TK01 0 Posted April 14, 2014 (edited) I heard from someone on this forum that the straps we get from replica watches usually not very good I am mainly referring to leather breitling. I wan the original strap on my watch for my Breitlings but they cost a lot don't they ? do you guys change your straps a lot ? you guys get original from genuine watches or just custom made I care a lot about comfort but want the original buckle and strap on my replicas . " VERY" Edited April 14, 2014 by Timekeeper1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve227 0 Posted April 14, 2014 Depends mate. I've had breitling 'croc' straps and they aren't great. You can get a good one from our strap guys, Dan M has some good crocs at the mo. Or if you want budget head over to Panatime. Super Avenger bracelets on the other hand are pretty good. Depends which watch mate.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RICH24 0 Posted April 14, 2014 (edited) Y Edited May 10 by RICH24 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TK01 0 Posted April 15, 2014 what sbout buying as new leather strap from AD? any difference from theres and the replica ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myaz 3 Posted April 15, 2014 You would overpay on anything from an AD compared to what you'd pay elsewhere. Wait until you have the watch in hand and decide. Rep straps are not great but many are OK enough for me. If you still want one, you can sometimes pick up a used strap on eBay or elsewhere as suggested above. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheSav 2 Posted April 15, 2014 IMO there is nothing better than to get a strap made for you by one of our many strap makers here. It can totally transform the watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TK01 0 Posted April 15, 2014 ya I would get a strap from the strap makers here but remember for particular watches I have like breitling navitimer and most of my watches Id like to keep them original with the breitling buckles and writing on the strap on the metal parts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kutio 0 Posted April 15, 2014 Unfortunately if you are looking for the gen Brielting printing you really don't have much of a choice but go for the gen. Definitely agree that a custom is better than rep or gen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daywatch 4 Posted April 15, 2014 Hi, imho once You get a good looking comfortable strap You will immediately like it and don´t miss any Breitling printings. The rep-buckle itself You can change it over as long as You buy the fitting size (measure lug size - measure strap size at the buckle end). Other members already had good suggestions. There are nice offerings in the below 50 usd range too, if You want to take a look here http://www.strappedf...watch-band/321/ or at Bradystraps - that easy release system for me is fantastic and sometimes it´s nice to change the looks of the watch going with brown croco, black shark, other colour stitching etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TK01 0 Posted April 15, 2014 Great point Daywatch, thank you will make sure to check those out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TK01 0 Posted April 15, 2014 I can take of the buckles part that says breitling and put it on a custom strap right ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McJules 396 Posted April 15, 2014 it depends on the strap. i've seen some that are worst than plastic and i have some i will never part with. in example, the strap that came with my 372 is now on my 382 and very very comfy! same thing with the extra strap that came with it (382). but the strap that was on it is pure crap!! a member here told me it's like a furry styrofoam i hate it lol! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WPoste 0 Posted April 15, 2014 I purchased two rubber straps for my rep Omega Planet Oceans. I have three genuine rubber straps for my genuine Planet Oceans and found the reps to be excellent. The deployant clasps are very good too but not as good as the genuine. I purchased them from Andrew at Trusty Time. In fact I just ordered two more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Variatio Delectat 0 Posted May 10, 2014 I agree to what has been posted before: Wait until you have the watch in hands and decide then. There are big differences in strap quality, actually e.g. the AP rubber straps are excellent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conex 0 Posted May 10, 2014 If it's any consolation, the strap on one of my gen Tags is rubbish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TK01 0 Posted May 29, 2014 Yea my super Avenger stainless steel bracelet is great ! But I don't wear Stainless at all, so I'll either sell it Or trade someone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites