Perlon is better than NATO: Strapville Perlon watch strap review
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- Опубликовано: 3 май 2020
- Don't get me wrong, NATO straps are great, but in a lot of cases, particularly when it comes to dress watches, Perlon straps are a far superior choice. But even outside of dress watches perlon straps offer a lot of interesting benefits over NATO straps.
These straps were provided to me for free by Strapville for the purpose of facilitating the review. You can purchase them from their website below. I also have a 10% off discount code.
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hi mate, very nice zoom camera at least i can see that cheap metal buckle ! man you should not adv this crap of cheap metal 20 bucks ! go to aliexprex sorry my adv you buy 20 cheap crap strap`s i know this is one year old, but why not at least update your cheap review man ? By the way like a lot that blue ! All the Best man
Perlon is the best strap ever. Lightest, breathes the best, drys very fast, is almost infinitely adjustable on the fly, and is just as secure as a nato if one springbar fails.
Great video! I had never actually heard of Perlon straps so this was really informative to me. Love your content. Always very informative and well done. Best. MJ
I just received my steel-blue perlon from Strapville today to put on my white-dial Heimdallr SKX homage. Shipping was real quick, just 3 days from Sweden to the Netherlands. Loving it so far, it wears really nice. The buckle looks a bit flimsy indeed but I think it'll be fine & if not I can always do a slight modification so I can put a more conventional watch-strap buckle on it. Thanks again for the review and discount-code!
The watch in the thumbnail (and briefly shown in the video) is the Orient SER2M003W0. I'm in the process of shooting the review for it, and if all goes well it'll be released next week. It's an Orient Dress watch with a cool textured dial, a sapphire crystal, a really high quality solid link bracelet with a milled clasp. It's one that I haven't seen for sale outside of Japan, and is an older discounted model, but occasionally you can find some sellers that have them in stock, including eBay.
It’s beautiful. How much?
@@the_9ent Since it's discontinued, the price fluctuates a lot depending on where stock pops up. I managed to snag it on Japanese Amazon for $100, but it's since sold out everywhere, and when it does pop up it's usually around $250. Right now Amazon Japan has the two tone version for $100 though.
Just the Watch - Another great video Dave, never have own a person strap yet. Love the Seiko Samurai you got there, congrats!!
What model orient the the black dial in the black perlon. That one caught me eye
Following information on Strapville the site you recommended:-We will be back summer 2021. Forget about it.
Just placed order in Strapville!! Thanks Dave for the videoo Im learning much from your channel.
I think you are tightening the strap too much, by the way good video, good zoom, good straps!👍
Excellent video, thanks for the intro to perlon, got to try one now
Thanks for this review! I’ve been noticing these straps available for purchase, but I’ve been curious about the feel and function of them. I’m going to be giving them a try.
I've spent £100's on nato straps over the years after getting a poor quality perlon when I first got into watches... But got a good quality perlon recently and now much prefer them to Natos. Much much nicer.
Cheers Dave, stay healthy everyone 👍🏻👍🏻
You can have good quality perlon NATO too.
Material: Braided Perlon ( European-import )
www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/nato-straps/perlon-nato/dak-grey-perlon-nato-watch-strap/
ditto
Best strap for summer, had a grey one on a Damasko DA36, looked great but just wish they had a heavy duty buckle. Thanks for the review.
Work perfectly on a divers as they dry faster.... Finding a good quality one not easy though especially one with enough length to fit over a wetsuit.
Only strap my dad ever had on his watches I have only recently bothered with them and now realise why he favoured them.
Yep. They are great for everyday type vintage pieces. 👍🏼
You said it… Like a NATO but more elegant...I have a couple and they work mostly on a dress or dressier watch...Also a great alternative to a rubber strap on a diver… Thanks for the cool review!
I think perlon straps are really nice in the summer as an option to go out. Maybe with a button up and some shorts. I’m not a huge fan of nato straps personally but think they look cool!
I think it's something I just might try, living in place that has a very humidity in the summer as I do.
A very fine review. Good job.
I was about to ask about that beautiful Orient. That looks good.
Love that dial! Id go with leather strap;either blue or brown.
Crown and Buckle has some pretty nice perlon straps too.
Black perlon strap seems to dress up the Sub in a way a NATO can't match. Thanks for the discount code.
Eulit is the only brand I've tried, seems good quality.
the downside with perlon is that because is so light and thin, it doesn't act as any sort of counterbalance to the mass of the watch so you have to wear it tight. the upside is that perlons are your friend if you have odd lug sizes 17, 19, 21 etc. the other thing is that people complaining about natos don't realize they can buy a single layer version, or mod it themselves in less than a minute with a knife and a lighter.
The orange strap looks great on the Bulova.
Just discovered your channel. Great video!
A perlon is the gentlemans nato
No it's not. Perlon is a material. NATO is a strap style. Those two do not compare...
It's like saying "Aluminum is better than Art Deco"...
Yea, gotta say i dont know how perlon an a gentleman go hand an hand. I can wear a stainless bracelet an your wearing a perlon an i can be more of a gentleman while you are a donkey"s ass.
I prefer titanium to art deco
You've changed my opinion here. I''m open to trying these again now. I've had a few perlons but they were cheap ones from amazon and the material was itchy, so i never wore it, these really look better though.
Same experience here!
Amazon perlons is shit 😂😂
@@wristbuddys I would agree. I just wanted to see if I liked the style.
Try removing the buckle and keeper and washing the straps a few times in your washing machine. Use cold water. They get softer, up to a point. Keep an eye on the welded end to make sure you spot any loose threads. You can melt them solid again with a short blitz from a gas lighter.
@@ozludo thanks for the tips, I'll have to give them a try.
I bought a Perlon strap for Orient Mako for a more custom fit vs NATO with predetermined holes. I found the Perlon was way to light to hold a diver style watch...just didn't feel right. Find the thickest if you are going to try one.
Nice presentation. Enjoy in good health.
Your Orient looks great on a blue perlon strap. Thanks for sharing.
What is this orient?
What watch model is the Orient on the blue strap?
Perlon is actually the name of the material (a special type of nylon) and not the strap type although it's commonly used as such. I think most perlon straps are made of regular nylon and not actual perlon but a German company Eulit makes them by using "real" perlon. I have a couple of their straps and they are great and I pretty much agree with your opinions about perlon being better than nato. The only downside is that you can get just a few basic colours. That's probably the reason for the popularity of nato straps over perlon. You can't have for example a Bond style perlon strap or any other variations with stripes. There are multi-colour perlons available but only with a zig-zag pattern which might be too much for many.
Didn't take the time to read all the comments but you were ahead of me this is such a rookie mistake. Comparing a material to a watch band style. Like saying "leather is better than a NATO" ... Jeez.. and looking at the style these are basically ZULU bands made out of perlon... Thank you for pointing it out too. 🤦♂️ but then you make the same mistake. Perlon is better than NATO? NATO is not a material... It's like saying "Aluminum is better than Art Deco"...
@@HVG67 Although perlon is originally just the name of the material it nowadays basically means the type of strap in question so that's why I used it in my comment. As far as I know there isn't any other specific term to describe the strap type so I couldn't use one. The style is more like RAF strap with a nylon keeper than zulu which would have rounded metal keepers. So it's something like "perlon style nylon single-pass RAF type strap with a ladder-shaped buckle" which isn't especially practical term to use.
I love the look of Perlon over most other straps but I can’t find an extra large one anywhere.
Nato straps are better for getting a really long strap to wear over, say, a jacket or glove.
Perlons are better for wearing the watch at exactly the right tightness.
I have a dozen natos, and two cheap itchy perlons, and I almost always wear a perlon. Maybe it's time to get me a nice one!
I love NATO but these look great. Im gonna have to check them out
I was wondering what orient watch is that on which you put the strap. Thanks
Most perlon straps are so shoddy, they're like disposable natos.
There's a lot of difference in quality. Just because you had a bad one doesn't mean they're all poorly made.
@@StuntpilootStef I can tell you that $11 one that wristcandy has is the same one that most other Luxury dealers sell for $35. 99% of all these are the same Chinese white label version.
There are cheaply made ones, that’s for sure…
Spent a little bit on a couple that are considered higher quality… Like them a lot… Particularly on a dressier watch
@@JohnBuckmaster-sw3wm Which ones specifically are you enjoying? I am looking for a good quality one.
@@mountainhobo try Eulit, the Original makers of them.
My concern about any "nato" style straps, and also the Perlon straps:
1) They scratch display casebacks over time
2) They only CAUSE the springbar failures by the way they mount the watch - when the strap gets stuck somewhere and the body movement is PULLING it, the extra way around the watch case will be shortened and the springbars will be popped out / bent / broken.
A stainless steel bracelet can achieve all those negatives you have just stated. No difference. Any style can have negative accidents if they occur.
Nothing beats a good SS braclet!
Is Perlon the name of the material (ie Nylon) or is it a brand name ? Thanks for posting this great video !
Hi, do you know when the watch will be available again? (EU)
Ordered 2 straps over a month ago. Didn't even receive them. And the company is not even responding anymore. So in my opinion. Not even worth it.
That's odd. I mean the shipping could be related to Covid, all my international orders have had significant delays from all sorts of companies. But I don't know why they wouldn't be responding to customers.
@@JusttheWatch I agree with the delayed orders but 2 months is a bit too much. And not answering to a customer shows unprofessionalism.
I'm in the same boat! Close to a month and none of my emails get replied to. Horrible experience would never recommend.
Would like a stretchy perlon
What is that orient model 0:30? Been looking all over for it here In Finland. I want one of those. Thanks
You sold the idea to Moi! My Bolder needs one
What model Orient watch is shown in the thumbnail (blue strap)?
Yay, you have the Cadisen I've been considering for a while now! It's the one with the white dial, 6 o 'clock date window and the blue second hand. Have you done a review on it already? I really like it but wish it would be 40mm instead of 42. Never tried a perlon myself, curious to try one though. I'll have a look to see if I can find a EU supplier. edit: just checked the link for the straps and saw they're actually from Sweden, sweet! Also saw you featured the Cadisen in your ten best minimalist watches vid so watching that now. Cheers!
I really like it. Except that it's 42mm with 21mm lugs. It would have been the deal of the century if they would have released it in 40mm with 20mm lugs. Even still I've been able to squeeze a lot of 22mm straps on, and absolutely love it paired with that blue Perlon. I alos have a slightly larger wrist (7.5 inch) so the 42mm doesn't bother me too much. I love the 6 oclock date, the textured dial and blue second hand are also pretty cool for the price. I haven't released a full review, but if you check out the April Watch of the Month Club video, I showed it off a bit there. Full review hopefully coming in June.
@@JusttheWatch Thanks for the reply! I just watched that other video where you showed it a bit but will look forward for the full review as well. Yeah, at 7.5 it probably isn't a problem. I have to make due with a skinny 6 incher so I have to be a bit more selective. I do wear 42mm watches though, and I got the yellow CasioOak this week and feel it wears fine. But for a dressier watch it might be a bit much. But it's a beaut for sure so I don't want to write it off just yet. As for the lug-width, it is a bit of a silly size, but I'm willing to deal with that. All the best from the Netherlands.
I know I'm in the minority here... But I've always prefered perlon straps to natos. I just don't like the bulk natos add, both underneath the watch and in excess strap at the side that you have to tuck in. Great comparison video Dave.
Sigh... Perlon is a material. NATO is a style of watch band.. you're saying you prefer the material over style of band. This style of band is a ZULU. And the material happens to be perlon.. now just FYI they make ZULU bands with the same material of NATO straps. So if your beef is with the style because of the bulk, then try a ZULU. Saying you prefer perlon over a NATO, Is like saying "I prefer Aluminum over Art Deco"... 🤦♂️
A flexible zulu is my favorite in summer.
Does any one know what orient is in the introduction, the one with the white dial?
I absolutely adore that black orient star, what's the reference?!
Not an Orient Star, it's part of their standard Orient line. Don't have the reference in front of me but it' usually called the Polaris
Hi. What is that Orient watch in your video title photo. It looks like a Rolex explorer mixed with a Rolex cellini.
The one in the thumbnail with the white dial is the Orient SER2M003W0. Check out the pinned comment I made for more details about it. I'll be releasing a review hopefully in a week.
David, how large of a wrist will these fit? I’ve got an 8 1/2” wrist due to some arthritis and finding a watch band that fits comfortably is a bit of a trick.
Should fit you fine, I have a 7.5 inch wrist, and I had to shorten them a bit to get rid of all the extra strap that it had.
I've bought some nato and i don't like how watch looks on my wrist with them. Its too big.
I think i have to try perlon! Thx :)
You mean you want to try a ZULU strap.. perlon is the material..
The negative I've heard about perlon is that it is itchy. Did you find that? The Tan with black buckle looked amazing on the Laco. 👍 👍
Overall not itchy. Maybe just a little when I was first breaking it in, but after awhile they were among the most comfortable straps I've worn.
I would have liked a matter version, but I suppose that that is impossible due to the fabric being of nylon.
Does anyone know a good place to buy 2 piece perlon straps? I like perlon straps, but I dont want the strap to go under the case. I tried clockwork synergy, but their 2 piece perlons are about 3cm shorter than they say.
Eulit makes a two-piece option
I am looking for a 2 piece perlon (canvas or soft cotton fabric preferable if there are any), since I have a smartwatch (Samsung). What makers and models would you (or anyone else) recommends?
Eulit makes a two-piece option
What is that Orient watch in the thumbnail with that blue perlon strap?
The one in the thumbnail with the white dial is the Orient SER2M003W0. Check out the pinned comment I made for more details about it. I'll be releasing a review hopefully in a week.
Perlon straps are more suitable for smaller dressier watch or any watch that's small & simple. If you can buy a thicker Perlon that would go well with bigger watches like a divers.
I hate those nato straps ! this is way better, thin, more comfortable ! Looks good !
It is nice talk. But personally I have bad experience with perlon of almost loosing my watch twice. Pins tend to go out easily this way and the watch is getting loose. Comfortable, looking good but not safe. No more perlon for me.
I would have tried that until I saw the aluminum can quality buckle. Far too flimsy.
I don't like the woven carpet look. I prefer NATO for the tight weave and extra hardware (buckles) that give it a more sporty but elegant look. Interesting video though
I would think you would adjust the buckle to sit at the bottom/middle of your wrist..
Yeah I'm so used to fitting NATOs, but you're right for these you want to position the watch more or less in the middle of the strap.
They’re reminiscent of those woven leather belts that we all wore in the ‘90s!
Intro song? Also should the buckle be near the watch case or in the middle of the wrist?
I guess it's up to you on the buckle, I like it in the middle, just like I would wear a normal two peice strap. Can't remember which song the intro was here, I get all of them from RUclips's audio library.
@@JusttheWatch Ok thanks! I picked a grey perlon for my SKX013. Keep it up with the nice content!
All the perlons I have tried get wider over time and get out of shape.
Great, I just bought a bunch of Nato straps. Guess I should have bought a bunch of Perlon straps instead.
It’s all about single pass straps for me
David - what Orient model is that? 😍
Yeah, I was thinking the same thing..
The one in the thumbnail with the white dial is the Orient SER2M003W0. Check out the pinned comment I made for more details about it. I'll be releasing a review hopefully in a week.
@@JusttheWatch Thanks, looks great!
Having no holes for the buckle pin means you'll wear the strap out.
I remember these as being used to keep the locker key on the body when we went to a public pool for swimming in school ... these straps turn into a horrible fringy mess in a very short time.
Aber die Dinger vom Spindschlüssel im Schwimbad halten doch auch scheinbar ewig ^^
I've had one. for years and can say two things about them: (1) the buckle pin does not wear the strap out and (2) it does not turn into a horrible fringy mess in a short period of time. Go with the Eulit brand for best quality.
They exist decades ago and even then the older ones told that too was the cheap strap that put light and last ages there good and so re inventing all again
Question... Is there ANY nato, zulu or perlon strap which is thinner by the buckle??
No.
I haven't come across any. I think the one peice construction makes it difficult to work that out.
I agree with the pros you mentioned on the perlons....
however I have yet to see a nice, decent quality perlon strap for say about $10~20.
I once used a perlon, it was stiff and mats used was rough that it added loads of stretches on the case back of my speedy....
I would get these if it had actual holes.I get that these arent meant to have them but my attention will always be on the buckle being slightly off.
My attention is always drawn to the perfect fit :)
Hey man, nice channel, what is the song from 0:27 to 0:35 ?
ruclips.net/video/Krw642HTCgw/видео.html
David: Reviews Perlon straps
CNS: What did we do wrong!!!
I would add on that CNS Jubilee nato is quite comfortable
I've ordered a lot from CNS. I love their variety and low prices, they're awesome for trying out new looks. But basically every single strap that I've gotten from them has struck me as being low quality, and as soon as I find one I like, I immediately go looking for a nicer version of the same strap. Haven't tried one of their Jubilee straps yet, they look cool though!
Although Perlon straps do look nice I don't think they are my style as they are too thin for me and doesn't look right on my wrist. I guess some of us prefer some depth or substance to the strap! :D Not sure maybe it is just looks too tight on your wrist shots but it just doesn't seem right for me.
I think I had them on a bit tight in the video, felt fine at the time but I wasn't paying much attention since I only had them on for a couple minutes to film.
What's the orient watch in the thumbnail?
The one in the thumbnail with the white dial is the Orient SER2M003W0. Check out the pinned comment I made for more details about it. I'll be releasing a review hopefully in a week.
Nice but that buckle is 2 cent rubbish. I think I will look for a more premium one.
Can you list the watches show in this video?
The one in the thumbnail with the white dial is the Orient SER2M003W0. Check out the pinned comment I made for more details about it. I'll be releasing a review hopefully in a week.
Other watches shown: Cadisen C8173, Bulova Lunar Pilot, Orient Polaris, Laco Casablanca, Spinnaker Fluess, and the Citizen Brycen Chronograph
I'll try to label the watches I use in future videos!
2:30 What Watch is that (Reference Number)?
Don't have it in front of me at the moment, but check the pinned comment on this video, I put it there because so many people asked about it.
It's comparing apples to oranges. G10 NATO straps are military surplus and functional in the field or in the water on the wrist or above the sleeve. The original Marine Nationale straps (not the modern spin offs) have the same funcionality and also had a military purpose. Perlon straps originated as Beatnik fashion straps and don't have or need to have the same durabilty as surplus straps. Great for a night out or desk diving, but not for real diving.
Mostly I'm talking about Perlons being superior when it comes to dress watches. I far prefer a Perlon to the NATO dress watch trend that's popular now. But other than that NATO is definitely more durable and secure, but Perlon dries faster and is more adjustable, so there's trade-offs. But different straps for different situations.
Just the Watch Yes, you're right: different straps for different purposes. It wasn't to critisize the video, but just an explanation of the formation of the different straps. Keep the good work up! You're doing fine.
What about the parachute straps?
I prefer those to NATOs for military and sports watches. But for dress watches, definitely still take a perlon over either.
@@JusttheWatch Yeah I thought so. I have a silver dialled watch that's begging for a perlon! 😋
Personally, I don’t see why these aren’t made from kevlar🤔🤔
Whats the name of orient plz
I imagine there's no cutting and burning with these. With a Nato, or single pass Zulu, you can burn it like paracord.
Don't they just COMPLETELY relax when on wrist, like.... slack? I'd think the fit would be undisciplined. think I'd be overtitghtening with it.
Perlon is nothing new, I have a vintage 70's black perlon on my Swiss Venus mechanical watch. Really good ❤
I 100% disagree with this position. This opinion comes straight from the mind of a person whom has not worn this material for more than a minute. IT FRAYS AND FALLS APART, BRO. First, the buckle holes fray. So, as a 'fix', some manufacturers uses a leather bit to reinforce the construction around the holes - totally undesirable solution. Secondly, despite being a synthetic material, it stretches over time since the weave is not tight, to begin with. What every owner is left with is a limp bit of fabric that was once in the shape of a strap.
Is Strapville out of business now? Seems their site is throwing errors/warnings, and their Facebook hasn't been updated in about 2 years....
Yeah, I think the pandemic did them in.
I can understand why everyone's pushing perlon. Looking at the quality of the buckle, the weight of nylon per strap and the fact that you can skip the hole punching, extra hardwear attachment and other processing means these can be made for absolute peanuts compared to even a nato. Probably leave the factory at less than 5 cents.
Correct: instead of 1000% profit you can have 10000%. Look into how much popcorn costs vs what it sells for...
@@HVG67
hi Henk
Not surprised to see a Dutchman weighing in. They know the value of a guilder.
I live in Florida and find that perlon or shark mesh are about the only things that work for me in the summer. Also can't stand how tall the two layers of a nato make my watch.
$19 hmm, they look no different to the ~$5 perlons on Ali.
I bought a 2-piece perlon recently (to avoid it getting thicker) but wasn’t really a fan
Strapville seems to no longer exist. Last online activities are from 2020.
I get a "403 Forbidden" page when I try and go to that website. Wish they were still around as they looked like a great product.
I think that strap is going to accumulate an unbelievable amount of dirt very quickly.
So everyone came for the same reason as me. What's the Orient model in the thumbnail?
The one in the thumbnail with the white dial is the Orient SER2M003W0. Check out the pinned comment I made for more details about it. I'll be releasing a review hopefully in a week.
Thanks. It's a beautiful watch. Will try the perlon strap sometime. Can you also do a video on deployment clasps?.
Nah, 5-ring Zulu w/ Springmade buckle is better.
"marine nationale" (style) > perlon > nato.
:D
Marine National is definitely theost comfortable, and I like the look of it better than NATOs. I think I'm with here in general, but for dress watches Perlon is the best sport strap IMO.
i find marine nationale style ones only good for watches with a light weighted case.
Cadisen watch hahahhahah👎👎👎👎👎 but perlon strap is great 👍