Great video . One note on the NATO/Zulu: If they have spring bars on the clasp , they have a potential single failure point. Solid, sewn in hardware offers the true backup that you won't lose the watch unless you break both spring bars on the watch itself.
Thank you Armand. I'd like to see a vid from you on deployant clasps, their merits and demerits, sizing, and how to fit them. Something to think about for the future perhaps?
I think key thing to remember on die fliegeruhr straps. os it these watches originally had solid pins and not spring action pins. Thus the NATO/ZULU strap which engages both pins being more effective on retention. In fact just the other day I had a pin pop when I clapped my hands hard... and off went the watch.
Hi Armand, is there something like an official name for these "flap style" straps often used for pilot watches (you've mentioned Sinn & Spinnaker)? They are the perfect choice for watches with a too narrow lug size and I want to know what word I have to use for my Google research.
Thank you for the good review. You might also mention some interesting fabric straps like canvas and tweed as well as waterproof ones like sailcloth and Cordora. These last two are quite unique since they appear like a woven fabric, and thus a bit more dressy, but are completely waterproof. Good to take a tool watch up a notch in versatility.
Great video. This along with the review of new watches compelled me to subscribe. Liked the C. Ward chrono, but still think the new logo is horrendous. What were they thinking? I've thought about getting a C. Ward as a good value prop, but the new branding just makes me flaccid. Couple of other things: A rubber strap has always seemed kinda gross in that it is impermeable, so the skin underneath is left to stew in its own juices. As someone who rarely takes his watch off, this seems a bit unhygienic. Thoughts? Perlon. I love the look, but have yet to find a quality that is acceptable. Why the cheap buckles? And do they come in a NATO design? Because that would be preferable to a Zulu. Finally. I like this video because it showcases how straps can essentially expand a small collection of watches. I only have an inexpensive Seiko and a Speedy, the Omega getting all the wrist time. A few months ago I took it off its bracelet and put it on a five ring NATO. Love how it transforms the watch. Having a versatile timepiece makes a huge difference. A Speedy looks good on an automotive strap, it was originally designed for this. But because of the whole NASA thing, it looks equally right on an aviation style strap. I need more straps, this video makes that very clear.
Very nice presentation. In the future, if possible, can you give a critique of Milanese metal straps with magnetic closures and if there are any negatives in using these straps with conventional watches, i.e. magnetism of the watch works, wind-up or quartz? Again, thanks!
NATO Straps or other Nylon straps can be damaged by sweat just like any other fabric can. If you wear clothes over and over and sweat in them and never wash them the sweat will damage them. The same will happen to a nylon strap. One or 2 piece. Also NATO straps weren't the first one piece nylon strap. Just check out the Timex Weekenders for the older one piece nylon straps.
Water is not the only thing that damages leather watch straps. Sweat also damages leather Watch straps. Just live a year in a hot climate. Here in the Los Angeles California in the summer when I walk down the street in the heat my leather watch bands were covered in sweet, so I changed all my leather bands out for Bracelet bands and never wore a leather strap since, If I do by a Watch that has a leather strap I change it out for a Bracelet band or a silicone band. Just yesterday I changed out a leather strap for a racing silicon strap with the big holes. I also won't wear nylon straps. NATO or other wise. I like the look but in the heat of summer and walking down the street they would get covered in sweat and if the sweat dries on the fabric it would end up like sweaty sockets!
patrwng: I actually bought a 22mm rubber strap and cut it to fit on the 12mm lugs on the Aquis. I then ran a lighter over the cut edges to round and seal them.
Clasp's main advantage is not being easier to put it in or out. Its main advantage is not to bend the strap to much and thus prolong its life. You see, with a bucle you can actually bend a lot the strap when you put it it and, specially, when you put it out. That's why you can see it on expensive straps. About leather and water. You can protect your leather straps with wax, like a colorless shoes wax.
Great video! I do not have any nylon straps yet but I want to get a few. I’m a little tired of metal bracelets in summer. Can anyone recommend reputable quality brands for nylon? Much appreciated
Bun Straps aren't rare. There were big in the 1990's and 2000's and are still out. I had plenty of them but changed them out on all my watches because they were to hot in the summer in Los Angeles California. I do have one left and it is in Silicone.
Why would a watch strap need 10 or even 12 holes? I think 3 holes is just fine: one for the right size, one plus, one minus. Straps should be sold without holes, so the client can have them pierced as he desires.
If you get a custom strap, you really don't need more than 3-5 holes. However, not every company is of the same mindset. They're producing ready-made watches that'll fit a wider variety of customers. More holes, the better. As for end-user making their own holes. That'll satisfy a much smaller consumer base because the last thing your average customer would after spending $50, $100, $150+ on a watch band is to have to make their own. With leather straps, I usually end up tightening the band another hole (or two) once it is broken in.
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this more strap material than types. nothing about different type of fittings. your all fit spring bar type, not mentioned was pin type or screw t bar type.
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Best thing I've ever seen on straps, often forgotten, but so essential to a watches security and look.
Great video .
One note on the NATO/Zulu: If they have spring bars on the clasp , they have a potential single failure point. Solid, sewn in hardware offers the true backup that you won't lose the watch unless you break both spring bars on the watch itself.
Top marks on a very thoughtful overview.
Thank you Armand. I'd like to see a vid from you on deployant clasps, their merits and demerits, sizing, and how to fit them. Something to think about for the future perhaps?
apply mink oil to leather straps to help in water resistance.
great video, but what about sailcloth straps?
Great video, I've never heard of those laco(sp) straps before, but I'm loving them!
Does anyone besides Laco make those style straps?
I think key thing to remember on die fliegeruhr straps. os it these watches originally had solid pins and not spring action pins. Thus the NATO/ZULU strap which engages both pins being more effective on retention. In fact just the other day I had a pin pop when I clapped my hands hard... and off went the watch.
Hi Armand, is there something like an official name for these "flap style" straps often used for pilot watches (you've mentioned Sinn & Spinnaker)?
They are the perfect choice for watches with a too narrow lug size and I want to know what word I have to use for my Google research.
Thank you for the good review. You might also mention some interesting fabric straps like canvas and tweed as well as waterproof ones like sailcloth and Cordora. These last two are quite unique since they appear like a woven fabric, and thus a bit more dressy, but are completely waterproof. Good to take a tool watch up a notch in versatility.
Great video. This along with the review of new watches compelled me to subscribe. Liked the C. Ward chrono, but still think the new logo is horrendous. What were they thinking? I've thought about getting a C. Ward as a good value prop, but the new branding just makes me flaccid.
Couple of other things:
A rubber strap has always seemed kinda gross in that it is impermeable, so the skin underneath is left to stew in its own juices. As someone who rarely takes his watch off, this seems a bit unhygienic. Thoughts?
Perlon. I love the look, but have yet to find a quality that is acceptable. Why the cheap buckles? And do they come in a NATO design? Because that would be preferable to a Zulu.
Finally. I like this video because it showcases how straps can essentially expand a small collection of watches. I only have an inexpensive Seiko and a Speedy, the Omega getting all the wrist time. A few months ago I took it off its bracelet and put it on a five ring NATO. Love how it transforms the watch. Having a versatile timepiece makes a huge difference. A Speedy looks good on an automotive strap, it was originally designed for this. But because of the whole NASA thing, it looks equally right on an aviation style strap. I need more straps, this video makes that very clear.
Nice video showing different straps, interesting information about the bund strap.
Very nice presentation. In the future, if possible, can you give a critique of Milanese metal straps with magnetic closures and if there are any negatives in using these straps with conventional watches, i.e. magnetism of the watch works, wind-up or quartz? Again, thanks!
Bund**
NATO Straps or other Nylon straps can be damaged by sweat just like any other fabric can. If you wear clothes over and over and sweat in them and never wash them the sweat will damage them. The same will happen to a nylon strap. One or 2 piece. Also NATO straps weren't the first one piece nylon strap. Just check out the Timex Weekenders for the older one piece nylon straps.
Hey Armand. Are you going to do a state of collection video?
22:30 is 'purlin' the right spell? I cannot find in in google
Try looking straight not both ways when googling
Water is not the only thing that damages leather watch straps. Sweat also damages leather Watch straps. Just live a year in a hot climate. Here in the Los Angeles California in the summer when I walk down the street in the heat my leather watch bands were covered in sweet, so I changed all my leather bands out for Bracelet bands and never wore a leather strap since, If I do by a Watch that has a leather strap I change it out for a Bracelet band or a silicone band. Just yesterday I changed out a leather strap for a racing silicon strap with the big holes. I also won't wear nylon straps. NATO or other wise. I like the look but in the heat of summer and walking down the street they would get covered in sweat and if the sweat dries on the fabric it would end up like sweaty sockets!
Bund straps are a very unique part of watch history, that you don't see much of anymore.
what band on the oris aquis. Tough to find one that will fit. Thanks!
patrwng: I actually bought a 22mm rubber strap and cut it to fit on the 12mm lugs on the Aquis. I then ran a lighter over the cut edges to round and seal them.
Clasp's main advantage is not being easier to put it in or out. Its main advantage is not to bend the strap to much and thus prolong its life. You see, with a bucle you can actually bend a lot the strap when you put it it and, specially, when you put it out. That's why you can see it on expensive straps.
About leather and water. You can protect your leather straps with wax, like a colorless shoes wax.
Exactly. I make straps using a button stud closure because it doesn't require any harsh bending of the strap.
Great video! I do not have any nylon straps yet but I want to get a few. I’m a little tired of metal bracelets in summer. Can anyone recommend reputable quality brands for nylon? Much appreciated
piggy popper nato brand nato straps are great
nice vid.. I like exotics and have: ostrich, python, lizard and 2 alligators(red and light brown) as the can be dyed_
Have you just put the entire Amazon rainforest on your wrist?
very interesting video , thank you
I see that you are also a fountain pen enthusiast.
Surely an alligator strap should be waterproof?
No. Keep in mind that it is dead.
lol at the screen name comment combo too good!
The underside is cowhide, so nope.
Great info
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😃great video
Hey Armand. Could you let me know what brand your NATOs are, I really liked the more substantial hardware on them. Keep up the good work.
Bun Straps aren't rare. There were big in the 1990's and 2000's and are still out. I had plenty of them but changed them out on all my watches because they were to hot in the summer in Los Angeles California. I do have one left and it is in Silicone.
Lol like a small piece of leather would make you to hot.
@@hyssean12 lol
Question, what is the name of the kind of watch strap that is solid stainless steel no links,
Mesh?
Why would a watch strap need 10 or even 12 holes? I think 3 holes is just fine: one for the right size, one plus, one minus. Straps should be sold without holes, so the client can have them pierced as he desires.
If you get a custom strap, you really don't need more than 3-5 holes.
However, not every company is of the same mindset. They're producing ready-made watches that'll fit a wider variety of customers. More holes, the better.
As for end-user making their own holes. That'll satisfy a much smaller consumer base because the last thing your average customer would after spending $50, $100, $150+ on a watch band is to have to make their own. With leather straps, I usually end up tightening the band another hole (or two) once it is broken in.
yaaahh ! ! ! i could already hear you rap ..." interior crocodile alligator i wear a sEiKO watch calendar chonograh~gator .. yees siR ! ! yaah s.T.r.A.p.s
this more strap material than types. nothing about different type of fittings. your all fit spring bar type, not mentioned was pin type or screw t bar type.
I love you Armand
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