A few years ago, Omega started to upgrade the box and accessories you’d get with your Speedmaster Professional. Inside the huge watch box, you’d find a NATO strap, loupe, changing tool and.. a velcro strap signed ‘SEB12100030-202’. However, if you already have your Speedmaster, there are some options to purchase a velcro strap for your watch. […]

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Im a bit afraid of rubbing the caseback

 

I haven't yet seen a way to convert my 176.0014 from bracelet to strap. Is there one?

 

That was a concern of mine too. The Kizzi straps can be fitted so they don't rub on the caseback.

 

Ick..

 

Couldn't find a NASA correct strap so I make my own straps with all the correct materials to NASA specs.

 

All my casebacks has a plastic to avoid problems rubbing and scratches...

That protection is perfect for the NATO ones

 

I use a sapphire case back with the velocro.

 

Good stuff, @Robert-Jan!

Thanks for posting all the info, sir.

 

I found this one a while back. IIRC some guy makes them and sells them on his website - but always out of stock because he produces so few at a time. I believe I paid north of $50 for it.

I can actually have these mass produced in the thousands and sell for less than half of that. Not too sure if the effort is worth my while

 

so v

So have I, but thought it might go through that at some point. Godd to know, thx.