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    Where do you purchase your leather straps

    UK where do you purchase good leather straps without breaking bank?

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    Watch Obssesion, and Hirsch straps

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    Ukwatchstrap.co.uk are usually my first port of call.

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    Quote Originally Posted by snowman View Post
    Ukwatchstrap.co.uk are usually my first port of call.

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    All of the above plus Cousins. Watchbandcenter (Germany) has more straps than you can shake a watch at and quick shipping (3-4 days usually).

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    Colareb, Italy but for 8 euros they do overnight UPS delivery for any number of straps.

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    Weston watch straps are always worth a look, very prompt delivery.
    http://www.westonwatchstraps.co.uk/

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    I like watchgecko- nice quality straps at reasonable prices. Great service too.

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    Hirsch and REWA make very nice straps for the money, in my experience.

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    I also buy from Watchgecko sometimes. Received a 19mm strap yesterday. Not much leather in it, but great value at £6. Not bad for 19mm width.

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    Zlimsn -Chinese eBay seller but all straps I’ve bought have been excellent quality for the price. Also cousins have some decent stuff cheap and there are a couple of members here who make good stuff. I have large wrists so have to make sure they are long enough, most straps are just a little too short for me, i need at least 210mm excluding watch head for most watches.

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    Thank you all for pointing me in the right direction.

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    Hirsch are great value imo, I've recently put a brown heritage on my speedmaster professional and I think it looks the mutts nuts.
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    Last few are al colareb. So comfortable and they look great.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 200mwaterresistant View Post
    Colareb, Italy but for 8 euros they do overnight UPS delivery for any number of straps.
    Some nice looking straps in here, but it would be better if they stated the strap lengths.

    I have to say I buy quite a few from the sales corner.
    Last edited by andy tims; 4th February 2018 at 19:32.
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    I have mostly been using Kaufmann for the last year

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    Toshi

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    Quote Originally Posted by andy tims View Post
    Some nice looking straps in here, but it would be better if they stated the strap lengths.
    If you click on 'more info' on the product it does tell you this.

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    Quote Originally Posted by snowman View Post
    Ukwatchstrap.co.uk are usually my first port of call.
    ^ In my experience, these guys are significantly better than Watch Obsession, but also:

    Quote Originally Posted by animalone View Post
    I have mostly been using Kaufmann for the last year
    ^ Ian is very kindly in the process of sorting a custom Kaufmann for me, which I have very high hopes for 🤩

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    Lately ColaReb, as they do these great short length leather straps that fit my wrist perfectly. Usually Timefactors and TheStrapShop are my first ports of call. Recently impressed by WatchGecko’s service. For custom straps, I would recommend Toshi.

    Dave
    Last edited by dforgrieve; 4th February 2018 at 20:32.

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    Quote Originally Posted by CriticalMass View Post
    Toshi
    +1 Not the cheapest but great quality.

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    Another suggestion for custom made straps-
    http://www.steveostraps.com

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    Sectime and Thestrapshop (both mentioned above) are my go to places. Bought a few from Eddie as well :-)

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    Quote Originally Posted by nunya View Post
    Watch Obssesion, and Hirsch straps
    Same as nunya, but I also like Pav Straps for great quality and service for the money.

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    Even more outlets to view. Thanks again.

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    Our own Pavel makes excellent straps at very reasonable prices.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shane View Post
    Our own Pavel makes excellent straps at very reasonable prices.
    Hear hear, I totally agree.
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    Where do you purchase your leather straps

    Quote Originally Posted by Geralt View Post
    All of the above plus Cousins. Watchbandcenter (Germany) has more straps than you can shake a watch at and quick shipping (3-4 days usually).
    Here . They sell some really nice straps - a huge variety in all makes . I had trouble ages ago sourcing a leather slim nato for the prs53 fat arrow and the one ordered at watchbandcentre was supple and soft leather, very nice quality .


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    Quote Originally Posted by animalone View Post
    I have mostly been using Kaufmann for the last year
    I use them too. I get them for around £70, so they are expensive but I think the quality is very good and is similar to straps at 3 or 4 times the price

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    Quote Originally Posted by Edward77 View Post
    I use them too. I get them for around £70, so they are expensive but I think the quality is very good and is similar to straps at 3 or 4 times the price

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    Do they sell on line or only through third parties? I can’t see anything on their website

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    I have a leather NATO I bought for my Voyager from http://www.yellowdogwatchstraps.com/

    Sadly, the head is too heavy for the soft leather, so it never gets used, but it's a lovely strap.

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    Quote Originally Posted by CriticalMass View Post
    Do they sell on line or only through third parties? I can’t see anything on their website
    Speak to Ian (Animalone) as he kindly sources them

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    Quote Originally Posted by CriticalMass View Post
    Do they sell on line or only through third parties? I can’t see anything on their website
    Quote Originally Posted by Edward77 View Post
    Speak to Ian (Animalone) as he kindly sources them
    Or else you might try www.lederband24.com.

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    I think most have mine have come through watch obsession. Quick delivery and they sent me out a free NATO when one was sent in the wrong size, so good customer service.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dave in Wales View Post

    Another vote for TSS. I've had a few over the years and all great quality and well priced, but the best has been the "Titan CS". It went on my Everest the day I received the watch, and apart from brief Nato episodes, it's been there ever since. It's just the right thickness and weight for the watch, is lovely and supple and seemingly indestructible.
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    I’ve used Watch Gecko and the strap is of good quality.


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    Quote Originally Posted by magirus View Post
    Another vote for TSS. I've had a few over the years and all great quality and well priced, but the best has been the "Titan CS". It went on my Everest the day I received the watch, and apart from brief Nato episodes, it's been there ever since. It's just the right thickness and weight for the watch, is lovely and supple and seemingly indestructible.
    Agreed, I have a Titan CS on my Seiko Turtle at the moment. One of several I have had over the years, it compares well with the Hirsch Liberty and Di Modell Jumbo.

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    Ukwatchstrap, bought a vintage horween style leather for my Speedy at £20.00
    It’s made in Germany by Fluco, the quality is great and way above the cost...


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    Quote Originally Posted by Toshk View Post
    I also buy from Watchgecko sometimes. Received a 19mm strap yesterday. Not much leather in it, but great value at £6. Not bad for 19mm width.
    +2 usually quick delivery. They have some great value straps when they have a sale on.

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    Quote Originally Posted by snowman View Post
    Ukwatchstrap.co.uk are usually my first port of call.
    Quote Originally Posted by JGJG View Post
    ^ In my experience, these guys are significantly better than Watch Obsession
    By way of update, I bought another strap from Nick at Ukwatchstrap.co.uk last week, a shell cordovan, and it's an absolute belter. Next day delivery too, highly recommended.

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    Quote Originally Posted by dforgrieve View Post
    Lately ColaReb, as they do these great short length leather straps that fit my wrist perfectly. Usually Timefactors and TheStrapShop are my first ports of call. Recently impressed by WatchGecko’s service. For custom straps, I would recommend Toshi.

    Dave
    Seconded. In terms of length, they are just (but only just) long enough for a 6.75inch wrist. They only offer the short length on a few straps, though.

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    I bought two straps from Watch Obsession today. used them because I found their website easier to navigate to exactly what I wanted. Haven't received yet but will show and tell when I receive them. I got a blue leather strap for my Snowflake and a grey opened Zulu for my MM300

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    Quote Originally Posted by Parabola View Post
    I bought two straps from Watch Obsession today. used them because I found their website easier to navigate to exactly what I wanted. Haven't received yet but will show and tell when I receive them. I got a blue leather strap for my Snowflake and a grey opened Zulu for my MM300
    So far so good. Ordered yesterday at 2pm with free delivery and just arrived exactly as stated. I'll see how they fit when I get home. Rather looking forwards to putting my Snowflake on a blue leather strap :)

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    On this subject. Anyone have a recommendation for vintage style straps?

    I like the Hirsch Ranger but it's a touch too bulky for to be "perfect" and only comes in a single size which is a tad too large for me.



    Are the Bulang ones worth the insane cost? I got a nice Steveo one but the leather was a touch too shiny for me, I prefer a matt finish/softer leather.

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    Bulang use jpm straps and charge bulang prices if rumour is correct.

    Go to Hamilton and inches and check out the kauffmans. Miiiles better and not silly money.

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    Quote Originally Posted by verv View Post
    Bulang use jpm straps and charge bulang prices if rumour is correct.

    Go to Hamilton and inches and check out the kauffmans. Miiiles better and not silly money.
    Thanks it's been a couple of years since I went in there as I got a snooty assistant last time which cost them a Nomos Tetra sale with his attitude. I'll give them another try as there used ot be a nice guy there (Mark?)

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    It's got better. I avoided it due to snoot for years but like going in for a nose and chat now.

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