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David Lane Design is great
I read about him on Hodinkee and ended up getting him to make some straps for me. They’re all amazing. His crocodile straps are the best!
Just a little one-man shop in Rochester, New York.
Here’s a snapshot of some inventory he recently took to a tradeshow. These are leather 21’s, but he works in other materials as well.
Straps - Quality & craftsmanship …
A good strap makes all the difference to any watch. In my opinion many of the relatively inexpensive options turn out to have a short life. It would be good to hear about your experiences with different makers and see some of your favourites. Best Captain...
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Veblinist is quality. But especially impressed with DeLugs, currently on my JLC for quality , attention to detail, value, size accuracy, fitment and customer service . Trying Molequin for the first time, and that one should arrive next week, so we’ll see!...
Good to hear your thoughts…
I have had some straps from DeLugs and they have been pretty good. Keep us posted on how you find the Molequin strap.
Thanks !
Will do Capt! Care to share your thoughts / experiences with different makers and any favorites?
Yes, certainly …
I’m always happy to share good experiences. The strap in my photo was handmade by Sanders in Holland. The quality is superb and he’s a good guy.
Most of the straps in my collection are made by Attila Aszodi . . .
. . . to my specifications. [sharkskin with grey contrast stitching made in 2011, photo taken recently] Tailoring not only improves sizing but also allows for aesthetic matching . . . a strap matched to a watch enhances the pleasure of wearing. Best, Art ...
Shark Skin …
It’s a good skin for straps and lasts very well. I had one in a tan colour some years ago and liked it. Now you reminded me, I might get one for a Panerai.
Canvas from Yusk straps.
Yusuke primarily caters for Panerai enthusiasts but I think it suits the BBB pretty well. I have two l have been very impressed with. His custom handwork is, I think, superb. I am currently deciding on whether I need a third canvas.
I'm a person who uses my straps differently. I'm also a person who's very careful about spreading inaccurate rumors.
So I wear my straps very carefully. And I clean them. And I don't know if my cleaning system ages or lengthens the lifespan of the strap. I also don't wear the same strap watch day after day. Kind of like how you shouldn't wear the same shoes multiple day...
I so agree with your statement my friend. All cheap straps I bought have been left unworn or worn only once!
I have so many example I could share once I am at my computer. My favorite maker for panerai would be sword straps, I also have some Corrigia but I find many of them too thick. For everything else I post for all my other watch they come from Aaron Bespoke...
This could be a really long post…
Before I start a short disclaimer - as I generally change watches daily and have on average around double or more straps than watches, none of my straps these days get continuously worn, so I really cannot make definitive statements on their longevity. He...
A most informative post !
Looking good, and thanks for sharing all the makers and experiences! : )
Thanks for the very informative post!
Not only is it full of fabulous pictures of fabulous watch & strap combinations, but you also provide leads and assessments for many strap makers that I had not heard of. Many thanks!!
Sure thing - I guess that was the Captain’s purpose
Glad if you found something of interest here 😊👍🏻🙏🏻
I agree, strap quality is crucial
I tried a few, including Jean Rousseau, Delugs, Nomos, Barton and Molequin. Molequin is by far the best option. The quality is high and prices are reasonable. I found flaws with all the others.
I have also …
Purchased straps from “The Strap Tailor”. The straps have been good and the service is excellent.
Nowadays many third party strap makers have been able to make good quality straps.
My experiences as follows : 1. Hirsch. Decent quality for the price. Relatively affordable, many colour, material and texture choices. The lifetime is not too good though. After 1-2 years usually broken on the spring bar position, the keeper and loop. 2. ...
David Lane Design is great
I read about him on Hodinkee and ended up getting him to make some straps for me. They’re all amazing. His crocodile straps are the best! Just a little one-man shop in Rochester, New York. Here’s a snapshot of some inventory he recently took to a tradesho...
Togo leather is my recent favourite
Got my togo strap in grey from quaint and collectible. good quality and reasonably priced, delivery is a bit slow though ...
I'm going to do a giant comparison soon..
I have the following sitting around and hope to do a nice comparison with loads of pictures! Delugs - leather, rubber TerryCrafted Aaron Bespoke Tuns camille fournet Hirsch Molequin
I'm lucky to have several good strap makers in my home country.
Delugs has been mentioned several times here already. Atelier Kai did a lovely strap for my VC 1972 earlier this year. It was not easy to make as the slanted end of the strap which joins to the case has to be cut at a very specific angle, but Phillip cut ...