@@jonathanlavery7279 I don't understand then why they don't just get a normal canvas strap? Surely if it's not practical, then, for the look, they should go canvas?
Yes it does thats why it isn’t called a nato. Most people don’t require the fail safe function and mostly wear it for the look so the zero pass offers the look without adding thickness.
@@Skyler.Santana this still makes no sense given how thick the rest of the strap is and the extra strap around the wrist. Surely you just just a two piece canvas strap and you get a much better look?
I was just going to say that. nato, marine nationale are made to keep your watch on the wrist if a spring bar breaks. This gives the looks but not the security. So I guess to each their own.
Makes absolutely zero sense! Why would I take this over a two piece strap which looks way neater and elegant if this doesn't do the job of a pass through strap? The weird looks of a nato without any of the benefits...
The holes are not reinforced though there is still 2 layers of material. This is only beneficial if a watch has non removable bars. A durable 2 piece nylon strap with reinforced holes would be much better. This is only a longer one piece strap that wraps around so this is not anything special.
What I don’t like about this strap and most NATOs is all the added bulk on both sides of the strap. For me the MN style fabric style straps are the most comfortable and are not bulky. You can’t see the case back, but for me I like protecting my case backs designs from wearing away.
Yeah I don’t know if this solves any real problem. The purpose of a nato strap is for extra security. At this point just buy a canvas strap. Good review though!
Ummm, I just install a 2 pc. nylon strap with the Zulu look and I see the case back. No added bulky loops that don't provide the redundancy preventing watch loss.
The only difference I can imaging at that point would be at the lugs where your recent install would show spacing from the end of the strap to the case where the zeros pass wraps around the spring bar appearing to look more like a nato But I get your point and respect your opinion my friend. Thanks for checking the content. 😉
Natos should come in different lengths. I have a 7 1/2 wrist and sometimes I can’t reach the second keeper. But if it’s too long making that loop tuck sucks.
Hey Ronin! Thanks for checking out the video! Code: STRAPMEUP Gets you a free 'guards red' strap when you buy anything else. Just add to Cart So not a direct discount but you get a free strap with your purchase. 🤓
@@Skyler.Santana Thank you, appreciate the reply. Quite a difficult color to pair up with. A direct discount would really help especially if buying overseas. Cheers!
I don’t think it was designed to save the watch for a failure of the spring bar so I’m not sure it qualifies for pass or fail on watch saving. But I appreciate you sharing your opinion.
also unless you are using abhorrent spring bars you are not dealing with failure i do milsims (with the use of airsoft) and ive never had a bar fail on me and ive dived for cover and slammed my bodyweight + gear weight (my plate carrier is 24 pounds i use steel plates btw) and my spring bars never break.
Having a NATO for me is mainly the security that is the watch is hit and a sprinbar is broken, the watch won’t fall. Having the double textile, the bulky end but not having that security to gain those mm in thickness: there are lots of textile straps out there with no double thickness in all strap neither the end tail loop
Good video. This concept is interesting, and it allows a NATO style look for smart watches which is pretty cool. Putting the strap on the wrist looks a little cumbersome, you would really need to be committed to this style to tolerate that I think. Still though, I might have to pick one up soon. Thanks for showing us this.
You make great observations my friend. And I agree with your conclusion. I also personally think of it as supporting a phenomenal person who co founded an application and website for us watch Nerds to get out time piece doses. If you’re not on it already check out WatchCrunch.com or the application if you interested. Totally free. Thanks for checking out the content and taking the time to weigh in. 🤓🫶 PS that icon photo of you baby is adorable 😊
I have the triple black and I love it. Max has a great invention here. The bulkyness is what keeps me from wearing natos. This is definitely a game changer. I can't wait for the new ones for fixed bars to come out. I want some for my Bertucci. Excellent video Skyler. See you on the Crunch.
Awesome video and great straps overall! Instant sub! I loved the style, man. I’ve been thinking about making a video specifically focused on straps, but I haven’t wrapped my mind around it yet.
I get the concept but in actuality that thang is bulky. And you can do the same thing with a nato that is long enough or even a Zulu that’s long enough. I used to wear my natos in that same fashion but eventually got annoyed from the layers of the strap.
@@Skyler.Santana Dear god no. Mine has long gone disintegrated lol. I'm soon 50. But I guess they died out and was not as popular as other straps. The one I had looped all the way and had the strap connection on the end, so it was smooth all along the sides. Didn't have to have connections on the outer sides. Had a tightening solution like you have on backpack straps, where the material just folded into it. If you know what I mean. Sorry my english is not that great.
I think the same way at the moment. For some reason I am drawn to bracelets the most right now. Even this the wrist is constantly expanding this time around year. After that it all depends on the perticular watch to what u think is truly best.
I did the same for comfort for my Garmin watch. The default rubber strap was smelly and not very comfortable but a normal NATO covers the pulse meter. I would like to buy a commercial one. My homemade one is… visibly homemade… not in a good way. 😂
I use garmins Velcro straps on almost all my watches whenever the temp is above 25 celsius look in to them they are really something really nice and convenient
The safety of the nato has saved my Rolex twice. Once from falling on pavement, and once from falling into the river! There is a purpose for the nato and this misses it.
Ohh snap! That’s awesome the saves you had from a nato strap! Looks like you need it in your case! I haven’t experienced a spring bar failure my self with any strap I have owned in the 4-5 years of collecting so I’m good with rocking the zero pass or any other strap for that matter for my life style. I appreciate you checking out the video. Hope you like the other videos I’ve posted
Ohh nice 😊 good to hear. If you do decide to grab one post it up on WC and tag me on it 😉 I’m super nosey and I love seeing what people get and end up pairing it with 🤣🤓
But doesn't this void the whole point of a NATO
Yes it does !!! the whole point of a Nato is that you don't lose your watch if a spring bar fails.
@@jonathanlavery7279 I don't understand then why they don't just get a normal canvas strap? Surely if it's not practical, then, for the look, they should go canvas?
Yes it does thats why it isn’t called a nato. Most people don’t require the fail safe function and mostly wear it for the look so the zero pass offers the look without adding thickness.
Isn’t that still a single pass through on the back of the watch no? Effectively making it thicker to wear on wrist
@@Skyler.Santana this still makes no sense given how thick the rest of the strap is and the extra strap around the wrist. Surely you just just a two piece canvas strap and you get a much better look?
So it adds all the extra bulk of the NATO strap, but offers none of the redundant safety of it?
It's a bit of a gimmick because it removes the function of a single-pass strap, which is extra security.
It’s pretty nice if you want a nylon strap for a pulse watch, though.
I respect your opinion Zach. Thank ls for tuning in.
I was just going to say that. nato, marine nationale are made to keep your watch on the wrist if a spring bar breaks. This gives the looks but not the security. So I guess to each their own.
nato strap is the main reason why there is so many spring bar failures
Only humans can redesign something so it no longer has the purpose it was designed for.
Makes absolutely zero sense! Why would I take this over a two piece strap which looks way neater and elegant if this doesn't do the job of a pass through strap? The weird looks of a nato without any of the benefits...
I respect your opinion. Thanks for sharing your feel about it and checking out the video 🤓😉
I agree. This strap may eliminate excess material behind the Watch head, but it has more bulky material everywhere else.
The holes are not reinforced though there is still 2 layers of material. This is only beneficial if a watch has non removable bars. A durable 2 piece nylon strap with reinforced holes would be much better. This is only a longer one piece strap that wraps around so this is not anything special.
Bingo!
This is juts dumb, the amount of stress now on the spring bars beats the whole purpose of the NATO
I respect your opinion my friend. Thanks for checking out the video and giving feedback. 👍
What I don’t like about this strap and most NATOs is all the added bulk on both sides of the strap. For me the MN style fabric style straps are the most comfortable and are not bulky. You can’t see the case back, but for me I like protecting my case backs designs from wearing away.
Same...not a NATO or bracelet fan to be honest, but totally get the appeal. I prefer a lower profile setup.
MN are garbage for a large or heavy watch.
There is no comparison to a MN (type) strap. The most comfortable and so easy to take on/off and to adjust on the fly
comfortable because they are flimsy and a moronic clasp
Yeah I don’t know if this solves any real problem. The purpose of a nato strap is for extra security. At this point just buy a canvas strap. Good review though!
I Respect your opinion my friend. I appreciate you 🤝
Ummm, I just install a 2 pc. nylon strap with the Zulu look and I see the case back. No added bulky loops that don't provide the redundancy preventing watch loss.
The only difference I can imaging at that point would be at the lugs where your recent install would show spacing from the end of the strap to the case where the zeros pass wraps around the spring bar appearing to look more like a nato
But
I get your point and respect your opinion my friend. Thanks for checking the content. 😉
Congrats he removed the entire purpose of a nato strap, just buy a 2 piece strap. SMH
I respect your opinion Joe. Thanks for checking out the video.
Natos should come in different lengths. I have a 7 1/2 wrist and sometimes I can’t reach the second keeper. But if it’s too long making that loop tuck sucks.
You pose a good point my friend. Thank you for sharing your input. I’m sure the powers at be will review the feed back and jot down notes 📝
Thanks for the review! Any chance u could share a discount code?
Hey Ronin! Thanks for checking out the video!
Code: STRAPMEUP Gets you a free 'guards red' strap when you buy anything else. Just add to Cart
So not a direct discount but you get a free strap with your purchase. 🤓
@@Skyler.Santana Thank you, appreciate the reply. Quite a difficult color to pair up with. A direct discount would really help especially if buying overseas. Cheers!
And when the spring bar fails .. you lose your watch….flawed design unfortunately.
I don’t think it was designed to save the watch for a failure of the spring bar so I’m not sure it qualifies for pass or fail on watch saving. But I appreciate you sharing your opinion.
I don’t think it’s designed for that practical use and application it’s more of a style thing
@@Envixitycrunch 🎯
also unless you are using abhorrent spring bars you are not dealing with failure i do milsims (with the use of airsoft) and ive never had a bar fail on me and ive dived for cover and slammed my bodyweight + gear weight (my plate carrier is 24 pounds i use steel plates btw) and my spring bars never break.
Good. But it does not serve a NATO strap purpose if one spring bar fails.
It definitely isn’t made for that you are correct my friend. Thanks for checking in and sharing.
I like single pass Zulus (Maratac) over Natos. Safety and one pass of nylon under is only 2mm.
Just get a perlon strap from Eulit. Nice and thind AND secure. Job done.
Thank you for your input Karel and checking out the content. I appreciate you.
Having a NATO for me is mainly the security that is the watch is hit and a sprinbar is broken, the watch won’t fall. Having the double textile, the bulky end but not having that security to gain those mm in thickness: there are lots of textile straps out there with no double thickness in all strap neither the end tail loop
Hear you loud and clear. Thanks for weighing in brother.
Good video. This concept is interesting, and it allows a NATO style look for smart watches which is pretty cool. Putting the strap on the wrist looks a little cumbersome, you would really need to be committed to this style to tolerate that I think. Still though, I might have to pick one up soon. Thanks for showing us this.
You make great observations my friend. And I agree with your conclusion.
I also personally think of it as supporting a phenomenal person who co founded an application and website for us watch Nerds to get out time piece doses.
If you’re not on it already check out WatchCrunch.com or the application if you interested. Totally free.
Thanks for checking out the content and taking the time to weigh in. 🤓🫶
PS that icon photo of you baby is adorable 😊
Too much form over function for me, I've simple put 2 piece nylon straps on my "too thick" watches.
Copy that. If that’s better for you I can understand that 🫡. Thanks for checking out the video.
1:58 i love that strap! Looked for it on his website but couldn't find it...
Not on the website for purchase. It’s a strap given out at meet ups when watchcrunch attends.
I love sticking my fingers in butter 🧈
Well now we know why your leather straps are so soft 🤓
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I have the triple black and I love it. Max has a great invention here. The bulkyness is what keeps me from wearing natos. This is definitely a game changer. I can't wait for the new ones for fixed bars to come out. I want some for my Bertucci. Excellent video Skyler. See you on the Crunch.
Great review
Thank you Brian! I appreciate you checking out the video.
does the anachronist strap come with 2 spring bars for installation? thanks!
The traps don’t come with spring bars brother man. Thanks for asking and stopping in.
Awesome video and great straps overall! Instant sub! I loved the style, man. I’ve been thinking about making a video specifically focused on straps, but I haven’t wrapped my mind around it yet.
I appreciate the kind words and your support my friend. I definitely encourage you to give making a video focused on straps a shot for sure. 👍
Where did you get that gray nato with the zulu rings?. Does that nato wear like a simple regular nato strap?.
www.anachronist.shop
Can’t be called a Nato
It’s a zero pass strap that has the look
But wears the same just no material underneath.
@@Skyler.Santanano it's just a single pass NATO with added length thats it
@@reesebroekhoven3962 👍
Very cool for small to mdm wrists and hands.
Thanks for the video. Cheers!!!
The pleasure is all mine. Thank you so stopping in. 🫶
I get the concept but in actuality that thang is bulky.
And you can do the same thing with a nato that is long enough or even a Zulu that’s long enough. I used to wear my natos in that same fashion but eventually got annoyed from the layers of the strap.
I appreciate your input my friend. Thanks for checking out the video.
Eh? We had these back in the 90s. Nothing new here.
Did yea. Had no clue 🤔. Do you have a link to the strap you’re talking about in the 90’s?
@@Skyler.Santana Dear god no. Mine has long gone disintegrated lol. I'm soon 50. But I guess they died out and was not as popular as other straps. The one I had looped all the way and had the strap connection on the end, so it was smooth all along the sides. Didn't have to have connections on the outer sides. Had a tightening solution like you have on backpack straps, where the material just folded into it. If you know what I mean. Sorry my english is not that great.
@@MrDLRUclipsHappy soon-to-come 50th birthday! And your English is absolutely fine. 😊
@@sharifa.santana Well soon was perhaps a bit premature. I'll be 49 this year. But thanks. :)
Brethren....good morning! As always, thanks for dropping science.
Morning 😎! Haha it’s my pleasure
While I think bracelets are king, the NATO/ZULU style automatically makes any watch sing.
I think the same way at the moment. For some reason I am drawn to bracelets the most right now. Even this the wrist is constantly expanding this time around year. After that it all depends on the perticular watch to what u think is truly best.
I did the same for comfort for my Garmin watch. The default rubber strap was smelly and not very comfortable but a normal NATO covers the pulse meter.
I would like to buy a commercial one. My homemade one is… visibly homemade… not in a good way. 😂
Haha sounds like to me the zero pass strap is a perfect fit from what you described!
www.anachronist.shop
I use garmins Velcro straps on almost all my watches whenever the temp is above 25 celsius look in to them they are really something really nice and convenient
@@elrockerchido will do. 🙏
@@elrockerchido thanks!
The safety of the nato has saved my Rolex twice. Once from falling on pavement, and once from falling into the river! There is a purpose for the nato and this misses it.
Ohh snap! That’s awesome the saves you had from a nato strap! Looks like you need it in your case! I haven’t experienced a spring bar failure my self with any strap I have owned in the 4-5 years of collecting so I’m good with rocking the zero pass or any other strap for that matter for my life style. I appreciate you checking out the video. Hope you like the other videos I’ve posted
Great review, I am definitely more inclined to give a zero pass a go having seen this
Ohh nice 😊 good to hear. If you do decide to grab one post it up on WC and tag me on it 😉
I’m super nosey and I love seeing what people get and end up pairing it with 🤣🤓
@@Skyler.Santana cheers, will do. I am wondering, would it be overkill for a Royale..?
@@Spectrecontrolperhaps. The Royale models tends to be more flush to the case 😉