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21 May 2022, 12:48 PM | #31 |
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Awesome idea.
Any suggestions for the 6119R? Not so formal as the brown shiny strap, but still goes well with a classic rose gold. |
21 May 2022, 02:14 PM | #32 |
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22 May 2022, 01:40 PM | #33 |
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I love straps and believe the need for white gold spring bars is mostly marketing from Patek. IMO stainless steel works just fine.
Regardless of whether it’s stainless or WG, if you’re not skilled at removing/installing the strap you’ll scratch the inside lugs no matter what. It’s an exercise where practice makes perfect. And good eyesight helps. I’m really loving all the color options I see here. One other thing I’m personally passionate about — I think that if you are buying a luxury timepiece, you shouldn’t skimp on the quality/price of the strap. Not all straps are created equal. How the strap feels on the wrist, how it fits, how it wears over time, is it thick enough for the watch, etc. are all worthwhile considerations.
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I’m as cack handed as anyone but over the years with Panerai watches I’ve learnt how to change straps and remove the grief from the process. I’ve found that a) putting tape over the watch head/lugs and then b) use the OEM or the right after market screwdriver to remove/reattach the strap pushed through the tape removes the “oh bugger I’ve scratched this to hell” moment. Plus having a Cape Cod on hand always tidies up a small mark too. HTH |
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There are plenty strap makers scattered around Hong Kong. A quick search on IG does the trick. I personally use Fortunato straps located in Admiralty. (Not an advertisement or affiliation) quality is good and turn around time is around 5-7 days. I've purchased several for myself and my wife's patek. i use the Patek quick release spring bars that come with the watch though. I've also read and worry about SS on precious metal. |
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3 June 2023, 09:38 AM | #39 |
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Not much to share. Just read from multiple sources that precious metals should be paired with precious metal spring bars to avoid exaggerated wear and tear. The argument being that SS is harder than PM, causing the lug holes to deform over time.
I'm not an expert on this but sounds rational and easy enough to just use your aftermarket straps on the stock spring bars. |
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