Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 I'd like to ask the style gurus out there on RWG about strap choices.... ....I've just got my granddads Eterna retirement watch back from the watchsmith (fixed the broken winder with gen Eterna parts) and the next step is to put a new strap on it. It's 18mm width between the lugs and I'd like to go for something off the shelf (Panatime probably as I can't afford a handmade one at the moment.....) and something in between being traditional and in keeping with the watch and something a bit more modern. Choices I've considered so far are: http://www.panatime.com/18riforpabln1.html http://www.panatime.com/18riforpabun.html http://www.panatime.com/nehlibrlinaw3.html Here are a few photos of the watch: Any suggestions???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dalboy 2 Posted July 22, 2014 Gotta make it more difficult than that Bill. out of your 3 options no 1 .. .. Simple and stylish watch deserves simple and stylish strap.. . personally i'd go Black Croc. ! http://www.leatherwatchstrap.co.uk/proddetail.php?prod=Croc612 Dal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amit 72 Posted July 22, 2014 Hirsch black lizard strap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 22, 2014 Simple, uniformly patterned black 'gator. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 Thanks guys, but unfortunately I don't like Croc or lizard, so those are out.... ......NATO just wouldn't go. But looks like black and gold should be a good combination! What about black with white stitches? Too modern? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 22, 2014 No contrasting stiches, mate. Just....no... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 Simple, uniformly patterned black 'gator. Now we're talking, like this suggestion.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 No contrasting stiches, mate. Just....no... Really? I really like contrasting stitches, but I think that you are right... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 22, 2014 No contrasting stiches, mate. Just....no... Really? I really like contrasting stitches, but I think that you are right... I am...trust me...;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 22, 2014 Simple, classy, understated. That's how this would work....none without the other.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 I'm convinced about forgetting the stitching, but black and gold? Would a brown or burgundy work better? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Left Coast Guy 24 Posted July 22, 2014 Ostrich prints actually look pretty good with the smaller vintage watches Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 How's about this: http://www.panatime.com/18hilblgecaw.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 I'm lovin' the colour but it's got spots on it!! No one has suggested rubber yet....? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Libertatia 0 Posted July 22, 2014 (edited) Get this one. Darlena is a good brand. It has no grain, smooth and flat, and no stitches. Best of all, its slightly glazed, making it look that bit more classy, dressy, and flashy. http://www.ebay.co.u...984.m1423.l2649 Edit plus its thin (2.5mm), perfect for a smaller watch. Edited July 22, 2014 by Libertatia Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 Get this one. Darlena is a good brand. It has no grain, smooth and flat, and no stitches. Best of all, its slightly glazed, making it look that bit more classy, dressy, and flashy. http://www.ebay.co.u...984.m1423.l2649 Edit plus its thin (2.5mm), perfect for a smaller watch. Good point about the thickness as that was something I was thinking about and whether a more modern (thicker...) strap might look wrong.... .... the watch is tiny, especially next to my 45mm PO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Left Coast Guy 24 Posted July 22, 2014 Spots = character Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 22, 2014 Spots = character I said that to girls when I was 15, it didn't work then.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 22, 2014 Spots = character ...which is exactly what you do not want on a dresswatch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Stubbs 0 Posted July 22, 2014 Hornet, your grandad's Eterna is a beautiful watch. Glad you're taking care of it. My suggestion is a fine lizard like the Hirsch brown Teju. It's less austere. Would need a silver buckle though. http://www.panatime....hrotangete.html If there's one thing RWG has taught me, it's that you can ALWAYS swap straps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 23, 2014 Hornet, your grandad's Eterna is a beautiful watch. Glad you're taking care of it. My suggestion is a fine lizard like the Hirsch brown Teju. It's less austere. Would need a silver buckle though. http://www.panatime....hrotangete.html If there's one thing RWG has taught me, it's that you can ALWAYS swap straps. Good point Mr stubbs I could always change the strap if it doesn't look right.... ....I'm looking after this watch as my grandad passed on before I was born, so it's a bit of a connection to him for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted July 23, 2014 Thanks for everyone's suggestions, most helpful! I'll post some pictures when I've got a new strap.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Stubbs 0 Posted July 23, 2014 Thanks for everyone's suggestions, most helpful! I'll post some pictures when I've got a new strap.... You know how we hate pictures... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites