Birth of a "Nylon Nation"

[Dan Pierce]

Excellent, keep those nylon combos coming!!
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[Kobayashi]

These made possible all because of you Dan. I would've never known otherwise about the possibilities. Thanks and cheers:

[Dan Pierce]

Happy to pass along the inspiration, Michael.

Now you're doing the same.
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[thg]

Recently got a few non swiss vintage divers and they're on nylon, hoped to share them here with you

[thg]

Saw a swatch nato today ⌚️...never had seen one before

[Dan Pierce]

I like yours better, thg.
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[thg]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I like yours better, thg.

dP

Tks Dan! Likewise.

[eeh100773]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

We are inviting one and all to join the "Nylon Nation" social group. As our mission statement reads: "Dedicated to the perpetuation of the utilitarian nylon strap in all it's forms."

To apply for citizenship you must:

- read and agree with our "Bill of Rights"

- own a watch

- own a nylon strap

- submit pics of proof.



Nylon Nation Bill Of Rights



-We, the undersigned, have declared nylon appropriate and we will embrace the strap. Although in many cases we might prefer a bracelet we fully accept nylon as a practical alternative.



-We extend equal rights to all nylon straps be they 2 ring, 4 ring, zulu, rhino, or nato.



-We will embrace variety. It will be our duty to involve as many colors and combinations to enhance diversity.



-We will respect originality whenever possible but also establish the right of vintage and/ or modern watches to the use of nylon to achieve life, liberty, pursuit of wrist time.



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I'm a loyal member DP! I've begun to promote #natonation on Instagram as an homage to nylon nation!

[RXPete]

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[Dan Pierce]

Welcome aboard, Eddie & Peter!!
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[SC11]

Why can't this BP have a lug width of 20mm this Nato would look great on my Sub

[SC11]

obviously i'd have get the writing removed or laser welded

[Dan Pierce]

Very nice, Samuel!
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[SC11]

It is but the mens BP Bathyscaphe is 23mm they do a womens version with a 20mm Nato but its white

Oh and the $900 price tag

I know theres nothing wrong with the hardwear on most Nato's but I do find most look cheapish! I like the little extra detail like the solid looking retainers and tang buckle and the leather around the holes.

[Nsx_23]

First post here.

[Nsx_23]

First post.



It's nice to not have to worry about banging up the bracelet.

[Amdenj]

My first post, after years of getting inspiration from this forum. Big, big fan of nylon, and GMTs! And please forgive me about the TT DJ, the jubilee bracelet is just not me...

[SearChart]

[Dan Pierce]

Well done and welcome aboard, Nsx 23, Amdenj, & Bas!!!
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[watchmaniac]

A little late to the party. I got more coming.

[Dan Pierce]

Very nice, Michael!
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[EEParker]

I just picked up 3 NATOs for my Speedy Pro. Nothing is more comfortable for me, and they are so cheap that I keep rotating them out with different ones depending on how I'm feeling/what I'm wearing. Proud to be a member of Nylon Nation.

[watchmaniac]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Very nice, Michael!
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Great thread Dan! Gotten a lot of inspiration on here from members' post.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by EEParker

I just picked up 3 NATOs for my Speedy Pro. Nothing is more comfortable for me, and they are so cheap that I keep rotating them out with different ones depending on how I'm feeling/what I'm wearing. Proud to be a member of Nylon Nation.

Great to have you aboard, Parker. And they're easy to switch too.

Originally Posted by watchmaniac

Great thread Dan! Gotten a lot of inspiration on here from members' post.

Me too!
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[watchmaniac]

Anyone know of a strap that is the closest to the original natos? I found some from Tung Choy that are pretty close to the thickness and pattern of the weaving.

[rockmastermike]

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[Dan Pierce]

Sinn and nylon, a natural pair.
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[watchmaniac]

My favorite combo.