Originally Posted by
Rollon
Given that my experience with canvas watch straps is the opposite of vast, having only had the chance to put to use one of Eddie's older TF 2-piece Canvas, I still have to say that particular single canvas strap I've used a lot these past months is such a favorite of mine that I actually look forward to using it every time because it's so neat in itself and perfect for the watch I wear it on, with only my most favorite closed-end leather strap and a particular colour and weave NATO that especially suits the watch even coming close in that sense.
As to just how durable my TF's canvas material itself will ultimately prove, I don't know because I haven't owned it that long, but even if it doesn't last as long as a nylon or Kevlar version might, I think the, for me, greater "likeability" of the natural cotton canvas material in comparison to the synthetics will make it more than well worth replacing it sooner if needed.
BTW, Magirus, from what you said above regarding ".......The only thing keeping me from trying canvas (any make, not just Haveston) is reservations about it's durability as a strap material.", would part of your concern about cotton canvas be its reputation for rotting in the heavy humidity of the tropics? I ask because that was my own only real concern so I do tend to think of the cotton canvas more for desert and savannah environmental conditions and perfect for such, but its use in jungle, etc., environments something perhaps best avoided. Seamaster73's comments above also remind me that cotton canvas might not be the best thing for professional level salt water diving either.