Favorite Strap

[jldc]

I'm new to Panerai (had my 312 for less than a week) and to nice watches in general (bought my first really nice watch - Rolex Explorer II - about a year ago), but I'm really new to the world of interchangeable straps.

I've been looking at lots of threads about strap and different makers/craftsmen. The amount of information is overwhelming.

I ordered a Metta strap from Micah at Vintager straps, and I'm impatiently waiting for it to come.

While I wait, and to help cut through all the information overload, please tell me about your favorite strap, and why it is your favorite. Post what you want (of course), but let's try to limit it to just your absolute favorite.

My favorite so far is the black OEM strap that came with my 312 - crocodile I believe. Why? It's my only strap except for the rubber strap which I haven't tried so far, but plan on trying later today.

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