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·Hi all,
Im trying to get a nice summer strap for my Globemaster for when the weather gets hot. Being that the Globemaster bracelet either fits me snug or too loose, it’s not the best option during the really hot days for when my wrist size fluctuates, and I don’t want to ruin OEM leather strap. I’ve been researching various options that will work for hot weather and humidity. I’m not the biggest fan of natos for the Globemaster because the case has some heft and thickness to it and feels somewhat unbalanced to me on a thin piece of material. So I found 3 potential options that could possibly work.
1. The Watch Steward straps. From the photos I kind of like the look of them, I’ve read they’re more elastic than natos so are quite comfortable, and the material doubles up some could potentially feel more balanced with a thicker case. My concern with this one is being stretchy and thin, despite 2 layers, not sure if it will feel structured and dense enough to balance with the thick watch case. Also from watching videos it looks like you have to pull the strap into a loop position to insert you hand, and much of the time the SS hardware touches the top of the lugs, so scratches would be a concern. https://www.thewatchsteward.com/
2. Rubber Tropic straps. They kind of have a more dressy look compared to typical rubber diver straps, but not sure how a straight up rubber strap will work with the Globemaster. https://www.watchgecko.com/vintage-tropical-style-rubber-watch-strap-by-zuludiver
3. Hirsch Paul Performance strap. So far this seems like the most attractive option as I like my alligator strap and the waterproof rubber underside with the leather upper seems like the best of both worlds for summer. https://www.hirschstraps.com/produc...black-0925028050?_pos=11&_sid=c1b8f917a&_ss=r
So, do any of you guys have any experience with any of these straps? Particularly the Hirsch performance line? Just looking for something of quality, comfort and looks decent.
Cheers.
Im trying to get a nice summer strap for my Globemaster for when the weather gets hot. Being that the Globemaster bracelet either fits me snug or too loose, it’s not the best option during the really hot days for when my wrist size fluctuates, and I don’t want to ruin OEM leather strap. I’ve been researching various options that will work for hot weather and humidity. I’m not the biggest fan of natos for the Globemaster because the case has some heft and thickness to it and feels somewhat unbalanced to me on a thin piece of material. So I found 3 potential options that could possibly work.
1. The Watch Steward straps. From the photos I kind of like the look of them, I’ve read they’re more elastic than natos so are quite comfortable, and the material doubles up some could potentially feel more balanced with a thicker case. My concern with this one is being stretchy and thin, despite 2 layers, not sure if it will feel structured and dense enough to balance with the thick watch case. Also from watching videos it looks like you have to pull the strap into a loop position to insert you hand, and much of the time the SS hardware touches the top of the lugs, so scratches would be a concern. https://www.thewatchsteward.com/
2. Rubber Tropic straps. They kind of have a more dressy look compared to typical rubber diver straps, but not sure how a straight up rubber strap will work with the Globemaster. https://www.watchgecko.com/vintage-tropical-style-rubber-watch-strap-by-zuludiver
3. Hirsch Paul Performance strap. So far this seems like the most attractive option as I like my alligator strap and the waterproof rubber underside with the leather upper seems like the best of both worlds for summer. https://www.hirschstraps.com/produc...black-0925028050?_pos=11&_sid=c1b8f917a&_ss=r
So, do any of you guys have any experience with any of these straps? Particularly the Hirsch performance line? Just looking for something of quality, comfort and looks decent.
Cheers.
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