Is there such a thing as a strap length protocol?
With the latest acquisition of replacement straps, my Barton Elites came with two lengths supplied. If I’d have had to state one size or the other when ordering, I’d have gone for ‘standard’ without even giving it much thought.
When I put the two the lengths against the watches, the long actually looked the better fit……at first. However, after fitting them I thought I’d give the standard a try. These I thought actually seemed a better fit, although I did have to remove one of the keepers.
You can see below I’ve got my white 1WC Dan Henry on the final slot, although this is because it’s so warm today - normally I’d have it on the second one.
In one sense I think this looks too short, but on the other hand, I think it’s a neater fit and doesn’t have the bulk on the side of the wrist that a long strap would bring. Both lengths are comfortable.
What do you guys think? Does the short one look silly….is there a protocol or etiquette to strap length….or am I over thinking this, again 🙄?
I think the shorter one looks good in that manner; almost like there's a deployant clasp.
As far as a protocol, I've never heard of one and if it exists at this point in history, it's just elitist garbage.
As long as the tail isn't flapping in the breeze, you’re probably good. I’m not aware of a protocol per se, but if I was making one up, it might be “If you look at the watch on your wrist from the top, and you can see the tail of the strap, it’s too long”
The first thing that came to mind when I saw your question was a paraphrase of Lincoln's response to the question "How long should a man's legs be in proportion to his body?" If we substitute strap for legs, my answer would long enough to keep the watch on your wrist. 😂
As long as it fits comfortably, I think shorter is better. Longer flaps find a way to get in the way IMHO.
The first thing that came to mind when I saw your question was a paraphrase of Lincoln's response to the question "How long should a man's legs be in proportion to his body?" If we substitute strap for legs, my answer would long enough to keep the watch on your wrist. 😂
Superb 😂
If you're on the last hole and it's barely going through the keeper, yes, it looks weird. It's like wearing a belt with your jeans. If you're in one of the 'middle' holes, the belt looks classy. If you're on the last hole, it looks bad; it looks ill-fitting. it doesn't look 'right'. Exactly the same principal when it comes to watches.
Just a few comments
The beauty of the Barton strap is the notch in the end allows you to engage the keeper and keep the strap in place. They design their straps so you can engage that keeper when on the last hole so it saves it ’missing’ the keeper, as mentioned by @complication This always provides some of the strap protruding through.
Its a bit cooler today so I have on the second one today.
The beauty of the Barton strap is the notch in the end allows you to engage the keeper and keep the strap in place. They design their straps so you can engage that keeper when on the last hole so it saves it ’missing’ the keeper, as mentioned by @complication This always provides some of the strap protruding through.
Its a bit cooler today so I have on the second one today.
Looks much better on the second notch. Almost perfect. Would look perfect on the third.
I prefer to have the strap go closer to the edge of the wrist as it's more comfortable for me there and less likely for the strap to come out of the keeper
Shorter is better.
As a man we have been trained otherwise.