You certainly remember that some months ago, I made a post about Polaris Straps.
It was the beginning of the quest of the " Holy Strap "...
I tried some color combinations, and here was the result:
It was the first step, as I said, and I made some observations.
1/ The Polaris is a thick watch, which needs a thick strap ( 4 mm ).
2/ As a tool watch it was, it needs a rough strap, not too elaborated, even if, on the 65, it is possible to consider a croc strap.
3/ Defintely, without stitching, it is even better.
4/ As for the buckle, things are more complicated, as I didn't already find the right one, but I have it in my mind, thanks to a good friend of mine with who we spoke a lot on this matter.
So, here was the first step:
On these straps, which have the big advantage to have a quick set system to change them, they look a bit too thin, and they have a stitching...
I ordered some others, and here is the stage 2:
The wrist test:
Points 1, 2 and 3 are solved, even if I will work on a stitching version, playing with the color of the stitching, but later...
These straps are a bit rough, some are distressed, but they show, in their simplicity, a certain elegance.
I chose several colors to play with the dial and indexes.
Some are matching or almost, some others are playing the card of the contrast.
Will work on one or two more straps, but I think I'm pretty well covered.
NB: A Tropic strap for summer, or for water activities, is the best as you won't damage it while wearing it under hot climates.
I will also try to take some better pics, those are quick ones, but I know your impatience!
Best to all.
Nicolas