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advocatia 20 October 2013 01:56 PM

for the strapaholics....
 
Question. I'm looking for a non-oem gator strap(s) in black and brown for my 422. Non-glossy, padded, with sewn in pre-v buckle. I would like to spend no more than 200 per strap. Can you suggest two or three makers with whom you have had good results/experience? Thanks.

Cru Jones 20 October 2013 05:03 PM

Micah makes awesome gators and worth the cash. Note that they aren't fully "dress" gators, if that matters.

Buy a couple and with the discount you will get closer to your budget goal....

Gottahaverolex 20 October 2013 10:24 PM

+1 for Micah

Urosfan 20 October 2013 11:39 PM

Micah rocks

advocatia 20 October 2013 11:55 PM

I have about six from Micah and I agree they are awesome. This time however I am looking for a dressy gator strap which his really are not.

Cru Jones 21 October 2013 03:17 AM

For dressy gator, nothing beats OEM, IMO. Well, maybe ABP or Dangerous 9, but they cost the same if not more.

For the posted budget, Ted Su is an option for dressy gator, but, the gator strap quality isn't great. IMHO, better to go OEM (or the two mentioned above if you want something a little more "special" (like the ABP tanning straps)).

advocatia 21 October 2013 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones (Post 4483521)
For dressy gator, nothing beats OEM, IMO. Well, maybe ABP or Dangerous 9, but they cost the same if not more.

For the posted budget, Ted Su is an option for dressy gator, but, the gator strap quality isn't great. IMHO, better to go OEM (or the two mentioned above if you want something a little more "special" (like the ABP tanning straps)).

Thank you!:cheers:

nishant 21 October 2013 02:40 PM

Simona IMHO. Get the T Rex and you wont need anyth else .. I have at least five gators from Simona. None of em disappoint.

Cru Jones 21 October 2013 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nishant (Post 4484469)
Simona IMHO. Get the T Rex and you wont need anyth else .. I have at least five gators from Simona. None of em disappoint.



x2 on simona! i have two "vintage" gators that are sublime, but, i haven't tried her "dressy" gators.

MetalNuts 21 October 2013 07:52 PM

I recently have a strap of exotic "skin" from Combat Strap for my Pam. Might be those interested can take a look at their website, they have exotic leathers, numerous colors for the leathers and stitches. Price should be within 200.

SixPak 21 October 2013 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nishant (Post 4484469)
Simona IMHO. Get the T Rex and you wont need anyth else .. I have at least five gators from Simona. None of em disappoint.

Thanks for reco on the Simona straps, Nishant & Cru. They have amazing stuffs there. I think I will order a couple straps from them. :thumbsup:

Friedl41 22 October 2013 07:18 AM

For your budget you should also check twb the watch boys from canada ... I have a black, dressy gator and i think it is very good value for the price .... See my post comparing TWB versus Simona strap

Friedl41 22 October 2013 07:20 AM

By the way my next gator will be OEM for sure ....

advocatia 22 October 2013 07:30 AM

Went over budget and ordered two gators from Micah. Cognac and black. Will post when they arrive.

Cru Jones 22 October 2013 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by advocatia (Post 4485831)
Went over budget and ordered two gators from Micah. Cognac and black. Will post when they arrive.


:clap: :clap:

You are going to love them. Congrats! Looking forward to the pix. :cheers:


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