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
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
5 INEXPENSIVE NATO STRAP OPTIONS UNDER $20 ON AMAZON
NATO and ZULU watch straps are fun, colorful, and let's face it, relatively cheap if you know where to look. We've found five strap options under $20 for you to check out. All are available on our Amazon Watch Strap Shop, where you can find all of the best rated watch strap and tool options on Amazon. 1. Barton Watch Bands NATO Strap ~$12One of our favorite brands, this … [Read more...] about 5 INEXPENSIVE NATO STRAP OPTIONS UNDER $20 ON AMAZON
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE ORIENT BAMBINO DRESS WATCH
Name Orient BambinoPrice Range: $100-$325 (depending on version and color combination)Style: Dress watchType: AutomaticWatch Size: 40.5mm (42mm for V4).Lug width (size of strap where it meets the watch): 21mm (22mm for V4)Where to Buy the Orient Bambino: Amazon Pros: Great price, frequently on sale from watch sellers even when full priced on the Orient website.Fantastic … [Read more...] about THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE ORIENT BAMBINO DRESS WATCH
NEW AMAZON SHOP FOR WATCH STRAPS AND BANDS
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
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
5 FUN CUSTOM APPLE WATCH BANDS ON ETSY
If you're looking to replace your Apple Watch band but don't like the looks of those prices in the Apple store, check out Etsy. Its a great place to source some fantastic styles that aren't going to necessarily break the bank. We've found five fun bands for you to check out, links are in the captions of each picture. We are an Etsy affiliate. Support our blog by … [Read more...] about 5 FUN CUSTOM APPLE WATCH BANDS ON ETSY
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 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
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
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
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
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
