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Fabes · 17 May 2022, 12:49 AM

Hey guys,

Was just wondering what other strap options there would be for the 6119 since the OEM strap looks so formal. I know its a dress watch but I just love it and wish there was a way to daily it with a casual to smart casual vibe. I've heard that you are able to get other OEM straps from the Patek AD and they have a catalogue for you to choose from (not sure if this is true). Or are there any other third party strap companies that you guys would recommend?

Cheers,

KJBrandal · 17 May 2022, 12:53 AM

Patek AD's have a full catalogue of OEM straps to order. in addition they can custom make any color/leather/stitching combination.

Vasco · 17 May 2022, 01:37 AM

Straps can change a watch so much indeed.

It depends whether you have R or G but grey, blue, beige are nice colors for watches.

As for the material, matte is more modern than a shiny croc. Ostrich pattern can be nice (and very different).

Though I saw a very nice 5960P grey dial with a white Nato, I don't think it would suit the 6119 as well. But subjective matter in the end.

I saw several suede-like ones (like the ones provided with the 5326, 5172 for instance). They looked nice on demonstration models but I noticed they seem to age quickly. Maybe would it be different with a "unique" owner. Some owners can maybe bring their experience on that point.

I think there is a lot to get from straps, it's an exciting exercize.

francoamerican · 17 May 2022, 08:02 AM

I tried a number of straps to try and change the character a bit of my sector 5296 but now only think dark blue or black alligator look coherent and show that watch at its best. If I had darker skin perhaps some light nubuck, but my shade of pink doest work and since the watch is high polish all around it just is a bit more formal and that’s ok. Still great with any shirt that has buttons. Have other watches for t shirts.

I really think a 6119 will be ill-suited to anything but dark alligator. Like you wouldn’t dress down a warm gold tank with a casual strap, you just wear it as it is.

Arthur Daley · 17 May 2022, 12:38 PM

The OEM strap darkens AND turns less glossy, almost matte, with a bit of wear. I wear mine with jeans and shorts, and it's perfectly casual, even in rose gold. I never thought that'd be possible with a rose gold dress watch, but it just works. So, I say: stick with the OEM.

If you want a matte strap from the get-go, you could always order one from Patek. They have a pretty extensive strap catalogue at all ADs.

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Fabes · 17 May 2022, 02:21 PM

Yea definitely thinking on getting a separate OEM strap for my 6119g now. Saw some pics of others matching it with a lighter/brighter color and it looks great. Thanks for the help guys!

jw0n · 17 May 2022, 05:59 PM

I liked a suede and nubuck grey strap on mine:

But I'm also in the midst of looking for a matte croc strap. Probably in black or dark grey.

Mini2 · 17 May 2022, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jw0n

I liked a suede and nubuck grey strap on mine:

But I'm also in the midst of looking for a matte croc strap. Probably in black or dark grey.

Ive probably asked before is this OEM

Mini2 · 17 May 2022, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fabes

Yea definitely thinking on getting a separate OEM strap for my 6119g now. Saw some pics of others matching it with a lighter/brighter color and it looks great. Thanks for the help guys!

Any pictures?

What do people think of yellow?

skoobasam · 17 May 2022, 11:17 PM

As others said, go in and look at the catalog! Just picked up a few straps for a 5116, about 4-5 months wait for a color not in stock

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Fabes · 17 May 2022, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mini2

Any pictures?

What do people think of yellow?

A fellow member (AJW232) of this forum on the "6119g vs 6119r" thread had his 6119g combined with an orange alligator strap. (Unfortunately I don't have enough posts to attach an image but you can go to that thread for a look.)

As for a yellow strap on the 6119g it would be extremely bold color combination that could work quite well and would definitely dress down the watch a whole lot.

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Fabes · 17 May 2022, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skoobasam

As others said, go in and look at the catalog! Just picked up a few straps for a 5116, about 4-5 months wait for a color not in stock

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Definitely would do this. What color/type straps did you get for your 5116?

skoobasam · 18 May 2022, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fabes

Definitely would do this. What color/type straps did you get for your 5116?

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Fabes · 18 May 2022, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skoobasam

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Love them both the brown is a classic whilst the green gives it more of a playful feel

jamerson80 · 18 May 2022, 02:23 AM

Got a Grey leather strap ordered when I purchased mine, hoping it looks as good as I imagine it would when it comes in.

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AJW232 · 18 May 2022, 05:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fabes

A fellow member (AJW232) of this forum on the "6119g vs 6119r" thread had his 6119g combined with an orange alligator strap. (Unfortunately I don't have enough posts to attach an image but you can go to that thread for a look.)

As for a yellow strap on the 6119g it would be extremely bold color combination that could work quite well and would definitely dress down the watch a whole lot.

.

Here you go! I don’t ever wear a suit and most days just wear a t-shirt, casual trousers and trainers so dressing it down was also a goal of mine. Personally I think it could take on yellow very well or a nice teal blue.

I do like colour though:

Mini2 · 18 May 2022, 09:19 PM

Is the orange OEM
Thanks

AJW232 · 18 May 2022, 10:30 PM

No it’s made by Jean Rousseau. I think Camille Fournet make the OEM straps.

Apheaven · 18 May 2022, 11:26 PM

Grey

I bought this from Molequin (no association).
Here are the specs that are the same as the factory band.

Material - Nubuck
Color - Petrole
Size - 21mm
Length - 115/75mm
Buckle - Standard (I swapped with factory Patek buckle from original band)
Spring bars - Quick release spring bars

Price came to approx. $120 including delivery (to US) which I thought was cheap given how much I have paid for Patek straps in the past.

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nan7yo · 19 May 2022, 01:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apheaven

Grey

I bought this from Molequin (no association).
Here are the specs that are the same as the factory band.

Material - Nubuck
Color - Petrole
Size - 21mm
Length - 115/75mm
Buckle - Standard (I swapped with factory Patek buckle from original band)
Spring bars - Quick release spring bars

Price came to approx. $120 including delivery (to US) which I thought was cheap given how much I have paid for Patek straps in the past.

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Thanks a lot! Just browsed the site, wind range of color and the quality looks good.

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Apheaven · 19 May 2022, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nan7yo

Thanks a lot! Just browsed the site, wind range of color and the quality looks good.

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Happy to help. I am planning on buying some other colors, but wanted to see what I was getting first…the quick release bars make swapping out so much easier. Cheers!

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Mini2 · 19 May 2022, 04:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJW232

No it’s made by Jean Rousseau. I think Camille Fournet make the OEM straps.

Love the orange on the 6119
And purple oin ten panarei

l_chissle · 19 May 2022, 05:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apheaven

Grey

I bought this from Molequin (no association).
Here are the specs that are the same as the factory band.

Material - Nubuck
Color - Petrole
Size - 21mm
Length - 115/75mm
Buckle - Standard (I swapped with factory Patek buckle from original band)
Spring bars - Quick release spring bars

Price came to approx. $120 including delivery (to US) which I thought was cheap given how much I have paid for Patek straps in the past.

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Are the quick release spring bars ok for this? I'm assuming the bars are steel but the case is WG?

Apheaven · 19 May 2022, 05:19 AM

No concern.All spring bars are usually stainless. You would not want white gold spring bars, they are too soft.

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carlmartin · 19 May 2022, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apheaven

No concern.All spring bars are usually stainless. You would not want white gold spring bars, they are too soft.

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Sorry for the side track but I have always been told you should never use SS spring bars in a gold case for that specific reason - they will destroy (the holes in the) case due to the SS being harder?

AJW232 · 19 May 2022, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mini2

Love the orange on the 6119
And purple oin ten panarei

Thanks, the purple is by Hughes_handcrafted on Instagram who is based out in Singapore. A few years back when I was over I went to his workshop and then a family member brought it back to the U.K. for me. Excellent quality.

Quote:

Originally Posted by carlmartin

Sorry for the side track but I have always been told you should never use SS spring bars in a gold case for that specific reason - they will destroy (the holes in the) case due to the SS being harder?

I heard the same, I just re-use the spring bars which came with the watch.

Apheaven · 19 May 2022, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carlmartin

Sorry for the side track but I have always been told you should never use SS spring bars in a gold case for that specific reason - they will destroy (the holes in the) case due to the SS being harder?

My apologies, I misspoke, in the case of Patek they prefer you use the same metal material (like for like) for their watch and spring bars. Can swap the pins used on the original band. Super easy. (I think the risk of damage is overblown IMO, albeit my leather banded Patek watches are not daily beaters) .

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carlmartin · 19 May 2022, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apheaven

My apologies, I misspoke, in the case of Patek they prefer you use the same metal material (like for like) for their watch and spring bars. Can swap the pins used on the original band. Super easy. (I think the risk of damage is overblown IMO, albeit my leather banded Patek watches are not daily beaters) .

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Thanks for the clarification, if it’s a “special occasions” watch I guess it’s of less importance.

jw0n · 20 May 2022, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mini2

Ive probably asked before is this OEM

Sorry for the late reply. Both straps are not OEM.

On left is a Light Grey Nubuck from Delugs. On right is a Grey Suede from Molequin.

2nastie · 20 May 2022, 04:27 AM

I heard Molequin makes very nice straps. I currently have one from A Collected Man (which I believe is the same as Molequin).

Very comfortable and comes with different options. I'm not a big fan of the thicker OEM straps either so this is perfect so far.

17 May 2022, 12:49 AM	#1
Fabes "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: HK Posts: 17	6119 Strap Options Hey guys, Was just wondering what other strap options there would be for the 6119 since the OEM strap looks so formal. I know its a dress watch but I just love it and wish there was a way to daily it with a casual to smart casual vibe. I've heard that you are able to get other OEM straps from the Patek AD and they have a catalogue for you to choose from (not sure if this is true). Or are there any other third party strap companies that you guys would recommend? Cheers,

17 May 2022, 05:59 PM	#7
jw0n "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Won Location: Asia Posts: 1,419	I liked a suede and nubuck grey strap on mine: But I'm also in the midst of looking for a matte croc strap. Probably in black or dark grey. __________________ Instagram: @itsjw0n

17 May 2022, 12:53 AM	#2
KJBrandal "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Zurich, CH Posts: 119	Patek AD's have a full catalogue of OEM straps to order. in addition they can custom make any color/leather/stitching combination.

17 May 2022, 01:37 AM	#3
Vasco "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Europe Posts: 547	Straps can change a watch so much indeed. It depends whether you have R or G but grey, blue, beige are nice colors for watches. As for the material, matte is more modern than a shiny croc. Ostrich pattern can be nice (and very different). Though I saw a very nice 5960P grey dial with a white Nato, I don't think it would suit the 6119 as well. But subjective matter in the end. I saw several suede-like ones (like the ones provided with the 5326, 5172 for instance). They looked nice on demonstration models but I noticed they seem to age quickly. Maybe would it be different with a "unique" owner. Some owners can maybe bring their experience on that point. I think there is a lot to get from straps, it's an exciting exercize.

17 May 2022, 08:02 AM	#4
francoamerican "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: bay area Posts: 571	I tried a number of straps to try and change the character a bit of my sector 5296 but now only think dark blue or black alligator look coherent and show that watch at its best. If I had darker skin perhaps some light nubuck, but my shade of pink doest work and since the watch is high polish all around it just is a bit more formal and that’s ok. Still great with any shirt that has buttons. Have other watches for t shirts. I really think a 6119 will be ill-suited to anything but dark alligator. Like you wouldn’t dress down a warm gold tank with a casual strap, you just wear it as it is.

17 May 2022, 12:38 PM	#5
Arthur Daley "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: USA Posts: 300	The OEM strap darkens AND turns less glossy, almost matte, with a bit of wear. I wear mine with jeans and shorts, and it's perfectly casual, even in rose gold. I never thought that'd be possible with a rose gold dress watch, but it just works. So, I say: stick with the OEM. If you want a matte strap from the get-go, you could always order one from Patek. They have a pretty extensive strap catalogue at all ADs. Sent from my SM-F700U1 using Tapatalk

17 May 2022, 02:21 PM	#6
Fabes "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: HK Posts: 17	Yea definitely thinking on getting a separate OEM strap for my 6119g now. Saw some pics of others matching it with a lighter/brighter color and it looks great. Thanks for the help guys!

17 May 2022, 11:17 PM	#10
skoobasam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: US Posts: 80	As others said, go in and look at the catalog! Just picked up a few straps for a 5116, about 4-5 months wait for a color not in stock Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 May 2022, 02:23 AM	#15
jamerson80 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: US Posts: 317	Got a Grey leather strap ordered when I purchased mine, hoping it looks as good as I imagine it would when it comes in. Sent from my SM-S908U1 using Tapatalk

18 May 2022, 09:19 PM	#17
Mini2 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Uk Posts: 1,493	Is the orange OEM Thanks

18 May 2022, 10:30 PM	#18
AJW232 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Posts: 67	No it’s made by Jean Rousseau. I think Camille Fournet make the OEM straps.

18 May 2022, 11:26 PM	#19
Apheaven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SF Posts: 584	Grey I bought this from Molequin (no association). Here are the specs that are the same as the factory band. Material - Nubuck Color - Petrole Size - 21mm Length - 115/75mm Buckle - Standard (I swapped with factory Patek buckle from original band) Spring bars - Quick release spring bars Price came to approx. $120 including delivery (to US) which I thought was cheap given how much I have paid for Patek straps in the past. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 May 2022, 05:19 AM	#24
Apheaven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SF Posts: 584	No concern.All spring bars are usually stainless. You would not want white gold spring bars, they are too soft. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 May 2022, 04:27 AM	#30
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	I heard Molequin makes very nice straps. I currently have one from A Collected Man (which I believe is the same as Molequin). Very comfortable and comes with different options. I'm not a big fan of the thicker OEM straps either so this is perfect so far.

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