Are you a strap addict?

[Ray6Chan8]

I am not a strap addict but I am constantly looking out for the next one.

Ideally,
1x special tanning gator in straight
1x oem JV gold gator in tapered
1x oem JV black gator in tapered
1x ammo
1x oem rubber

That should cover all occasions.

[travisb]

Ya, the straps add up quickly. I had to put the brakes on buying anymore for a while for the exact reason - thinking if I kept it up, I could have a new watch instead of a drawer full of straps.
It is fun though, and crazy addictive.
1/2 dozen high quality for me.

[PanosI]

Mike, i red the following (but i can't remember from whom) that is so true :
you are not a paneristi until the collection of your straps is worth half of the collection of watches !!!!

[mikkolopez]

I have a 380 on a the black OEM calf that it came in with. That's it.

All my other Rolex and non-Rolex watch are on their OEM steel bracelet.

Even though I surf the accessories section, I just can't bring myself to buy one till the pones on it goes south.

Life is simple for me. I love watches more than straps.

[HDHNTER]

Not enough pics of the sickness in this thread so here's my contribution.

[thsiao]

A little...

[lig]

Holy sh!tsnacks!!!

You are crazy - I love it. :)

[HDHNTER]

Originally Posted by thsiao

A little...

[Al1969]

Originally Posted by thsiao

A little...

Wow!
I currently have one Pam and only four straps for it(three OEM) and I was thinking that's more than enough.

[One Ping Only]

I have a dozen or so for my 233, but probably only wear three or four regularly, but I feel the need for a few more to round out my options.

[mfer]

Originally Posted by thsiao

A little...

Looks like you like LV too! 6 wallet boxes!

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Not enough pics of the sickness in this thread so here's my contribution.

Originally Posted by thsiao

A little...

You guys are SICK!

[HDHNTER]

Originally Posted by kilyung

You guys are SICK!

[thsiao]

^^^ Thanks guys!!! The photo is a little outdated but you guys get the idea... sickness.

Funny thing is I always feel like I don't have enough straps...

And yes, I also collect wallets. The LV boxes are from belts, wallets, and ties. They are perfect for strap storage lol.

[Travelller]

OMG - you guys are all sick!!!

Sigh... two weeks after getting a Sea Dweller and I already had a rubber strap for it along with half a dozen NATOs... most of which I haven't even had time to try out...

With Panerai the stakes are a bit higher with custom straps generally requiring more of one's resources (read: time & money) so I've only acquired four customs over the first year of my addiction. Although these would pretty much cover any occasion, I've already decided I need some distressed leather...

[jimmypark54]

Originally Posted by kilyung

So I've been spending way too much time looking at straps lately. The last time this happened a few years ago, I ended up with a box full of straps and even more Panerais (you of course need more watches when you have so many straps! ). It took me 4 months to purge all the straps (and most of my PAMs). Fortunately I caught myself and came to my senses last night after I ordered my third strap this week. I won't fall into that expensive trap again. You can buy a new Rolex on what some of us have spent on straps!

So how many is too many? Does 5 straps per size seem reasonable?

hey mike what did you end up ordering? ive been looking for a week now and cant decide what to get. too many freaking straps out there at all different price ranges. too overwhelmed. i dont wanna spend too much because i dont know how long i will have the pam. lol

[nishant]

I always want more ... :) ... This Pic is from a while back.

[thsiao]

Originally Posted by jimmypark54

hey mike what did you end up ordering? ive been looking for a week now and cant decide what to get. too many freaking straps out there at all different price ranges. too overwhelmed. i dont wanna spend too much because i dont know how long i will have the pam. lol

Already thinking of flipping it? Lol. You need a PAM in your collection.

[jimmypark54]

Originally Posted by thsiao

Already thinking of flipping it? Lol. You need a PAM in your collection.

haha not yet but you never know. if i like it for more than 90 days, itll stay in my collection.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by jimmypark54

hey mike what did you end up ordering? ive been looking for a week now and cant decide what to get. too many freaking straps out there at all different price ranges. too overwhelmed. i dont wanna spend too much because i dont know how long i will have the pam. lol

Bought some ammo straps by Micah, Wotancraft (thanks Travis!), and a custom horween strap that'll take three months.

As for recommendations, depends on what look you want. Vintage distressed? Get a nice ammo strap by the usual suspects. Classy or refined casual? Get an OEM Assolutamente or croc strap. There are plenty of strap makers at all price points. The lesson I learned is 'Pay now or pay more later'. So unless you want to constantly be buying new straps, spend the money upfront and get a quality strap. It'll make a world of difference to your 111.

[PanosI]

Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Not enough pics of the sickness in this thread so here's my contribution.

Allen, i look again and again this pic and it doesn't make sense !!!



I see a 312, a 372, a Πέλαγος, i see also a third crown guard whereas should be a crown only.

Definitely not a 210 ! So it's time to unveil your third Pam.....



P.S. Happy Birthday

[thsiao]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Bought some ammo straps by Micah, Wotancraft (thanks Travis!), and a custom horween strap that'll take three months.

As for recommendations, depends on what look you want. Vintage distressed? Get a nice ammo strap by the usual suspects. Classy or refined casual? Get an OEM Assolutamente or croc strap. There are plenty of strap makers at all price points. The lesson I learned is 'Pay now or pay more later'. So unless you want to constantly be buying new straps, spend the money upfront and get a quality strap. It'll make a world of difference to your 111.

Another vote for Micah straps... absolutely one of the best straps I own. Leather is extremely soft and build quality is close to OEM IMHO.

[HDHNTER]

Originally Posted by PanosI

Allen, i look again and again this pic and it doesn't make sense !!!



I see a 312, a 372, a Πέλαγος, i see also a third crown guard whereas should be a crown only.

Definitely not a 210 ! So it's time to unveil your third Pam.....



P.S. Happy Birthday

Can't sneak anything past you, lol. The 210 has moved on and that other crown guard belongs to an exceptionally cool 6152/1 homage. Normally an homage would have never been on my radar but at a recent GTG a friend had it and offered it to me. Impulse novelty pick up. It's a kick ass beater and superbly well done.

As I was told, the Japanese watchmaker that builds them only produces 6 or so a year. No incoming posted anywhere since the homage deal isn't kosher on most of the forums. I'll send you some pics privately later this weekend.

[PanosI]

Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Can't sneak anything past you, lol. The 210 has moved on and that other crown guard belongs to an exceptionally cool 6152/1 homage. Normally an homage would have never been on my radar but at a recent GTG a friend had it and offered it to me. Impulse novelty pick up. It's a kick ass beater and superbly well done.

As I was told, the Japanese watchmaker that builds them only produces 6 or so a year. No incoming posted anywhere since the homage deal isn't kosher on most of the forums. I'll send you some pics privately later this weekend.

I was almost sure that is something old but I couldn't figure out what it was. 6152/1, even in homage, is old enough ;-)
Waiting for the pics

[Le Chef]

Originally Posted by samsmart

That's ridiculous! Lol you need to open up a strap store :D

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...a bondage store for Lilliputians.

[TswaneNguni]

Have a chest full of straps for 44mm Luminors and now I dont own 44s except for the 289 ....

[DONGinsler]

Nope,

Last strap on one watch was there since 2005 and only switched it out a few months ago.

Other I switch out once a year.

When done with a strap. I give it to my nephew for his watch

DON

[jowettlim]

can anyone tell me how/where i can order a kevin painted french amno strap please?

[Gottahaverolex]

Maybe just a bit ;)

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by Gottahaverolex

Maybe just a bit ;)

That's a LOT of straps just for your 233... need another PAM.