Below we’ve gathered a collection of popular Bauhaus and minimalist watches. This segment is dominated on the semi-luxury end by Nomos, and in the mid-range price bracket the Junghans Max Bill is incredibly popular. Stowa makes a nice alternative in the Antea and Junkers also has a lot of options, but is hard to buy outside of Europe. For those looking for a Bauhaus watch under … [Read more...] about Gallery of Popular Bauhaus/Minimalist Watches
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Watch strap inspiration – Spring 2020
For our March 2020 watch strap fashion showcase, we have some custom strap makers doing excellent work crafting some straps for some expensive watches, the Panerai and the Patek. You can read interviews with custom watch strap makers on our blog. We also two rectangular watches featured today, the Men's Vintage Patek Reverso on a black alligator strap by Molequin, and the … [Read more...] about Watch strap inspiration – Spring 2020
BRAND SPOTLIGHT – BLUSHARK STRAPS
Name: BlueShark Straps (Run by Joe Scarpati)Website: blusharkstraps.comAmazon 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 … [Read more...] about BRAND SPOTLIGHT – BLUSHARK STRAPS
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – HAVESTON M-22 A2
Today's strap is from Haveston Tool Watch Straps, maker of fine canvas and premium nylon weave straps. If you're looking for a high quality "seatbelt" NATO-style strap, then Haveston is a place to check out. They have a large selection of military inspired color schemes. The strap shown is a M-22 A2, based on the 1942 US Navy camouflage scheme "Measure-22" utilized on … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – HAVESTON M-22 A2
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – B&R BANDS BLAZE HORWEEN STRAP
Today's strap is from the awesome folks over at B&R Bands, this one is from the Horween leather collection. The strap is the Blaze Horween Classic Vintage Watch Band. Check out their website or the B&R Band Storefront on Amazon for more great straps. The watch is a Hamilton Field Mechanical, a great choice in the sub-$500 field watch category. Check it out on Amazon, … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – B&R BANDS BLAZE HORWEEN STRAP
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – CROWN & BUCKLE BLACK LABEL
Today's strap is part of Crown & Buckle's Black Label collection, now in it's 3rd season. The strap shown here is the "Berit," on an Omega Speedmaster Professional watch. … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – CROWN & BUCKLE BLACK LABEL
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 strap where it meets the watch): 18 mmBest Place to Buy: Almost anywhere, usually Amazon will have the best price. Note: We are an Amazon & Jomashop affiliate. Pros: Excellent starter watch for kids … [Read more...] about THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SEIKO SNK WATCH LINE
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – MAR 25, 2018
Today's strap is from one of our favorite custom strapmakers, Toshi Straps in the U.K. If you're in need of a custom strap, they are a great U.K/E.U. supplier and also ship worldwide. We interviewed Rich as part of our custom strapmaker spotlight series, so check out the interview for more pictures of his work. You can find more interviews with custom strap makers on our List … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – MAR 25, 2018
Seiko 5 SNK803, SNK805, SNK807, SNK809 and SNKM95 Watch Strap Inspiration
Find a new watch strap for your Seiko 5 SNK by checking out our Seiko watch strap inspiration board on Pinterest. Be sure to check out our list of reputable Custom Watch Strap Makers as well for more strap inspiration. Our new Guide to the Seiko 5 SNK Watch Line has just been finished! This awesome yet inexpensive watch can usually be found for around $70, so check … [Read more...] about Seiko 5 SNK803, SNK805, SNK807, SNK809 and SNKM95 Watch Strap Inspiration
SMALL BRAND SPOTLIGHT – DANGEROUS9 STRAPS
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 John Glance and his shop, Dangerous9straps. Name: Dangerous9strapsWebsite: … [Read more...] about SMALL BRAND SPOTLIGHT – DANGEROUS9 STRAPS
BAND OF THE DAY – JANUARY 22, 2018
Vintage canvas strap by Red Rock Straps on Omega Speedmaster Today's band is a custom vintage canvas strap from Dan of RedRockStraps on an Omega Speedmaster. Made from a Vietnam era panel marker bag, you can find more of Dan's custom watch straps on the RedRockStraps Etsy Shop. Also check out our list of custom watch strap companies. If you are interested in the watch, … [Read more...] about BAND OF THE DAY – JANUARY 22, 2018
BAND OF THE DAY – JANUARY 11, 2018
Today's band is an awesome black Epsom leather custom watch strap from Jones in Tokyo, a bespoke strap maker based in Japan that is a perennial favorite on watch forums. You can find his shop on Etsy. More pics at the link. The watch of course is an Omega Speedmaster.
