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1/23/2019 9:55:52 AM EDT
[#1]
I like options.
BRD- Clone Diseased w/ a possible case of NFAIDS, and a serious case of KAC...

Lunch Box Gun 2019
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1/24/2019 11:09:40 PM EDT
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1/26/2019 6:30:32 PM EDT
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I think you have a problem.
When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty.

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1/31/2019 10:18:39 AM EDT
[#4]
Another new one from MSC, premium slim khaki & gray

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“By God, they sent us over here to kill communists, and that’s what we’re doing.” -Col. Hal Moore

"Paybacks a bitch and her stripper name is Karma" -saigamanTX
1/31/2019 12:00:47 PM EDT
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I've sold off at least that many straps in recent months, but they still keep multiplying.
1/31/2019 12:38:55 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By sgtlmj:
I've sold off at least that many straps in recent months, but they still keep multiplying.
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Originally Posted By sgtlmj:
I've sold off at least that many straps in recent months, but they still keep multiplying.
My problem is that I keep buying the same 4 colors.

Grey
Tan
Green
Black

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2/7/2019 11:56:40 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By djsmiles:
I think you have a problem.
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Originally Posted By djsmiles:
I think you have a problem.
Purged the old and worn out ones and here’s what remains.

The pile and heads for said straps:



20’s


22’s
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2/8/2019 12:11:10 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

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I'm sure it's been mentioned previously, but what strap is under the Seamaster, and do they make a version with cloth keepers?
2/8/2019 12:24:08 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By grondike:

I'm sure it's been mentioned previously, but what strap is under the Seamaster, and do they make a version with cloth keepers?
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Looks like my Toxic Crisp Khaki. No nylon strap I know of comes with a cloth keeper. Maybe a nylon keeper. Is that what you mean?
2/8/2019 7:25:16 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:
Looks like my Toxic Crisp Khaki. No nylon strap I know of comes with a cloth keeper. Maybe a nylon keeper. Is that what you mean?
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:
Originally Posted By grondike:

I'm sure it's been mentioned previously, but what strap is under the Seamaster, and do they make a version with cloth keepers?
Looks like my Toxic Crisp Khaki. No nylon strap I know of comes with a cloth keeper. Maybe a nylon keeper. Is that what you mean?
This.
Toxic shiznit crisp khaki.
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2/8/2019 12:07:02 PM EDT
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Anyone have any experience with Clockwork Synergy straps? They've got a couple of designs I really like, but their "premium" straps are only $15.

https://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/nato-straps/premium-nato/
“By God, they sent us over here to kill communists, and that’s what we’re doing.” -Col. Hal Moore

"Paybacks a bitch and her stripper name is Karma" -saigamanTX
2/8/2019 7:11:58 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By RLunyATL:
Anyone have any experience with Clockwork Synergy straps? They've got a couple of designs I really like, but their "premium" straps are only $15.

https://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/nato-straps/premium-nato/
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I have a couple of their regular (not premium) straps and I would say they’re on par with the ones I got from Natostrap Co.

They shipped quickly.

I like NATOs

2/8/2019 8:58:01 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:

Looks like my Toxic Crisp Khaki. No nylon strap I know of comes with a cloth keeper. Maybe a nylon keeper. Is that what you mean?
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Yeah, I may have been under the influence of melatonin last night. I was thinking fabric, but typed cloth.
2/8/2019 11:47:19 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TF82:
I have a couple of their regular (not premium) straps and I would say they're on par with the ones I got from Natostrap Co.

They shipped quickly.

I like NATOs

http://i.imgur.com/fZZPLid.jpg
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Originally Posted By TF82:
Originally Posted By RLunyATL:
Anyone have any experience with Clockwork Synergy straps? They've got a couple of designs I really like, but their "premium" straps are only $15.

https://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/nato-straps/premium-nato/
I have a couple of their regular (not premium) straps and I would say they're on par with the ones I got from Natostrap Co.

They shipped quickly.

I like NATOs

http://i.imgur.com/fZZPLid.jpg
I found them because I was looking for a multicam strap and they came up in a search. For $15 I'll grab a couple and check them out.

ETA if anybody has any leads on multicam NATO straps I'm all ears
“By God, they sent us over here to kill communists, and that’s what we’re doing.” -Col. Hal Moore

"Paybacks a bitch and her stripper name is Karma" -saigamanTX
2/10/2019 10:56:52 PM EDT
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Anyone have a canvas strap recommendation?
2/10/2019 11:05:44 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By gp55445:
Anyone have a canvas strap recommendation?
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Haveston
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2/11/2019 1:29:39 AM EDT
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I've purchased 2 bands this month - sadly, still waiting for both to arrive.

A Tropic Rubber from Watchgecko:





https://www.watchgecko.com/zuludiver-tropical-rubber-strap.php

And a 2 Piece NATO from Clockwork Synergy:



https://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/nato-straps/classic-nato-watch-bands/navy-blue-grey-classic-nato-bands/
2/11/2019 4:07:53 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By gp55445:
Anyone have a canvas strap recommendation?
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Affordable?  Haveston
Custom?  Vintager Straps
2/12/2019 7:38:09 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
Affordable?  Haveston
Custom?  Vintager Straps
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
Originally Posted By gp55445:
Anyone have a canvas strap recommendation?
Affordable?  Haveston
Custom?  Vintager Straps
Barton watch bands has some ok quality canvas.

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2/12/2019 8:27:14 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:

Affordable?  Haveston
Custom?  Vintager Straps
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Affordable?  Haveston
Custom?  Vintager Straps
Originally Posted By BrWn001COW:

Barton watch bands has some ok quality canvas.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/258837/Barton_png-842687.JPG
I might be mistaken but both of those are tweed. If they are not tweed then they are some of weakest canvas I have ever owned. It isn't the same canvas style of material like a military duffel bag by any means. That is why it leads me to believe it is tweed.
2/12/2019 9:31:37 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:

I might be mistaken but both of those are tweed. If they are not tweed then they are some of weakest canvas I have ever owned. It isn't the same canvas style of material like a military duffel bag by any means. That is why it leads me to believe it is tweed.
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no idea

Barton lists it as a mix of long and short staple fiber.

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2/13/2019 12:10:25 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By BrWn001COW:

no idea

Barton lists it as a mix of long and short staple fiber.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/258837/barton__png-843498.JPG

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/258837/canvas__png-843501.JPG
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lets call that marketing bs
2/15/2019 11:41:09 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By RLunyATL:
Anyone have any experience with Clockwork Synergy straps? They've got a couple of designs I really like, but their "premium" straps are only $15.

https://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/nato-straps/premium-nato/
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@RLunyATL

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2/15/2019 11:47:55 AM EDT
[#24]
Thanks!
“By God, they sent us over here to kill communists, and that’s what we’re doing.” -Col. Hal Moore

"Paybacks a bitch and her stripper name is Karma" -saigamanTX
3/31/2019 2:18:13 PM EDT
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https://www.cheapestnatostraps.com/

They’re having a 50% off nylon and rubber straps sale until April 6th.
If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Then quit. No use being a damn fool about it.
-W.C. Fields
3/31/2019 3:31:09 PM EDT
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4/1/2019 2:54:31 PM EDT
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That combo looks really good.
4/1/2019 3:43:03 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
That combo looks really good.
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
That combo looks really good.
you can blame @toxicavenger70 for it.

He did it first and made the strap
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4/1/2019 10:44:40 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

you can blame @toxicavenger70 for it.

He did it first and made the strap
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Sweet brother!!!
4/2/2019 8:42:38 PM EDT
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Do you guys like leather natos? I love how they look just not sure I would like leather. Curious if the leather ends up sticking to the arm? Any other pros/cons.

Prob going to find and order a cheap one to test out.
4/2/2019 9:08:31 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ak4784:
Do you guys like leather natos? I love how they look just not sure I would like leather. Curious if the leather ends up sticking to the arm? Any other pros/cons.

Prob going to find and order a cheap one to test out.
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I'm not a fan as they don't curve around springbars (IMO) as well as nylon does.

If going leather - I like a good ole 2 piece.
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4/2/2019 9:19:49 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ak4784:
Do you guys like leather natos? I love how they look just not sure I would like leather. Curious if the leather ends up sticking to the arm? Any other pros/cons.

Prob going to find and order a cheap one to test out.
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I’ve been thinking about trying leather but haven’t found any feedback yet.
4/2/2019 11:05:02 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ak4784:
Do you guys like leather natos? I love how they look just not sure I would like leather. Curious if the leather ends up sticking to the arm? Any other pros/cons.

Prob going to find and order a cheap one to test out.
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Most cowhide leather natos are super thick. The reason why is leather stretches. So manufactures will make it thicker to element that from happening. Which in turns sucks because the strap over powers the watch. That is the reason why I sell kangaroo leather straps. They are only 1.2mm thick and 10x's the tensile strength of cowhide.

I only wear my roo leather straps in the fall/winter time.
4/3/2019 2:53:52 PM EDT
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Would getting the leather/kangaroo wet and letting it dry while watch, on the wrist help mold it around the watch and wrist better? Just a thought.

Also do they like to stick.
4/3/2019 3:10:52 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

you can blame @toxicavenger70 for it.

He did it first and made the strap
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It's safe to say we can blame him for a lot of stuff.
4/3/2019 9:03:09 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
It's safe to say we can blame him for a lot of stuff.
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

you can blame @toxicavenger70 for it.

He did it first and made the strap
It's safe to say we can blame him for a lot of stuff.
quite.

I had to order some more natos and his fancy Rolex spring bars.

That said @toxicavenger70 do you know if Rolex makes theirs in house or uses a Swiss firm to do so? It was next to impossible to find some outside an AD and mine said they would have to order them, so I went with yours.
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4/3/2019 11:37:13 PM EDT
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I have these coming in for my Explorer II. As soon as my springbar tool gets here, I'll be experimenting a bit.

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4/4/2019 6:58:02 PM EDT
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Phoenix straps kind of suck compared to today's modern materials/methods, but it didn't seem right to own a CWC without having a Phoenix to put it on.

4/4/2019 10:49:16 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ak4784:
Would getting the leather/kangaroo wet and letting it dry while watch, on the wrist help mold it around the watch and wrist better? Just a thought.

Also do they like to stick.
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Getting any leather strap wet is not a good idea.
4/4/2019 10:50:13 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
That said @toxicavenger70 do you know if Rolex makes theirs in house or uses a Swiss firm to do so? It was next to impossible to find some outside an AD and mine said they would have to order them, so I went with yours.
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I was told they are made by a swiss company who provides them to Rolex. Mine are also Swiss made.
4/4/2019 11:02:12 PM EDT
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I’ve got that on my Steinhart OVM 1:
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4/4/2019 11:18:53 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:
I was told they are made by a swiss company who provides them to Rolex. Mine are also Swiss made.
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:
Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
That said @toxicavenger70 do you know if Rolex makes theirs in house or uses a Swiss firm to do so? It was next to impossible to find some outside an AD and mine said they would have to order them, so I went with yours.
I was told they are made by a swiss company who provides them to Rolex. Mine are also Swiss made.
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4/6/2019 7:03:31 PM EDT
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I foolishly let my last Haveston go with a watch that I sold, so I had to get another for the CWC. I really like the single-pass design with the floating keeper.



Loomz a poppin’
4/8/2019 12:55:15 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By sgtlmj:
I foolishly let my last Haveston go with a watch that I sold, so I had to get another for the CWC. I really like the single-pass design with the floating keeper.

https://live.staticflickr.com/7901/46828319234_cc3fe311aa_b.jpg

Loomz a poppin’
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How long does the lume last on this one? I had a 2017 model I recently sold and the lume would last just a few hours during the night. Pretty disappointing.
4/8/2019 4:33:33 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:

How long does the lume last on this one? I had a 2017 model I recently sold and the lume would last just a few hours during the night. Pretty disappointing.
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2 owners ago put a new dial and hands on, and when I got it I swapped my dial from a 2018 SBS and it’s super bright all night. I’ve had 5 CWCs now and they were all bright except for a 2012 Auto.
4/9/2019 9:31:37 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By sgtlmj:

2 owners ago put a new dial and hands on, and when I got it I swapped my dial from a 2018 SBS and it’s super bright all night. I’ve had 5 CWCs now and they were all bright except for a 2012 Auto.
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Good info. I was super disappointed with it.
4/9/2019 10:53:33 PM EDT
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Guess I'll be different with a Tissot V8 on a Bund style strap.

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4/10/2019 12:45:50 AM EDT
[#48]
Still wearing this strap on the Samurai. I love it but I need some new straps badly. My Bday is next month so I plan on ordering myself a bunch of new one from Toxic.

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4/10/2019 4:46:09 AM EDT
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Toxic ShizNit Seat Belt.

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4/17/2019 9:21:43 AM EDT
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@toxicavenger70 I bought some shoulderless spring bars and a gray Shiznit. Love the strap and the bars are much better than what the watch came with.

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