echopapa2 0 Posted September 29, 2015 Hey guys. I just purchased a Big Pilot replica from Andrew over at TrustyTime. I'm pleased with the actual watch, but the strap is complete crap. His description of the strap was: "Premium Thick Brown/Black Leather Strap". The smaller portion of the strap (as pictured) cracked in 30 seconds of me putting on the watching and trying to shape it to my wrist. It's extremely hard feeling and wont bend at all. The smaller portion of the leather strap is almost locked straight and makes the watch sit back and crooked on my wrist, making it unwearable for me. (the clasp wont even stay closed most time) Here is a link to my replica pictures: http://imgur.com/a/6fI0Y I was wondering if you guys had any suggested replacement straps for this. I want something that will shape to my wrist and not be super stiff like this. I was looking at this, because it looks very close to original. I'm not sure if the material will be super stiff similar to the band on the replica I received. http://www.amazon.co...ailpage_o01_s00 Can you guys recommend the material/type of leather I'm looking for here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prancuzas 0 Posted October 2, 2015 I would add few more dollars and would get genuine alligator strap from Orloff. As for Trusty - ask him to send a replacement strap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kremmen 0 Posted October 2, 2015 replica straps are often bad try one of the strapmakers or someone like panatime Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ephry73 5 Posted October 2, 2015 The croc units are the worst. Honestly though a custom strap is always the best. Canvas also looks great on these BP units. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ephry73 5 Posted October 2, 2015 This was $65 from eBay. Looks and feels hundreds of times better than the supplied strap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulvillo 364 Posted October 2, 2015 This was $65 from eBay. Looks and feels hundreds of times better than the supplied strap Good looking indeed! Are these gen croc/gator or calf? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ephry73 5 Posted October 2, 2015 The strap feels amazing and substantial. My best guess is stamped calf. Their description is as follows: Width: 22mm/18mm Length: 145mm/55mm (Not include Buckle) Thickness: 6.0mm/2.7mm Material: Top Grade Genuine Leather with Alligator Grain Color: Black with Black Stitch Link to the same strap(I am in no way affiliated to this store or seller) http://www.ebay.com/itm/22mm-Black-Gator-Grain-Leather-Strap-watch-Band-Rivet-IWC-BIG-PILOT-22-/120702158110?hash=item1c1a68c51e Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulvillo 364 Posted October 2, 2015 Cool thanks for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leicafan99 0 Posted February 29, 2016 I have the latest big pilot ZF with working PR. I must say the supplied strap is of excellent quality Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
