I bought a cheap 'Bond' NATO strap. I've had a real problem with the buckle twisting and popping out the other side, causing the strap to loosen suddenly (see picture).
I love the look and feel of the strap, but hate the buckle. Can anyone recommend a similar strap that won't have this problem? Doesn't have to be the same color, and it's an 18mm strap.
Last edited by burauzaa; April 27th, 2010 at 15:34.
Tell us where you bought your strap so the rest of the forum knows not to buy there!Originally Posted by futhamucka
If you want quality, buy a Maratac nato. If you want a slightly cheaper alternative, since shipping costs can push that price to $25, pop into a J.Crew and check out this band at $15.
http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Mens...3837/13837.jsp
Vintage Universal Genève Calibre 1-69 microtor
Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic
Casio G-Shock G-7700
"...[A] watch isn’t about telling the time, it is about your relationship with time. A watch is about style, a story and the history of both your watch and your own life."
-Askmen.com's The Watch Snob
Agree, it does suck. That's way next time I want to order I will make sure I get more than one strap. Last 2 times I ordere from Broadarrow I was in between two straps. Finally I made my decision and ordered one. I should have got both. Now, next time I order I will make sure I have a list of the straps I like and want so I order it at the same time to save on shipping.
I have only got zulu straps from Broadarrow/MWR. Shipping price sucks but the quality of the straps are great and worth it. I don't even bother looking elsewhere.
*Seiko skx-007; *Seiko BM; *Orient CFT00004B; *Doxa sub 1200t DWL; *Zodiac ZO7008; *G-Shock DW-5600MS
I found a guy selling them on The military watch resource forum. The price was good ($12 shipped), and they all looked the same at that point :) I guess you get what you pay for.
Do the Maratec NATOs have the notch in the buckle that keeps it in place? I can see that the J Crew one definitely does, I think that is what the strap I have is missing.
Well I sourced mine from ebay, but considering that this thread is two years old, I don't think the OP cares anymore... :D
Edit: Andrew, you're new here, welcome! On the top left corner you'll find the date of the last post, in this case you answered a two year old question. Cheers mate!!
Last edited by Bolaberlim; April 28th, 2010 at 13:39.
My Collection:
Seiko Black Monster
Orsa Sea Angler Lithium
Citizen Ecozilla on Walt's
Deep Blue 2K
Citizen vintage Diver
Timex Expedition WS4
Casio Protrek PRG-70t
LOL damnnnnI didn't even pay attention to the date of first post
*Seiko skx-007; *Seiko BM; *Orient CFT00004B; *Doxa sub 1200t DWL; *Zodiac ZO7008; *G-Shock DW-5600MS
I didn't notice that either, but it just so happened that I was looking for information about these things and this was the top thread in this section! Helped me out anywayLOL damnnnn
I replied to this ancient post because I felt that it would be a waste to start an identical thread when this one exists.
BTW, according to my research Panatime has the cheapest shipping for Maratac products, especially the 4-ring Zulus which are my favorite. First class shipping would only be $3.50 for an unlimited amount of straps. Then again, I'm sure it depends on where one lives.
Vintage Universal Genève Calibre 1-69 microtor
Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic
Casio G-Shock G-7700
"...[A] watch isn’t about telling the time, it is about your relationship with time. A watch is about style, a story and the history of both your watch and your own life."
-Askmen.com's The Watch Snob
Got my Bond for £ 5.75 (about $9 i guess) off ebay. Had no problems with it in the 5 hours that I've been wearing it
Fashionably late.
Just got my Maratac, the quality difference over the old one I had is noticeable. No problems so far, though I've only had it on for a couple of days.
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