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Funny, I was going to start a thread on this very topic! I received two "leather" tang style straps and they stink soooo bad! I actually took the hardware off and put them outside in hopes they eventually stop stinking! I also thought of spraying them with a leather sealer like you spray on new boots to waterproof them thinking it might seal in the stench. When I opened the package with the watches and straps I ordered from China, I was punged by the smell. Thoughts of that scene in the Simpsons episode when the Chinese guy sneezes into a box being shipped to North America ran through my mind!!! Did I just get infected with SARS?!? Funny thing is, I also ordered two deployment style straps which are great quality and don't stink at all. I guess the cheap assed straps are a write off at this point, I will keep the buckles cause they are stamped with the Breitling logo, then replace the straps with quality BOB straps or something. Live and learn I guess. Too bad pictures can't capture smell!

My apologies Ken

I got the number of a guy named Victor in Mississauga from someone in another forum. He claims he is a fair, honest, skilled and very knowledgeable watch repairman. He can apparently get gen parts and replace them on your rep watch as well. Can't vouch for him personally, but I always thought that someday when I have an issue I would give him a call and try him out. Whoa no personal phone numbers on the forum thanks, get the OP to PM you....Ken Let me know if you try him and he works out for you!

Very Nice Graphite Evolution! When you changed to the genuine movement, did the face change as well or is that the rep face?