm pretty happy with the Italian rubber strap from Zuludiver that is on my 2254.50. It has a deployment clasp with micro adjustments.
Your 2254.50 has a 20mm lug width which is a fairly standard lug width.
Unfortunately the PO GMT has a 21mm lug width, severely limiting strap options.
Zuludiver does not have your strap style in 21mm.
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amcclell
·I'm sorry to hear this; I didn't realize that the PO was an odd size.
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amcclell
·I just checked mine and the rubber is quite pliable. I am pretty sure the 22mm will compress into 21mm lugs. Watch Gecko has them on sale now so it may be worth a try.
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blufinz52
··Hears dead people, not watch rotors.I second what PandaSPUR suggested about punching a hole in between the holes. I have done this with various straps...leather, nato, rubber.
