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Welcome to part 6 of our Watch Component Guides! If you're here, you're probably a new guy in the industry, or want some detailed information about watch straps. Before the details, let's look at what the term "Watch Strap" means.
Definition: "Watch Strap" is the part of the watch that secures the watch on your wrist, also known as "Watch Band" or "Watch Belt", or "Bracelet" if it's metal. A watch has its "Case", which is the central round part where everything is operating at, and the "Straps" to keep it on your wrist.
If the definition was not clear, or if you're looking for a visual cue to completely understand what a strap is, the strap of the watch is highlighted in red and is the only red thing in the picture above.
When you think about it, the strap of a watch has the most influence on the appearance, because it has the most volume, a little color change will be extremely visible and will give a totally different vibe, even if it's just a color tone change, like from dark gray to light gray. And if you switch from, let's say, a leather to a NATO strap, the difference is not only the color but also the texture, and it's incredibly effective on the appearance. Besides the looks, changing to a different type of strap will affect the comfort level of the watch.
Leather Straps: They look the classiest, whether made from genuine or synthetic leather. A Leather Strap is usually a great way to go when you're styling for a formal event, but not a necessity.
Metal Bracelets: These straps are usually the most luxurious-looking ones since they can be made from gold, silver, other precious metals, or stainless steel. These shiny-looking beautiful bracelets can make your watch a nice piece of jewelry. They work with a clasp for fastening the bracelet. They fit every occasion, you can't go wrong with a metal bracelet, especially a silver one is hard to make it look bad.
Rubber/Silicone Straps: These straps are common in sports watches. They're very durable and don't get damaged easily compared to most straps. Besides, they look very good. Especially for some summer outfits, they could be the best picks.
NATO Straps: These straps are made of nylon. They usually thread under the watch case, providing extra security. These straps come in various colors and patterns, making them very versatile while being durable as well.
Fabric Straps: These straps are often made from durable materials like canvas, and can add a laid-back, relaxed look to a watch.
To check more types of straps in detail, check out our Watch Strap Guide.
Straps can make it look like you bought a new watch, as that's the first part that strikes the eye when people look at your watch. If you want an economical way to be versatile while not compromising your style, buy a few straps, and you won't need to buy a new watch for every occasion.
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Written by B.H.
