UK NATO Straps

Hi all,

Im after a good quality Nato strap that doesnt fray after a month or two - does such a thing exist or am I better just buying a cheap ebay one every month or two!

UK based suppliers ideally - thanks!

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https://www.regimentalshop.com/collections/regimental-shop-chronograph-watches

UK regimental straps but remember Nato's have never lasted a long time not of leather.

I buy the cheaper ones from Cheapestnatostraps out of the netherlands for $6.00 . They get gross and stained from wear before they wear out anyway

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mksnatostraps.com is based out of the UK. I bought one 5 months ago and it still looks great, though I don't wear it harshly. It's also long enough to fold over and tuck in for me.

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Isnt watchgecko from uk? Their new ridged nato looks cool. But i have to admit that i didnt try them. For europe buyers phenomenato is also a good option! 

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I get all of mine from the watch lab. I'm friends with the guy that works there. £15 each. Hardware isn't the greatest but they are comfy

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I've been very happy with the ones I've had from Watch Gecko, also lunarwatchstraps on eBay does nice premium ones.

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Mora makes a nice strap. After much time spent searching for one close to the Omega nato this came the closest, so far. ordered a couple in ‘20 and have used one consistently since, a couple of times a week approx. Pic enclosed. 

Worn in ‘beater’ conditions, but not water. ( My Speedies don’t like water ) Live in the South so it has experienced a fair amount of humidty, sun and sweat. 

morastraps.com

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I have really liked Bark & Jack Nato straps.

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I know you said UK based but I’ve bought off these guys with no problems, reasonable delivery time, no import duty added, not over the top postage, massive range and decent quality - https://www.cheapestnatostraps.com

I would definitely go back compared to some of the tat I’ve had off eBay. 

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Scooter

I know you said UK based but I’ve bought off these guys with no problems, reasonable delivery time, no import duty added, not over the top postage, massive range and decent quality - https://www.cheapestnatostraps.com

I would definitely go back compared to some of the tat I’ve had off eBay. 

3rd order for me there.

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Not trying to expose companies. But many are the same 4 dollar NATO straps from Aliexpress which to be honest they have tons of straps and bracelets choices. 

Here are some of the stuff I got from Aliexpress:

for like 11 bucks

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I got for 6 on sale now 9 bucks

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5.29 

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10 bucks for the bracelet

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5.29

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3.29

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You are not saving much especially with covid shipping delays but the options can't compare to any store.

Aliexpress:

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Amazon:

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That's a huge gap in price and they do not offer gold/rose gold buckle. I'm just putting out there for the people that can't spend 70 to 100 bucks on custom leather bands or thinks that needs to spend a fortune on their nato color choice.

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Thanks guys, il have a look at some of those!

Next question, what colour for a Batman Turtle? Maybe grey?

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https://www.bremont.com/products/nato-strap-black-white
bremont do some lovely 22mm ones in different stitch colours and tan etc.

They are more expensive at £70 odd but with the leather springbar attachment etc they are well made. 
I’ve used one for a few years and still looks good.

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laurik

I have really liked Bark & Jack Nato straps.

I agree. They are quality.  

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Watchwatchwatch do some decent, fair priced straps in the UK.

Scooter

I know you said UK based but I’ve bought off these guys with no problems, reasonable delivery time, no import duty added, not over the top postage, massive range and decent quality - https://www.cheapestnatostraps.com

I would definitely go back compared to some of the tat I’ve had off eBay. 

I agree with scooter here. I’ve had to try different straps from cheapest nato to see what I like. but they definitely have done quality stuff. my favourite straps by them as of the moment is the seal straps. they use a friction based buckle rather than a hole adjust. which is good because It’s way easier to get a variety of fits. plus there is minimal fraying. and even if it does fray a little it will not cause any potential failures of the buckle. 

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Mine are all from Bark and Jack. 
Love the quality, I wear them into the ground, never had any problems. 

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WatchGecko 👌 Think they UK based

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I've only limited experience with natos but I recently bought three from zuludiver and have been wearing them all regularly with no issues at all. Seem comfortable and sturdy enough. I think they came to twenty nine quid for all three. 

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Oh this is the thread. gets popcorn

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I'm not in the UK but I buy my NATOS from www.haveston.com who are based there.  I like how their straps are single pass with floating keepers and they have a lot of WWII inspired colors, which look great on tool watches.

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If you are okay with single-pass, I would highly recommend Lunar Straps! 

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Not quite a regular NATO - but just received my Zuludiver 328 rubber NATO strap and although higher priced than a traditional nylon NATO, definitely worth a look, comfort out of the box and quality is clearly excellent and of course no fraying. As a holiday / beach strap it looks like it will be perfect and a bit more practical. (manufacturer's photo)...
 

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Well I went for a Bark and Jack in the end. Very happy!

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