We love it when strap companies release new strap collections. This time we're featuring the Padded Vintage Collection from B&R Bands made with Italian & Horween leathers. Check them out below and visit B&R Bands if you're interested. Check out our other watch guides … [Read more...] about New Strap Release – Padded Vintage Collection from B&R Bands
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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
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SEIKO PRESAGE “COCKTAIL TIME” LINE OF WATCHES
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
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
BRAND SPOTLIGHT- DALUCA STRAPS
Name: DaLuca StrapsWebsite: https://www.DaLucaStraps.com, 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 … [Read more...] about BRAND SPOTLIGHT- DALUCA STRAPS
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – WATCH GECKO ZULUDIVER
Today's strap is a ZULUDIVER (MKII) 400 rubber strap in black, by Watch Gecko, shown here on a Seiko SKX009 watch. The rubber is embossed with a carbon fiber surface treatment and it comes with a folding buckle that allows micro-adjustments for a perfect fit. Additionally, the strap is reversible for a different texture and you can cut it to length (the buckle hides the … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – WATCH GECKO ZULUDIVER
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
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 perfect combos, the strap and watch match-ups we've seen this … [Read more...] about BASIC BANDS 2018 WATCH STRAP & ACCESSORIES GIFT GUIDE
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – HANDMADE ITALIAN LEATHER BY GECKOTA
Today's straps are by Watch Gecko, a strap shop in the U.K. Its a good option for those who aren't U.S. based and are looking for some watch straps since you can purchase in pounds or euros. Shown here is their simple handmade Italian leather strap. The watch on the left is a Seiko SKX009 diver (around $200), while the watch on the right is the way more expensive Tudor Black … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – HANDMADE ITALIAN LEATHER BY GECKOTA
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – BROWN CLOCKWORK SYNERGY STRAP ON A SEIKO SNK 809
Today's strap is a budget friendly combination perfect for a gift or to dress up a watch. The strap is a Clockwork Synergy Autumn Brown Suede Leather Band and the watch is a Seiko SNK 809. You can usually buy both on Amazon for under $140, but sales on the watch often bring that down to closer to $110. All around a great strap/watch combo. You can find the strap on … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – BROWN CLOCKWORK SYNERGY STRAP ON A SEIKO SNK 809
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – OCT 25 – BLUE SILICONE ON SEIKO SKX 007 DIVER
Today's awesome strap combination is from Barton Bands. Pictured is a Blue Flatwater Silicone Quick Release Band on a Seiko SKX 007 Diver. You can find Barton Bands on their website or their Amazon store. At around $20, the watch strap is a great band for the price. The watch pictured is a Seiko SKX 007 diver you can find on Amazon or via our affiliate Jomashop. … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – OCT 25 – BLUE SILICONE ON SEIKO SKX 007 DIVER
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – APRIL 27
Today's strap is from one of our favorite custom watch strap makers, Patrik from Clover Straps. You can find more pics and a link to his website and our interview with Patrik on our Custom Watch Strap Maker Page. The strap is a custom denim strap with orange highlights custom made for a Seiko Orange Monster Watch.
