Hey S181,
The rep strap sucks indeed,too plasticky and glossy.
I have been sourcing everywhere for a good quality BP strap.I have to admit that HK Tan's custom gator BP strap is the only way to go if you do not want to pay a premium.I have had Strapluxe before but the gator pattern is no where near HK's work.I attached a pic of the Strapluxe gator on my 5002 below (1st pic).The pattern is sort of like embossed which is disappointing .
Heck,even ready made HK's BP calf strap looks more impressive than the strapluxe.That's my 0.02 cents...hope it helps...