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

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Name Seiko Presage Cocktail Time (part of the larger Presage line)Price Range: $300-$500 (depending on version and color combination)Style: Dress watchType: AutomaticWatch Size: 40.5mm Lug width (size of strap where it meets the watch): 20 mmWebsite: Seiko Presage LineupBest Place to Buy: Amazon or a department/watch/jewelry store. Seiko usually sells … [Read more...] about THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SEIKO PRESAGE “COCKTAIL TIME” LINE OF WATCHES

BLACK FRIDAY, CYBER MONDAY AND HOLIDAY SALES 2019

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Edit: Happy holidays everyone! If you're in the market for a new watch, check out our guide for Safely Buying a Watch Online and check out our other guides. List of reputable watch strap companies & brandsTools for Replacing A Watch Strap Or BandHow to Pick Out The Right Watch Band For Your Watch5 Tips For Picking Out A New Watch Band Or StrapThe Complete Guide to the … [Read more...] about BLACK FRIDAY, CYBER MONDAY AND HOLIDAY SALES 2019

BLACK FRIDAY DEALS ON WATCHES AND WATCH STRAPS

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Watches: Amazon - Men's Watches, Women's Watches. Jomashop -  Doorbusters and Sales. AuthenticWatches Black Friday Sale Orient has a 15% with code HOLIDAY18. Fossil - promo code BF30 Christopher Ward - 15% off with code BF15 Watchbands & Straps Basic Bands Amazon lists - we've collected lists of the most popular watch straps, check if any are on sale. Ashland has $50 off … [Read more...] about BLACK FRIDAY DEALS ON WATCHES AND WATCH STRAPS

BASIC BANDS 2018 WATCH STRAP & ACCESSORIES GIFT GUIDE

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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 perfect combos, the strap and watch match-ups we've seen this … [Read more...] about BASIC BANDS 2018 WATCH STRAP & ACCESSORIES GIFT GUIDE

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 chose 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 Amazon, … [Read more...] about BEST PLACES TO BUY WATCH STRAPS ONLINE

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

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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 … [Read more...] about SAFE PLACES TO BUY WATCHES ONLINE – A GUIDE TO ONLINE WATCH PURCHASING

5 FUN CUSTOM APPLE WATCH BANDS ON ETSY

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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. Geometric Apple Watch Band by Tykhee Genuine Leather … [Read more...] about 5 FUN CUSTOM APPLE WATCH BANDS ON ETSY

5 INEXPENSIVE NATO STRAP OPTIONS UNDER $20 ON AMAZON

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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

BASIC BANDS 2017 WATCH STRAP AND BAND GIFT GUIDE

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It’s the holidays, and that means gift ideas! Welcome to the 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 … [Read more...] about BASIC BANDS 2017 WATCH STRAP AND BAND GIFT GUIDE

LIST OF CUSTOM WATCH STRAP COMPANIES

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List of Custom Watch Strap Makers (alphabetical)Most custom watch strap makers ship worldwide. If you're looking for a local supplier, strap makers outside the U.S. have their location noted in parenthesis. If we've done an interview with the strapmaker, that is noted too. You can read all the interviews in one place here. Pro-tip: Buy these quick release spring bars off … [Read more...] about LIST OF CUSTOM WATCH STRAP COMPANIES

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 … [Read more...] about NEW AMAZON SHOP FOR WATCH STRAPS AND BANDS