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NEW AMAZON SHOP FOR WATCH STRAPS AND BANDS

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We're a new member of the Amazon influencer program! That means you can find all of our Amazon recommendations in one place on our new Amazon shop, https://www.amazon.com/shop/basic-bands. Many of the strap makers we feature often are on there, so check it out. You'll also find a lot of other highly rated watch straps of all different styles, from NATOs to canvas to leather to … [Read more...] about NEW AMAZON SHOP FOR WATCH STRAPS AND BANDS

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

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Some (but not all) of the vendors mentioned below are our affiliates. This guide covers safe places to buy watches online, including the pros and cons of each category of vendor. Feel free to skip ahead to the section you're interested in: Buying a watch from the manufacturer.Buying a watch on Amazon.Buying a watch from a grey market watch marketplace.Buying a watch from … [Read more...] about SAFE PLACES TO BUY WATCHES ONLINE – A GUIDE TO ONLINE WATCH PURCHASING

BEST PLACES TO BUY WATCH STRAPS ONLINE

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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 for faster service or to avoid shipping fees. We are an … [Read more...] about BEST PLACES TO BUY WATCH STRAPS ONLINE

BRAND SPOTLIGHT- DALUCA STRAPS

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Name: DaLuca StrapsWebsite:  Amazon StorefrontLocation: San Diego,CA What: We handcraft watch straps for just about every brand out there and have a line of leather goods as well that we design and manufacture in house. These items include wallets, belts, handbags, keychains, dog leashes and collars as well as some custom one off items. What materials do you use in your … [Read more...] about BRAND SPOTLIGHT- DALUCA STRAPS

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SEIKO SNK WATCH LINE

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Name: Seiko 5 SNK line Price Range: $65-95 (depending on color & sales)Style: Military/Casual Type: AutomaticWatch Size: 37 mmLug width: (size of the strap where it meets the watch): 18 mmBest Place to Buy: Almost anywhere, Amazon will usually have the best price. Seiko avoids selling these on their website, (they have similar upscale models instead). Note: We are an … [Read more...] about THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SEIKO SNK WATCH LINE

SMALL BRAND SPOTLIGHT – FREDDIE MATARA

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Watch strap making isn’t just limited to major brands and big shops; across the world there are small strapmakers making a living designing unique and custom straps. Our small brand spotlight series interviews these strapmakers to see what makes them tick. Today the spotlight is on Freddie Matara and his incredible cuff-style leather watch straps custom made to fit a watch … [Read more...] about SMALL BRAND SPOTLIGHT – FREDDIE MATARA

WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – WOMEN’S APPLE WATCH STRAP BY OLEKSYNPRANNYK

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Today's strap is from a small custom strapmaker in North Carolina, OleksynPrannyk. It is a custom Apple watch strap with a double band. Like most 3rd-party watch straps, it comes with the hardware to easily put it on your Apple watch. Check out their Etsy shop or their website for more great custom work including other leather goods like dopp kits, groomsmen bags and of … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – WOMEN’S APPLE WATCH STRAP BY OLEKSYNPRANNYK

Watch Strap Color Guide & Inspiration

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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. For starters, check out our style guide interview with Crown & Buckle CEO Thomas Lathrop. If you are new to changing your watch band, we also … [Read more...] about Watch Strap Color Guide & Inspiration