yinzerniner
·.....as that grail piece is out of my reach given all 1970 examples are long since spoken for after the blockbuster unveiling at Baselworld 2015. But at least a consolation prize arrived for Christmas in July.....
My strap source was able to attain the OEM Omega strap, and I immediately mounted it to my 3572 Tritium. Ever since I tried on the DSOTM I've hankered for a cordura strap that would also work with the fantastic Omega deployant (nee deployment) clasp, and after trying numerous aftermarket options the one I've wanted has been produced and acquired.
So some initial thoughts:
-Fit and finish are fantastic. Even my source said it's the nicest Omega strap he's ever seen.
-That being said I almost don't want to wear it for fear of damage, but my source said he just got a few more in so replacement shouldn't be a problem.
-Straight ended so can fit in any 20mm lug width.
-While the lug ends are straight there are still cutouts at the mounting locations, like seen in most of the Omega curved-end deployant straps, so mounting is much easier with less possibility of damaging the material near the lug holes.
-Really like the addition of the rubber reinforcement at the strap holes - the only complaint I would have against some OEM Omega deployant straps is that securing the watch load on a single strap hole sometimes lead to stretch, so the rubber should alleviate some of the problem.
-The strap isn't as padded as other Omega deployment straps, and the padding itself seems softer and more cushion-y, so the strap wears incredibly comfortable.
-With that said, the strap wears a bit looser than some other Omega deployant straps. The fit difference between this and my Calf Leather strap is about 1/3 of a hole (roughly 1/8").
-Also, I'm not sure if they make a short version of this strap so those with wrists smaller than 6 5/8" will probably not be able to wear it. I'm on the third hole with 7 3/8" wrists, so two holes and roughly 3/4" of fit down is all that's available, while going up there are 4 holes left.
-The liner is a similar material to the DSOTM strap leather - supple and smooth but not as buttery soft as other leather linings.
-The tri-state area is in a heat wave right now, and switching from my calf leather to this is a noticeable increase in comfort. Wears cooler and lighter, although that may be a function of its larger fit (see point above).
I'll continue to add thoughts and observations as wear time increases. And if anyone is interested in one shoot me a PM. Thanks all for your time.
My strap source was able to attain the OEM Omega strap, and I immediately mounted it to my 3572 Tritium. Ever since I tried on the DSOTM I've hankered for a cordura strap that would also work with the fantastic Omega deployant (nee deployment) clasp, and after trying numerous aftermarket options the one I've wanted has been produced and acquired.
So some initial thoughts:
-Fit and finish are fantastic. Even my source said it's the nicest Omega strap he's ever seen.
-That being said I almost don't want to wear it for fear of damage, but my source said he just got a few more in so replacement shouldn't be a problem.
-Straight ended so can fit in any 20mm lug width.
-While the lug ends are straight there are still cutouts at the mounting locations, like seen in most of the Omega curved-end deployant straps, so mounting is much easier with less possibility of damaging the material near the lug holes.
-Really like the addition of the rubber reinforcement at the strap holes - the only complaint I would have against some OEM Omega deployant straps is that securing the watch load on a single strap hole sometimes lead to stretch, so the rubber should alleviate some of the problem.
-The strap isn't as padded as other Omega deployment straps, and the padding itself seems softer and more cushion-y, so the strap wears incredibly comfortable.
-With that said, the strap wears a bit looser than some other Omega deployant straps. The fit difference between this and my Calf Leather strap is about 1/3 of a hole (roughly 1/8").
-Also, I'm not sure if they make a short version of this strap so those with wrists smaller than 6 5/8" will probably not be able to wear it. I'm on the third hole with 7 3/8" wrists, so two holes and roughly 3/4" of fit down is all that's available, while going up there are 4 holes left.
-The liner is a similar material to the DSOTM strap leather - supple and smooth but not as buttery soft as other leather linings.
-The tri-state area is in a heat wave right now, and switching from my calf leather to this is a noticeable increase in comfort. Wears cooler and lighter, although that may be a function of its larger fit (see point above).
I'll continue to add thoughts and observations as wear time increases. And if anyone is interested in one shoot me a PM. Thanks all for your time.