I am a big fan of Hirsch straps. I have a 6.7" wrist so I have the same problem and, at the moment, I'm wearing a 20mm watch with a Hirsch Duke 110mm x 70mm. The one (other) annoying thing about wearing a standard length strap on a slimmer wrist that you didn't mention was that, even if you slide the keeper up the strap to try to keep the tail end of the strap from sticking out, it usually just slides back down again. Although Hirsch has a really good range of shorter straps in 20mm (and other "standard" lug widths), if you have a "non standard" lug width (like 19mm), there are hardly any straps available (although the Duke is an exception to this rule).
I just want something that fits on my wrist and doesn't have the tail end of the strap extending ridiculously away from my wrist. Can't find a single one in my budget I don't care about quality at this point. I'm not about to pay more than I did for the watch for a strap that actually fits. Right now I'm using the crappy replacement strap that came with a watch I recently got off ebay. Punched a new hole but can't even trim off the excess because I'd just reveal the plastic nothingness on the inside.
Wow, Hirsch really made a name of themselves at the international market. As an Austrian, I have been using Hirsch straps for years. Specially, their more expensive straps that are still produced in Austria. I actually visited the factory ones. I didn't expect a smaller Austrian company that started as a family business to grow into one of the biggest players in watch straps.
Great info. Even though in on the other end of the spectrum at 8.25”, it’s good to know they offer the longer lengths too. The hybrid straps would be great for our humid areas we live in. 👍🏼
I can really recommend straps from Mays Berlin. They do straps after your requirements - lenght, no of holes, width, design of the buckle ect. Very good quality. The only "bad" thing is the delivery time. But these straps are worth the wait.
Accidently got a 16mm strap for my spre39 😂🤦🏽♂️Still learning. Because of my small wrist I thought the sizes were length until I looked at the fine print in the description. Live and learn right?
Thanks for making this. Now that I think of it, I use the last hole on every one of my straps (6.5 inch wrist). I've bought shorter straps for my wife's watches but haven't thought of doing it for myself too. I also like the idea of the hybrid performance straps for the summer time, as I usually put away leather in the spring and wait for the cold to come back.
Thank you so much. You really help me solve a big problem and save a lot for me. I am going to order 3 straps and can't find a proper length for my small wrist. Thanks
Having spent a lot of money on so-so straps that I was never happy with, I can't say enough for the Nomos shell cordovan straps (which come in several lengths). For $100, you get a strap that out classes everything else I've tried (including T&H and Hodinkee), and it's comfortable from the first wear. Edit: The Hirsch James is excellent for sweat/water though. I've never owned anything else quite like it.
Excellent demonstration Guy, I've been looking into purchasing a high quality strap for some time but was worried about which size to purchase. Having a 6.5 inch wrist, you've just resolved my problem. I love your channel as you seem to have the same hangups as myself, I keep saying to myself, wow, that's exactly what I think. What can I say, but perfectionism is an illness, so your not alone my friend, thanks for the video.
Guy, those of us with larger wrists, mine is 8” we have the opposite problem not enough to put into the second keeper. I have to check every strap length prior to placing an order.
I'm in a similar situation. I have a couple of 19mm lug width watches and, I'm picking up a Black Bay 36 in a few weeks. Although I see jubilee style bracelets being worn more frequently with casual clothes these days, I think that the new style BB36 might be more versatile on a strap (I do have another watch that came on a jubilee bracelet. It stayed on the bracelet for about a week and I never once considered going back to it, but the new Tudor bracelets are exceptionally good so I am in a bit of a quandary) The shorter length Hirsch Duke is available in 19mm. I think it's a great strap for the money but I don't think it would suit the older style BB36 dials and it's not as shiny as other mock croc / alligator embossed straps so I don't think it would suit the shiny dials on the newer BB36s either (Hirsch also does a cheap shiny bonded leather embossed croc but it looks cheap). I have seen a shorter length alligator strap from Hirsch but some of their exotic leathers seem not to be as easily available as they once were outside of Europe, presumably due to CITES export regulations. I live in the UK (which, is, unfortunately, "outside Europe" these days) and I've been thinking about staps from a UK supplier called the strap tailor. They offer several off the shelf 19mm options in 110mm x 65mm (their "standard" size is 120 x 70mm).
Having a 8.5" wrist I generally swap out the 120/80 sizes for 130/90 straps. I have a Air Blue Bravo Chrono, that's 44mm and the stock strap is 120/80 and I use the first or 2nd hole, depending on the weather. Would like to use the 3rd or 4th hole.
Hi Guy, thanks for this very informative video. I have a 6" wrist so learning about these shorter straps was great. Just FYI, I found and ordered the Hirsch Buffalo short leather strap (for my Hamilton Khaki 38mm) on Amazon for $39, so I saved a few bucks. I wouldn't have even known they existed if not for your info so thanks again bro!
I have smaller wrists (but 178cm tall) and I always have to punch in my own holes. The last hole is way too loose to be comfortable and it's got a long flappy excess of strap hanging out at the back. The struggles.
Thanks for the informative and interesting review Guy. Just interested, why didn't you use the drilled lugs to get the existing strap off (the pin of the Bergeon in the drilled lug to pop the spring bar). Cheers Noel
If you want to keep your strap without the tail showing. Change places withe the straps. The buckle buckle becomes the top and longer becomes the bottom The tail only shows on your side of the wrist. The British have been doing this forever
Most of the straps are just too long. I have 8 inch wrist and I can easily wear the smallest sizes I found available. Whenever I buy a strap I always choose the smaller option, and it fits great my giant wrists.
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I am a big fan of Hirsch straps. I have a 6.7" wrist so I have the same problem and, at the moment, I'm wearing a 20mm watch with a Hirsch Duke 110mm x 70mm.
The one (other) annoying thing about wearing a standard length strap on a slimmer wrist that you didn't mention was that, even if you slide the keeper up the strap to try to keep the tail end of the strap from sticking out, it usually just slides back down again.
Although Hirsch has a really good range of shorter straps in 20mm (and other "standard" lug widths), if you have a "non standard" lug width (like 19mm), there are hardly any straps available (although the Duke is an exception to this rule).
Thanks for the tip . I got a 6.5" so ill know what to look for when shopping for watch bands 👍🏼
I just want something that fits on my wrist and doesn't have the tail end of the strap extending ridiculously away from my wrist. Can't find a single one in my budget I don't care about quality at this point. I'm not about to pay more than I did for the watch for a strap that actually fits.
Right now I'm using the crappy replacement strap that came with a watch I recently got off ebay. Punched a new hole but can't even trim off the excess because I'd just reveal the plastic nothingness on the inside.
Wow, Hirsch really made a name of themselves at the international market. As an Austrian, I have been using Hirsch straps for years. Specially, their more expensive straps that are still produced in Austria. I actually visited the factory ones. I didn't expect a smaller Austrian company that started as a family business to grow into one of the biggest players in watch straps.
Great info. Even though in on the other end of the spectrum at 8.25”, it’s good to know they offer the longer lengths too.
The hybrid straps would be great for our humid areas we live in. 👍🏼
Let me know if you ever try some of their extra long straps and how they work out for you!
Sure will.
I can really recommend straps from Mays Berlin. They do straps after your requirements - lenght, no of holes, width, design of the buckle ect. Very good quality. The only "bad" thing is the delivery time. But these straps are worth the wait.
Accidently got a 16mm strap for my spre39 😂🤦🏽♂️Still learning. Because of my small wrist I thought the sizes were length until I looked at the fine print in the description. Live and learn right?
Thanks for making this. Now that I think of it, I use the last hole on every one of my straps (6.5 inch wrist). I've bought shorter straps for my wife's watches but haven't thought of doing it for myself too. I also like the idea of the hybrid performance straps for the summer time, as I usually put away leather in the spring and wait for the cold to come back.
Thank you so much. You really help me solve a big problem and save a lot for me. I am going to order 3 straps and can't find a proper length for my small wrist. Thanks
Glad you liked it. Thanks
Having spent a lot of money on so-so straps that I was never happy with, I can't say enough for the Nomos shell cordovan straps (which come in several lengths). For $100, you get a strap that out classes everything else I've tried (including T&H and Hodinkee), and it's comfortable from the first wear.
Edit: The Hirsch James is excellent for sweat/water though. I've never owned anything else quite like it.
Horween Shell Cordovan straps are pretty amazing.
I would never buy a hodinkee strap. They seem way overpriced
How about the hirsch ranger?
Jon like everything else they sell!
Great vid, I usually use 3rd or 2nd to last hole. I just ordered some short straps, interested to see how it fits?
Excellent demonstration Guy, I've been looking into purchasing a high quality strap for some time but was worried about which size to purchase. Having a 6.5 inch wrist, you've just resolved my problem. I love your channel as you seem to have the same hangups as myself, I keep saying to myself, wow, that's exactly what I think. What can I say, but perfectionism is an illness, so your not alone my friend, thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching, glad the video helped.
Guy, those of us with larger wrists, mine is 8” we have the opposite problem not enough to put into the second keeper. I have to check every strap length prior to placing an order.
They sell extra long straps on the website too!
Hi There, Enjoyed your review. I'm also in the small wrist situation. Could you please recommend any suitable straps suitable for dive watches ?
It's even more challenging attempting to find a 19mm short strap for my BB36.
You found anything good?
@@munxey9212 Nope, none looked that good in my opinion. So I just settled with the watch being on bracelet.
I'm in a similar situation. I have a couple of 19mm lug width watches and, I'm picking up a Black Bay 36 in a few weeks. Although I see jubilee style bracelets being worn more frequently with casual clothes these days, I think that the new style BB36 might be more versatile on a strap (I do have another watch that came on a jubilee bracelet. It stayed on the bracelet for about a week and I never once considered going back to it, but the new Tudor bracelets are exceptionally good so I am in a bit of a quandary)
The shorter length Hirsch Duke is available in 19mm. I think it's a great strap for the money but I don't think it would suit the older style BB36 dials and it's not as shiny as other mock croc / alligator embossed straps so I don't think it would suit the shiny dials on the newer BB36s either (Hirsch also does a cheap shiny bonded leather embossed croc but it looks cheap). I have seen a shorter length alligator strap from Hirsch but some of their exotic leathers seem not to be as easily available as they once were outside of Europe, presumably due to CITES export regulations.
I live in the UK (which, is, unfortunately, "outside Europe" these days) and I've been thinking about staps from a UK supplier called the strap tailor. They offer several off the shelf 19mm options in 110mm x 65mm (their "standard" size is 120 x 70mm).
Having a 8.5" wrist I generally swap out the 120/80 sizes for 130/90 straps. I have a Air Blue Bravo Chrono, that's 44mm and the stock strap is 120/80 and I use the first or 2nd hole, depending on the weather. Would like to use the 3rd or 4th hole.
You got the opposite problem as I have. Like e do you just generally stick to bracelets?
Yeah some straps ive had, were the right size but didnt have enough holes...i always go down to the second to last or third to last hole...
Hi Guy, thanks for this very informative video. I have a 6" wrist so learning about these shorter straps was great. Just FYI, I found and ordered the Hirsch Buffalo short leather strap (for my Hamilton Khaki 38mm) on Amazon for $39, so I saved a few bucks. I wouldn't have even known they existed if not for your info so thanks again bro!
Can you specify the measurements of each part ?
@@AP-ul4zj google it
I wish strap makers would make different versions of the buckle (polished, brushed, etc).
Thanks, hard to find a good strap for a small wrist, especially in the 20mm+ range.
That Hamilton is awesome 😎👍
I have smaller wrists (but 178cm tall) and I always have to punch in my own holes. The last hole is way too loose to be comfortable and it's got a long flappy excess of strap hanging out at the back. The struggles.
Same here (178cm tall, long arms, slim wrists). I prefer to use bracelets because of this. Now I know there are strap options
Colareb makes shorter straps. Been thinking of getting one. Seen a few pics on Instagram and they fit well on around 6 inch wrist
Great video Guy!
Thanks buddy.
Hi, nice video! What clor is the Duke strap? It looks like red but there are many in Hirsch site.
Thanks for the informative and interesting review Guy. Just interested, why didn't you use the drilled lugs to get the existing strap off (the pin of the Bergeon in the drilled lug to pop the spring bar). Cheers Noel
Just figured I'd show how the spring bar tool works, since most watches don't have drilled lugs. But normally I would have used the holes.
@@JustBlueFish That makes sense, thanks for clarifying Guy. Noel
Just the video I need, thanks.
Try and do a review on Finwatchstraps. I really wanna try one of their straps since I’m half Finish
how about rubber/silicone straps for 6.25" inch wrist?
Sure why not?
some very nice straps there cheers
Are they still in business? website not working.
Does the measurement include the buckle (~ 1 cm) or does it only include the leather ?
Only the leather.
Hey I heard you say that you are a moderator on the Hamilton Watch Owner group on FB. Which moderator are you?
Longer than Harry Potter episode
If you want to keep your strap without the tail showing. Change places withe the straps. The buckle buckle becomes the top and longer becomes the bottom The tail only shows on your side of the wrist. The British have been doing this forever
I think that would bother me even more, I’d see a lot more of the strap that way.
I’m biased toward Hadley-Roma. It’s the brand of strap that has lasted for me. Barton went to shit. Ritchie went to shit. Lesson Learned. 😂
I put holes in my rubber straps.
Most of the straps are just too long. I have 8 inch wrist and I can easily wear the smallest sizes I found available. Whenever I buy a strap I always choose the smaller option, and it fits great my giant wrists.
What are these ‘milly meeters’ of which you speak?