Watch Brand Logos on Clasps and Buckles
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Watch Brand Logos on Clasps and Buckles

By docsnov · Oct 12, 2014 · 25 replies
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Docsnov initiates a visual exploration of brand logos on watch clasps and buckles, inviting the community to share examples of creative and distinctive designs. This thread delves into the often-overlooked details that contribute to a watch's overall aesthetic and brand identity, highlighting how different manufacturers integrate their emblems.

Some up close photos of brand logos on folding clasps and buckles.   Some brands like to just put their name or symbol somewhere on the clasp, others (not shown but most notably AP and VC) like to integrate their name or symbol into the clasp itself.  Hoping you all will add some more pictures to this thread, maybe we can see which brand is the most creative?

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nilomis
Oct 12, 2014

As part of my OCD, I try to wear all my watches on a strap with the corresponding buckle. It seems that some brands don't pay too much attention to this part (the pin buckle) but they should. Love how discrete is the UN logo on their buckle. A lesson to many. Cheers, Nilo

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docsnov
Oct 12, 2014

though I also like VC's use of the half Maltese cross for their buckle. Thanks for the input. Stewart

DO
docsnov
Oct 12, 2014

of seeing one of these in the metal, and I have never even seen a picture of the buckle. It is fantastic. Thanks for the great picture. Stewart

DO
docsnov
Oct 12, 2014

logo on some of their cases. Excellent picture :-) Stewart

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watercolors
Oct 13, 2014

I often start with falling in love with a particular brand , then I decide on a watch. It often takes a long time of dwelling on it. Some times months . When I am absolutely sure what watch I want to buy I start thinking about the strap and of course the buckle/clasp. For me it is a part of a package. An important one , I must like it . If I can pick and choose between traditional one or the clasp, will I be making the right choice? shall I buy both? etc. Some impressive clasps and bucles in thi

DO
docsnov
Oct 13, 2014

may I ask what sober case and dial is attached at the other end of the strap? Stewart

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