DIY Sandblasted Bracelet

I recently bought a Sinn EZM 9 watch and it came on the leather strap. I much prefer bracelets but can’t see ponying up what Sinn wants for a tegimented titanium bracelet. So, I bought a decent titanium bracelet and then spent $25 at Harbor Freight for a bead blasting gun. It will never get as dark as the watch case but the blasted finish is much closer than the brushed finish it came with. Other than not having fitted end links, I actually like this bracelet better than the Sinn…

DIY Sandblasted Bracelet

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Introducing: The Chrono-Grip Hook Strap – by Nick Mankey

Many of you will know, or use, Nick’s wonderful Hook Straps.

Now he has come up with another unique strap, apparently improving on that one: the Chrono-Grip Hook Strap

The all-purpose, minimalist, universal, titanium & elastic watch band system. Made in the USA!

This video introduces that new design, and I’m intrigued

It’s still in the…

Introducing: The Chrono-Grip Hook Strap – by Nick Mankey

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Any viable alternatives to the Artem hydroflex?

I really wanted to try the hydroflex after all the great things I’ve heard about it, but unfortunately, they dont make it in a size for someone like myself, with 8¼” wrists. Kinda surprising, considering that they’re supposed to be one of the industry leaders.

Does anybody know of a similar product from any other brand(s) which might make the strap in a larger size?

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Dassari Fitted FKM for the Tudor BB58 – First Impression

Though I’ve always liked the look of the fitted/curved rubber straps on these watches, the prices on most didn’t seem worth the try for someone who changes straps often like me. I also really appreciate the aesthetic & comfort of my Joseph Bonnie Tropic strap so I didn’t really think I needed another rubber strap in the rotation. I recently saw where Uncle Straps had released a new fitted FKM for the BB58 and when I saw the price, it definitely seemed worth a try. While looking around I…

Dassari Fitted FKM for the Tudor BB58 – First Impression

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