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Looking at the 24mm BOB calf strap on the bay for $29. Looks like a nicely padded calf strap, but the price seems too good to be true.

Anyone have any experiences to share about BOB straps??

Thanks, I'll give them a try. :plot:

MarkJnk wrote:

Thanks, I'll give them a try. :plot:

Hmmmm, I'll say sorry upfront to all you non-OEM strap users out there, and I have nothing against good quality aftermarket straps on certain watches, BUT I'd personally feel that a non-Breitling strap on that lovely looking Bronze Motors would be a crime against... er..... horology! I always feel that several thousands pounds (or dollars) worth of watch deserves a bit more than a $29 strap.

But maybe that's just me......

I'm a strap snob too - although the only reason that I haven't placed an order with ABP yet is because I may be looking for a couple more straps soon.

I do generally prefer Breitling, but the ABPs are just so unique and so capable of tailoring that I can personally consider them as comparable to Breitling.

MarkJnk wrote:

Thanks, I'll give them a try. :plot:

but on a Bentley...... well, it's gotta OEM croco all the way for me.

Driver8 wrote:

but on a Bentley...... well, it's gotta OEM croco all the way for me.

The bronze Bentley I tried on in Venice had a smooth chocolat (or cognac) Calf strap, not Croco. Were there options?

MarkJnk wrote:

Driver8 wrote:

but on a Bentley...... well, it's gotta OEM croco all the way for me.

The bronze Bentley I tried on in Venice had a smooth chocolat (or cognac) Calf strap, not Croco. Were there options?

You can always change the strap up for whatever you want - just because it's on the calf in the store doesn't mean that you can't change it to a croco or a different colour.

LOL! No apology necessary to me. I prefer that my watches have signed accessories too, but a ling strap is a bitter pill to swallow if it ends up sitting in a drawer. I wear almost all my watches on bracelet, and will likely wear the Bentley on the bracelet too, but wanted to "test drive" a strap before investing BIG BUCKS into the ling strap.

The BOB seems like a great option for a low cost test drive.

Author:	MarkJnk [ Wed Oct 08, 2008 9:03 pm ]
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Looking at the 24mm BOB calf strap on the bay for $29. Looks like a nicely padded calf strap, but the price seems too good to be true. Anyone have any experiences to share about BOB straps??

Author:	Driver8 [ Thu Oct 09, 2008 12:13 am ]
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MarkJnk wrote: Looking at the 24mm BOB calf strap on the bay for $29. Looks like a nicely padded calf strap, but the price seems too good to be true. Anyone have any experiences to share about BOB straps?? I've not owned one but I've heard they're pretty good aftermarket straps. Not Breitling standard, but then they're not Breitling prices!

Author:	Sharkmouth [ Thu Oct 09, 2008 1:28 am ]
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I use them. Excellent quality and value.

Author:	MarkJnk [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 6:32 am ]
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Thanks, I'll give them a try.

Author:	Driver8 [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 6:56 am ]
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MarkJnk wrote: Thanks, I'll give them a try. Hmmmm, I'll say sorry upfront to all you non-OEM strap users out there, and I have nothing against good quality aftermarket straps on certain watches, BUT I'd personally feel that a non-Breitling strap on that lovely looking Bronze Motors would be a crime against... er..... horology! I always feel that several thousands pounds (or dollars) worth of watch deserves a bit more than a $29 strap. But maybe that's just me......

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Author:	Roffensian [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:05 am ]
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Driver8 wrote: MarkJnk wrote: Thanks, I'll give them a try. Hmmmm, I'll say sorry upfront to all you non-OEM strap users out there, and I have nothing against good quality aftermarket straps on certain watches, BUT I'd personally feel that a non-Breitling strap on that lovely looking Bronze Motors would be a crime against... er..... horology! I always feel that several thousands pounds (or dollars) worth of watch deserves a bit more than a $29 strap. But maybe that's just me...... Not just you, I'm a strap snob too - although the only reason that I haven't placed an order with ABP yet is because I may be looking for a couple more straps soon. I do generally prefer Breitling, but the ABPs are just so unique and so capable of tailoring that I can personally consider them as comparable to Breitling.

Author:	Driver8 [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:10 am ]
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Roffensian wrote: I'm a strap snob too - although the only reason that I haven't placed an order with ABP yet is because I may be looking for a couple more straps soon. I do generally prefer Breitling, but the ABPs are just so unique and so capable of tailoring that I can personally consider them as comparable to Breitling. Oh yeah I agree about the likes of ABP. They use very unique skins and they are all custom made, and I agree on certain watches they can look amazing (the Blacksteel for example), but on a Bentley...... well, it's gotta OEM croco all the way for me.

Author:	MarkJnk [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:26 am ]
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Driver8 wrote: MarkJnk wrote: Thanks, I'll give them a try. Hmmmm, I'll say sorry upfront to all you non-OEM strap users out there, and I have nothing against good quality aftermarket straps on certain watches, BUT I'd personally feel that a non-Breitling strap on that lovely looking Bronze Motors would be a crime against... er..... horology! I always feel that several thousands pounds (or dollars) worth of watch deserves a bit more than a $29 strap. But maybe that's just me...... LOL! No apology necessary to me. I prefer that my watches have signed accessories too, but a ling strap is a bitter pill to swallow if it ends up sitting in a drawer. I wear almost all my watches on bracelet, and will likely wear the Bentley on the bracelet too, but wanted to "test drive" a strap before investing BIG BUCKS into the ling strap. The BOB seems like a great option for a low cost test drive.

Author:	MarkJnk [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:31 am ]
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Driver8 wrote: but on a Bentley...... well, it's gotta OEM croco all the way for me. The bronze Bentley I tried on in Venice had a smooth chocolat (or cognac) Calf strap, not Croco. Were there options?

Author:	ianmedium [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:36 am ]
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LOL! No apology necessary to me. I prefer that my watches have signed accessories too, but a ling strap is a bitter pill to swallow if it ends up sitting in a drawer. I wear almost all my watches on bracelet, and will likely wear the Bentley on the bracelet too, but wanted to "test drive" a strap before investing BIG BUCKS into the ling strap. The BOB seems like a great option for a low cost test drive.[/quote] I must admit that does make a great deal of sense, wear it for a while, if you really like the look then the investment in the genuine strap makes a great deal of sense as it would be in more keeping with the watch! This does bring up the vulgar subject of worth the money though! Is a crocodile strap really worth upwards of $500, they must have fed that croc caviar! I wonder what the actual cost of one is to manufacture? Having said all of that I know when it comes time to get a leather strap for my cockpit I will bite the bullet and go original calf as I feel it does keep the integrity of the piece, that and I love the finish on those, even at $160 a pop!

Author:	Roffensian [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:38 am ]
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MarkJnk wrote: Driver8 wrote: but on a Bentley...... well, it's gotta OEM croco all the way for me. The bronze Bentley I tried on in Venice had a smooth chocolat (or cognac) Calf strap, not Croco. Were there options? You can always change the strap up for whatever you want - just because it's on the calf in the store doesn't mean that you can't change it to a croco or a different colour.

Author:	MarkJnk [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:52 am ]
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Roffensian wrote: MarkJnk wrote: Driver8 wrote: but on a Bentley...... well, it's gotta OEM croco all the way for me. The bronze Bentley I tried on in Venice had a smooth chocolat (or cognac) Calf strap, not Croco. Were there options? You can always change the strap up for whatever you want - just because it's on the calf in the store doesn't mean that you can't change it to a croco or a different colour. I understand that, it just sounded like you were saying all Bentleys were on croco. Thanks for all the opinions and help guys!

Author:	In2Deep [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:57 am ]
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Where are the links people?

Author:	MarkJnk [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 8:01 am ]
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http://www.waccex.de/catalog/index.php?language=en

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Author:	Driver8 [ Fri Oct 10, 2008 10:06 am ]
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MarkJnk wrote: LOL! No apology necessary to me. I prefer that my watches have signed accessories too, but a ling strap is a bitter pill to swallow if it ends up sitting in a drawer. I wear almost all my watches on bracelet, and will likely wear the Bentley on the bracelet too, but wanted to "test drive" a strap before investing BIG BUCKS into the ling strap. The BOB seems like a great option for a low cost test drive. I guess that's a good point if you don't plan to keep your Bentley on the strap all the time. For me I tend to decide on the look I want from the outset and then that's it : I don't change straps and bracelets very often, so if I decide to get a strap it's because I want I keep it on my watch. I definitely agree that a £300 strap in the drawer is a waste of money........ and a waste of a perfectly good crocodile!