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A revival of the Watch thread
September 15, 2015, 03:34 PM
AeteoclesA revival of the Watch thread
If I wanted to throw a leather band on my Rolex Air King, who would I buy the band from? I don't think I can bring myself to spend more than $60-80 on a band though...is that even reasonable? Could I find something USA made for that price?
Maybe something like this?
September 15, 2015, 04:41 PM
r0gueI love strap watches. I love straps. The strap makes the watch and accounts for a significant portion of a good fit and feel, and most of a good look. A bad strap can make a good watch look and feel terrible. I have lots of sources and could recommend a few that would look great on that watch, but they'd be on average $100 over your price cap. And at that many would use U.S. material, but be crafted overseas.
Surf over here for a bit.
https://bulangandsons.com/prod...-straight-bcroc-02/#September 15, 2015, 05:17 PM
AeteoclesDamn. That's halfway to another Sebenza for some leather...sigh.
September 15, 2015, 05:21 PM
AeteoclesHow does the Sigforum Brain Trust(tm) feel about Crown & Buckle?
http://www.crownandbuckle.com/...d/american-made.htmlSeptember 15, 2015, 05:23 PM
jhe888An Air King on a strap is a great choice.
I think an Air King justifies spending a few bucks, but they do look good on a NATO strap, if you want to have a very casual look.
This guy's straps look good, and they aren't priced too high.
http://www.steveostraps.com/
The fish is mute, expressionless. The fish doesn't think because the fish knows everything. September 15, 2015, 05:31 PM
AeteoclesOkay, I'll let suggestions roll in for a little bit. Seems like this isn't going to be a 1-afternoon-of-research-in-between-emails decision.
September 15, 2015, 05:42 PM
sig229ownerquote:
Originally posted by jhe888:
An Air King on a strap is a great choice.
I think an Air King justifies spending a few bucks, but they do look good on a NATO strap, if you want to have a very casual look.
Isn't that like buying a $3000 1911 and stuffing it in a $10 gun show nylon holster.... Sigh...
September 15, 2015, 06:01 PM
LeeannThere's also
http://shop.wornandwound.comGreat quality. There's a pic a few pages back of my Tag on a leather NATO strap from them.
Sig P226 .40 S&W
Sig SP2022 9mm
RIA 1911 Gov't .45
...and more
September 15, 2015, 07:56 PM
POLLUXHere's a couple more:
www.panatime.com www.natostrapco.comSeptember 15, 2015, 08:04 PM
r0gueI've bought chromexcel NATOs from Crown & buckle before. They were very nice.
I would not do a NATO on that. I'd do a 2 piece Horween with a contrast stitch.
September 16, 2015, 03:16 AM
46and2quote:
Originally posted by Aeteocles:
If I wanted to throw a leather band on my Rolex Air King, who would I buy the band from? I don't think I can bring myself to spend more than $60-80 on a band though...is that even reasonable? Could I find something USA made for that price?
Maybe something like this?
I've had custom straps, fancier than what you seem to want, made by forum members over at the watch nerd forums for around $100 each (one made from a WWII Swedish ammo satchel).
September 18, 2015, 07:06 PM
frankinaugquote:
Originally posted by Aeteocles:
How does the Sigforum Brain Trust(tm) feel about Crown & Buckle?
http://www.crownandbuckle.com/...d/american-made.html
Crown and Buckle is an excellent choice.
DISCLAIMER: These are the author's own personal views and do not represent the views of the author's employer.
September 19, 2015, 01:45 AM
Killer InstinctsMy Blancpain Aqualung Hundred Hours. Sorry for the crappy picture.
The Blancpain is probably my favorite possession. It was a graduation gift (Airborne school) from my very generous mother. It's wonderfully thin and has absolutely the nicest bracelet I've ever seen on a watch. As an added bonus, I've never seen another - they only made 1999 pieces.
September 19, 2015, 06:27 AM
P-220I really like the looks of the Air King. IMO, it is simple and understated.
Niech Zyje P-220
Steve
September 20, 2015, 05:22 AM
r0guequote:
Originally posted by Killer Instincts:
My Blancpain Aqualung Hundred Hours. Sorry for the crappy picture.
That's a serious watch. I love BP. I've been close to pulling a trigger on a Flyback Chrono pre-owned more than once. Love the sword hands and the case and bracelet are excellent.
September 21, 2015, 12:40 AM
Killer Instinctsquote:
Originally posted by r0gue:
quote:
Originally posted by Killer Instincts:
My Blancpain Aqualung Hundred Hours. Sorry for the crappy picture.
That's a serious watch. I love BP. I've been close to pulling a trigger on a Flyback Chrono pre-owned more than once. Love the sword hands and the case and bracelet are excellent.
I am a huge fan as well. I'd like to have a Fifty Fathoms, but I think an older Sea Dweller will probably be the next watch purchase. I have a Baume et Mercier that I'll probably sacrifice to that end since I kind of hate it anyway.
September 21, 2015, 05:28 AM
r0guequote:
Originally posted by Killer Instincts:
since I kind of hate it anyway.
Be glad you hate it. I keep wanting something different, but cannot seem to part with any of the few that I have. I have a one in one out rule.
Heck... I may be done!
September 21, 2015, 04:46 PM
Killer Instinctsquote:
Originally posted by r0gue:
quote:
Originally posted by Killer Instincts:
since I kind of hate it anyway.
Be glad you hate it. I keep wanting something different, but cannot seem to part with any of the few that I have. I have a one in one out rule.
Heck... I may be done!
That seems like a flawed rule. One cannot have enough watches or firearms.
September 21, 2015, 05:36 PM
r0guequote:
Originally posted by Killer Instincts:
That seems like a flawed rule. One cannot have enough watches or firearms.
See my sig line.
September 21, 2015, 06:38 PM
Killer Instinctsquote:
Originally posted by r0gue:
quote:
Originally posted by Killer Instincts:
That seems like a flawed rule. One cannot have enough watches or firearms.
See my sig line.
Only if you let it!