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nauticajoe · 4 March 2011, 05:57 AM

I just acquired a 3717-01. I love it! Not a big fan of the strap though. I would probably switch to an aftermarket.

My only concern is the strap size. The width measures in at 21mm. Now, I've read from others that a 22mm strap can be used? Is this true? Any particular manufacturers and/or material that are more 'forgiving' than others?

Greatly appreciate your input.

barstoolman · 4 March 2011, 10:20 AM

22m can definitely be used. Wasn't a fan of the black croc strap either.........bought a 22mm black leather with conrasting red stitching strap (picks up the little red hand in the sub dial near the 9) along with brushed steel rivets (like on the Big Pilot Strap) from a TW Steel watch. Only cost about $60.00 and I get stopped once or twice a week asking me about it. Most people that know the 3717 can't believe I have a strap with rivets.

Anyway, 22m is no problem. Enjoy!!!!

dddrees · 4 March 2011, 01:56 PM

JOe, Congrats on your recent pickup. I know you'll enjoy yours as much as i do mine.

Luv to see some PICs of both of your watches if and when you get a chance.

nauticajoe · 4 March 2011, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by barstoolman

22m can definitely be used. Wasn't a fan of the black croc strap either.........bought a 22mm black leather with conrasting red stitching strap (picks up the little red hand in the sub dial near the 9) along with brushed steel rivets (like on the Big Pilot Strap) from a TW Steel watch. Only cost about $60.00 and I get stopped once or twice a week asking me about it. Most people that know the 3717 can't believe I have a strap with rivets.

Anyway, 22m is no problem. Enjoy!!!!

Thanks!

Good to know. Finding 21mm straps is a pain in the a$$!

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Originally Posted by dddrees

JOe, Congrats on your recent pickup. I know you'll enjoy yours as much as i do mine.

Luv to see some PICs of both of your watches if and when you get a chance.

Thanks Dan.

I'll be wearing her today.

egzbuen · 5 March 2011, 03:38 AM

Congrats on the pick-up.

Really depends on what type of leather is used. If its soft and flexible enough, you would have no problems squeezing in a 22mm. Though, there are also aftermarkets with a 21mm dimension,so, you might want to take a look at them to.

Here's my 3717 on its OEM strap with matching color stitching:

Here it is on Hadley ROma 22mm. with contrast stitching:

Ever since I got the one with contrast stitching, I have not returned to its OEM strap.

nauticajoe · 5 March 2011, 04:18 AM

I like the strap & deployment.

egzbuen · 5 March 2011, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by nauticajoe

I like the strap & deployment.

Thanks buddy

DCgator · 5 March 2011, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by egzbuen

Congrats on the pick-up.

Really depends on what type of leather is used. If its soft and flexible enough, you would have no problems squeezing in a 22mm. Though, there are also aftermarkets with a 21mm dimension,so, you might want to take a look at them to.

Here's my 3717 on its OEM strap with matching color stitching:

Here it is on Hadley ROma 22mm. with contrast stitching:

Ever since I got the one with contrast stitching, I have not returned to its OEM strap.

Nice shots and nice strap kabayan! I also like the contrast stitching (blk w/ white) and have it on a couple of my watches.

kilyung · 6 March 2011, 11:26 AM

Get the Kevlar strap. It's extra nice.

4 March 2011, 05:57 AM	#1
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	IWC 3717 Straps I just acquired a 3717-01. I love it! Not a big fan of the strap though. I would probably switch to an aftermarket. My only concern is the strap size. The width measures in at 21mm. Now, I've read from others that a 22mm strap can be used? Is this true? Any particular manufacturers and/or material that are more 'forgiving' than others? Greatly appreciate your input.

4 March 2011, 01:56 PM	#3
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,258	JOe, Congrats on your recent pickup. I know you'll enjoy yours as much as i do mine. Luv to see some PICs of both of your watches if and when you get a chance. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

5 March 2011, 03:38 AM	#5
egzbuen "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Manila Posts: 1,177	Congrats on the pick-up. Really depends on what type of leather is used. If its soft and flexible enough, you would have no problems squeezing in a 22mm. Though, there are also aftermarkets with a 21mm dimension,so, you might want to take a look at them to. Here's my 3717 on its OEM strap with matching color stitching: Here it is on Hadley ROma 22mm. with contrast stitching: Ever since I got the one with contrast stitching, I have not returned to its OEM strap. __________________ 18083 & 16750 16234 & 16233 16610 & 16800 3717-01 & 104 & 312 Nav B-Uhr

4 March 2011, 10:20 AM	#2
barstoolman Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 801	22m can definitely be used. Wasn't a fan of the black croc strap either.........bought a 22mm black leather with conrasting red stitching strap (picks up the little red hand in the sub dial near the 9) along with brushed steel rivets (like on the Big Pilot Strap) from a TW Steel watch. Only cost about $60.00 and I get stopped once or twice a week asking me about it. Most people that know the 3717 can't believe I have a strap with rivets. Anyway, 22m is no problem. Enjoy!!!!

5 March 2011, 04:18 AM	#6
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	I like the strap & deployment.

6 March 2011, 11:26 AM	#9
kilyung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,950	Get the Kevlar strap. It's extra nice.

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