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23 February 2010, 09:55 AM | #1 |
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...And GONZO was born
I'd like to welcome my fellow TRFers to a small project I have been working on with a good friend of mine. Introducing Gonzo Straps!
Ok folks, be honest with your comments - this is our rookie effort and we are looking for constructive critique. We do realize that these straps are somewhat chaotic, but our goal is flawed perfection. Both the straps and cases are hand-cut, sewn and fitted. Like Panerai, the brand these are intended to fit, we seek simple coarseness. Enough talking, here are some pics taken earlier today: These are quite stiff and robust, but will soften and conform to the wearer's wrist. Except for the second pictured strap - it is made out of Buffalo leather and is soft as baby's bottom, while being no slouch in its appearance. So, what do you fellas/ladies think?
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23 February 2010, 10:15 AM | #2 |
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Those straps make me want to buy a Panerai again! I love 'em - look rugged.
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23 February 2010, 10:16 AM | #3 |
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where and when can i get some?
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23 February 2010, 10:24 AM | #4 |
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If I can use "cute" as a word, and not get slammed by the TRF members and you Greg, that is what they are.
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23 February 2010, 10:25 AM | #5 |
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I do like the honey/orange colour combo strap. Its kinds unique in my eyes.
Well done and I think you will do well. Quick q - what is your pricing structure? Is it too early to ask? |
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Thanks for the kind words, Chris! Too kind of you, man!!! Quote:
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Not early to ask at all, but I cannot discuss it here - maybe via PM?
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23 February 2010, 10:41 AM | #7 |
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Greg you wanted an opinion and I gave you a real positive one. It is nice and cute. Turn the flame off it is getting warm in here.
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23 February 2010, 10:42 AM | #8 |
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thanks Greg! A PM for some price indications would be great for future reference ;-)
Ps - I love the strap bag also. That is cool. |
23 February 2010, 10:44 AM | #9 |
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Cool.
These traps and case are very cool looking! Are they soft?
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23 February 2010, 10:46 AM | #10 |
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Drop me a pm as well please Greg.
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23 February 2010, 11:00 AM | #11 |
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Not for me, Greg. I like to keep it simple. I can, however, appreciate the reference to Mr. Hunter S.
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Pretty cool Greg!!
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23 February 2010, 11:28 AM | #13 |
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Very nice Greg!! very nice bag
PM with more info please.
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The buffalo is soft indeed, but the calf is rather stiff. However, it does break in quite nicely. Will do - THANKS! Quote:
RIP HST! Thanks, Ken! Will do, my friend!
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23 February 2010, 11:59 AM | #15 |
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Looks unique and nice Greg. Not my style, but the construction looks of good quality. Nice to have a new unique design. Maybe it'll grow on me!
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On a srs. note I do like them Greg and want my next watch purchase to be a Pam. Maybe you could put some of the straps on a watch and show a pic. |
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They Rock Greg!!!
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23 February 2010, 01:02 PM | #18 |
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rugged and different from the other offerings out there...congrats!
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23 February 2010, 01:11 PM | #19 |
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Thanks for the input, everyone - keep it coming!
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Some of them are really nice! Maybe I should get one for my Explorer.
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23 February 2010, 01:32 PM | #21 |
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Thanks, buddy Kyle!
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Greg anyway you can attach one on a pam watch?? I want to see how cool it looks like
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23 February 2010, 01:56 PM | #23 |
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Oscar,
I don't have a Pam at the moment, but actively looking. Bruno - next time you decide to get a Pam, I'm sure you'll walk out with some jewelry for the wife
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23 February 2010, 02:14 PM | #24 |
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I like the black one.
I have a hard time with Brown. I must be part Goth. |
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Greg,
I can see the quality you've put in. I would like to see simpler ones as well.
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23 February 2010, 06:14 PM | #26 |
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Simpler ones- got it. Thanks everyone - that helps tons. One thing we won't do is emulate OEM, but can still cover 'simple'
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I think they look great Greg.
I'd like a soft dark orange buffalo 26/20 with a baby PG buckle to fit my 231 thank you.
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23 February 2010, 06:40 PM | #28 |
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Eddie,
that would taper quite a bit, wouldn't it? I'm always worried about the 'DSSD effect'. |
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Looking forward to pics on a PAM...
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23 February 2010, 09:03 PM | #30 |
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Looking good, and pretty unique. Can't wait to see some examples of your simpler straps.
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