This strap is very rugged, yet stretchy; similar to a Marine Nationale strap, but with the convenience of a deployant buckle! I went with granite (black) since I paired this strap with a Citizen Promaster Aqualand, which has a black dial, and it looks great! I’m looking forward to taking the strap diving with me next month and expect the strap to compress under pressure as I drop down into the depths due to its elasticity.