The Great "Third Party Band/Strap" Thread

[captain poopers]

I think I will get this, very smart

I love it, it's really soft and pliable so it's comfortable to wear. He did a great job and I'll probably order another type before EOY.

 

[jimfastcar1]

Don’t think I will use when golfing or working out though, only when office, etc
They are not inexpensive, and would like to be careful with it

 

[captain poopers]

Don’t think I will use when golfing or working out though, only when office, etc
They are not inexpensive, and would like to be careful with it

Most definitely. I use my white sport band on the weekends unless we are going out. I'm growing a collection of bands and I probably wear this white sport the most as I don't want to damage the nicer more expensive ones. But I do wear them.

I am noticing I'm not wearing my NATO straps as much these days.

 

[mdavenport]

Any recommendations on what to pair with a SBSS 42mm? Currently own Black Sports band and Link Bracelet but after some insirpation.

 

[mdavenport]

What’s the difference between the following leather loops:-

Storm Grey
Charcoal

When I search for these the same things come up? Are they the same colour?

 

[TommyBBQ]

I just ordered a band from Andreas Truong at BlackForestAtelier on Etsy. He was kind enough to create a custom listing for the band I wanted without the watch adapters (have some I just bought and am very pleased with the fit and finish on them). Also, he also allowed me to change the design by eliminating the "+" symbol cutout seen on the keeper band on the website photo. So, my watchband should look like this without the adapters and without the "+" cutout on the keeper.
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By the way, Mr. Truong was VERY quick and responsive to my inquiry and I thank him for being so accommodating. So far, for customer service, their business gets an A+ from me. I will follow up with actual pictures of the watch and my review once it arrives.

 

[JSway]

What’s the difference between the following leather loops:-

Storm Grey
Charcoal

When I search for these the same things come up? Are they the same colour?

Smoke Gray and then Charcoal in the order uploaded.

 

[TommyBBQ]

i agree. I have it on today. looks like today will be the first and last day with it on.

The white and black looks much better

Actually there are 2 white Apple watch bands I have purchase and they are really white! The so called white sold with the aluminum series 3 apple watch Nike edition isn't white at all, more like an antique white. I hope this helps. I'm new here and your the first person Iv'e replied to.
Later!

 

[mdavenport]

Smoke Gray and then Charcoal in the order uploaded.

Any known After market bands in charcoal anywhere?

 

[SerenaC]

From AliExpress…

 

[eVolcre]

From AliExpress…

Very nice. Is your band length adjustable? I can’t seem to figure it out.

Received the same one from AliExpress last week

 

[SerenaC]

Very nice. Is your band length adjustable? I can’t seem to figure it out.

Received the same one from AliExpress last week

Yes, removed 5 pieces… Fits perfectly now!

 

[eVolcre]

Yes, removed 5 pieces… Fits perfectly now!

How do you remove a piece ? Maybe mines a very bad knockoff (generally I’ve good luck with this vendor) but I don’t see any unclasping method for individual links. There’s a hole on the side of the 1st 6 links closest to the clasp and that’s it. No instructions no tools all I got was the bracelet.

 

[eternlgladiator]

How do you remove a piece ? Maybe mines a very bad knockoff (generally I’ve good luck with this vendor) but I don’t see any unclasping method for individual links. There’s a hole on the side of the 1st 6 links closest to the clasp and that’s it. No instructions no tools all I got was the bracelet.

I'm guessing you need some watch band adjustment tools. You need to drive the pin out via those holes. I'd suggest getting the right tools and not trying to do it with something laying around.

 

[eVolcre]

I'm guessing you need some watch band adjustment tools. You need to drive the pin out via those holes. I'd suggest getting the right tools and not trying to do it with something laying around.

Got it. Thanks. Looks like I got burned this time. Ah well. It was always a gamble. When you pay 17 bucks for something Apple is selling for 450 you take your chances.


Will take it to a watch shop and have them do it.
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I'm guessing you need some watch band adjustment tools. You need to drive the pin out via those holes. I'd suggest getting the right tools and not trying to do it with something laying around.

Got it. Thanks. Looks like I got burned this time. Ah well. It was always a gamble. When you pay 17 bucks for something Apple is selling for 450 you take your chances.


Will take it to a watch shop and have them do it.

 

[circatee]

Not sure why exactly, but, the red dot on the Apple Watch 3, annoys me...

 

[testcard]

Not sure why exactly, but, the red dot on the Apple Watch 3, annoys me...

Well...
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/watchdots.2076319/

 

[fischersd]

This just in from CWS:



https://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/tech-straps/straps-for-apple-watch/

 

[sh65746153]

Here are some Pics of my Eulit watch straps „Florenz“ and „Yak“ on a Nike S3 38mm. Both are normal size straps, but for me, 171mm wirst size, a little bit „to large“ look. The straps could be a little bit shorter (75/105mm would be perfect). Although they fitting perfect.

Little back story:
I wanted a nice quality unique leather strap and researched on the german watch strap market. I also wanted a fitting design for the AW. These straps are the results. Eulit was my choice, because they have a great reputation and are not overpriced.


1. Florenz, nice sportive, minimalistic design (1-3 folding clasp, 4 pin buckle):

Width: 22/20mm
Length: 120/80mm
21€






2. Yak, don‘t like the thicker/cubic design so much:

Width: 22/20mm
Length: 120/85mm
59€







Brand:

All straps are handmade in Bavaria/Germany
Quality focused Brand since 1924
Manufacturing B2B for e.g. Maurice Lacroix
Leading the german retail market with a competitor Brand called „Hirsch“

 

[xDKP]

Here are some Pics of my Eulit watch straps „Florenz“ and „Yak“ on a Nike S3 38mm. Both are normal size straps, but for me, 171mm wirst size, a little bit „to large“ look. The straps could be a little bit shorter (75/105mm would be perfect). Although they fitting perfect.

Little back story:
I wanted a nice quality unique leather strap and researched on the german watch strap market. I also wanted a fitting design for the AW. These straps are the results. Eulit was my choice, because they have a great reputation and are not overpriced.


1. Florenz, nice sportive, minimalistic design (1-3 folding clasp, 4 pin buckle):

Width: 22/20mm
Length: 120/80mm
21€

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2. Yak, don‘t like the thicker/cubic design so much:

Width: 22/20mm
Length: 120/85mm
59€

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Brand:

All straps are handmade in Bavaria/Germany
Quality focused Brand since 1924
Manufacturing B2B for e.g. Maurice Lacroix
Leading the german retail market with a competitor Brand called „Hirsch“

Wow they look amazing

 

[eVolcre]

Here are some Pics of my Eulit watch straps „Florenz“ and „Yak“ on a Nike S3 38mm. Both are normal size straps, but for me, 171mm wirst size, a little bit „to large“ look. The straps could be a little bit shorter (75/105mm would be perfect). Although they fitting perfect.

Little back story:
I wanted a nice quality unique leather strap and researched on the german watch strap market. I also wanted a fitting design for the AW. These straps are the results. Eulit was my choice, because they have a great reputation and are not overpriced.


1. Florenz, nice sportive, minimalistic design (1-3 folding clasp, 4 pin buckle):

Width: 22/20mm
Length: 120/80mm
21€

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2. Yak, don‘t like the thicker/cubic design so much:

Width: 22/20mm
Length: 120/85mm
59€

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View attachment 729945
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Brand:

All straps are handmade in Bavaria/Germany
Quality focused Brand since 1924
Manufacturing B2B for e.g. Maurice Lacroix
Leading the german retail market with a competitor Brand called „Hirsch“

Really really nice. Love the first one. The white stitching is total class and the leather and color look so rich. Beautiful.

Gonna have to look into this. Do they come with black lugs and buckles by any chance? I think the silver would clash horribly with my Sg series 2

 

[sh65746153]

Wow they look amazing

Really really nice. Love the first one. The white stitching is total class and the leather and color look so rich. Beautiful.

Gonna have to look into this. Do they come with black lugs and buckles by any chance? I think the silver would clash horribly with my Sg series 2

Thanks!

I ordered only the straps w/o lugs/adapter. The adapters are from Amazon.de and are simple china mock offs. Still waiting for the best rated/sold Aliepress ones to arrive. I made the adapters dull(?) with the black side of a pan sponge, only possible with the silver version, because no black paint coating. I would take this puckle (the shop sells the Florenz strap, too; dont know about international shipping).

Note: For the 42mm version -> You would need the 24/22 version and use bolt adhesive (medium strong) for the adapters

Added:
The shop offers international shipping for 4,30€

 

[Shapethelola]

I ordered myself a leather band from that site now, too. A dark blue one with a black buckle, and I really like it. Did cost me only 14 euro with delivery

 

[sh65746153]

I ordered myself a leather band from that site now, too. A dark blue one with a black buckle, and I really like it. Did cost me only 14 euro with delivery View attachment 732058 View attachment 732059

Could you provide a link? Looks great with the Space Gray version.

 

[PatrickNSF]

Monowear Designs - Red Leather

How dark are the lugs for the Monowear band? I'm planning to use it with a SS Space Black but noticed that they describe the lugs as Space Gray on their site.