Quality Leather NATOs?
Looking for opinions and experiences with leather NATO straps, I'm wanting one for this Aristo 38.5mm Flieger. It is only 10.5 mm thick and 45mm L2L, 20mm lug width so it shouldn't make it too bulky even if it is a double pass, preferably something thick enough to feel and look really sharp but not overly so, but not a flimsy thin POS that will fall apart.
I know all about and have extensive experience with fabric NATOs but don't know much about the leather ones so all knowledge and experience is welcome, I'd probably be willing to spend up to around $100 for good quality.
I have worn a watch every day since I was 4, I don't even sleep without one. I have a collection of over 20, none over $1000. I acquire but only rarely flip. I appreciate all things horology and wrist...
Vario has got some really nice single pass Natos.
Nice watch, I like Aristo as you can see.
I found a really nice one on eBay made in Italy and shipped to Australia for under $50 AUD. Genuine soft leather, with brass fittings. I've had it for over 2 years now and it looks even better with a bit of age.
Otherwise as Omeganut suggested, Vario sell some excellent straps or you could this one, cheap prices, but not cheap quality. I've purchased about 10 of their straps and so far they have worked and held up really well, especially for the price.
https://www.cheapestnatostraps.com/collections/leather-suede-single-pass-straps
I picked up some Crazy Horse Leather straps from WatchGecko.
https://www.watchgecko.com/zuludiver-crazy-horse-pull-up-vintage-leather-nato-watch-strap
They are really good quality for $33. Hardware is solid and they don't feel thin like a lot of leather straps do. They also don't feel too thick either. Come in several color options. Great strap.
I picked up some Crazy Horse Leather straps from WatchGecko.
https://www.watchgecko.com/zuludiver-crazy-horse-pull-up-vintage-leather-nato-watch-strap
They are really good quality for $33. Hardware is solid and they don't feel thin like a lot of leather straps do. They also don't feel too thick either. Come in several color options. Great strap.
Thanks for the lead, that one I think is in the lead.