I normally do not care for "black on black"

[Ken Cox]

The Explorer II with the kevlar NASA strap: wow!

[CKLinLA]

Originally Posted by jmsrolls

... a black strap on a black dialed watch.





Fr. John+

Wow! I have never seen the Speedmaster Professional look this good .

[moby33]

Originally Posted by jmsrolls

Over time the strap develops a rich patina becoming quite soft and very comfortable on the wrist.

...and smelly no doubt. I LOVE the looks of fine leather straps, but my biggest complaint is their lack of durability if you wear then every day in dry & wet conditions. Without fail that become worn out & extremely stinky! Because of that, I've got to stick with metal bracelets for my daily wearers.

[jmsrolls]

Originally Posted by moby33

...and smelly no doubt. I LOVE the looks of fine leather straps, but my biggest complaint is their lack of durability if you wear then every day in dry & wet conditions. Without fail that become worn out & extremely stinky! Because of that, I've got to stick with metal bracelets for my daily wearers.

I usually wear my straps only in cooler weather. Hot, humid summers in the SE US will do in a leather strap in no time.

The Hirsch Medici is relatively inexpensive and I really did not expect it to last very long. To my surprise, it has survived three winters in great condition.

Fr. John†