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minute_man · 18 October 2023, 01:54 AM

After almost three months I finally received my custom Martù straps for the 245.

While (perhaps unfairly so) I'm not the biggest fan of leather straps in terms of practicality, I find these to be a perfect autumn accessory to match my wax jackets and the general attire.

One is plain and one with stitching all around. Both colored after the "polished mahogany dial" idea on the GS website model description. I opted for some off-white threading to match the lumed bezel numerals and hands/indices.

The underside of the straps is full grain leather, intentionally adding to the thickness, to compliment the beefier GS 44 case.

Taper is also custom from 21-18mm which imho is the golden ratio for such lug width.

The straps look and feel very well made and durable while being supple enough to wear comfortably even brand new.
I expect them to be extremely comfortable once fully broken in.

Overall very happy and Andrea's craftsmanship is top notch.

Atr365 · 18 October 2023, 07:12 PM

That’s a nice combo!

Gargamel · 19 October 2023, 05:26 AM

You need to get a proper GS buckle.
This one is a let down.

brandrea · 19 October 2023, 05:31 AM

Fantastic Basil

DJ2020 · 19 October 2023, 05:55 AM

Wonderful look!

RW16610 · 19 October 2023, 07:48 AM

That looks great, Basil! Agree that it's such a nice combination.

minute_man · 19 October 2023, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gargamel

You need to get a proper GS buckle.
This one is a let down.

I can always fit the GS one from the silicone strap. But this one will do for the purpose

minute_man · 19 October 2023, 01:11 PM

A couple more pics. IMO This watch is very nice on its bracelet but on this leather, it really transforms into something magical.

1William · 19 October 2023, 09:04 PM

Looks great.

minute_man · 21 October 2023, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gargamel

You need to get a proper GS buckle.
This one is a let down.

Proper buckle: Check!

Always open to good advice

The springbar is so much sturdier, too

Trogster · 22 October 2023, 01:00 AM

Very nice combo.

Next time you commission a custom strap, consider adding 'padding'. It results in a very elegant strap.

minute_man · 22 October 2023, 01:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trogster

Very nice combo.

Next time you commission a custom strap, consider adding 'padding'. It results in a very elegant strap.

Thanks! That's a great idea for my next one!

mawatchlover · 30 October 2023, 04:53 AM

Beautiful watch !

minute_man · 30 October 2023, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mawatchlover

Beautiful watch !

Thank you, friend. Welcome to the forum

Titleistek · 20 December 2023, 02:57 AM

I do like the leather softness and look!

18 October 2023, 01:54 AM	#1
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,874	GS Sport GMT on leather After almost three months I finally received my custom Martù straps for the 245. While (perhaps unfairly so) I'm not the biggest fan of leather straps in terms of practicality, I find these to be a perfect autumn accessory to match my wax jackets and the general attire. One is plain and one with stitching all around. Both colored after the "polished mahogany dial" idea on the GS website model description. I opted for some off-white threading to match the lumed bezel numerals and hands/indices. The underside of the straps is full grain leather, intentionally adding to the thickness, to compliment the beefier GS 44 case. Taper is also custom from 21-18mm which imho is the golden ratio for such lug width. The straps look and feel very well made and durable while being supple enough to wear comfortably even brand new. I expect them to be extremely comfortable once fully broken in. Overall very happy and Andrea's craftsmanship is top notch. __________________ 2FA Enabled

19 October 2023, 05:55 AM	#5
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,482	Wonderful look! __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

19 October 2023, 01:11 PM	#8
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,874	A couple more pics. IMO This watch is very nice on its bracelet but on this leather, it really transforms into something magical. __________________ 2FA Enabled

18 October 2023, 07:12 PM	#2
Atr365 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: SF Posts: 64	That’s a nice combo!

19 October 2023, 05:26 AM	#3
Gargamel "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: France Posts: 79	You need to get a proper GS buckle. This one is a let down.

19 October 2023, 05:31 AM	#4
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,441	Fantastic Basil

19 October 2023, 07:48 AM	#6
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,024	That looks great, Basil! Agree that it's such a nice combination.

19 October 2023, 09:04 PM	#9
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,339	Looks great.

22 October 2023, 01:00 AM	#11
Trogster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Canada Watch: Me Posts: 262	Very nice combo. Next time you commission a custom strap, consider adding 'padding'. It results in a very elegant strap.

30 October 2023, 04:53 AM	#13
mawatchlover "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Morocco Posts: 21	Beautiful watch !

20 December 2023, 02:57 AM	#15
Titleistek "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: 94928 Posts: 21	I do like the leather softness and look!

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