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Cru Jones · 22 July 2011, 01:14 AM

anyone have any experience with Greg Stevens' straps?

a number look nice (crazy horse II, for example).....

saw a review on the internets, though, saying the black paint on the edge tended to chip away pretty quickly.

B. Doggy · 22 July 2011, 01:35 AM

He does pretty good work. I've owned one of his straps. However, my allegiance has been to only one strapsmith for quite a while. I'm branching out to another and have to wait 3-months to see how I like it

....hopefully it's worth the wait.

karmatp · 22 July 2011, 01:58 AM

I have owned a few of his straps, I like them. I guess I am a fan, I would buy more in a heartbeat.

I am actually wearing a GSD today, it's the first time I have worn this strap. I just took a couple of quick pics because threads without pics blow.

karmatp · 22 July 2011, 02:02 AM

I just noticed that little mark in the first pic, it rubbed right out with my thumb.

ocwatching · 22 July 2011, 02:34 AM

love his work...I have a few..his stuff just fits my wrist pretty well...
CHII

Ammo vintage

Brown calf

Marrone Antico

And a nice guy too...

OH..the brown calf was a daily beater and never had an issue on the paint..I am sure you can email him and ask...

MDUB · 22 July 2011, 03:10 AM

I love Greg's work. I have a growing collection of his straps that are all fantastic. Colors are rich, leather is soft and just quality all the way around. Also, he's a good guy who will work with you on what you want and guarantees the fit.

I've wearing GSD tobacco now (below in crappy iPhone pic) and I have been unable to take it off since I got it.

jldc · 22 July 2011, 04:43 AM

I don't have a GSD strap, but agree that they are very good-looking. I've noticed that he also makes belts that are available with Panerai style buckles. These look cool, but the buckles might be too large to be comfortable. Does anybody have experience with Greg Steven's belts?

L

Cru Jones · 22 July 2011, 06:23 PM

GREAT pix and feedback, guys. thanks very much!

will be heading to the states this summer for vacation and was thinking of picking up a U.S.-sourced strap (so don't have to worry about customs duties and int'l shipping).

it's down to GSD or micah at the moment.

MDUB · 23 July 2011, 03:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

GREAT pix and feedback, guys. thanks very much!

will be heading to the states this summer for vacation and was thinking of picking up a U.S.-sourced strap (so don't have to worry about customs duties and int'l shipping).

it's down to GSD or micah at the moment.

Seriously, they are both excellent quality strap makers and if you just get one you won't stop thinking about the other until you get it.

mfer · 23 July 2011, 04:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

GREAT pix and feedback, guys. thanks very much!

will be heading to the states this summer for vacation and was thinking of picking up a U.S.-sourced strap (so don't have to worry about customs duties and int'l shipping).

it's down to GSD or micah at the moment.

I'd just talk to them now. I don't see any issues with customs. I ordered from ABP-Paris and it was easy, no pain. I'm sure Micah and Greg (and Rob) are the same.

nxfedlt1 · 23 July 2011, 04:53 AM

I have a strap from both of them, and couldn't be happier. I've worn my GSD strap daily for over a year, and the patina is great. The leather used on my strap from michah is softer however, and more pliable, but I have no complaints on either.

RRM1020 · 27 July 2011, 09:33 PM

I bought a GSD strap about six months ago for my 351. Love it.
I actually just ordered three more straps from him yesterday!

I love the fact that he likes to interact and give feedback/ideas. We went back and fourth on a few ideas I had and took a suggestion on one particular strap from him.

I also bought a Rob Montana that I like but a different style.

I am a GSD fan.

bcacncnc · 28 July 2011, 01:58 PM

Those pics look great guys. I've been checking the Crazy Horse II out. For those who have one, is the leather soft? I mean the really soft kind of soft?

nxfedlt1 · 28 July 2011, 03:23 PM

suede soft? no.....but soft "enough"

it's a little thicker than my strap from Micah, and I think it will be more durable, plus the ends are finished so that's why I went with it and haven't looked back since. I did put the strap from micah on the other day, but changed back.

The GSD strap took about a week of wearing it for it be "broken in"

ocwatching · 28 July 2011, 03:47 PM

CHII is a bit of a thick strap and is soft but the softest ones are the single ply straps..
the maroone antico was really soft...

Shade · 29 July 2011, 01:42 AM

They're nice, but some colours or hues are too similiar to many of my other straps..

SaddleSC · 29 July 2011, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

GREAT pix and feedback, guys. thanks very much!

will be heading to the states this summer for vacation and was thinking of picking up a U.S.-sourced strap (so don't have to worry about customs duties and int'l shipping).

it's down to GSD or micah at the moment.

Go for the Micah Cru! GSD makes a great strap, but my preference is for Micah.

MDUB · 29 July 2011, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bcacncnc

Those pics look great guys. I've been checking the Crazy Horse II out. For those who have one, is the leather soft? I mean the really soft kind of soft?

Thanks. I have a CHII as well and I love it (see below). Since it is a thicker strap, it won't be the softest of leathers, but I can tell you from experience the leather wears very comfortably.

RRM1020 · 29 July 2011, 12:27 PM

GSD has a four week wait right now.
And if you buy more than one he'll give you a deal.

I was considering a CHII but went with his new Heritage strap. I also got a black w gold stitch and another brown w gold stitching. These straps are for me to change up my 352 and 416.

jvo300 · 29 July 2011, 11:14 PM

CH II is a gorgeous strap. I will note that it tends to irritate my skin if I wear it too tight. Might just be me, but thought I'd throw it out there.

CHII w/351

CHII w/243

CHII w/249

jacksonian · 9 August 2011, 02:44 AM

Greg is awesome. Great guy, great straps, great service.

MDUB · 9 August 2011, 03:07 AM

[QUOTE=jvo300;2643752]CH II is a gorgeous strap. I will note that it tends to irritate my skin if I wear it too tight. Might just be me, but thought I'd throw it out there.QUOTE]

I just experienced this for this first time.

Do you think it could be the dye in the leather?

I have been wearing various GSD stra[ps for a while now and this won't stop me from wearing my GSD, but it's good to be aware this can happen. I wonder if other leather straps by other makers do the same thing sometimes.

ocwatching · 9 August 2011, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jvo300

CH II is a gorgeous strap. I will note that it tends to irritate my skin if I wear it too tight. Might just be me, but thought I'd throw it out there.

I just had the same thing happen to me...CHII that I picked up a while ago and wore it all day during a hot day here in SoCal...think its the sweat and the hide...

Love the look..

22 July 2011, 01:14 AM	#1
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,296	Thoughts on Greg Stevens' straps? anyone have any experience with Greg Stevens' straps? a number look nice (crazy horse II, for example)..... saw a review on the internets, though, saying the black paint on the edge tended to chip away pretty quickly.

22 July 2011, 01:35 AM	#2
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	He does pretty good work. I've owned one of his straps. However, my allegiance has been to only one strapsmith for quite a while. I'm branching out to another and have to wait 3-months to see how I like it ....hopefully it's worth the wait. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

22 July 2011, 01:58 AM	#3
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I have owned a few of his straps, I like them. I guess I am a fan, I would buy more in a heartbeat. I am actually wearing a GSD today, it's the first time I have worn this strap. I just took a couple of quick pics because threads without pics blow. __________________ My grails:

22 July 2011, 02:02 AM	#4
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I just noticed that little mark in the first pic, it rubbed right out with my thumb. __________________ My grails:

22 July 2011, 02:34 AM	#5
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	Love GSD! love his work...I have a few..his stuff just fits my wrist pretty well... CHII Ammo vintage Brown calf Marrone Antico And a nice guy too... OH..the brown calf was a daily beater and never had an issue on the paint..I am sure you can email him and ask... __________________ too much into watches...

22 July 2011, 03:10 AM	#6
MDUB Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Marc Location: SoCal Posts: 65	+1 ! Huge Fan of GSD I love Greg's work. I have a growing collection of his straps that are all fantastic. Colors are rich, leather is soft and just quality all the way around. Also, he's a good guy who will work with you on what you want and guarantees the fit. I've wearing GSD tobacco now (below in crappy iPhone pic) and I have been unable to take it off since I got it.

22 July 2011, 04:43 AM	#7
jldc "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: USA Watch: SeaDweller Posts: 464	I don't have a GSD strap, but agree that they are very good-looking. I've noticed that he also makes belts that are available with Panerai style buckles. These look cool, but the buckles might be too large to be comfortable. Does anybody have experience with Greg Steven's belts? L

22 July 2011, 06:23 PM	#8
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,296	GREAT pix and feedback, guys. thanks very much! will be heading to the states this summer for vacation and was thinking of picking up a U.S.-sourced strap (so don't have to worry about customs duties and int'l shipping). it's down to GSD or micah at the moment.

23 July 2011, 04:53 AM	#11
nxfedlt1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maryland Posts: 22	I have a strap from both of them, and couldn't be happier. I've worn my GSD strap daily for over a year, and the patina is great. The leather used on my strap from michah is softer however, and more pliable, but I have no complaints on either.

27 July 2011, 09:33 PM	#12
RRM1020 Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: US... Watch: Depends on the day Posts: 181	I bought a GSD strap about six months ago for my 351. Love it. I actually just ordered three more straps from him yesterday! I love the fact that he likes to interact and give feedback/ideas. We went back and fourth on a few ideas I had and took a suggestion on one particular strap from him. I also bought a Rob Montana that I like but a different style. I am a GSD fan.

28 July 2011, 01:58 PM	#13
bcacncnc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Bryan Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,577	Those pics look great guys. I've been checking the Crazy Horse II out. For those who have one, is the leather soft? I mean the really soft kind of soft? __________________ Omega Panerai Chopard Grand Seiko

28 July 2011, 03:23 PM	#14
nxfedlt1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maryland Posts: 22	suede soft? no.....but soft "enough" it's a little thicker than my strap from Micah, and I think it will be more durable, plus the ends are finished so that's why I went with it and haven't looked back since. I did put the strap from micah on the other day, but changed back. The GSD strap took about a week of wearing it for it be "broken in"

28 July 2011, 03:47 PM	#15
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	CHII is a bit of a thick strap and is soft but the softest ones are the single ply straps.. the maroone antico was really soft... __________________ too much into watches...

29 July 2011, 01:42 AM	#16
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	They're nice, but some colours or hues are too similiar to many of my other straps.. __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

29 July 2011, 12:27 PM	#19
RRM1020 Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: US... Watch: Depends on the day Posts: 181	GSD has a four week wait right now. And if you buy more than one he'll give you a deal. I was considering a CHII but went with his new Heritage strap. I also got a black w gold stitch and another brown w gold stitching. These straps are for me to change up my 352 and 416.

29 July 2011, 11:14 PM	#20
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	CH II is a gorgeous strap. I will note that it tends to irritate my skin if I wear it too tight. Might just be me, but thought I'd throw it out there. CHII w/351 CHII w/243 CHII w/249

9 August 2011, 02:44 AM	#21
jacksonian Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NC, USA Posts: 125	Greg is awesome. Great guy, great straps, great service.

9 August 2011, 03:07 AM	#22
MDUB Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Marc Location: SoCal Posts: 65	[QUOTE=jvo300;2643752]CH II is a gorgeous strap. I will note that it tends to irritate my skin if I wear it too tight. Might just be me, but thought I'd throw it out there.QUOTE] I just experienced this for this first time. Do you think it could be the dye in the leather? I have been wearing various GSD stra[ps for a while now and this won't stop me from wearing my GSD, but it's good to be aware this can happen. I wonder if other leather straps by other makers do the same thing sometimes.

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