PGL 0 Posted August 12, 2011 Hi all, I have found myself looking for a 24mm grey leather (black stitching) watch strap for one of my watches and the only one I have found that matches that description costs $220 which, for me, it is outrageous. I am not willing to pay that much money on a strap. So, do any of you have ever seen a strap that looks like this one?: If so, let me know where to check it out. Thanks guys! PS. If you have seen one with a regular s/s buckle instead of PVD it is not a problem... I can change it in a bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted August 12, 2011 I seem to recall seeing something not unlike that at http://www.watchbandcenter.com/ Another company to check are sectime. You'll find their address on the trusted list at the bottom with a bunch of other strap and accessory vendors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PGL 0 Posted August 12, 2011 Thanks Greg, those are my "go to" stores. I have been using them for ages now but they don't have straps like that one I am going to have to try make one myself (LOL that could result in a total disaster). I have bought a white one that looks awesome, maybe I can try to dye the leather into gray... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
P4GTR 0 Posted August 12, 2011 I have some really nice full grain hide that might be what you're looking for. It's gray/brown/champagne. It's not a perfect colorwheel gray like the strap you posted, but you may like it. I figure a strap like this will run you under $70. If you wanted a new pvd pre-v buckle, it would be $15 more. The more I look at it, and wake up this morning, the more champagne it's starting to look.. Next to the pam catalog for comparo: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted August 12, 2011 Also, look up blueradish on homage forums, he makes straps like that and he is very reasonable in price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted August 12, 2011 Thanks Greg, those are my "go to" stores. I have been using them for ages now but they don't have straps like that one I am going to have to try make one myself (LOL that could result in a total disaster). I have bought a white one that looks awesome, maybe I can try to dye the leather into gray... hmm - just having a quick look, this is probably the one I was thinking of: http://www.watch-band-center.com/watchstra...-Helsinki-.html It's available in various sizes including 22mm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted August 12, 2011 Check out this ebay seller as well - someone recommended them on one of the forums, from what I can remember, but he seems to do some nice stuff that's not silly priced! http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/antique_leathers...m=&_ipg=200 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PGL 0 Posted August 12, 2011 I have some really nice full grain hide that might be what you're looking for. It's gray/brown/champagne. It's not a perfect colorwheel gray like the strap you posted, but you may like it. I figure a strap like this will run you under $70. If you wanted a new pvd pre-v buckle, it would be $15 more. http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd498/...re/IMG_6946.jpg http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd498/...re/IMG_6945.jpg The more I look at it, and wake up this morning, the more champagne it's starting to look.. Next to the pam catalog for comparo: http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd498/...re/IMG_6948.jpg Thank you very much for the input. I feel like it is not what I am looking for though... looks very nice but I want something gray, gray... I had seen a modified watch I kind of want to try to have mine look as the one I saw... *fingers crossed* Check out this ebay seller as well - someone recommended them on one of the forums, from what I can remember, but he seems to do some nice stuff that's not silly priced! http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/antique_leathers...m=&_ipg=200 Thanks! I was in his store this morning. I have bought from him sometimes and I know he used to have gray ones but doesn't anymore. A pity. Thanks Greg, those are my "go to" stores. I have been using them for ages now but they don't have straps like that one I am going to have to try make one myself (LOL that could result in a total disaster). I have bought a white one that looks awesome, maybe I can try to dye the leather into gray... hmm - just having a quick look, this is probably the one I was thinking of: http://www.watch-band-center.com/watchstra...-Helsinki-.html It's available in various sizes including 22mm... Thanks Greg. I saw that one a while ago but I have that same strap in another color and I don't feel comfortable wearing it. In fact it is on the "unused straps" box among a dozen more LOL. Mine was too rigid... but if I don't find anything similar to what I want I would start looking through some blueish leather straps... some really resemble gray. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted August 12, 2011 send pic to timebandit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PGL 0 Posted August 12, 2011 Also, look up blueradish on homage forums, he makes straps like that and he is very reasonable in price. Hi, forgot to quote you LOL. Thanks for the info. MemberX toldme about homage forum and I signed up months ago but there must be a problem because I can't get in. Now I try to open another account and it says I can't because the Nick is already used by someone else (me) and if I change the nick it says my e-mail is already used for another account... frustrating! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PGL 0 Posted August 12, 2011 send pic to timebandit. I might have to end up doing so if I don't get my hads on what I am looking for.... Thanks for the suggestion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fe22ari 0 Posted August 12, 2011 (edited) posted a link here for ebay item but it was a 22mm. wrong size Edited August 12, 2011 by fe22ari Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted August 12, 2011 Also, look up blueradish on homage forums, he makes straps like that and he is very reasonable in price. Hi, forgot to quote you LOL. Thanks for the info. MemberX toldme about homage forum and I signed up months ago but there must be a problem because I can't get in. Now I try to open another account and it says I can't because the Nick is already used by someone else (me) and if I change the nick it says my e-mail is already used for another account... frustrating! PM member PatronSaintofChainsaws here and tell him your login problem.. He will fix it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
