ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

worktolivelife · 19 June 2007, 07:53 PM

got my eye set on one of "Gregs" Norween love the thick casual look is there any issue with comfort/stiffness. ordering the 80/130 on a 7" wrist right? want it with as much tail as possible, so i'm guessing it would be on the 1st hole, with a nice length to tuck into the keeper.
How about the "Santa Croce" line leather any softer.
Did Consider simona I think I'm right they are also 5mm THICK but didn't seem as chunky in the picks also more of a "worn" look to the vintage leather.
Appreciate any feedback never tried or seen any in the 'Flesh"!!!

cheers

steve
[BTW looking for something in black thought it would compliment the 249 vintage black dial more]

amanda · 19 June 2007, 09:14 PM

Hey

I've seen a lightly worn Greg black Horween and it was just gorgeous, nice and buttery like in texture and a top strap. I've also got a Crazy Horse with white stitch and a Historic Brown. Both are brilliant straps.

If in doubt about the length and hole positioning, make sure you tell Greg about this.. he'll help you achieve the right fit/tail.

Never seen or had a Simona, but have only heard good things about them.

hutchman · 19 June 2007, 10:02 PM

I have two Greg CH straps and a Simona. Without a doubt I prefer the Simona. But if you're looking for something exceptional checkout zeugmastraps.com His service is fantastic and emails pictures of the finished straps for confirmation before shipping.

amanda · 19 June 2007, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hutchman

I have two Greg CH straps and a Simona. Without a doubt I prefer the Simona. But if you're looking for something exceptional checkout zeugmastraps.com His service is fantastic and emails pictures of the finished straps for confirmation before shipping.

Thanks for that link hutchman, I'm checking it out now... need some 22mm straps now

hutchman · 19 June 2007, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by worktolivelife

[BTW looking for something in black thought it would compliment the 249 vintage black dial more]

I guess I didn't read far enough. I'm incredibly jealous, I've been waiting for a 249 for over a year now on two AD lists. BTW the zeugma looks awesome on my 232. Maybe you should send the 249 to me and I'll tell you which strap looks best!

miner · 19 June 2007, 11:49 PM

My .02

My wrist is also just under 7". I found the best fit for me is 125 x 80 and I wear the strap with a hole punched 66mm from the lug end. All of the strap makers will do this for you, they are a great bunch. So typically the strap will come with 5 holes and I'll ask for the third to be punched at 66mm with two on either side

I'm a great fan of Zeugma Straps, their leathers are very "earthy", the straps are thick and their hand stitching is fantastic.

I have also just recently picked up a couple of straps from Scot Salmon, very nice leather and fantastic hand stitch as well.

I have a black Greg Horween 130 x 80. The leather is pretty supple for a 5mm thick strap. I haven't worn it much because the tail is a fraction too long for my liking. I prefer the tail to stop under my wrist.

Here's a couple of pics of the strap box

The Greg Horween is top middle, 2nd strap down. The Scot Salmon is top right, 4th strap down.

Here's another pic:

The two Zeugma Straps are mounted on the watches.

Then there's Micah and Delaurian and Gabo and JSwing....

The great thing about straps is there is a very active market for them so if you get one you don't like they are very easy to trade.

Have fun!

dman · 20 June 2007, 12:12 AM

Hey Steve, hope you are well bro!!

I think everyone has mentioned some great strap options, for black I would strongly consider Simona or Micah. But if you want true vintage specs and look, go no further than Kevin and BigB original and true AMMO pouch strap.

Cut to true vintage specs of the Frogmen, 160x110 and looks the mutts nu**s IMHO.

worktolivelife · 27 June 2007, 05:56 PM

THANKS!! for the info guys, "zeugma straps" looks interesting next time!

spoke with both greg and simona ordering a couple of custom ones after speaking, kinda cool to be able to get it just so!.
think i'm gonna be happy!. can anyone tell me what the primary differences are between the 2 out the box with regard leather look/stiffness/ wearability
suppose i can just wait and see but real curious simonas leathers are more vintage looking/strong patina i think

cheers all

worktolivelife · 27 June 2007, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miner

My .02

My wrist is also just under 7". I found the best fit for me is 125 x 80 and I wear the strap with a hole punched 66mm from the lug end. All of the strap makers will do this for you, they are a great bunch. So typically the strap will come with 5 holes and I'll ask for the third to be punched at 66mm with two on either side

I'm a great fan of Zeugma Straps, their leathers are very "earthy", the straps are thick and their hand stitching is fantastic.

I have also just recently picked up a couple of straps from Scot Salmon, very nice leather and fantastic hand stitch as well.

I have a black Greg Horween 130 x 80. The leather is pretty supple for a 5mm thick strap. I haven't worn it much because the tail is a fraction too long for my liking. I prefer the tail to stop under my wrist.

Here's a couple of pics of the strap box

The Greg Horween is top middle, 2nd strap down. The Scot Salmon is top right, 4th strap down.

Here's another pic:

The two Zeugma Straps are mounted on the watches.

Then there's Micah and Delaurian and Gabo and JSwing....

The great thing about straps is there is a very active market for them so if you get one you don't like they are very easy to trade.

Have fun!

Hi miner!,

just checked out Zeugma Straps again nice website missed a lot the 1st time got some real nice vintage possibilities for a custom piece

steve

amanda · 27 June 2007, 06:19 PM

Geeez miner thats quite a strap collection.. I'm back to square 1 now since I downsized my wtch to 40mm.. I've got an HKTan Tan Pangolin (like anteater) coming cant wait for that.. I'm thinking seriously of getting a strapcode/taikanaut stingray too for it.. I'm going a bit more bling on the strap front now.... however the 24mm Greg Crazy Horse has been squished onto the 48 since I got the watch, it wears GREAT on it.. so much more comfy with the smaller watch sitting lower on my wrist.. best move I made!

walds11 · 27 June 2007, 06:24 PM

Nice strap collection Miner.

miner · 27 June 2007, 10:07 PM

Hey Amanda and Walds11
Just spent some time swapping shoes and watches for tomorrow and settled on the Crazy Horse on the 112. Nice combo.

Alex Stylianou · 27 June 2007, 10:23 PM

There Is A PLace In Old Bond Street called watches of switzerland , they stock parts , try them .

Alex Stylianou · 27 June 2007, 10:23 PM

Thats In London .

19 June 2007, 07:53 PM	#1
worktolivelife "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: UK Posts: 1,365	Any Panerai Strap "Experts" got my eye set on one of "Gregs" Norween love the thick casual look is there any issue with comfort/stiffness. ordering the 80/130 on a 7" wrist right? want it with as much tail as possible, so i'm guessing it would be on the 1st hole, with a nice length to tuck into the keeper. How about the "Santa Croce" line leather any softer. Did Consider simona I think I'm right they are also 5mm THICK but didn't seem as chunky in the picks also more of a "worn" look to the vintage leather. Appreciate any feedback never tried or seen any in the 'Flesh"!!! cheers steve [BTW looking for something in black thought it would compliment the 249 vintage black dial more] __________________ MEMBER NO.142

19 June 2007, 10:02 PM	#3
hutchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Real Name: Mike Watch: All things Patek Posts: 515	I have two Greg CH straps and a Simona. Without a doubt I prefer the Simona. But if you're looking for something exceptional checkout zeugmastraps.com His service is fantastic and emails pictures of the finished straps for confirmation before shipping. __________________ "There are three kinds of people in the world: those who can count, and those who can't" Warren Buffett

20 June 2007, 12:12 AM	#7
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Hey Steve, hope you are well bro!! I think everyone has mentioned some great strap options, for black I would strongly consider Simona or Micah. But if you want true vintage specs and look, go no further than Kevin and BigB original and true AMMO pouch strap. Cut to true vintage specs of the Frogmen, 160x110 and looks the mutts nu**s IMHO. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

27 June 2007, 05:56 PM	#8
worktolivelife "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: UK Posts: 1,365	THANKS!! for the info guys, "zeugma straps" looks interesting next time! spoke with both greg and simona ordering a couple of custom ones after speaking, kinda cool to be able to get it just so!. think i'm gonna be happy!. can anyone tell me what the primary differences are between the 2 out the box with regard leather look/stiffness/ wearability suppose i can just wait and see but real curious simonas leathers are more vintage looking/strong patina i think cheers all __________________ MEMBER NO.142

19 June 2007, 09:14 PM	#2
amanda Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,380	Hey I've seen a lightly worn Greg black Horween and it was just gorgeous, nice and buttery like in texture and a top strap. I've also got a Crazy Horse with white stitch and a Historic Brown. Both are brilliant straps. If in doubt about the length and hole positioning, make sure you tell Greg about this.. he'll help you achieve the right fit/tail. Never seen or had a Simona, but have only heard good things about them.

19 June 2007, 11:49 PM	#6
miner "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 1,294	My .02 My wrist is also just under 7". I found the best fit for me is 125 x 80 and I wear the strap with a hole punched 66mm from the lug end. All of the strap makers will do this for you, they are a great bunch. So typically the strap will come with 5 holes and I'll ask for the third to be punched at 66mm with two on either side I'm a great fan of Zeugma Straps, their leathers are very "earthy", the straps are thick and their hand stitching is fantastic. I have also just recently picked up a couple of straps from Scot Salmon, very nice leather and fantastic hand stitch as well. I have a black Greg Horween 130 x 80. The leather is pretty supple for a 5mm thick strap. I haven't worn it much because the tail is a fraction too long for my liking. I prefer the tail to stop under my wrist. Here's a couple of pics of the strap box The Greg Horween is top middle, 2nd strap down. The Scot Salmon is top right, 4th strap down. Here's another pic: The two Zeugma Straps are mounted on the watches. Then there's Micah and Delaurian and Gabo and JSwing.... The great thing about straps is there is a very active market for them so if you get one you don't like they are very easy to trade. Have fun!

27 June 2007, 06:19 PM	#10
amanda Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,380	Geeez miner thats quite a strap collection.. I'm back to square 1 now since I downsized my wtch to 40mm.. I've got an HKTan Tan Pangolin (like anteater) coming cant wait for that.. I'm thinking seriously of getting a strapcode/taikanaut stingray too for it.. I'm going a bit more bling on the strap front now.... however the 24mm Greg Crazy Horse has been squished onto the 48 since I got the watch, it wears GREAT on it.. so much more comfy with the smaller watch sitting lower on my wrist.. best move I made!

27 June 2007, 06:24 PM	#11
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,632	Nice strap collection Miner.

27 June 2007, 10:07 PM	#12
miner "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 1,294	Hey Amanda and Walds11 Just spent some time swapping shoes and watches for tomorrow and settled on the Crazy Horse on the 112. Nice combo.

27 June 2007, 10:23 PM	#13
Alex Stylianou "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: UK Posts: 1,785	There Is A PLace In Old Bond Street called watches of switzerland , they stock parts , try them .

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)