Strap Swap!
The Baltic’s stock strap was too small for my wrist (barely fit on the last hole) and tapers to a narrow end and buckle.
I went with the Artem Classic Navy Blue Sailcloth Strap with White Stitching. Shipping from Australia was free and arrived in 9 days via DHL. Not my favorite shipping method as the final delivery is made by the Postal Service and making that handoff can add an additional day or two.
Fairly taut out of the box the Atrem strap has a nice texture, tapered thickness (thicker at the lugs) and well finished edges and stitching. No stray strands or unfinished edges here.
The XL strap fits much better, with the clasp now closeing on the 3rd/4th hole. I opted for the normal lugs rather than the quick release as I don’t plan on swapping it with any frequency.
My initial thought is it’s cost is on par with the quality, especially considering the free international shipping. It still needs to break in so the strap lays better near the lugs.
TL:DR Artem strap is worth the money and better than the factory strap.
Factory: Pic 1 & 3
Artem: Pic 2 & 4
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I’m a fan of contrast stitching on straps. Especially when it compliments the dial. I think this looks great. 👌
Looking great. What's your wrist size? Edit: It's mentioned in your profile. Sorry
Agreed. I've got 3 , really do rate them 👍🏻👍🏻
White stitching really compliments the dial, nice choice mate!