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Rusty888 · 30 July 2014, 11:14 AM

So let me start by saying that this was a long time coming.. I had mentioned that I was going to do this a while back but there were some delays with other items some travel with work that delayed this post

I purchased my BLNR a few months ago, however I personally like being a little different so I looked at strap options to mix it up the look with the bracelet. I use to wear a NATO quite a lot on my last Omega, however wanted to procure a leather strap for when a bracelet with shiny PCLs just wasnt quite right.

The pictures I will save for the bottom but will put them in order I mention them for ease. I have taken a few different angles so you can see more details and they are all from my iphone 5s hence the low quality

NATOS
Firstly the Natos as I touched on them just before. i ordered all mine with black PVD hardware

I am quite fond of the black and grey stripe NATO. It gets most wear on the weekends. Its comfortable and quite light to wear. Whilst its not beach weather currently this strap offers that one little extra bit compared to a plain strap. All in all its a favourite and is in the top 3 for wearing, including being the strap that I wear whilst playing golf on the weekend.

The grey Nato was a little light to what I was expecting when I first saw it. However it has been worn, although when I was taking the pictures something made me think I need to start wearing this a little more. Theres something about it that just creates that interest. So next week I might make more of an appearance with it.

The black Nato you can see I haven't worn. Its just a plain Nato and I prefer the black with grey stripe and I always go to that. So its back to the drawer

GOLFER

The golfer I picked up very cheap. Its one where you cut it to size and that's it, no further adjustment. It didn't sing to me to start and something I feel will need to worn in. So besides wearing it one afternoon it hasn't been worn. When I get the chance I will have to see if wearing it in makes a difference, however I feel there are better options for what it purpose was meant to be

There's two sets of pictures. one without the custom endlinks and one with them. I think we can all agree that the endlinks look better so all straps will show with the endlinks from now on but I thought I would give you chance to see the difference

Hirsh GRAND DUKE

This strap I bought with the pure intention of seeing what a blueish strap would look like. I must admit the strap just feels inferior and cheap. I'm sure as a beater its great but I don't feel it pairs the GMT well. As such its sitting in my drawer and will hardly get used. I don't regret buying it as i feel the blue wouldn't sit right with the BLNR and was only a cheap decision.

Hirsch VISCOUNT

This is strap that I find myself keep wearing and sometimes favoring over the bracelet, heaven forbid. It took 2 weeks for it to be broken in to a good degree but now is something I feel is quite classy in the right setting. Going out for work dinners and not wanting to bring the bracelet this is my option. I also find this strap good for weekdays when I'm around the office. The white stitching to me makes a world of difference and offers that something extra without trying to hard to tie a blue in. This is one of Hirschs most expensive straps and whilst not cheap I favored this for its apparent "waterproofness". It has come into the shower with me and has been fine, although I usually take it off. Given where I live leather straps don't last too long with our hot summer and the sweat so time will tell if it will hold up longer than others. However my view is it is 10 times the strap of the Grand Duke and therefore priced accordingly.

BRACELET

This bracelet is................... Forget it, we all know the bracelet. Whether you like the PCLs or not is up to you. I feel it brings it up more dressy than a brushed bracelet and its your personal choice what you prefer. I can say after wearing the straps exclusively for almost 6 weeks I am at the stage where the bracelet is getting more and I am starting to appreciate it more.

HIRSCH DEPLOYANTS

While I was getting the deployants I decided to get the two deployants, the butterfly and the sport. The sport is more like the Omega and Brietling style with a single fold over and the butterfly is as expected.

My advice, go for the butterfly. Its all Ive worn. I despise the sport soo much that it sits on the grand duke in my drawer. The butterfly offers a bigger opening to go over the watch, is easier to put on with one hand or two and just feels better on the wrist as its not as wide along the wrist so you dont require the "correct" wrist size or shape.

IS 40mm TOO BIG?

My 3 year old thinks no, however he prefers the bracelet as does my 8 month old. It must be those PCLs

Hairdude1 · 30 July 2014, 11:17 AM

Nice options. I like the BLNR on the leather strap

Watchvirgin · 30 July 2014, 11:50 AM

Nice pictures!

I like it all natural!!

roverman318 · 30 July 2014, 11:55 AM

Nice. Where did you get the end links? I saw some on ebay but not sure if they're any good.

PADI_Diver · 30 July 2014, 11:58 AM

I like it on the bracelet! Maybe brush the center links if you would like that??

mjclark32 · 30 July 2014, 11:59 AM

Man, I like the grey NATO, leather straps, and of course the oyster best. Gotta love the versatility.

iazrollie · 30 July 2014, 12:35 PM

The leather looks surprisingly nice. I wonder how it would look on a rubberb. Bracelet is gorgeous.

Ryuden · 30 July 2014, 12:54 PM

Only yesterday a member asking about BLNR on leather and viola! Here are some excellent examples.

I am digging the BLNR on the leather with the end links.

Within minutes, transform it into a super duper nice leather dress watch! Awesome!

Thanks for sharing.

KINGROLESAR · 30 July 2014, 12:56 PM

I like a strap option and I think Rolex looks great on them. What I don't like is the use of endlinks .

Kyu · 30 July 2014, 02:51 PM

Iono why but BLNR looks perfect on bracelet to me
I would keep it on bracelet, by looking at the last pic.. I'd say he agrees with me

Chrispare · 30 July 2014, 02:52 PM

I am not convinced by Nato but I find leather quite good
Thanks for the photos

JD521 · 30 July 2014, 02:56 PM

Thanks for pics!

Viv Savage · 30 July 2014, 03:06 PM

Looks like you had a lot of fun.

francis · 30 July 2014, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kingrolesar

i like a strap option and i think rolex looks great on them. What i don't like is the use of endlinks .

+1

GB-man · 30 July 2014, 03:33 PM

I am inclined to agree with your son, but glad you are having fun with it. I do use natos from time to time myself.

Rusty888 · 30 July 2014, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchvirgin

Nice pictures!

I like it all natural!!

It certainly does the flair being natural

Quote:

Originally Posted by roverman318

Nice. Where did you get the end links? I saw some on ebay but not sure if they're any good.

From a member on here. PM me and i will pass on the details. Very nice guy and really conforming

Quote:

Originally Posted by PADI_Diver

I like it on the bracelet! Maybe brush the center links if you would like that??

Thats what I like about the bracelet. The PCLs I'm a big fan of

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryuden

Only yesterday a member asking about BLNR on leather and viola! Here are some excellent examples.

I am digging the BLNR on the leather with the end links.

Within minutes, transform it into a super duper nice leather dress watch! Awesome!

Thanks for sharing.

Thats what started me on the journey. Wanting a nice dress watch.

Quote:

Originally Posted by KINGROLESAR

I like a strap option and I think Rolex looks great on them. What I don't like is the use of endlinks .

Ill post a pic up of the viscount comparing endlinks to no endlinks. To me it looks amazingly better with them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyu

Iono why but BLNR looks perfect on bracelet to me
I would keep it on bracelet, by looking at the last pic.. I'd say he agrees with me

The more shiny it is, the more he likes it I would have a feeling

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chrispare

I am not convinced by Nato but I find leather quite good
Thanks for the photos

No one ever thinks the NATO looks good. It is however very functional.

bridgs · 30 July 2014, 08:42 PM

I like the fourth picture strap most for the straps. I like the bracelet the best though. It just seems there is no beating that.

KBM · 31 July 2014, 12:07 AM

Thanks for the effort of posting all those options. Looks great on leather, but I was amazed at how the bracelet looked stunning when I got to the last picture.

WyoWatch · 31 July 2014, 12:16 AM

If I were to put it on a strap, it would be this one from Rubber B:

joejoe1225 · 31 July 2014, 12:21 AM

Bracelet - Brushed Links.

Cru Jones · 31 July 2014, 12:27 AM

thanks for all of the pix. great to see all the different looks.

Time Exposure · 31 July 2014, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WyoWatch

If I were to put it on a strap, it would be this one from Rubber B:

This.

BSC · 31 July 2014, 12:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WyoWatch

If I were to put it on a strap, it would be this one from Rubber B:

The BLNR looks amazing on this rubberb strap! I am thinking of getting this strap for my BLNR.

1watchaholic · 31 July 2014, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WyoWatch

If I were to put it on a strap, it would be this one from Rubber B:

I in general do not like natos so those would not be an option for me. The Viscount I have to agree is one of the best leather straps around. I put one on my Longines Legend ND Diver and love it. Of course the bracelet is my choice on this one. With a lot going on with the bezel, simplicity in the strap enhances the overall look.

Oh my! And the winner outside of the bracelet is this! May be even better without the blue stripe.

Smartyjones18 · 31 July 2014, 01:00 AM

Thanks for sharing, good option on different occasion.

AK797 · 31 July 2014, 02:39 AM

I like it best on leather with blue stitching.

Rusty888 · 31 July 2014, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kauebm

Thanks for the effort of posting all those options. Looks great on leather, but I was amazed at how the bracelet looked stunning when I got to the last picture.

I found that to. You appreciate the bracelet more after wearing the other options. I wore the bravely yesterday and it was really nice. Grey NATO for functionality today and bracelet tomorrow.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1watchaholic

I in general do not like natos so those would not be an option for me. The Viscount I have to agree is one of the best leather straps around. I put one on my Longines Legend ND Diver and love it. Of course the bracelet is my choice on this one. With a lot going on with the bezel, simplicity in the strap enhances the overall look.

Oh my! And the winner outside of the bracelet is this! May be even better without the blue stripe.

The viscount is great. Might need to look at other options to. The other viscount colours don't work for me

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I like it best on leather with blue stitching.

I would like the viscount with blue stitching but that grand duke in the pictures with the blue stitching just feels cheap. I know it's not real alligator leather like the viscount but I don't like the feel.

Robb · 31 July 2014, 10:46 AM

I just got this rubber b today and I love it

ltmgeller · 4 August 2014, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I like it best on leather with blue stitching.

X2

Rusty888 · 4 August 2014, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

X2

What strap is that?

30 July 2014, 11:14 AM	#1
Rusty888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Shaun Location: Australia Watch: GMT IIc BLNR Posts: 363	BLNR Strap Options Review - Pic Heavy So let me start by saying that this was a long time coming.. I had mentioned that I was going to do this a while back but there were some delays with other items some travel with work that delayed this post I purchased my BLNR a few months ago, however I personally like being a little different so I looked at strap options to mix it up the look with the bracelet. I use to wear a NATO quite a lot on my last Omega, however wanted to procure a leather strap for when a bracelet with shiny PCLs just wasnt quite right. The pictures I will save for the bottom but will put them in order I mention them for ease. I have taken a few different angles so you can see more details and they are all from my iphone 5s hence the low quality NATOS Firstly the Natos as I touched on them just before. i ordered all mine with black PVD hardware I am quite fond of the black and grey stripe NATO. It gets most wear on the weekends. Its comfortable and quite light to wear. Whilst its not beach weather currently this strap offers that one little extra bit compared to a plain strap. All in all its a favourite and is in the top 3 for wearing, including being the strap that I wear whilst playing golf on the weekend. The grey Nato was a little light to what I was expecting when I first saw it. However it has been worn, although when I was taking the pictures something made me think I need to start wearing this a little more. Theres something about it that just creates that interest. So next week I might make more of an appearance with it. The black Nato you can see I haven't worn. Its just a plain Nato and I prefer the black with grey stripe and I always go to that. So its back to the drawer GOLFER The golfer I picked up very cheap. Its one where you cut it to size and that's it, no further adjustment. It didn't sing to me to start and something I feel will need to worn in. So besides wearing it one afternoon it hasn't been worn. When I get the chance I will have to see if wearing it in makes a difference, however I feel there are better options for what it purpose was meant to be There's two sets of pictures. one without the custom endlinks and one with them. I think we can all agree that the endlinks look better so all straps will show with the endlinks from now on but I thought I would give you chance to see the difference Hirsh GRAND DUKE This strap I bought with the pure intention of seeing what a blueish strap would look like. I must admit the strap just feels inferior and cheap. I'm sure as a beater its great but I don't feel it pairs the GMT well. As such its sitting in my drawer and will hardly get used. I don't regret buying it as i feel the blue wouldn't sit right with the BLNR and was only a cheap decision. Hirsch VISCOUNT This is strap that I find myself keep wearing and sometimes favoring over the bracelet, heaven forbid. It took 2 weeks for it to be broken in to a good degree but now is something I feel is quite classy in the right setting. Going out for work dinners and not wanting to bring the bracelet this is my option. I also find this strap good for weekdays when I'm around the office. The white stitching to me makes a world of difference and offers that something extra without trying to hard to tie a blue in. This is one of Hirschs most expensive straps and whilst not cheap I favored this for its apparent "waterproofness". It has come into the shower with me and has been fine, although I usually take it off. Given where I live leather straps don't last too long with our hot summer and the sweat so time will tell if it will hold up longer than others. However my view is it is 10 times the strap of the Grand Duke and therefore priced accordingly. BRACELET This bracelet is................... Forget it, we all know the bracelet. Whether you like the PCLs or not is up to you. I feel it brings it up more dressy than a brushed bracelet and its your personal choice what you prefer. I can say after wearing the straps exclusively for almost 6 weeks I am at the stage where the bracelet is getting more and I am starting to appreciate it more. HIRSCH DEPLOYANTS While I was getting the deployants I decided to get the two deployants, the butterfly and the sport. The sport is more like the Omega and Brietling style with a single fold over and the butterfly is as expected. My advice, go for the butterfly. Its all Ive worn. I despise the sport soo much that it sits on the grand duke in my drawer. The butterfly offers a bigger opening to go over the watch, is easier to put on with one hand or two and just feels better on the wrist as its not as wide along the wrist so you dont require the "correct" wrist size or shape. IS 40mm TOO BIG? My 3 year old thinks no, however he prefers the bracelet as does my 8 month old. It must be those PCLs Attached Images

30 July 2014, 11:17 AM	#2
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Nice options. I like the BLNR on the leather strap __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

30 July 2014, 11:59 AM	#6
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Man, I like the grey NATO, leather straps, and of course the oyster best. Gotta love the versatility. __________________

30 July 2014, 12:35 PM	#7
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	The leather looks surprisingly nice. I wonder how it would look on a rubberb. Bracelet is gorgeous. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

30 July 2014, 12:56 PM	#9
KINGROLESAR "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Drew Location: PHILADELPHIA Watch: CROWN MARKED Posts: 2,158	I like a strap option and I think Rolex looks great on them. What I don't like is the use of endlinks . __________________ "Raise your glass high, those here for those not with but a sigh; for enjoy each day, it comes but once, then quickly to the past as it must" - King Rolesar 03

30 July 2014, 11:50 AM	#3
Watchvirgin Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Ash_Flash Location: Washington, DC Watch: AP Posts: 901	Nice pictures! I like it all natural!!

30 July 2014, 11:55 AM	#4
roverman318 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 237	Nice. Where did you get the end links? I saw some on ebay but not sure if they're any good.

30 July 2014, 11:58 AM	#5
PADI_Diver "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Brendan Location: USA Posts: 228	I like it on the bracelet! Maybe brush the center links if you would like that??

30 July 2014, 12:54 PM	#8
Ryuden "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Miki Location: SG Posts: 1,575	Only yesterday a member asking about BLNR on leather and viola! Here are some excellent examples. I am digging the BLNR on the leather with the end links. Within minutes, transform it into a super duper nice leather dress watch! Awesome! Thanks for sharing.

30 July 2014, 02:51 PM	#10
Kyu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: yes.. it's Kyu Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex 116759SANR Posts: 1,499	Iono why but BLNR looks perfect on bracelet to me I would keep it on bracelet, by looking at the last pic.. I'd say he agrees with me

30 July 2014, 02:52 PM	#11
Chrispare "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Chrisstian Location: Paris France Watch: Daytona SS Posts: 937	I am not convinced by Nato but I find leather quite good Thanks for the photos

30 July 2014, 02:56 PM	#12
JD521 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: John Location: The Bay Posts: 1,055	Thanks for pics!

30 July 2014, 03:06 PM	#13
Viv Savage "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: Australia Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, JLC Posts: 612	Looks like you had a lot of fun. __________________ Have...a good..time...all the time. That's my philosphy!

30 July 2014, 03:33 PM	#15
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I am inclined to agree with your son, but glad you are having fun with it. I do use natos from time to time myself.

30 July 2014, 08:42 PM	#17
bridgs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Shane Location: Minnesota Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 1,125	I like the fourth picture strap most for the straps. I like the bracelet the best though. It just seems there is no beating that.

31 July 2014, 12:07 AM	#18
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Thanks for the effort of posting all those options. Looks great on leather, but I was amazed at how the bracelet looked stunning when I got to the last picture.

31 July 2014, 12:16 AM	#19
WyoWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: USA Watch: 1675 GMT and Sub C Posts: 1,443	If I were to put it on a strap, it would be this one from Rubber B:

31 July 2014, 12:21 AM	#20
joejoe1225 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: USA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 1,928	Bracelet - Brushed Links. __________________

31 July 2014, 12:27 AM	#21
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	thanks for all of the pix. great to see all the different looks.

31 July 2014, 01:00 AM	#25
Smartyjones18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Singapore Posts: 769	Thanks for sharing, good option on different occasion.

31 July 2014, 02:39 AM	#26
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I like it best on leather with blue stitching.

31 July 2014, 10:46 AM	#28
Robb 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,939	I just got this rubber b today and I love it Attached Images __________________ 126610LN l 166610LV l 126619LB l 116710BLNR l 126710BLRO l 126720VTNR l 126718GRNR l 116500 white l 116500 black l 116508 john mayer l 116519LN l 116503 white l 126655 l 226627 Ti Master l 116518LN

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