I got the JetTech version and I LOVE it. Looks exactly like the Apple one and I'm very impressed. I can't speak to the Moko one.
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The Great "Third Party Band/Strap" Thread
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I got the JetTech version and I LOVE it. Looks exactly like the Apple one and I'm very impressed. I can't speak to the Moko one.
I am very disappointed with the Clockworks Synergy bands that I received in today's mail. Both are beautiful to look at (olive green lizard and dark blue croco leather), but neither fit my wrist. Both can be forced to buckle on the first (loosest) notch, but they are not comfortable at all - way too tight.
I did not see an option for "length" of the band, only for 38mm or 42mm.
Sadly, I've had to contact them about a return/refund transaction.
I did not see an option for "length" of the band, only for 38mm or 42mm.
Sadly, I've had to contact them about a return/refund transaction.
I found the same thing with mine. I can switch to wearing them on my right wrist instead (it's smaller than my left due to the left breaking some years ago and healing badly), but they're still snugger than I'd like.
I found the same thing with mine. I can switch to wearing them on my right wrist instead (it's smaller than my left due to the left breaking some years ago and healing badly), but they're still snugger than I'd like.
I have to say, I am really impressed with their customer service. I explained my disappointment with the "short" lengths of their bands to the "sales" department via email... and I was offered the opportunity to do an exchange for other bands or a refund. I opted for a refund and within minutes, I received a pre-paid USPS label to use to return the bands, with the promise of a complete refund once they receive my returned bands.
Very much a stand up company, and despite my disappointment with the length of the bands themselves, I am more than willing to do business with them again. The bands appeared to be very high quality products, and the customer service/return process was way above average.
I got my clockworksynergy bands today, I'm really impressed with the quality and they fit great! The rose gold adapters aren't a precise match but it's better than having to use just the silver ones all the time
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I found that their Dapper collection were the most comfortable. When I comprare them to the rally or croco collection I own, there's a big difference. I would recommend you give the dapper a try (if of course you like the look).
Anyone has experience with bands from Black Forrest Atelier?
They look very high quality and just ordered one of them but can't find a decent review.
Here is a link to their collection: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlackForestAtelier?ref=l2-shopheader-name
They look very high quality and just ordered one of them but can't find a decent review.
Here is a link to their collection: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlackForestAtelier?ref=l2-shopheader-name
Well, I contacted the company selling on Amazon about the Jisoncase AW strap and they replaced it. I'm wearing the new strap now and it seems good so I'm pleased with their service. The new strap is slightly different to the old one in that the replacement strap has almost no gap from the lug to the leather strap; the original had a pronounced gap so I'm hoping they fixed the fault but, we'll see.
Their "Quick Release" style allows you to select from different lengths. I typical wear a M/L size in a 38mm and I ordered 2 leather bands in the quick release style and they fit fine:
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/watch-bands/interchangeable/
Here's one of the bands I have (you need to order the adapter separately, which they also sell ):
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/sho...geable/croco-grain/ocean-croco-grain-leather/
I got my clockworksynergy bands today, I'm really impressed with the quality and they fit great! The rose gold adapters aren't a precise match but it's better than having to use just the silver ones all the time
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Oh wow, I absolutely love the one with the pink, is that navy or black? Also, could you post a pic of it on your watch so we can see how close the match is for the rose gold? Thanks!
Are the Dapper ones longer, by any chance? I love the look of the croc and lizard leather ones I got, but an extra 1/2" or so would have been tremendous.
It's navy blue
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/sho...o/navy-pink-2-piece-classic-nato-bands-apple/
They also have a black and pink though
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/sho.../black-pink-2-piece-classic-nato-bands-apple/
Here's some pics:
Some people on this thread in the past have purchased from them and as I recall they were positive reviews. I would suggest doing a search in this forum.
I found this website and it seems like this company makes really nice bands that are made from Italy.
http://www.meridioband.com/shop/
http://www.meridioband.com/shop/
They are a bit longer indeed. It's 120/80 vs 115/75 if I recall. Check their website to make sure. For some reason I can't access it at the moment.
Today I received my Black Forrest Atelier strap and so far this the best leather strap I have come across for the Apple Watch. The leather smells like real leather, is thick and makes the whole watch feel more expensive and exclusive. The price is more than fair (roughly $120 including express shipping) and the quality seems superb.
Unfortunately I can't take daylight pictures right now, so the following ones will have to do
Unfortunately I can't take daylight pictures right now, so the following ones will have to do
Wow looks like it's really nice quality, judging from the pictures - My style is a little more simple and minimalistic, but love the look of the qualityToday I received my Black Forrest Atelier strap and so far this the best leather strap I have come across for the Apple Watch. The leather smells like real leather, is thick and makes the whole watch feel more expensive and exclusive. The price is more than fair (roughly $120 including express shipping) and the quality seems superb.
Unfortunately I can't take daylight pictures right now, so the following ones will have to do
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Do you have a link to that band? It looks very nice! Thanks.Today I received my Black Forrest Atelier strap and so far this the best leather strap I have come across for the Apple Watch. The leather smells like real leather, is thick and makes the whole watch feel more expensive and exclusive. The price is more than fair (roughly $120 including express shipping) and the quality seems superb.
Unfortunately I can't take daylight pictures right now, so the following ones will have to do
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It's navy blue
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/sho...o/navy-pink-2-piece-classic-nato-bands-apple/
They also have a black and pink though
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/sho.../black-pink-2-piece-classic-nato-bands-apple/
Here's some pics:
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Thanx for the pics... I'm WAY too anal to have that much of a color difference in the connector!
I decided to jump on two straps I have wanted for quite a while - the Space Black Milanese Loop, and the Black Leather Loop... Both of them are available from Apple but at a huge price jump from these two - first, The MoKo Space Black Milanese:
Exactly what I hoped for: A stylish and formal looking strap, that is just awesome looking and one of the most comfortable as well.. I haven't owned the OEM but must say this baby looks like the pictures - and cost me 1/16th of the price of the Apple one here in Denmark! (11£ on Amazon)
Second is the JETech Leather loop. Bought a blue 38 for my mom and a black 42 for my self. This thing is gorgeous as well and fells like great quality and the magnets are very strong!
Edit: Pictures should work now...
Exactly what I hoped for: A stylish and formal looking strap, that is just awesome looking and one of the most comfortable as well.. I haven't owned the OEM but must say this baby looks like the pictures - and cost me 1/16th of the price of the Apple one here in Denmark! (11£ on Amazon)
Second is the JETech Leather loop. Bought a blue 38 for my mom and a black 42 for my self. This thing is gorgeous as well and fells like great quality and the magnets are very strong!
Edit: Pictures should work now...
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I decided to jump on two straps I have wanted for quite a while - the Space Black Milanese Loop, and the Black Leather Loop... Both of them are available from Apple but at a huge price jump from these two - first, The MoKo Space Black Milanese:
Exactly what I hoped for: A stylish and formal looking strap, that is just awesome looking and one of the most comfortable as well.. I haven't owned the OEM but must say this baby looks like the pictures - and cost me 1/16th of the price of the Apple one here in Denmark! (11£ on Amazon)
Second is the JETech Leather loop. Bought a blue 38 for my mom and a black 42 for my self. This thing is gorgeous as well and fells like great quality and the magnets are very strong!
Sadly your pictures don't work