Strap recommendation?

[docblackrock]

Looking for another 26/26, something along the lines of the papya brown MP-XI I already own, both in colour and quality/feel, but ever so slightly different if that's possible.

Predominantly for a 187 but would like to equally work on my MP-sporting 217 if possible.

All input (with links or pics) appreciated.

Thanks!

[savage_here]

At the risk of shameless self-promotion, how about this:

Cheers,

Savage

[dadog13]

check RED12 strap section and PM him to see what leather has he got on hand to do a custom job for you...

http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showforum=192

I personally like this one, but don't know how would you like it :

http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showtopic=78082

[slai]

For a 187, a butch ammo strap.

[FxrAndy]

I would say this but i am all out of that leather

[Watchmeister]

Personally, I think you end up with two different straps. On the 187 I would stick with Rubber. You could try a legend strap but in general I wouldn't deviate from the leather.

On the 217 here is my latest favorite strap for my Marine Militare and I use it on my Fiddy as well.

That one is from tootall and is very reasonably priced.

[dluddy]

I agree that you need 2 different straps for the 187 and the 217.

I love theGEF Marmi Fume strap on my 187

on my 217 I like the MP XIV Nero or Europelli Shell Cordovan

[slay]

the best PAM straps if you ask me: https://www.manifatturefirenze.it/home.php

[docblackrock]

Thanks for all the input guys, appreciated!

Kruzer - do you have a link for totaal? thanks

Dluddy - been a while since I bought from Drew, always wanted a black/copper shell cordovan for my 217 but he discontinued - may have another lookie there though

Slay - ah yes MF, had a 1942 back in the day but sold it. Having a peruse through their site now.

To clarify, I prefer something classic, contrast-stitched, nicely thick, aged but not distressed or faded, a nice deep rich dark brown colour, not as easy as one would expect.

[vlydog]

Ted Su

[Big Frank]

I can recommend taking a look at Strap Monster. He has some very nice straps at reasonable prices. He is based out of Thailand so shipping time to CONUS is an issue. He aslo does custom work.

Search for his stuff on 'bay.

Cheers,

-frank

[OiRogers]

I'd suggest contact Savage_Here up there... I got my first Savage strap about a month ago and love it. Made to order an priced well below what I would have expected for a custom build.... build quality is fantastic and the leather is robust but nice and soft.

Email him with your exact wants (toss of a photo of a leather color on as well) and I'm sure he'll come up with a masterpiece for you.

*not a paid endorsement, just a thrilled prior customer*

[bruce79]

I know I sound like a broken record but the most versatile 26mm strap I've ever owned is the Simona Vintage Brown...looked phenomenal on my 127 & 187. You will not be disappointed.

[tootall]

That one is from tootall and is very reasonably priced.

Thanks for the recommendation kruzer00. That is my B2 leather with custom finish and golden wheat thread.

Kruzer - do you have a link for totaal? thanks

To clarify, I prefer something classic, contrast-stitched, nicely thick, aged but not distressed or faded, a nice deep rich dark brown colour, not as easy as one would expect.

You can PM me

How's this look? It's totally different than the papaya MP, but it meets the requirements quoted above:

I have all varities of thread color as well.

[Guest farquar]

Red12 all the way...Great straps and Zack is a joy to deal with.

[docblackrock]

Thanks all, will give it some more thought (and research)

[fotoman]

there are lots of great strap makers out there- i have been very impressed with some of them, especially some of the really gnarly ones from strap culture.

However - i would take a look at HKtan - it will take a good month to get the strap - BUT, you can tell him exactly what you want, in exactly what color, thickness, hide, length - whatever, - and thats what you get. - and considering the rising prices on all those sites - his prices are VERY competitive, if not way better than alot of those other sites.

plus he must have 200 examples of straps he's built already http://s32.photobucket.com/albums/d25/HKTAN1/ password hktan if nothing else, its a great way to see whats out there cause the variation in selection is paralleled by no one.

me personally i like really thick straps - so i have to either get it custom - like V or HKTAN or get the even more expensive premade ones from like strap culture or some of the other newer sites that have popped up.

for me, i don't mind the wait - i have lots of other watches in the collection to wear till the strap comes in or the crystal gets back or whatever

[old skool]

If price is no object, I would contact Shane Delaurian.