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Old 2 June 2017, 09:40 AM   #1
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New strap. Good look?

So I recently got tired of my OEM bracelet and decided I would like to try on a strap for my Aqua Terra. I didn't want a generic leather and so I chose a genuine 19mm stingray. I really hate what seems to be a gaping hole between the bottom of the case and the strap but I suppose without end links it's to be expected... What do you guys think? Keep it on for a bit or just switch it back? I love the feel of it.

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Old 2 June 2017, 11:02 AM   #2
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sorry man. and while I am a bit of a hypocrite, and apologize for my hypocrisy, I absolutely hate it.

stingray...

yeah...something about it just does not sit ok with me. yes, I eat meat and have leather car seats...but that just does something to me that I don't like.

that said, if you like it, that is all that matters.
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Old 2 June 2017, 03:25 PM   #3
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I have to agree with Seth, I'm not a fan of the look. I think the texture look of the strap takes away from the watch IMHO. It is too busy looking for me. But if you like it that is all that matters.
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Old 2 June 2017, 03:31 PM   #4
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In response to your thread title - no.


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Old 2 June 2017, 05:13 PM   #5
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It's Your choice , and I agree with all the previous posts .I thinkthere are definitely better straps out there ,which will compliment the watch so much better . Don't think stingray would look good on any watch .
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Old 2 June 2017, 05:13 PM   #6
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Sorry not a fan either.
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Old 2 June 2017, 07:13 PM   #7
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I like the stingray strap. Uniquely different as i have never seen one before. Pics look good.
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Old 2 June 2017, 08:23 PM   #8
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Stingray, the fish?

I'm sorry but every time I see stingray I reminded of this scene from the classic movie suicide kings:

Be advised this clip is Dennis Leary's character so there is colorful/colourful language!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VWKrncseUw8
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Old 2 June 2017, 08:23 PM   #9
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No, I don't like it at all.
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Old 2 June 2017, 08:38 PM   #10
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I like it. When it comes to straps the variations are limitless. Wear it on occasion and enjoy it. I would also look at a nice calfskin brown and black. It gives you options.
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Old 2 June 2017, 11:03 PM   #11
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Its look same as everything another strap to me. what's so special in it?
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Old 3 June 2017, 12:24 AM   #12
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Don't love the stingray!
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Old 3 June 2017, 01:59 AM   #13
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Its look same as everything another strap to me. what's so special in it?
Let's try that again....
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Old 3 June 2017, 03:27 AM   #14
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I always liked the look of a stingray strap, looks great to me!
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Old 3 June 2017, 12:24 PM   #15
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No, please put the bracelet back on. Like now.

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Old 3 June 2017, 01:19 PM   #16
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Old 3 June 2017, 01:46 PM   #17
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The stingray strap is a distraction to the dial vertical stripes. If that makes sense.
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Old 4 June 2017, 05:06 AM   #18
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Honest feedback is the original bracelet looks a lot better.
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Old 4 June 2017, 05:34 AM   #19
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Haha, very interesting. I suppose it is rather divisive strap and probably a reason stingray never took off!

I'm actually looking for a 19mm sailcloth strap to pair with the watch but I may just stick it back on the bracelet for now given the feedback!



PS. IF anybody knows of any 19mm sailcloths, please tell me.
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