Attention all members: Free raffle here! [WINNER CHOSEN]

hooligan · 01-31-2010, 09:33 AM

OK, everyone.

I want to do a little something special as a "Welcome Back" gesture, now that RWI is back online.

As such, I am including my favorite strap maker, who got his start right here on RWI - Savage Straps.

So, please post up your favorite strap here, for any watch and from any maker, and a description of why it is your favorite. Pics are a big plus! We all love our pretty pictures, right?

The winner will be picked at my discretion. It may be for the best pic, it may be for the best description of "why" it's your favorite, it might even be completely arbitrary. It's my raffle, I get to make the rules.

Once the winner is announced, simply go to www.savagestraps.com and pick your favorite - keep in mind that Savage is a 100% custom strap maker, so you can pick ANY SIZE/WIDTH/STITCH/HIDE/WHATEVER that you want. Keep in mind he doesn't like to do tapered straps, however.

You place your order through Scot (being sure to let him know you're the raffle winner), he contacts me after your order is placed, and I pay. It's just that simple.

I'll even give you an example:

My favorite strap is Scot's SAV in natural tan strap. I love the coloration and the quality of the hide. It's thick and substantial, without being overly stiff. It develops a wonderful patina as you wear it. Not to mention the wonderful smell of the hide! It is my favorite strap, without question and the one I wore the most on my gen PAM114 and 002.

Pics:

Please keep in mind this does NOT have to be a strap for a Panerai watch, even though that is what Scot is most well known for.

Alright, everybody, welcome back and let's see those posts!

Also, a little birdie told me that another free raffle - this one for a watch - is soon to be appearing here on RWI, so keep your eyes peeled!!!!

tommy_boy · 01-31-2010, 10:05 AM

When the Slytech arrived, the rep strap was immediately removed. I put a nice, dressy strap from DON on it, but the result lacked testosterone or something.

The 317 is 6mm thick yet very, very soft. Add the hard chromed sub buckle from 8A, and the result is surprisingly comfortable and compliments the 202, IMO.

I only have two PAMs, but I'm starting to get the strap thing. The softness of these straps is amazing! I will buy more, I'm sure.

midasmook · 01-31-2010, 10:12 AM

I have so many straps from makers such as Tootall,Panatime,Greg Stevens,Gunny,JSwing,Toshi,Kain Heritage,Steinhart, Wotancraft,Heroic 18,Giovani E Figlio but not yet from Savage.
It is hard to pick a favourite but I love this Vintage strap from Donerix at Hamilton leather.
It is so soft and has an amazing brass buckle on it.

Lex2009 · 01-31-2010, 10:15 AM

My favorite strap ist the manifattura firenze 1942, because its such an incredible working and the strap becomes older in a very special an nice way ...

And her it is

(pic ist from the MF-Page)

regards lex2004

watchbuff · 01-31-2010, 10:26 AM

Not really a mainstream strap. CBR mad ea custom strap for me that is match made in heaven for my PAM 111H

By watchbuff at 2009-12-19

Mr. Pap · 01-31-2010, 10:43 AM

Yupi a new raffle!!!Since i ordered a pam 111 i dont like the strap it came with at all...After a little searching i came on to this,i think it is very beatiful...I like that worn effect very much.

What do you think??? Good look to everyone but i am gonig to bribe hooligan so you have no chance...lol...
I love this forum...

arty909 · 01-31-2010, 10:55 AM

I spotted this beauty on a Gen forum last year, and contacted the owner of the photo to find out where the strap came from. It is a 'Ted Su' and made from a swiss ammo bag. Like Savage custom straps, each strap is one of a kind and this one even has authentic swiss markings, sometimes even the original issue date of the bag. (borrowed photo)

If I win, I will request that Scot put together a strap that resembles this, it's my grail strap! Good luck to all!

Pix · 01-31-2010, 11:07 AM

Not too difficult regarding my PAM : I have only one strap

I have tried several types and they were always either too thin or too thick. I've been envying all those vintage straps in the wristshots threads, but they were just silly on my tiny wrist.

Red12 made me a strap to measure, and that changed my life : suddendly I became beautiful, women stared at me, I had white teeth without having to use hydrogen peroxyd, and my boss increased my wages overnight !! I even wonder if I did not grow a few centimeters... in the length :cool2:

More seriously, that's my favorite strap, as it is exactly what I dreamt for my modded 111 : I chose everything, a vintage leather with substance, amount of holes, colour of the stitching and of the side, length, and quite rare, I could get it tappered 24/22 but also in the thickness (6 to 3 mm). As a result, the PAM does not look huge on me.

tommy_boy · 01-31-2010, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pix

Red12 made me a strap to measure, and that changed my life : suddenly I became beautiful, women stared at me, I had white teeth without having to use hydrogen peroxyd, and my boss increased my wages overnight !! I even wonder if I did not grow a few centimeters... in the length :cool2:

JellyJoe · 01-31-2010, 12:24 PM

These straps have nothing to do with aesthetics. They are pure emotion.

JellyJoe

01-31-2010, 09:33 AM	#1
hooligan Admin About Town Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In my own little world Posts: 8,284	Attention all members: Free raffle here! [WINNER CHOSEN] OK, everyone. I want to do a little something special as a "Welcome Back" gesture, now that RWI is back online. As such, I am including my favorite strap maker, who got his start right here on RWI - Savage Straps. So, please post up your favorite strap here, for any watch and from any maker, and a description of why it is your favorite. Pics are a big plus! We all love our pretty pictures, right? The winner will be picked at my discretion. It may be for the best pic, it may be for the best description of "why" it's your favorite, it might even be completely arbitrary. It's my raffle, I get to make the rules. Once the winner is announced, simply go to www.savagestraps.com and pick your favorite - keep in mind that Savage is a 100% custom strap maker, so you can pick ANY SIZE/WIDTH/STITCH/HIDE/WHATEVER that you want. Keep in mind he doesn't like to do tapered straps, however. You place your order through Scot (being sure to let him know you're the raffle winner), he contacts me after your order is placed, and I pay. It's just that simple. I'll even give you an example: My favorite strap is Scot's SAV in natural tan strap. I love the coloration and the quality of the hide. It's thick and substantial, without being overly stiff. It develops a wonderful patina as you wear it. Not to mention the wonderful smell of the hide! It is my favorite strap, without question and the one I wore the most on my gen PAM114 and 002. Pics: Please keep in mind this does NOT have to be a strap for a Panerai watch, even though that is what Scot is most well known for. Alright, everybody, welcome back and let's see those posts! Also, a little birdie told me that another free raffle - this one for a watch - is soon to be appearing here on RWI, so keep your eyes peeled!!!!

01-31-2010, 10:05 AM	#2
tommy_boy Athletic Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Off-piste Posts: 4,333	Gunny 317 When the Slytech arrived, the rep strap was immediately removed. I put a nice, dressy strap from DON on it, but the result lacked testosterone or something. The 317 is 6mm thick yet very, very soft. Add the hard chromed sub buckle from 8A, and the result is surprisingly comfortable and compliments the 202, IMO. I only have two PAMs, but I'm starting to get the strap thing. The softness of these straps is amazing! I will buy more, I'm sure. __________________ "First you have to think what this hobby means to you. Is it all about deceiving people, being anal about small details... or is it just general "watch love"? I can honestly pick up the latter. Nobody has ever asked if my watches are genuine or not... even Rolexes." By-Tor

01-31-2010, 10:12 AM	#3
midasmook Dark Overlord Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Scotland Posts: 1,105 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 1	I have so many straps from makers such as Tootall,Panatime,Greg Stevens,Gunny,JSwing,Toshi,Kain Heritage,Steinhart, Wotancraft,Heroic 18,Giovani E Figlio but not yet from Savage. It is hard to pick a favourite but I love this Vintage strap from Donerix at Hamilton leather. It is so soft and has an amazing brass buckle on it. __________________

01-31-2010, 10:15 AM	#4
Lex2009 VIP MEMBER / SUPPORTER! Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: right behind you ... Posts: 263	My favorite strap ist the manifattura firenze 1942, because its such an incredible working and the strap becomes older in a very special an nice way ... And her it is (pic ist from the MF-Page) regards lex2004 __________________ Best wishes

01-31-2010, 10:26 AM	#5
watchbuff Chief Pilot of the Darkside Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: In Repgeeks Matrix. Posts: 2,791	Not really a mainstream strap. CBR mad ea custom strap for me that is match made in heaven for my PAM 111H By watchbuff at 2009-12-19 By watchbuff at 2009-12-19 __________________ The best revenge is living well. By watchbuff Gen: Bell and Ross 03-88 Aviation Type Breitling B-2 Lum Tec Combat B-1 Lum Tec M-15 Lum Tec Lumzilla Movado Stainless Tissot T- Touch titanium Stowa Pro Diver Luminox 3053 custom by Flav Casio ProTrek titanium Casio G-Shock - Hydro Conversion Seiko Orange Monster Seiko Black Monster (Custom Lume Bezel) Hamilton Khaki Aviation 7750 Classic Swatch GK104 Rep: DSN PAM 111H Ultimate Jimmy Fu case Palp crown Had/Sold/Traded Gen Bell and Ross 01-92 (For a Breitling Emergency) Gen Breitling Emergency (Sold outright) Too many rep Submariners, and Noobmariners to count (Sold, destroyed, modded and parted) MBW GMT II with Coke bezel, gen box tags and gen Pepsi bezel spare. (sold) Rep Pam 005 (Sold) Rep Omega Seamaster Professional ala Fakey (Sold) Rep Omega Broad Arrow White (sold- and missing it)

01-31-2010, 10:43 AM	#6
Mr. Pap Frankening..! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Greece!!! Posts: 1,596 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 1	Yupi a new raffle!!!Since i ordered a pam 111 i dont like the strap it came with at all...After a little searching i came on to this,i think it is very beatiful...I like that worn effect very much. What do you think??? Good look to everyone but i am gonig to bribe hooligan so you have no chance...lol... I love this forum... Last edited by Mr. Pap; 01-31-2010 at 10:46 AM.

01-31-2010, 10:55 AM	#7
arty909 Feel the Power of the Darkside Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Orlando, Florida USA Posts: 263	I spotted this beauty on a Gen forum last year, and contacted the owner of the photo to find out where the strap came from. It is a 'Ted Su' and made from a swiss ammo bag. Like Savage custom straps, each strap is one of a kind and this one even has authentic swiss markings, sometimes even the original issue date of the bag. (borrowed photo) If I win, I will request that Scot put together a strap that resembles this, it's my grail strap! Good luck to all! __________________ You see what you get. If it tick, we have it.

01-31-2010, 11:07 AM	#8
Pix Tar and feathers ! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: E.U. Posts: 7,056 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 5	With Red12, you will be stronger ;) Not too difficult regarding my PAM : I have only one strap I have tried several types and they were always either too thin or too thick. I've been envying all those vintage straps in the wristshots threads, but they were just silly on my tiny wrist. Red12 made me a strap to measure, and that changed my life : suddendly I became beautiful, women stared at me, I had white teeth without having to use hydrogen peroxyd, and my boss increased my wages overnight !! I even wonder if I did not grow a few centimeters... in the length :cool2: More seriously, that's my favorite strap, as it is exactly what I dreamt for my modded 111 : I chose everything, a vintage leather with substance, amount of holes, colour of the stitching and of the side, length, and quite rare, I could get it tappered 24/22 but also in the thickness (6 to 3 mm). As a result, the PAM does not look huge on me. __________________ >My current collection and watch reviews < > Le French Corner on RWI < > Latest pictorial : HBB Tourbillon Please do not PM questions which you can post on the boards, I won't answer them : besides a question that is asked on the boards and finds an answer will be profitable for all the members. Thank you.

01-31-2010, 12:24 PM	#10
JellyJoe YE OL' CAP'N Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: EU, under a mushroom Posts: 2,063 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 1	These straps have nothing to do with aesthetics. They are pure emotion. JellyJoe __________________ The fugitive chicken still struts on... Last edited by JellyJoe; 01-31-2010 at 12:27 PM.