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bojinns · 14 August 2016, 02:54 PM

Greetings all,

I apologize if this question has been asked. I am interested in purchasing some exotic straps (gator, etc) from overseas and had a few questions I'm hoping some of the experts can help me on..

1. Will the exotic straps make it thru US customs? If not, I'll just order CONUS.
2. If I purchase exotic straps, am I contributing to the demise of any endangered species, if so then forget question 1. Leather it is.

thanks for your help.
Joe

Dman51 · 14 August 2016, 11:11 PM

If customs inspects your package you'll need to have a CITIES permit for a genuine gator band. Generally if purchasing from a reputable source or from Panerai then the animals are not endangered and come from a protected farm.

bojinns · 15 August 2016, 01:37 AM

Thanks Dman51. Vendor is on rolex forums. "aaronpim". I love his straps out of Canada.

Baco Noir · 15 August 2016, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bojinns

Thanks Dman51. Vendor is on rolex forums. "aaronpim". I love his straps out of Canada.

I've ordered from Aaron and 2 things to note. 1) he does file the proper paperwork for importing exotic skins and 2) his straps are amazing quality - the finish on the edges is top notch.

bojinns · 15 August 2016, 03:20 AM

thanks Baco Noir and Dman51!

Baco Noir · 15 August 2016, 03:29 AM

This is his main website
http://www.combat-straps.com

bojinns · 24 August 2016, 03:05 PM

Thanks Baco Noir.

I just placed a four strap order with aaronpim of Combat Straps. Ordering from him was super easy. His responsiveness and professionalism is truly excellent. Especially since my wife and I couldnt decide and changed our order like 5 times. I will post a more thorough review when the straps arrive.

thanks again!

Baco Noir · 24 August 2016, 03:51 PM

Happy to help. Wait until you see the quality of the finishing on the edges. My gator and ostrich still look outstanding 18 months later.

14 August 2016, 02:54 PM	#1
bojinns "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ask me Location: In a house Watch: Rolex, PAM, Breit Posts: 157	Ordering exotic straps from OCONUS Greetings all, I apologize if this question has been asked. I am interested in purchasing some exotic straps (gator, etc) from overseas and had a few questions I'm hoping some of the experts can help me on.. 1. Will the exotic straps make it thru US customs? If not, I'll just order CONUS. 2. If I purchase exotic straps, am I contributing to the demise of any endangered species, if so then forget question 1. Leather it is. thanks for your help. Joe

15 August 2016, 03:29 AM	#6
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,814	This is his main website http://www.combat-straps.com __________________ Current Collection: Rolex 116710BLNR & 216570 polar Explorer II; Omega Apollo 8 Speedmaster; Tudor BB Bronze Bucherer Blue Edition; Heuer Heritage Autavia; Nomos Club Sport Neomatik 42; Breitling Aerospace, Avenger Blackbird, & Superocean 44; Seiko Black Monster; Mickey Mouse Timex Electric; and dare I say it...an Apple Watch too

24 August 2016, 03:51 PM	#8
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,814	Happy to help. Wait until you see the quality of the finishing on the edges. My gator and ostrich still look outstanding 18 months later. __________________ Current Collection: Rolex 116710BLNR & 216570 polar Explorer II; Omega Apollo 8 Speedmaster; Tudor BB Bronze Bucherer Blue Edition; Heuer Heritage Autavia; Nomos Club Sport Neomatik 42; Breitling Aerospace, Avenger Blackbird, & Superocean 44; Seiko Black Monster; Mickey Mouse Timex Electric; and dare I say it...an Apple Watch too

14 August 2016, 11:11 PM	#2
Dman51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Maryland Watch: 116610, 116200 Posts: 38	If customs inspects your package you'll need to have a CITIES permit for a genuine gator band. Generally if purchasing from a reputable source or from Panerai then the animals are not endangered and come from a protected farm.

15 August 2016, 01:37 AM	#3
bojinns "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ask me Location: In a house Watch: Rolex, PAM, Breit Posts: 157	Thanks Dman51. Vendor is on rolex forums. "aaronpim". I love his straps out of Canada.

15 August 2016, 03:20 AM	#5
bojinns "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ask me Location: In a house Watch: Rolex, PAM, Breit Posts: 157	thanks Baco Noir and Dman51!

24 August 2016, 03:05 PM	#7
bojinns "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ask me Location: In a house Watch: Rolex, PAM, Breit Posts: 157	Thanks Baco Noir. I just placed a four strap order with aaronpim of Combat Straps. Ordering from him was super easy. His responsiveness and professionalism is truly excellent. Especially since my wife and I couldnt decide and changed our order like 5 times. I will post a more thorough review when the straps arrive. thanks again!

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