“I've always wanted to try one of these and Marc had them for a pretty good price. I like it on my lighter watches but, for the larger, heavier pieces, I don't think that it would be that great. That being said, it's super comfortable.”
“Firstly i'd like to express I've always liked the utilitarian design nature of NATO bands especially after having spring bars break on me resulting in dropped watches... but in use im not a fan of NATO bands stylings, they generally just look and feel cheap to me... bulky feeling with the folded and tucked tail end.
These bands on the other hand are absolutely amazing.
vary comfortable, light weight and flexible nylon band material, strong/durable feeling band, overall clean and sleek design, easily adjustable and once fitted stays in place without issue.
My only complaints is theres not enough color options and variations available... like different hardware finishes and band colors... id like to see a green band with orange stripe, black with a islander blue stripe (and vice versa), Red with a white stripe (Oh Canada) also a wine/burgundy color with a white or khaki/cream stripe might be nice too , Blue with a red stripe, what about good ol' blue, red and white...
some different stripe patterns would be especially cool like a double stripe down the center, or stripes along the edges, 3 stripes with 1 down the center and ones along the edges etc etc these bands are so much better then NATOs... they simply lack the variety of options thats available in NATOs.
and my only other criticism would be that the hardware is thin in appearance... not an issue structurally im sure, just kinda dainty looking especially depending on the watch your pairing it with... but that said, its no worse then that of many NATOs which typically also have thin hardware components imo despite there rugged utilitarian style/usage... but its just a small aesthetics issue and to most its likely not an issue at all, eespecially if your use to NATOs... but I know theres also more heavy duty versions of NATO bands and I'd love to see a heavy duty, beefed up version of these bands by using a bit thicker and more rugged looking hardware... i'll for sure be buying more regardless because these bands are simply so comfy, affordable and arguably most important they're great looking!
I'd highly recommend these to anyone thats tried and wanted to love NATO bands but just couldnt... anyone looking for a light weight and comfortable, versatile, breathable strap.”
“These parachute type natos make the awkward 21mm lug width on the flight master / might be the only option for my SNA411, but it’s the best option! Fast shipping, never any complaints s always, Mark!”
“I LOVE this strap. I was always curious about other brands that are out there, but their high cost just didn't make them seem like a good value at all. I got one of these when I was ordering my replacement sapphire for my SKX, and I LOVE it! I really hope we see more of these with different designs, these could replace my love for NATOs!
The only thing to keep in mind, is you have to remove your spring bars to install these or take them off. This isn't a problem as you can do it with your fingernails when the time comes, but just something I wasn't expecting. It wouldn't stop me from buying more, as I know I will be buying more!”
