Gold stainless bands

[narenh]

I'm really disappointed by the selection of bands for the gorgeous gold stainless S4. I currently have an S0 regular stainless with link bracelet, but after 4 years I'm okay moving on to a new daily band. Does anyone have any advice for high-quality mid-range leather bands ($150-$350 ideally)? I've never been a watch person before the Apple Watch so I'm not familiar with reputable brands. Ideally I'd like to find something with a gold stainless buckle and use one of those cheap Apple Watch adapter things you find all over Amazon (really hoping the golds match somewhat lol).

 

[tgara]

I'm really disappointed by the selection of bands for the gorgeous gold stainless S4. I currently have an S0 regular stainless with link bracelet, but after 4 years I'm okay moving on to a new daily band. Does anyone have any advice for high-quality mid-range leather bands ($150-$350 ideally)? I've never been a watch person before the Apple Watch so I'm not familiar with reputable brands. Ideally I'd like to find something with a gold stainless buckle and use one of those cheap Apple Watch adapter things you find all over Amazon (really hoping the golds match somewhat lol).

There are a number of good third party brands out there. Personally, I like the Lucrin bands because they are very high quality, and very customizable with colors and contrasting stitching.

https://www.lucrin.com/apple/applewatch.htm

At the moment, they do not offer an option for gold connectors or buckles, but would expect that to change in light of the new stainless gold Series 4 model.

I have also purchased from this Etsy store and can attest to the quality of the merchandise.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/EternitizzzStrap?ref=l2-shopheader-name

He offers an option for gold connectors, but I suspect they match the gold aluminum finish of the Series 3, and not the new polished stainless gold on the Series 4.

Again, I think we will be seeing gold connectors and buckles that match the polished finish on the new gold stainless in due time.