Does anyone in the UK sell something like for fixed bars?

[Kitsan]

I'm thinking about ordering one of these for my CWC SBS: https://nickmankeydesigns.com/shop/t...tic-watch-band

It's $34 + VAT + shipping so a bit steep for something which I imagine is quite cheap to produce. That said it is a very interesting design and allows a closer fit without two layers of material from a typical NATO.

I tried the paratrooper elastic strap and found it comfortable, but it came loose but it might have just been a poor quality one?

Anything else to consider?



Does anyone on the forum ever organise group buys?

[Redcoat]

I don’t know about the UK but I just recently bought a ‘G-Series’ strap from The Watch Steward for my CWC RN diver and it works a treat: https://www.thewatchsteward.com/options.html

He’s based in the US but could still end up being less expensive than your other option.

[Kitsan]

I don’t know about the UK but I just recently bought a ‘G-Series’ strap from The Watch Steward for my CWC RN diver and it works a treat: https://www.thewatchsteward.com/options.html

He’s based in the US but could still end up being less expensive than your other option.

Seems like a good option as the lead time on Nick Mankey strap is a crazy 8-10 weeks

[Bobbyf]

I like my SBS and RN Diver to be close to my wrist and find some nato’s just make them stand off my wrist a bit too much. The slimmest option I’ve found so far is a Phoenix nato with the extra bit of strap cut off. The Phoenix straps seem to be slightly thinner. I also find them a bit comfier than the CWC natos but not as hard wearing.


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[Kitsan]

I like my SBS and RN Diver to be close to my wrist and find some nato’s just make them stand off my wrist a bit too much. The slimmest option I’ve found so far is a Phoenix nato with the extra bit of strap cut off. The Phoenix straps seem to be slightly thinner. I also find them a bit comfier than the CWC natos but not as hard wearing.


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I might give one a go and a single pass nato, as both the watch steward and nick mankey have a 10+ week lead time :/

[Geralt]

Can't go wrong with a Phoenix NATO. However, based on experience you won't be completely happy until you've tried what you consider to be the best option. You gotta pay to play! I'd get the strap ordered and go for a CWC single-pass in the meantime (excellent quality).

https://www.silvermans.co.uk/collect...39853459275830

[Onelasttime]

Watchsteward elastic straps are superb. I wasn't aware they were making the G for fixed lugs. That's a winner for me.

As for Phoenix straps lifting the watch too far off the wrist, just wear it with the buckles under the wrist and a single pass under the head:

[magirus]

The strap shown in the OP looks very fiddly and bulky. Buy a single pass Nato with a sliding keeper and free yourself from the tyranny of folds and tucks! ;-)

[Redcoat]

The Haveston canvas straps are a good option for the fixed lug CWC divers.

For anyone who’s interested, here’s the G strap for fixed lugs from The Watch Steward on my RN diver.






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[Brauner Hund]

The Haveston canvas straps are a good option for the fixed lug CWC divers.

For anyone who’s interested, here’s the G strap for fixed lugs from The Watch Steward on my RN diver.






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How was the initial threading through the lugs? The folded-over end looks like it must be a significant squeeze to get it through CWC lug?

[gerrudd]

How was the initial threading through the lugs? The folded-over end looks like it must be a significant squeeze to get it through CWC lug?

On an SBS is was a tight squeeze, but no real issue. As the strap became worn it was easier to slide on and off.

[magirus]

The Haveston canvas straps are a good option for the fixed lug CWC divers.

For anyone who’s interested, here’s the G strap for fixed lugs from The Watch Steward on my RN diver.

On an SBS is was a tight squeeze, but no real issue. As the strap became worn it was easier to slide on and off.

There's no way a Haveston canvas will go on my 2004 CWC RN quartz without damaging the tang hole stitching. Believe me, I've tried.

[Redcoat]

How was the initial threading through the lugs? The folded-over end looks like it must be a significant squeeze to get it through CWC lug?

It really wasn’t too bad getting the folded end though once the buckle had been removed. The strap compliments the watch by adding a little thickness on either side of the watch head but nothing underneath and no added bulk.

Congratulations to the OP for his purchase. Looking forward to seeing pictures once received.

[Kitsan]

It really wasn’t too bad getting the folded end though once the buckle had been removed. The strap compliments the watch by adding a little thickness on either side of the watch head but nothing underneath and no added bulk.

Congratulations to the OP for his purchase. Looking forward to seeing pictures once received.

Will do!

[Kitsan]

Thanks for all the replies everyone, I decided to get two straps for it:

CWC SINGLE PASS RIBBED STRAP - CLOCKWORK ORANGE WITH BLACK / 20 MM

Nick Mankey "The Hook Strap" in black with black stitching and black hardware