seadweller3 Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 I am looking for a dark brown 21mm croc/gator style strap for a 3717. Does anyone know a good source that won't break the bank?
Master Chief Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 Hard to find 21-18mm right? I bought 21-18 for 3717 from ebay TWB (the watch boy). I think it is not too bad, but expensive considering. TWB also sell gator brown, you can find it at ebay.com.
Niclas Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 Look at www.waccex.de. They have 21 mm alligator grain. I have gator straps from TWB for my pams. TWB have good straps considering the price and I will probably order a couple for my 3717 and Fa Jones as well. Gen IWC gator straps cost about $300 so I guess they are not an option? You can also get the nylon soft strap for the Top Gun at about $250 (22mm). Also try a search for "IWC straps" at fleabay. Some 21mm rep straps at $30 will show up.
z3k0 Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 Ask BOB, or check out his website: www.waccex.de If you want real gator then TWB is the way to go. regards
tankster Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 I am looking for a dark brown 21mm croc/gator style strap for a 3717. Does anyone know a good source that won't break the bank? The general wisdom here is the you should go for 22mm on the 3717, not 21, since 21 will leave some of the springbar exposed. I was cruising around on TZ yesterday and saw some excellent straps for the 3717. The Di-Modell ones looked particularly yummy - just search there for "pilot strap".
k2222 Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 My friend is selling genuine St.Exupery (no buckle) brand new strap for something about 120$, it is not gator, but brown with white stiching, have no idea how much is at AD but probably more, if you are interested just pm me.
z3k0 Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 The general wisdom here is the you should go for 22mm on the 3717, not 21, since 21 will leave some of the springbar exposed. I was cruising around on TZ yesterday and saw some excellent straps for the 3717. The Di-Modell ones looked particularly yummy - just search there for "pilot strap". I don't know where did you get that wisdom, but as a long time 3717 owner, I must tell you you are completely wrong. Measure of 3717 lugs IS 21 mm - and if you get 21mm strap it will fit perfectly. You can squeeze 22mm strap in, but it will be squeezed - I used to wear 22mm NATO on 3717 and it worked nice. But I doubt how would that work with some thick leather strap. regards
Victoria Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 I am looking for a dark brown 21mm croc/gator style strap for a 3717. Does anyone know a good source that won't break the bank? Since no one has mentioned it, the premier 3717 strapmaker is Aaron Tan, known as HKTAN on the forums. Eunomians has had his beautiful 3717 strap done by him. From what I can see, exceptional quality though not cheap. Not too sure one can post his email openly, but a PM to HKTAN might do the trick. Please note, he recently had some personal problems and he is already famous for being a little tardy in his strapmaking. I've been told it's worth the wait, however.
jot9011 Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 The size you need is definitely 21mm. 22 mm is too big. I ordered my gator strap from TWB and am very happy with it
slai Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 I have a 21/18 sharksin from TWB and there is a very very small gap at the lug. I'll be getting a 22/18 gator for it.
jot9011 Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 I have a 21/18 sharksin from TWB and there is a very very small gap at the lug. I'll be getting a 22/18 gator for it. Must be some variability in the different straps that they make b/c mine fits as tight as a drum
Niclas Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 (edited) The general wisdom here is the you should go for 22mm on the 3717, not 21, since 21 will leave some of the springbar exposed. I was cruising around on TZ yesterday and saw some excellent straps for the 3717. The Di-Modell ones looked particularly yummy - just search there for "pilot strap". I have tried 20 mm: leaves a gap. I have tried 22 mm: does not look good if the strap wrinkles. Go for 21 mm. Another potentially good source (I have noot tried my self yet) is: www.steinhartwatches.de Check under "accessoires". They have nice pilot straps at a good price. They are 22mm but if not possible to squeze in it is probably possible to sand the edges some. I am surprised no one on the forum have mentioned these straps before. They really look great. Edited January 28, 2008 by Niclas
z3k0 Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 OK, this is TWB 21mm kevlar: Does anyone see any gaps ? regards
swdivad Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 I put a 22 MM and it fits perfectly. This Di Model is IMO probably the nicest 'casual' strap for this watch... waterproof and very well made. You can read about it here, The Watch Prince ... but there are many sellers. Just make sure you get the 22mm and the right length for your wrist
Stephane Posted January 28, 2008 Report Posted January 28, 2008 I got it from these guys: http://www.thestrapshop.co.uk./
HauteHippie Posted January 28, 2008 Report Posted January 28, 2008 I got it from these guys: http://www.thestrapshop.co.uk./ That's a really nice combo, Stephane.... I'll definitely be getting that one for my 3717 after the mods are complete! Thanks for sharing. BTW looks like the TWP link goes to a 20mm version?
tankster Posted January 28, 2008 Report Posted January 28, 2008 BTW looks like the TWP link goes to a 20mm version? They also have some issues with shipping to the US (do it for some models, not for others). I've found another source for these on TZ - just search their sales forum for a dealer called Walt. He was advertising them for $59.
Stephane Posted January 29, 2008 Report Posted January 29, 2008 That's a really nice combo, Stephane.... I'll definitely be getting that one for my 3717 after the mods are complete! Thanks for sharing. You are more than welcome Chief.
HauteHippie Posted February 4, 2008 Report Posted February 4, 2008 You are more than welcome Chief. Just purchased the DiModell Chronissimo from Lonestar. Best deal out there for anyone else looking for that strap.
bwhitesox Posted February 4, 2008 Report Posted February 4, 2008 I actually really like these pilot straps by Jurgen. http://www.network54.com/Forum/353393/thre...Made+in+Germany
Toadtorrent Posted February 6, 2008 Report Posted February 6, 2008 I am looking for a dark brown 21mm croc/gator style strap for a 3717. Does anyone know a good source that won't break the bank? The Di-Modell Imperator in brown looks really good. It's a Moo-Croc and waterproof too. The Strap Shop UK
Toadtorrent Posted March 18, 2008 Report Posted March 18, 2008 Just purchased the DiModell Chronissimo from Lonestar. Best deal out there for anyone else looking for that strap. Thanks for the reference for Lonestar. I just ordered a light brown Imperator.
vlydog Posted March 18, 2008 Report Posted March 18, 2008 I love my HKTan Black gator pilot's strap, on deployment, for this watch. I have been thinking of getting a couple from TWB's too; especially the Kevlar
Stephane Posted March 18, 2008 Report Posted March 18, 2008 I love my HKTan Black gator pilot's strap, on deployment, for this watch. I have been thinking of getting a couple from TWB's too; especially the Kevlar Hey Vly, care to share a pic or a link to that one ?
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