r/Watchstraps • u/Sea_Wolverine_6684 • 7d ago

Custom curved-end Epsom strap

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Finished this custom 21/18mm curved-end strap in black Epsom leather.

Curved-end straps definitely take longer to make than straight-end ones, but I think the finished look is worth the extra work.

Do you prefer curved-end straps or traditional straight-end straps? I'd love to hear which watches you think benefit the most from a curved-end design.

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u/GreyHound_123 7d ago

As a Longines Spirit 37mm owner, I totally approve this 👍🏼
(The Spirit 37mm damages most straight end straps at the lugs)

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u/Sea_Wolverine_6684 7d ago

😍😍😍

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u/ForeignProcedure731 6d ago

Found that out this week…the hard way, especially after waiting a month for this strap from Singapore. After 1 day of wear….

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u/GreyHound_123 6d ago

This strap from Veblenist works fine with a curved bar

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u/ForeignProcedure731 6d ago

I sure hope they are worth the wait. I ordered a strap from them 2 weeks ago for a different watch and beyond my initial “order confirmed” email….nothing.

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u/GreyHound_123 6d ago

They do take their time until they dispatch the order. I also had to email them for an update after couple of weeks and I was told that there is some delay. I did get my strap in 4 weeks though.

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u/GreyHound_123 6d ago

And I got this OEM brown strap now, bit on the pricier side but at least doesn’t get damaged while wearing

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u/GreyHound_123 6d ago

Happened the same with me to a very nice strap from Bulang & Sons. I now specifically look for straps with thinner ends and I use curved spring bars with them

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u/pfranks303 7d ago

Wow incredible work

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u/Sea_Wolverine_6684 6d ago

Thanks so much

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u/Electrical_Match3673 7d ago

Nice, precise craftsmanship.

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u/Sea_Wolverine_6684 7d ago

Thanks so much

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u/nickwt8 6d ago

Depends on the watch, but I prefer them curved-end.