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Watch of the Week – 7/7

July 7, 2022 by Basic Bands

When Citizen launched the Eco Drive line it was an instant success. Complete with chronograph and a casual leather band, this is the perfect weekend watch.  Buy the citizen eco-drive watch here! … [Read more...] about Watch of the Week – 7/7

Watch of the Week – 7/1

July 1, 2022 by Basic Bands

Seiko Men's Japanese Mechanical Automatic Watch Seiko is a tried-and-true brand with a reputation for high quality, durable, and stylish pieces. This Seiko pairs with a multitude of bands and will last a lifetime. The skeleton back showcases its legendary Japanese mechanical movement.  Seiko Men's watch here! … [Read more...] about Watch of the Week – 7/1

Watch of the Week – 6/24

June 24, 2022 by Basic Bands

Orient Men's 'Mako II'  The Orient Mako is the perfect dive watch. It’s rugged, functional, stylish, and highly customizable. Paired with a nato strap or the stock bracelet, it becomes sporty and classy and compliments every outfit.  Shop the Orient Men's 'Mako II' here! … [Read more...] about Watch of the Week – 6/24

Best Fitness Trackers – June 2022

June 24, 2022 by Basic Bands

If you are trying to improve your fitness, one of the most powerful tools is using a fitness tracker. Fitness trackers are watches, rings, and straps (wearables) that are intended to be stylish and help you track your fitness progress. These trackers provide you with detailed insights and data about your body like resting heart rate, HRV, sleep length and quality tracking, … [Read more...] about Best Fitness Trackers – June 2022

Happy National Watch Day!

June 19, 2022 by Basic Bands

June 19 is one of our favorite days of the year. National Watch Day recognizes the timepiece industry which has been around for centuries. This year's National Watch Day is extra special because it lines up with Father's Day. So if you're looking for a last-minute Father's Day gift, a watch is definitely the way to go! To honor this important day, we're showcasing some of … [Read more...] about Happy National Watch Day!

Watch of the Week – 6/17

June 17, 2022 by Basic Bands

Tissot Men's Everytime Desire Tissot is the perfect brand to start your Swiss watch journey. You can’t go wrong with the Everytime, a classic look with a dressy band. This watch is easily swappable with other sportier bands. Shop the Everytime here! Shop more of our favorite Tissot watches below: … [Read more...] about Watch of the Week – 6/17

Jomashop Father’s Day Deals – 50%+ OFF

June 15, 2022 by Basic Bands

Exclusive Father's Day Deals Our favorite watch shopping destination is offering exclusive deals for Basic Bands users. Across their portfolio of 650+ brands and 75,000 unique products there are discounts ranging from 20% to 60% site-wide. Our partnership provides you access to significant savings on top watch models. Shop now to get access to the Jomashop Father's … [Read more...] about Jomashop Father’s Day Deals – 50%+ OFF

HOW TO FIX A BROKEN LOOP ON YOUR WATCH STRAP

June 8, 2022 by Basic Bands

Brown suede rally tropic watch strap by Maverick Custom Handmade

We all have a favorite watch that we wear often. Unfortunately, sometimes the loop on the strap breaks. Read on to find options for repairing your watch strap loop. Fixing a Keeper Most watch bands have one or two loops on the strap to keep the bracelet or band from flopping around on your wrist. Known by different names like hoop, retainer, loop, these loops are … [Read more...] about HOW TO FIX A BROKEN LOOP ON YOUR WATCH STRAP

Father’s Day 2022 Watch Buying Guide

June 2, 2022 by Basic Bands

Father's Day 2022 Watch Buying Guide Father's day is just around the corner, and if you're looking for the perfect gift for dad, a watch is always a classic choice.  But with so many different styles and options out there, it can be tough to know where to start. From band to bevel, we've rounded up everything you need to know about choosing the right watch for … [Read more...] about Father’s Day 2022 Watch Buying Guide

HOW TO PICK OUT THE RIGHT BAND FOR YOUR WATCH – A PRIMER ON WATCH STRAP STYLE

May 24, 2022 by Basic Bands

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If you’re new to watchbands or looking to buy a gift for that special someone, knowing how to pick out the right watch strap is difficult. We interviewed Thomas Lathrop, CEO of popular watchband company Crown & Buckle, for some tips on matching up the right band to your watch. He gives a basic watch strap color guide, Hello Thomas, and thanks for agreeing to be … [Read more...] about HOW TO PICK OUT THE RIGHT BAND FOR YOUR WATCH – A PRIMER ON WATCH STRAP STYLE

Gallery of Popular Timex Watch Models

May 18, 2022 by Basic Bands

Timex is a popular value brand of watches. They are often recommended on watch forums and review sites as options for people looking for a quality watch under $100. They make a wide variety of watches and are perfect starter watches for kids and teenagers and casual watches for adults. They make excellent office watches and they have some good outdoor/sport watches and a … [Read more...] about Gallery of Popular Timex Watch Models

BRAND SPOTLIGHT – BLUSHARK STRAPS

May 12, 2022 by Basic Bands

Name: BlueShark Straps (Run by Joe Scarpati)Amazon storefront: LinkWhat do you sell: Watch bands, primarily nylon and silicone What are the origins of the company: I started the business in 2015 with the goal of providing nylon watch bands comparable in quality to luxury manufacturers' offerings, but at a fraction of the price. What are your best selling straps? … [Read more...] about BRAND SPOTLIGHT – BLUSHARK STRAPS

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  • We hope you enjoy our blog on watch strap fashion. Here are some places to start:
  • List of Watch Strap Companies
    List of Custom Watch Strap Makers
  • Interviews with Watch Strap Makers & Brands
  • Primer on Watch Strap Style | Style Inspiration | Watch strap examples by color & type
  • Tools for changing a strap | Fixing a broken strap loop
  • Guide to safely purchasing a watch online.
  • Watch Guides: Orient Bambino | Seiko SNK | Seiko Presage.
  • Shop our Amazon recommendations | Inexpensive NATO straps on Amazon

 

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Brown suede rally tropic watch strap by Maverick Custom Handmade

HOW TO FIX A BROKEN LOOP ON YOUR WATCH STRAP

Most watch bands have one or two loops on the strap to keep the bracelet or band from flopping around on your wrist. Known by different names like hoop, retainer, loop, these loops are officially called “keepers,” and they can sometimes fall off and break. Leather or cloth keepers will disintegrate through wear and tear from moisture or sweat, while rubber ones can become brittle and snap.
The good news is that you can fix a broken watch hoop in several ways. The easiest way is to buy a replacement loop on Amazon and put it on the strap. Rubber loops can sometimes be stretched over the buckle, but for most replacement loops you must disconnect the strap or buckle to get the new loop on. Important: make sure you buy the correct width loop, measured in millimeters.

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HOW TO PICK OUT THE RIGHT BAND FOR YOUR WATCH – A PRIMER ON WATCH STRAP STYLE

If you’re new to watchbands or looking to buy a gift for that special someone, knowing how to pick out the right watch strap is difficult. We interviewed Thomas Lathrop, CEO of popular watchband company Crown & Buckle, for some tips on matching up the right band to your watch.

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THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE ORIENT BAMBINO DRESS WATCH

Simply put, the Orient Bambino is probably the best affordable dress watch out there. A fantastic option for your first watch, it takes a movement from a reliable watch company and puts it in an incredible looking package. Earlier generations can be bought for just over $100, while the most popular style from the new generation will be closer to $300 (although it frequently goes on sale).

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SAFE PLACES TO BUY WATCHES ONLINE – A GUIDE TO ONLINE WATCH PURCHASING

Watches make good gifts for birthdays, weddings and special occasions like graduations. But if you don’t purchase a watch often, it’s hard to know where to look first for the best deal, the best warranty & a guarantee of authenticity. Most people find that the online watch purchasing experience is fragmented and fraught with fakes and high prices. This article explains how to pick an online watch store.

Seiko Turtle Watch on Barton Bands Canvas Strap

BEST PLACES TO BUY WATCH STRAPS ONLINE

A common question we get is where to buy watch straps, who is reputable, and how to choose among the different options. On this page, we have listed the major strap companies and brands, divided by category. Most places ship internationally, but we have listed out companies that are outside the U.S. if you’re looking […]

Barton Bands Green Canvas Strap on a Seiko SNK 805

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SEIKO SNK WATCH LINE

The Seiko 5 line of SNK watches are highly recommended as an inexpensive way to get into automatics. The watches are great for kids as a first watch and an excellent casual watch for adults. It meets all the check boxes for a good looking watch from a great brand at a great price.

Kids (and parents) will love the sub-$100 price, the good design and the ability to mix and match watch straps. It can be a first watch for a kid or a nice watch for a teenager that can go with a lot of outfits.

Hybrid Sand Woven Fabric Tudor NATO strap on a Tudor Black Bay Dive Watch

Watch Strap Color Guide & Inspiration

We get a lot of questions here at the Basic Bands watch strap blog, and often that question is about which watch strap color goes with which color watch dial or type of watch. If you’re wondering about that too, we’re here to help.

It’s not possible to list every watch type and style and the colors and types of straps that go well with them, so we’ve started Pinterest boards to give you more inspiration. Other sources of watch strap ideas include Reddit’s r/Watchbands and Instagram.If you don’t use Pinterest, you can find images by clicking on tags in the sidebar or using the Inspiration category at the top of the page.

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THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SEIKO PRESAGE “COCKTAIL TIME” LINE OF WATCHES

Welcome to the Basic Bands guide to the Seiko Presage “Cocktail Time” line of watches. These watches, nicknamed after the elaborate cocktails fashioned by Shinobu Ishigaki, are an incredibly popular line of dress watches from Seiko. Combining the reliability and affordability of a Seiko with some amazingly gorgeous dials, these watches have become one of the most popular affordable dress watches in the market.

Tag Heuer Carrera Watch on Brown Hirsch Speed Alligator Strap

BASIC BANDS 2018 WATCH STRAP & ACCESSORIES GIFT GUIDE

Hello everyone, and welcome to the 2018 edition of the Basic Bands Watch Strap & Accessories Gift Guide! We’re here to help you find that perfect someone (or yourself) the perfect gift this holiday season. We’ve divided the guide up into sections, so skip ahead to the one that interests you most. First we have […]

Clockwork Synergy Two-Piece NATO Strap

BASIC BANDS 2017 WATCH STRAP AND BAND GIFT GUIDE

So you’re looking for a strap? Maybe the person you’re shopping for already has a nice watch and you’d love to match it with a nice strap. Or maybe you’re buying a watch and you’re looking for strap ideas to complement the stock band. Or maybe you just got a new watch and you’d like to spice it up with a new leather or NATO strap. Well, you’ve come to the right place. We’re Basic Bands, and we loooove watch straps.

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