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Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 02:06 AM

Was talking to a poor (not as wealthy as me) and he was upset because he can get a decent $500 pair of calf, hand finished, made in England boots without naming the maker, OR a single (3 pictured) factory OEM Italian calf replacement watch strap for a watch we won’t mention.

What say you all!!!!!!??????!!!!!!!

Mifune · 11 August 2022, 02:11 AM

those shoes look damn nice...

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Mifune

those shoes look damn nice...

Right? Might get a pair for my HVAC guy.

Tricolore66 · 11 August 2022, 10:40 AM

That's how it starts, and before you know it you see him at your country club.

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Right? Might get a pair for my HVAC guy.

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Tricolore66

That's how it starts, and before you know it you see him at your country club.

Truth.

Mifune · 11 August 2022, 02:20 AM

I'll be right over

SpectralDodo49 · 11 August 2022, 02:35 AM

Those boots are killer. Yeah, the profit margins on watch straps for nice watches must be enormous.

binArt · 11 August 2022, 02:38 AM

For MTO boots, G&G. For MTO watch straps, Equus. Both made in England.

Blansky · 11 August 2022, 02:39 AM

Thinkin' outside the box here,......... I'm thinking you buy the boots and attach the Panerai watch to the boot laces and you've got a win-win here.

Lonehiker · 11 August 2022, 04:29 AM

Maybe the boots are just too cheap!

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Lonehiker

Maybe the boots are just too cheap!

$500 is a good entry price.

binArt · 11 August 2022, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

$500 is a good entry price.

$1,200 buys a pretty good pair of off the shelf boots. But for proper refinement, bespoke is the way to go.

OYptL · 11 August 2022, 05:53 AM

What about boots like shown made for overweight men who need velcro straps cuz I can’t I mean they can’t tie the laces?

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by oyptl

what about boots like shown made for overweight men who need velcro straps cuz i can’t i mean they can’t tie the laces?

reported!!!!

JParm · 11 August 2022, 05:54 AM

It's funny how life works...I'll never spend $500 on a pair of boots (I like deals!), but will spend a few hundred dollars on multiple straps that I'll barely wear without batting an eye.

Also - "I was talking to a poor..." - you crazy, Chewy!

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by [email protected]

It's funny how life works...I'll never spend $500 on a pair of boots (I like deals!), but will spend a few hundred dollars on multiple straps that I'll barely wear without batting an eye.

Also - "I was talking to a poor..." - you crazy, Chewy!

The only time you needed boots was when we were on the iceberg together before you abandoned me.

All other Jesse and Mrs Jesse destinations are sun and sand anyway so your $350 Balenciaga flip flops are fine.

enjoythemusic · 11 August 2022, 06:16 AM

Without matching driving gloves they're pretty worthless as an outfit.

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Without matching driving gloves they're pretty worthless as an outfit.

Yes. The lumberjack driver’s heel on those are perfect. (Rolls eyes)

Your wealth and money accessories alignment knowledge is slipping, Sir.

Remember this is a Rolex forum.

enjoythemusic · 11 August 2022, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Your wealth and money accessories alignment knowledge is slipping, Sir.

It's all you wildey rascaley kids and your new fashion-forward style. What ever happened to the classics, like black leather buttless chaps and matching biker vest?

brandrea · 11 August 2022, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

It's all you wildey rascaley kids and your new fashion-forward style. What ever happened to the classics, like black leather buttless chaps and matching biker vest?

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

It's all you wildey rascaley kids and your new fashion-forward style. What ever happened to the classics, like black leather buttless chaps and matching biker vest?

I still have the photos of you dancing.

PBJ1925 · 11 August 2022, 06:16 AM

I may never buy an OEM strap for xyz brand ever again.

Chewbacca · 11 August 2022, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by PBJ1925

I may never buy an OEM strap for xyz brand ever again.

Right? I don’t get it. Even French shell cordovan for other premium brands are in the $200 - $250 range and you need a dead horse for them!

OYptL · 11 August 2022, 06:26 AM

Oysters rule anyway. Wouldn’t wear anything else(seriously).

904VT · 11 August 2022, 06:58 AM

Panerai makes nice straps for the price. I particularly like their buffalo leather strap. Considering what some NATO straps cost from manufactures, I think plenty fair for OEM. Some non-OEM straps are more pricey as well. You can find deals on many non-OEM though since lots of competition. Not cheap to hold that much slow turnover inventory, with that many OEM options. I don't think non-OEM sit on much inventory.

BNA/LION · 11 August 2022, 06:59 AM

~ REPORTED ~

Buy boots, wear for 6 months, have leather straps made for watches with boot material.

brandrea · 11 August 2022, 07:08 AM

It all comes down to the leather and construction. I usually am a sucker for OEM straps and I’m really not sure why …. Maybe something akin to putting aftermarket parts on a car. Silly I know.

Anyway, if you want really nice boots, Gabbard makes some of the best for the material and workmanship. https://www.kreosote.com/shop-boots

binArt · 11 August 2022, 07:15 AM

Eg

enjoythemusic · 11 August 2022, 08:07 AM

^^^^ My Muse LOVES that pic! It's one of her faves.

milov · 11 August 2022, 10:25 AM

could he try strapping the watch to the boots instead?

11 August 2022, 02:39 AM	#9
Blansky 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: swmnpoolsmovie* Posts: 9,809	Thinkin' outside the box here,......... I'm thinking you buy the boots and attach the Panerai watch to the boot laces and you've got a win-win here. __________________ OlllllllO

11 August 2022, 05:54 AM	#15
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,568	It's funny how life works...I'll never spend $500 on a pair of boots (I like deals!), but will spend a few hundred dollars on multiple straps that I'll barely wear without batting an eye. Also - "I was talking to a poor..." - you crazy, Chewy! __________________

11 August 2022, 06:16 AM	#17
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,202	Without matching driving gloves they're pretty worthless as an outfit. __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

11 August 2022, 06:59 AM	#26
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,662	~ REPORTED ~ Buy boots, wear for 6 months, have leather straps made for watches with boot material. __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

11 August 2022, 08:07 AM	#29
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,202	^^^^ My Muse LOVES that pic! It's one of her faves. __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

11 August 2022, 02:11 AM	#2
Mifune Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: here AND there... Posts: 2,240	those shoes look damn nice...

11 August 2022, 02:20 AM	#6
Mifune Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: here AND there... Posts: 2,240	I'll be right over

11 August 2022, 02:35 AM	#7
SpectralDodo49 Banned Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: USA Posts: 71	Those boots are killer. Yeah, the profit margins on watch straps for nice watches must be enormous.

11 August 2022, 02:38 AM	#8
binArt Banned Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Tommy's Garden Watch: 16600 Posts: 461	For MTO boots, G&G. For MTO watch straps, Equus. Both made in England.

11 August 2022, 04:29 AM	#10
Lonehiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Real Name: Robbie Location: The North Watch: Explorer Posts: 172	Maybe the boots are just too cheap!

11 August 2022, 05:53 AM	#13
OYptL "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Bloomingdale Watch: Invicta Posts: 755	What about boots like shown made for overweight men who need velcro straps cuz I can’t I mean they can’t tie the laces?

11 August 2022, 06:16 AM	#22
PBJ1925 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Jay Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 326934 Posts: 2,319	I may never buy an OEM strap for xyz brand ever again.

11 August 2022, 06:26 AM	#24
OYptL "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Bloomingdale Watch: Invicta Posts: 755	Oysters rule anyway. Wouldn’t wear anything else(seriously).

11 August 2022, 06:58 AM	#25
904VT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: All Rolex Posts: 7,024	Panerai makes nice straps for the price. I particularly like their buffalo leather strap. Considering what some NATO straps cost from manufactures, I think plenty fair for OEM. Some non-OEM straps are more pricey as well. You can find deals on many non-OEM though since lots of competition. Not cheap to hold that much slow turnover inventory, with that many OEM options. I don't think non-OEM sit on much inventory.

11 August 2022, 07:08 AM	#27
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,135	It all comes down to the leather and construction. I usually am a sucker for OEM straps and I’m really not sure why …. Maybe something akin to putting aftermarket parts on a car. Silly I know. Anyway, if you want really nice boots, Gabbard makes some of the best for the material and workmanship. https://www.kreosote.com/shop-boots

11 August 2022, 10:25 AM	#30
milov "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Sydney Posts: 517	could he try strapping the watch to the boots instead?

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