Depends entirely upon the watch.

Jul 11, 2020,11:41 AM
 

For something like the Octo Finissimo, I feel that the bracelet is an integral part of the design.






On the other hand, I've flatly detested every Grand Seiko bracelet I've seen, and have immediately slapped every GS I've owned onto a strap.







Then there's also the factor that I love changing out straps. (Perhaps too much?) 😳













































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Bracelet or leather strap?

 
 By: Watch_This : July 11th, 2020-08:14
Which do you you prefer overall? For a luxury watch I initially really liked a leather strap, but have warmed up to a nice bracelet; Nicer to wear in warm weather, don’t worry about it getting wet, just easier to wear, IMO. I have a few beauties in leathe... 

Me too...

 
 By: MikiJ : July 11th, 2020-08:45
Nothing like a large tile alligator strap from ABP on a "dress-up day" watch

I was a leather fan, but....

 
 By: shafran : July 11th, 2020-09:03
I have found I sweat them up too much in warm weather. I now prefer bracelets. If the watch calls for it, rubber can work too.

On point, +1 [nt]

 
 By: Reuven Malter : July 11th, 2020-09:17

I’ve got some good leather straps...

 
 By: Watch_This : July 11th, 2020-09:54
For all occasions. No plan on changing these out (though I may be selling the Cuervo y Sobrinos) ...  

Best Drew

 
 By: Weems@8 : July 11th, 2020-09:56
I go for leather. Rubber is also fine. I have no experience with bracelets. ...  

Depends entirely upon the watch.

 
 By: Modernahab : July 11th, 2020-11:41
For something like the Octo Finissimo, I feel that the bracelet is an integral part of the design. On the other hand, I've flatly detested every Grand Seiko bracelet I've seen, and have immediately slapped every GS I've owned onto a strap. Then there's al...  

I have a few watches that i wear mostly on summer days . They are on a bracelet or have a rubber strap .

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : July 11th, 2020-14:20
In the winter i wear mostly leather straps watches Here a few examples. Love wearing these in the summer ...