Heroic 18 vs Strap Culture

[Eric89]

I just got my PAM 005 and I am loving it and I am looking at buying my first new strap for it. Ive been looking at a primarily black strap and have been considering either this one http://heroic18.com/product-detail.p...sub_cate_id=51 from Heroic 18 or this one http://strapculture.com/vetiermp/scvtm416.html from Strap Culture. Can anyone comment on the quality and comfort of heroic18 straps versus strap culture ones? Also if anyone has any pictures of their pams on either of the straps I posted or any similar style ones I would love to see them! Thanks!

[psv]

I'd recommend taking a look at Greg Stevens Design as well.

[nc42acc]

Heroic 18 all the way!!!!

[B. Doggy]

There are soooooooo many good ones. Enjoy your hunt! Just know that it will take some trial an error to find that "right" fit.

[bcacncnc]

I hv one heroic. Good value but I found mine too thick for my liking.

[Speed]

Heroics are VERY thick. VERY.

Afraid I had to sell mine. The tang buckle rode half-way up the 6 O'clock side of my wrist.

If you have smallish wrists...I would NOT recommend Heroics.

[bcacncnc]

Yup - I'm with Bill. Both thick and too long for people with small (6.5 inch or less) wrists.

[Eric89]

Thanks for the info so far guys. I have a pretty small wrist at just about 7in so maybe the heroic wouldnt be the best choice for me.

[texex91]

Originally Posted by Speed

Heroics are VERY thick. VERY.

Afraid I had to sell mine. The tang buckle rode half-way up the 6 O'clock side of my wrist.

If you have smallish wrists...I would NOT recommend Heroics.

x2

[karmatp]

http://www.tcstraps.com/product/MP_XVIII_Black.html

or this one. You can't go wrong with this one.

http://www.tcstraps.com/product/MP_PAV_98.html

I really like this one also.

http://www.tcstraps.com/product/MP_P...rve_Black.html


Here is another that is a bit cheaper and has a polished buckle which would look cool on the fiver.

http://www.tcstraps.com/product/TCV_...ico_Black.html

Although a brushed buckle looks fine, and it matches the crown guard. I personally prefer brushed or natural.

The straps you are looking at are machine made, I prefer a nice handmade strap, it's more historic to Panerai.

[marcinthemiddle]

I have a couple of Bill's Heroics.They are the ONLY non-OEM straps I own (for now) I love how great the thickness looks with a 1950's case....
-M

[jj2]

Which strap maker would you guys recommend for smaller wrists (6.25 - 6.5")?

Thanks

[Psmith]

Have a look at Toshi www.toshi-straps.co.uk
He (Rich) is a nice guy and does great work - he will patiently help you achieve what you are after

[TimeOnHand]

Check out Strap Works from Hong Kong... great straps... great prices... great service!

[ed21x]

i actually found my crown & buckle strap to be softer than my heroic 18 strap.

C&B:

[Alex1974]

Dear all

please find below some more links in terms of straps.

From Italy and handmade : http://www.mariopaci.com

Ted Su straps : http://www.tedsustraps.com

TimeConnection straps : http://www.tcstraps.com

Rob Montana : http://www.thestrapsmith.com

DaLuca straps : http://www.dalucastraps.com

JulienLand straps : http://www.julienlanda.com/Site/Handmade_straps.html (Please see Raw Denim or New Jeans X-tra washed - HOT ) Very fancy stuff.

Micah : http://www.vintagerstraps.com

Kaktus Straps : http://www.kaktus-straps.com/home.htm

Strap-Works : http://www.strap-works.com/

Best regards,

Alexander

[nauticajoe]

Another vote for both Micah & Toshi straps. Here's a matte black from Rich:

[watchdaddy1]

Go here, Happy Hunting the variety is limitless when it comes to straps..

http://www.paneraisource.com/aftermarket_straps.shtml

all the different strapist on 1 page

[Fiddy]

Originally Posted by speed

heroics are very thick. Very.

Afraid i had to sell mine. The tang buckle rode half-way up the 6 o'clock side of my wrist.

If you have smallish wrists...i would not recommend heroics.

+1

[jldc]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Another vote for both Micah & Toshi straps. Here's a matte black from Rich:

I have to give another vote for Micah. My favorite strap maker. Rob Montana (strap smith), Jeanna (Stone Creek), Ray and Greg Stevens also produce excellent products.

L