Aftermarket Straps and Bracelets
Where does everybody get their aftermarket straps and bracelets from? There’s so many out there but it’s hard to know what’s quality and what simply isn’t.
On the topic, do you find it difficult to mix straps/watches from different manufacturers?
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Michael
Only slightly addicted.
Australia
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Last active: 5 days ago
7.50” / 19.05 cm
I’ve purchased plenty of bracelets from Strapcode as well as Long Island Watch and have been pleased with their fitment and finishing. As for straps, I’ve obtained several leather straps from Vario and have been happy with them.
From Etsy mostly, many straps at all price points and origins. I found it excellent. So far my only disappointment has been a Tissot PRX silicon strap that did not fit well to the case. Integrated watches might require genuine straps and bracelets from the manufacturers.
The Strap Tailor and watch gecko.
I'm kinda picky on leather. I have a few from Worn&Wound since I like that they are sourced and made in the US.
I finally have a couple of Zane's Handmade single pass.
For metal I have thoroughly enjoyed my Forstner stuff. And Marc over at LongIslandWatch, makes some fantastic solid end link steel.
Personally I would have no problem mixing manufacturers. If it fits between the lugs, good to go, especially if I fell like the strap pairs well with the watch head.
I usually get mine through Nostime and Delugs. I struggle to match straps/watches too and appreciate the Strap Guides that Delugs puts together.
Bracelets has to be Uncle Seiko. I’m not picky about my natos, just need to be single pass. I don’t do leather.
I have moved on with major strap sites. I strictly do custom straps now. I use my nephews business Leatherbound.ink
I Have more enjoyment now with another part of the hobby. Each strap has it's own character and appeal. I have straps that are unique.
The Strap Tailor and watch gecko.
Definitely leaving those two open in my tabs.