_DC_ 218 Posted June 14, 2014 New strap arrived this morning... (along with some new dice Don't know how I missed this... musta been during all the hullabaloo of the gold Daytonas being released. Where did you get that strap?! It's amazing with that watch! Fucking gorgeous. On that note - does anyone have a go-to for great leather straps for the vintage Daytonas? At a 19mm lug width, its hard to find good ones without trying to squeeze on a 20mm. IMO, that 1mm less in the thickness of the strap makes the case stand out that much more - when I squeezed a 20mm on my 6265 it seemed to dwarf the case a little. I don't know, maybe its just me. But lemme know if you vinTona owners have a go-to 19mm leather strap dealer. Thx! Erm, I spend a lot of time on B&S and they've been out of stock of 19mm straps for months?!? Is this a 20mm? If so, I need to buy one ASAP! I've never liked the idea of squeezing a 20mm onto my Daytona but this looks fine! Opinions? DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chiruku 25 Posted June 14, 2014 Erm, I spend a lot of time on B&S and they've been out of stock of 19mm straps for months?!? Is this a 20mm? If so, I need to buy one ASAP! I've never liked the idea of squeezing a 20mm onto my Daytona but this looks fine! Opinions? DC I took a gamble on an 18mm - when it arrived I was actually surprised that there was not that much in it - have just wound some black thread in the gaps which has done the job well enough (for me anyway). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted June 14, 2014 Erm, I spend a lot of time on B&S and they've been out of stock of 19mm straps for months?!? Is this a 20mm? If so, I need to buy one ASAP! I've never liked the idea of squeezing a 20mm onto my Daytona but this looks fine! Opinions? DC I took a gamble on an 18mm - when it arrived I was actually surprised that there was not that much in it - have just wound some black thread in the gaps which has done the job well enough (for me anyway). Ah, clever stuff, I'll be checking out their 18mm selection this evening then, I'd imagine it's limited thought?! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chiruku 25 Posted June 14, 2014 Ah, clever stuff, I'll be checking out their 18mm selection this evening then, I'd imagine it's limited thought?! DC Incoming! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pseudonym 0 Posted June 14, 2014 Wait wait wait DC. Simply contact Bernhard & enquire about availability. Like you I waited ages on the 20mm rugged leather... Contacted B&S with a "when will these be available again". Bernhard went ahead and made 2 as a result. 3 days after order, it's on my 1680. Have faith in B&S. Cracking service!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conex 0 Posted June 14, 2014 New strap arrived this morning... (along with some new dice Don't know how I missed this... musta been during all the hullabaloo of the gold Daytonas being released. Where did you get that strap?! It's amazing with that watch! Fucking gorgeous. On that note - does anyone have a go-to for great leather straps for the vintage Daytonas? At a 19mm lug width, its hard to find good ones without trying to squeeze on a 20mm. IMO, that 1mm less in the thickness of the strap makes the case stand out that much more - when I squeezed a 20mm on my 6265 it seemed to dwarf the case a little. I don't know, maybe its just me. But lemme know if you vinTona owners have a go-to 19mm leather strap dealer. Thx! Erm, I spend a lot of time on B&S and they've been out of stock of 19mm straps for months?!? Is this a 20mm? If so, I need to buy one ASAP! I've never liked the idea of squeezing a 20mm onto my Daytona but this looks fine! Opinions? DC My leather straps are 20mm mate on my Daytonas. I just very carefully shaved a bit each side. L-R Modded GW 1665 MBW, 1680 MBW ,1665,1680 Very nice my friend. Thank you for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hsmooth 0 Posted June 14, 2014 http://bulangandsons.com Our Mecca for vintage straps. Rock out with your cock out Anyone have experience with order from them and getting shipped to conus? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pseudonym 0 Posted June 14, 2014 I ordered without incident & paid via PP. I'm sure CONUS will be fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hakaman 0 Posted June 14, 2014 Yes exactly. This is why I love the 5517. I was reading up about them and I love the stories of how they were often thrown back together with 3rd party parts or hands from Omegas so they could get back out in the field. I think the bezel really makes them stand out as well and you gotta love that big "T". Pictures when your Gunny arrives on this thread please. That would be great. Sure thing. Will post piccies asap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hakaman 0 Posted June 14, 2014 New strap arrived this morning... (along with some new dice Don't know how I missed this... musta been during all the hullabaloo of the gold Daytonas being released. Where did you get that strap?! It's amazing with that watch! Fucking gorgeous. On that note - does anyone have a go-to for great leather straps for the vintage Daytonas? At a 19mm lug width, its hard to find good ones without trying to squeeze on a 20mm. IMO, that 1mm less in the thickness of the strap makes the case stand out that much more - when I squeezed a 20mm on my 6265 it seemed to dwarf the case a little. I don't know, maybe its just me. But lemme know if you vinTona owners have a go-to 19mm leather strap dealer. Thx! Erm, I spend a lot of time on B&S and they've been out of stock of 19mm straps for months?!? Is this a 20mm? If so, I need to buy one ASAP! I've never liked the idea of squeezing a 20mm onto my Daytona but this looks fine! Opinions? DC Why not get someone like Gunny to make you up a 19mm strap... Choose material and colour and good to go... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hakaman 0 Posted June 14, 2014 http://bulangandsons.com Our Mecca for vintage straps. Rock out with your cock out Awesome products and great sales comms from Bernhard. It's a financial recipe for disaster. Beautiful stuff and the quality looks great but the pricing of the straps I saw at a glance seems on the high side... I have yet to see my Gunny NATO in the flesh but US$75 incl shipping for custom made beats €90 any day... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fetasigma 0 Posted June 14, 2014 New strap arrived this morning... (along with some new dice Don't know how I missed this... musta been during all the hullabaloo of the gold Daytonas being released. Where did you get that strap?! It's amazing with that watch! Fucking gorgeous. On that note - does anyone have a go-to for great leather straps for the vintage Daytonas? At a 19mm lug width, its hard to find good ones without trying to squeeze on a 20mm. IMO, that 1mm less in the thickness of the strap makes the case stand out that much more - when I squeezed a 20mm on my 6265 it seemed to dwarf the case a little. I don't know, maybe its just me. But lemme know if you vinTona owners have a go-to 19mm leather strap dealer. Thx! Erm, I spend a lot of time on B&S and they've been out of stock of 19mm straps for months?!? Is this a 20mm? If so, I need to buy one ASAP! I've never liked the idea of squeezing a 20mm onto my Daytona but this looks fine! Opinions? DC Why not get someone like Gunny to make you up a 19mm strap... Choose material and colour and good to go... I agree, I have several strap makers that I have make straps that are realativly inexpensive, very nice and custom made to my specifications..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NMA 0 Posted June 14, 2014 my speedking ...hold it for a while Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted June 14, 2014 http://bulangandsons.com Our Mecca for vintage straps. Rock out with your cock out Awesome products and great sales comms from Bernhard. It's a financial recipe for disaster. Beautiful stuff and the quality looks great but the pricing of the straps I saw at a glance seems on the high side... I have yet to see my Gunny NATO in the flesh but US$75 incl shipping for custom made beats €90 any day... I've had a $75 strap made by someone here and I have a Bulang & Sons vintage leather strap which was €99 and I can tell you they are like night and day! B&S quality and comfort is absolutely top notch and worth every penny in my opinion! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted June 14, 2014 Daytonas. I love 'em. Love the 6262, pump pusher goodness DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conex 0 Posted June 14, 2014 Daytonas. I love 'em. Like your style. Thank you for sharing my friend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hakaman 0 Posted June 14, 2014 http://bulangandsons.com Our Mecca for vintage straps. Rock out with your cock out Awesome products and great sales comms from Bernhard. It's a financial recipe for disaster. Beautiful stuff and the quality looks great but the pricing of the straps I saw at a glance seems on the high side... I have yet to see my Gunny NATO in the flesh but US$75 incl shipping for custom made beats €90 any day... I've had a $75 strap made by someone here and I have a Bulang & Sons vintage leather strap which was €99 and I can tell you they are like night and day! B&S quality and comfort is absolutely top notch and worth every penny in my opinion! DC Fair enough. I suppose it really does depend on the strap and the person wearing it. I am sure it could go either way. Sounds like B&S do top notch work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeLaForce 2 Posted June 15, 2014 Daytonas. I love 'em. That's a serious spread ... Awesome Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conex 0 Posted June 15, 2014 Two more acquisitions this morning. And now, for me, my Vin'Tona family is complete. Finally. The Family Vin'Tona Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted June 15, 2014 6239's gotta be the overall winner. Beautiful timepiece! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fetasigma 0 Posted June 15, 2014 Two more acquisitions this morning. And now, for me, my Vin'Tona family is complete. Finally. The Family Vin'Tona Where is the red Paul newmans? Two more acquisitions this morning. And now, for me, my Vin'Tona family is complete. Finally. The Family Vin'Tona Where are the red Paul newmans? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conex 0 Posted June 15, 2014 Not a fan of the red Paul Newman's mate to be honest, and more to the point, he never wore a red dialed exotic dial Daytona. That was just marketing by Rolex (just like the Steve McQueen Explorer II of which there is no evidence he ever wore). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fetasigma 0 Posted June 15, 2014 Not a fan of the red Paul Newman's mate to be honest, and more to the point, he never wore a red dialed exotic dial Daytona. That was just marketing by Rolex (just like the Steve McQueen Explorer II of which there is no evidence he ever wore). gotcha...just had to ask Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conex 0 Posted June 15, 2014 Not a fan of the red Paul Newman's mate to be honest, and more to the point, he never wore a red dialed exotic dial Daytona. That was just marketing by Rolex (just like the Steve McQueen Explorer II of which there is no evidence he ever wore). gotcha...just had to ask Of course mate, and to the normal (non obsessive) person, a red dial PN would be a natural addition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
