Tudor GMT on C&B Chevron nato

[samson66]

At the urging of this forum I purchased a Crown & Buckle Chevron nato strap for my Tudor GMT. I was set on buying the Tudor OEM nato but everyone on here seemed to love the Chevron straps. For $32 figured ok I'll give in and try one of these first before throwing down ~$230 for the Tudor strap.

Well I'm not easy to please when it comes to aftermarket straps but you guys nailed it on this one. This is a fantastic premium single pass nato. Nice and thick, high quality, fits perfectly. The adjustability is a big plus. The end of the strap is nice and reinforced to prevent fraying.

Love the color for this particular watch. This is the "Night + Crimson" color so they combine black and navy blue in the fabric which gives a really sharp dark blue vibe. Works really well with the muted navy (sometimes almost black) color of the top half of the bezel and the red stripe is a pretty close match for the red half of the bezel as well.

For $32 this is a steal folks. If you are looking for a Tudor strap give these guys a try. And thanks TRF for saving me a ton of money in the process.









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[Cub22908]

You would also like the Obsidian and Syrah for that watch. I have both and swap them out for cleaning. O and S is closer to original Tudor. Both are excellent!

Edit: Just to be clear, I'm talking about the 2 tone Obsidian with Syrah stripe.

[SN13]

The Blue/Gold from C&B always looks great on a black watch.





I have NEVER had an issue with anything I've gotten from them...

Their NATOS may look like the "Cheaper" NATOS but some cheap guys use crappy hardware that breaks. Thin/Poorly woven Nylon that frays quickly....

The extra few bucks on a Strap that holds a $5000 watch or more to your wrist, is worth it.

[Dan Pierce]

Great looking combo, Mike! One of the best out there for the BB GMT.
dP

[prnceofpersia23]

Looks great! Gives the Tudor a little spark.

Are you still thinking about the Grand Seiko?

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[samson66]

Originally Posted by prnceofpersia23

Looks great! Gives the Tudor a little spark.

Are you still thinking about the Grand Seiko?

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I've recently discovered it's more cost effective to add straps rather than watches

So for now I'm just going to stand pat with the Tudor.

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[ltmgeller]

Looks good

[prnceofpersia23]

Originally Posted by samson66

I've recently discovered it's more cost effective to add straps rather than watches

So for now I'm just going to stand pat with the Tudor.

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My thoughts exactly!

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[Ollie1982]

Great combination this, nice one. Always amazes me how a nice new strap can give a watch a whole new look and lease of life.

[Rori]

Originally Posted by samson66

At the urging of this forum I purchased a Crown & Buckle Chevron nato strap for my Tudor GMT. I was set on buying the Tudor OEM nato but everyone on here seemed to love the Chevron straps. For $32 figured ok I'll give in and try one of these first before throwing down ~$230 for the Tudor strap.

Well I'm not easy to please when it comes to aftermarket straps but you guys nailed it on this one. This is a fantastic premium single pass nato. Nice and thick, high quality, fits perfectly. The adjustability is a big plus. The end of the strap is nice and reinforced to prevent fraying.

Love the color for this particular watch. This is the "Night + Crimson" color so they combine black and navy blue in the fabric which gives a really sharp dark blue vibe. Works really well with the muted navy (sometimes almost black) color of the top half of the bezel and the red stripe is a pretty close match for the red half of the bezel as well.

For $32 this is a steal folks. If you are looking for a Tudor strap give these guys a try. And thanks TRF for saving me a ton of money in the process.









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I agree with you. Got it a year or so ago and so one of my favorites. Compared to the Tudor version, I find it similar or even better quality wise.



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[samson66]

Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Great combination this, nice one. Always amazes me how a nice new strap can give a watch a whole new look and lease of life.

I agree and this watch more than any other one in my collection really works with so many different straps and bracelet. Really looks great on anything. Same watch but different personality with the strap changes.

[samson66]

Originally Posted by Rori

I agree with you. Got it a year or so ago and so one of my favorites. Compared to the Tudor version, I find it similar or even better quality wise.



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I tend to agree on the quality. It's right up there with the Tudor OEM. The only things missing are the spring bar pockets. But not having those allows you to get the buckle totally centered. So far no issues with the watch moving around on the strap. Had held nice and tight.

Great picture by the way

[JPBlackBay]

This post reminded me it's time to buy a new strap :)

[smithsj716]

Looks great!

On a side note, is it just me or do C&B’s NATOs appear thicker in width on the wrist than average?


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[samson66]

Originally Posted by smithsj716

Looks great!

On a side note, is it just me or do C&B’s NATOs appear thicker in width on the wrist than average?


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??? Not sure I understand the question

This watch is a 22mm lug width so this strap is wider than most. I assume 20mm is the most common size. There is no taper to the buckle either.

Is this what you were asking?

[Boaters]

Not really a strap guy but really like the looks of those.

[gmtln]

Nice!

[101031-28]

Typically prefer bracelets, but this looks good!

[Rori]

Originally Posted by samson66

I tend to agree on the quality. It's right up there with the Tudor OEM. The only things missing are the spring bar pockets. But not having those allows you to get the buckle totally centered. So far no issues with the watch moving around on the strap. Had held nice and tight.

Great picture by the way

Glad you liked it.
I never used the spring-bar pockets on the OEM either. The watch never moves on both straps.


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[Rori]

Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Great combination this, nice one. Always amazes me how a nice new strap can give a watch a whole new look and lease of life.

Exactly. It’s like wearing a new watch every time I swap a strap. They go so well with Tudor’s models and they are so simple and secure to use.


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[smithsj716]

Just wanted to add that shortly after reading this thread I now have a Tudor GMT in the mail!


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[samson66]

Originally Posted by smithsj716

Just wanted to add that shortly after reading this thread I now have a Tudor GMT in the mail!


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Ha! This place has that effect. Congrats, it's a really cool watch. Very useful and toolish and can be worn in any situation. And as shown it is amazing in sooooo many different strap combinations.

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[Jerrocop]

Originally Posted by samson66

At the urging of this forum I purchased a Crown & Buckle Chevron nato strap for my Tudor GMT. I was set on buying the Tudor OEM nato but everyone on here seemed to love the Chevron straps. For $32 figured ok I'll give in and try one of these first before throwing down ~$230 for the Tudor strap.

Great suggestion and the fit is perfect (even for an 8" wrist). I really like the blue/black weave and the red on this is a better match IMO than the OEM Tudor strap.

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[samson66]

Originally Posted by Jerrocop

Great suggestion and the fit is perfect (even for an 8" wrist). I really like the blue/black weave and the red on this is a better match IMO than the OEM Tudor strap.

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Cool, glad you are happy with it

Totally agree that the color of this strap is a better match than the OEM strap for the GMT. The Tudor strap is much darker, close to black. The blue on this works better and like you said the red stripe is an excellent match as well.

[RampageWatch]

Crown & Buckle make great natos, perfect for Tudor BB’s….





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[uniqueMR]

Very nice. I need to order one !!

[kg19989]

Sweet! I have a BB full size and tomorrow I take possession of a 58! I am growing rather find of the NATO.

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