OR 1. You buy a 2 piece nylon strap. Will look like a nato, no extra bulkiness. 2. You buy a normal nato and just fit your hand between the two layers that go underneath the watch. After that you can still put it on as you would normally.
I like Max but this is a huge miss, the whole point of a NOTO is to save you watch if a bar goes. Trying to copy the look is just daft because it copies the bulkiness, far batter just to buy a nylon strap!
Yep. Saved my watch a few times during dives. The watch would hang on one side but at least still intact. Still a great vid and might check those new straps out.
@@matthewjohnson647 well, IIRC he addressed it by saying "yeah, this negates the security of the NATO strap, since if the spring bar fails then the watch with the strap falls off your wrist all at once, but it still looks cool." Lol
@@matthewjohnson647 Quite the opposite - If a spring bar fails whilst using one of these straps then your Watch is hitting the floor quicker than R Kelly at a pre-teen disco! It's purely for the NATO look while reducing the bulk, minus the security.
This is nonsense. NONE of the watches that the NATO was designed and issued for EVER had springbars. This is just people trying to retro-actively explain something they don't actually know the origins of.
I have always hated Nato straps especially with the multiple layers folded up rather than just cutting the strap to size. I stumbled across metal Milanese mesh bracelets and they are a game changer for the "outdoorsy" type watch. The standard Milanese mesh is too thin but they are available at 3mm thick (using 1mm wire). Unfortunately they appear to only be available in 16mm - 22mm with no "odd mm" sizes. Give fleabay a go but they take a bit of searching to find.
I'll defiantly give them a try! I've seen a few friends try them out on Galli S1's but I've never personally had one and thanks for the additional info
Also you should review the MN strap, it's basically Nato, but better and more stretchy, and way less being push up on your wrist like a NATO and way more useful and less ackward like the Zero Pass
So to be clear, another "con" is that it obviously doesn't have the same security as a real NATO because if a spring bar fails, the whole thing just falls off. But that's ok, because this thing isn't made for military use; like so many other things with watches, it's a costume of prior heritage. Great video, dude. I'm glad WatchCrunch signal boosted your channel because I needed a channel that reviewed third party straps.
Excellent point. This is surely true for the large majority of watch enthusiasts. But I do think some people wear NATOs “seriously,” like military and outdoorsy types. To me, understanding the real purpose makes me less likely to buy a “better” NATO strap, both for historical and functional reasons.
@antenox thanks so much for the support, and it’s been a huge help for my channel that he gave me a shout out. Especially as a small creator it can be hard to get impressions without a lot of subscribers
Absolutely nailed it. A single pass still feels super thin while also still giving you the benefit of an actual nato. I love the guys at watch crunch but I think the zero pass just isn’t for me.
It’s not for everyone but if you ever give it a try I think you’ll realize it’s more comfortable than you think I will say that single pass straps in second which can be a close or far 2nd depending on the brand
Picked up a MAMACOO's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
I’ve looked at these before but you’ve made me reconsider, if he does a sale price on the FXD version I’ll pick one up Currently single pass still works best on pretty much any watch for me. Comfortable, and no movement when active
that was incredible. what a beautiful watch and what great work you did on it!I love MAMACOO watch!! Dream watch! Everytime I wear it, makes me feel amazing!
The focus on the added thickness on top, under the watch case, was overlooked by the thickness added all around to the sides and bottom of the wrist. Not to mention the additional steps to secure the strap. If you are aiming for the NATO strap look without the thickness, I feel the two piece NATO style straps address that issue better. kudos for thinking outside the box but IMHO, this is a solution looking for a problem.
Thanks for the feedback! I think you raise good points, but I also think it's an interesting take on the traditional NATO strap. Have you tried on in person yet?
Thanks for subscribing, I’m glad you liked the video! I hope you keep making great content for regular people like us and if you ever have a video idea please let me know
Well you now have 1001 subscribers ai just subscribed to your channel! Great video and I urge you to keep making watch content. Your new subscribers and fans Holden and Michele from Amish’land, (Lititz) Pennsylvania USA 🇺🇸
Yes, I have bought from MAMACOO more than once. I even bought a new Omega Speedmaster which came with the fancy box and packaging. I am thrilled with all my purchases here. I would purchase from MAMACOO again for sure.
Great video! I prefer a lower profile as well. I also agree that the process of putting it on does seem a bit cumbersome BUT in fairness so much of what we do with our watches is cumbersome 😂😂😂
Honestly I understand that people dislike the 2 layer of bulk from nato, but Zero pass make the purpose of nato pointless, so I've always recommended people go 2 ways 1, buy a 2 piece or leather 2, buy a MN strap (Marine National) The last one is my fav, stretchy and easy to wear with little to no bulk, still have the philosophy of Nato apply.
Thanks for watching and I appreciate the feedback! I'm trying to test out new straps as often as I can to see what's out there Any recommendations on other non-standard straps?
A miss for me. I'd just as son get a single pass or stretch NATO or two piece. Plus, my hand and wrist are larger, from what I gather it won't fit me. So a miss.
I just got into watch collecting. I've loved watches since I was young but I never had anyone teach me or bring deeper into the world. MAMACOO brought closer to a community and hobby I always wanted to get into more and that is incredibly meaningful to me !
Yeeeaaah Naw, I've never been a big NATO guy to begin with and that seems like a bit too much work getting it on your wrist and fastened. One of the few reasons I will use a NATO is when there's a large gap between the spring bar holes and the watch case. A pass thru strap will hide that unsightly gap while with a zero pass strap you still have that gap. An otherwise excellent and informative video, thumbs up given! 👍🏽
Yeah, I totally get what you're saying about the bulk and the gap! I didn’t think about it till you said it but if I ever made a part 2 that would be another point to make. Appreciate you supporting the channel 🙌🏾
@@WristUnwound many, the typical NATO designs, but some are not long enough for single pass. Even then they're a bit tight. It would be the perfect strap, it's noticeable better than the one pass system.
Agree its very innovative & like what he does though not being big on nato's personally iv'e found using it as a single pass adequate enough on the rare occasion its used but kudos to Max for bringing his idea to market.
It’s a miss. Why not just get a nylon strap? A NATO style is to prevent you from losing your watch because of a spring bar failure or a watch with solid bars. On a side note, couldn’t see your hand during the operation, out of frame.
That is not what a NATO was designed for at all. None of the watches it was designed for had springbars. Springbars were never a consideration as they were never used.
I haven’t seen any nylon straps that caught my interest, are there any you would recommend? And I appreciate that feedback, as you can tell I’m still learning
I just use the original issue CWC NATO straps. They are welded and not stitched and even the buckle is springbar free making them very reliable. Of course colours are limited but the NATOs were only ever issued in grey and black.
I don’t really see the point of this. Just use a single pass nato, or a two piece strap made of nato material. This looks extremely bulky on the underside and very cumbersome to put on. Plus, $50 for a nato? These are made in China for $0.50
Thanks for the feedback, I understand your point about the price. I think the comfort level or wearing it make up for the bulk buy everyone is different in what they are looking for. I really do appreciate your support and taking the time to support my small channel and while you didn’t like this one I hope to make other videos you can enjoy
Good video and well presented. It is an interesting strap design, but it looks very fiddly to put on and has all the bulk of a NATO that I hate. Two piece nylon straps for me, but I'll subscribe to help you get to 1000 👍
@WristUnwound No, I was aware of them, but I've never got on with all the excess strap on NATOs, so didn't look into them further. TH-cam suggested your video and you got me interested.
I think it's just a case of "building a better mousetrap." Solving a problem that didn't exist. Invent something, convince people they need it and sell it to them.
I think for us with smaller wrist it is nice to have the look without the extra layers underneath. But I do understand that if you don’t mind that cloth it’s not an issue
It's sad that watches that look good cost over 1k+. MAMACOO watches are REALLY well made, and it just shows how a brand name on a watch can make its price 10x higher. I understand that if you look under a microscope, you'll find the difference, but just how many of you really inspect a watch at that level when you see someone with a watch?
I don't get it, it negates the very purpose of a NATO as well as doubling the amount of strap everywhere else. Might as well get a two-piece nylon if you want the NATO look without adding height.
I’ll say I haven’t tried the two piece nylon yet but for me this strap has been incredibly comfortable and has the same look. Are there any two piece nylons you would recommend?
@@WristUnwound Can't recommend since I'm happy with usual NATO, or indeed my single pass perlon (Eulit are the ones for them!). Barton seem to be pretty decent at the two piece if you're interested though.
As someone who doesn't like the look of NATOs, I'm a fan of these (I hate all the extra bulk they add under the watch and having to tuck the extra slack into the keeper). They don't add any extra bulk to the watch which is great, and the leather one is especially nice! I have the red leather one and it looks and feels great. Yeah, it doesn't function like a NATO, but c'mon... how many people doing normal activities have had a spring bar fail??
And they're a lot more comfortable to wear than any of my nato straps. My favorite is their lucky green leather. It looks really nice on my Seiko Alpinist and my Bulova Lunar Pilot. I also have their steel grey and army green nylon straps which I rotate around. They're currently my favorite straps.
I’m really looking to get the leather one next, and I totally agree with all your point and will add that I’ve literally jumped out of planes multiple times and still never had a spring bar fail
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MAMACOO I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
Hey! Good video. I tried looking at Max’s and it wasn’t clear how it worked. Thank you for being so detailed! I am a new subscriber. Looking forward to your next productions.
Funnily enough, MAMACOO's replicas are perfect for people who can actually afford a luxury watch. Because in those social circles, it wouldn't matter and everybody would just assume it's real. You have a yacht and a beach house in Tuscany, of course that replica is real. There isn't a millionaire out there going around with a jeweller's loupe to scrutinize their acquaintance's watch. They'll just go "Oh is that a Patek? Nice, I should really get my hands on one of those, they look great."
It was a timex expansion and it was not with nato 😢 I just use my foot to protect my watch lucky that tym and second tym fallen down on case and got scratch 😢
I just got mine a few weeks ago and I absolutely love it. Very comfortable and makes the watch fit a lot better. I have a ton of nato straps both leather and nylon and this zero pass is the most comfortable to wear and the best looking. I have it on a Seiko Alpinist and a Bulova Lunar Pilot and it looks really good on my wrist with both watch. I don't go on combat missions or deep sea diving with my watch so I'm not really worried about spring bar failures. Decades of wearing watches to work and with normal day to day activities and never had a spring bar failure on any of my watch. I've worn nato straps purely for the aesthetics and not for the security against spring bar failures. 99% of those who wear nato straps are probably the same, weather they admit it or not.
This is more TH-cam grifting, goofy AF and squarely aimed at the WatchCrunch community that Max helped develop with an eye towards future monetization. I owned a clothing company that made professional quality work wear for commercial fisherman and the idea that $30-40 for a strip of cloth and a few pieces of hardware is reasonable shows just how gullible some people are in the face of affinity marketing. I sold six-pocket cordura shorts for less than that. Max made a video calling those who didn’t like his idea “haters”. A maker blaming the preferences of the marketplace for the lukewarm reception of his product tells me everything I need to know about his business acumen.
I think it serves a different purpose. I think it provides the aesthetics of a NATO without the bulk of having the cloth underneath but you are right in the fact that it does lack the security of NATO
Just my opinion, but after years of using them I have quit NATO straps completely. I just got tired of the slop of the extra material that is folded back a stuffed into the hardware. The concept was sound for a hard use military type function, the safety of the prevention of the loss of the watch in the event of spring bar failure, but my military days are over, so I don't need that redundancy. I just settled on two-piece nylon straps, made of similar material as NATOs, but with a standard strap look in terms the stowing of the strap end. I have a box with dozens of NATO straps that I just can't go back to, and I doubt the zero pass strap would change my opinion on the sloppy look of that extra material. Enjoy your channel.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on NATO straps! I get that some people don't like the look of the extra material And thanks so much for your support it really does help and means a lot to me 🙌🏾
It doesn’t offer the same protection but it does give you the look without the extra material under the watch. Do you have a favorite alternative strap?
I dont get it. The Zero Pass defeats the point of a NATO. And if I wanted a NATO look without the extra layer, I'd just buy a two-piece. To me, it seems like the guy tried to reinvent the wheel.
OR
1. You buy a 2 piece nylon strap. Will look like a nato, no extra bulkiness.
2. You buy a normal nato and just fit your hand between the two layers that go underneath the watch. After that you can still put it on as you would normally.
Do you like wearing your hand through the nato? I’ve tried it and it didn’t seem to fit right for me
3rd option: MN strap
I like Max but this is a huge miss, the whole point of a NOTO is to save you watch if a bar goes. Trying to copy the look is just daft because it copies the bulkiness, far batter just to buy a nylon strap!
Yep. Saved my watch a few times during dives. The watch would hang on one side but at least still intact. Still a great vid and might check those new straps out.
I could be wrong, but I think Max addresses the fact that this is still secure in the event of a spring bar failure.
@@matthewjohnson647 well, IIRC he addressed it by saying "yeah, this negates the security of the NATO strap, since if the spring bar fails then the watch with the strap falls off your wrist all at once, but it still looks cool." Lol
@@matthewjohnson647 Quite the opposite - If a spring bar fails whilst using one of these straps then your Watch is hitting the floor quicker than R Kelly at a pre-teen disco! It's purely for the NATO look while reducing the bulk, minus the security.
This is nonsense. NONE of the watches that the NATO was designed and issued for EVER had springbars.
This is just people trying to retro-actively explain something they don't actually know the origins of.
I have always hated Nato straps especially with the multiple layers folded up rather than just cutting the strap to size.
I stumbled across metal Milanese mesh bracelets and they are a game changer for the "outdoorsy" type watch.
The standard Milanese mesh is too thin but they are available at 3mm thick (using 1mm wire).
Unfortunately they appear to only be available in 16mm - 22mm with no "odd mm" sizes.
Give fleabay a go but they take a bit of searching to find.
I'll defiantly give them a try! I've seen a few friends try them out on Galli S1's but I've never personally had one and thanks for the additional info
Also you should review the MN strap, it's basically Nato, but better and more stretchy, and way less being push up on your wrist like a NATO and way more useful and less ackward like the Zero Pass
So to be clear, another "con" is that it obviously doesn't have the same security as a real NATO because if a spring bar fails, the whole thing just falls off. But that's ok, because this thing isn't made for military use; like so many other things with watches, it's a costume of prior heritage.
Great video, dude. I'm glad WatchCrunch signal boosted your channel because I needed a channel that reviewed third party straps.
Excellent point. This is surely true for the large majority of watch enthusiasts. But I do think some people wear NATOs “seriously,” like military and outdoorsy types. To me, understanding the real purpose makes me less likely to buy a “better” NATO strap, both for historical and functional reasons.
In essence this is just wearing a bunch of unnecessary strap on your wrist. You really have to like the nato strap look a lot to chose this option.
@antenox thanks so much for the support, and it’s been a huge help for my channel that he gave me a shout out. Especially as a small creator it can be hard to get impressions without a lot of subscribers
I will say I used to wear them seriously, but being honestly I’ve done a lot of work in training and have never had a spring bar fail (knock on wood)
I find, personally, a single pass is non-bulky enough for me. Great video!
Absolutely nailed it. A single pass still feels super thin while also still giving you the benefit of an actual nato. I love the guys at watch crunch but I think the zero pass just isn’t for me.
It’s not for everyone but if you ever give it a try I think you’ll realize it’s more comfortable than you think
I will say that single pass straps in second which can be a close or far 2nd depending on the brand
@WristUnwound Cool! Thank you
No worries and thanks again for your support 🙌🏾
Great video my guy!
Thanks for watching, I’m glad you liked it! And I appreciate the support 🙌🏾
1K!!🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you for being a part of the journey!
Picked up a MAMACOO's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
Sounds like you've got the bug! 😉
I’ve looked at these before but you’ve made me reconsider, if he does a sale price on the FXD version I’ll pick one up
Currently single pass still works best on pretty much any watch for me. Comfortable, and no movement when active
If I ever get a discount code or see a sale I’ll try and share a video or community post
that was incredible. what a beautiful watch and what great work you did on it!I love MAMACOO watch!! Dream watch! Everytime I wear it, makes me feel amazing!
Thanks for the love, and I love it too! But isn’t MAMACOO a 🪤
What is the brass watch with the green strap?
It’s the Timex Expedition North Titanium, there have been a few variations that have come out since then
The focus on the added thickness on top, under the watch case, was overlooked by the thickness added all around to the sides and bottom of the wrist. Not to mention the additional steps to secure the strap.
If you are aiming for the NATO strap look without the thickness, I feel the two piece NATO style straps address that issue better.
kudos for thinking outside the box but IMHO, this is a solution looking for a problem.
Thanks for the feedback! I think you raise good points, but I also think it's an interesting take on the traditional NATO strap.
Have you tried on in person yet?
Subscribed. Fantastic video on this particular strap. 👍✌️
Thanks for subscribing, I’m glad you liked the video! I hope you keep making great content for regular people like us and if you ever have a video idea please let me know
Single pass straps work just fine for me. I have a large flat wrist, so YMMV.
Yeah, it definitely depends on your wrist and how you like your watch to sit. Thanks for coming and supporting the channel
bruh 50 bucks for a non oem fabric strap is not a good deal
Price is relative, now I will say when I put this strap on a $100 watch it is a little weird 😝
Thanks for the video bro. Well done
Appreciate you checking it out bro! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
Outstanding video.I have to go with the MAMACOO, especially with that green dial as my favorite
Thanks, and is it true that Mamacoo has access to the holy grail?
Well you now have 1001 subscribers ai just subscribed to your channel! Great video and I urge you to keep making watch content. Your new subscribers and fans Holden and Michele from Amish’land, (Lititz) Pennsylvania USA 🇺🇸
Welcome to the community, Michele and Holden! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I hope to keep making content that you all enjoy!
Yes, I have bought from MAMACOO more than once. I even bought a new Omega Speedmaster which came with the fancy box and packaging. I am thrilled with all my purchases here. I would purchase from MAMACOO again for sure.
I guess that settles it then.
Great video! I prefer a lower profile as well. I also agree that the process of putting it on does seem a bit cumbersome BUT in fairness so much of what we do with our watches is cumbersome 😂😂😂
You are absolutely right though, you can't deny it, it does look super cool!
And I really appreciate the support 🙌🏾🙌🏾
Honestly I understand that people dislike the 2 layer of bulk from nato, but Zero pass make the purpose of nato pointless, so I've always recommended people go 2 ways
1, buy a 2 piece or leather
2, buy a MN strap (Marine National)
The last one is my fav, stretchy and easy to wear with little to no bulk, still have the philosophy of Nato apply.
I don’t think it’s a hit, nice review but I think it could be more of a gimmick then something properly useful.
Thanks for watching and I appreciate the feedback! I'm trying to test out new straps as often as I can to see what's out there
Any recommendations on other non-standard straps?
A miss for me. I'd just as son get a single pass or stretch NATO or two piece. Plus, my hand and wrist are larger, from what I gather it won't fit me. So a miss.
Actually it should fit you better, I don’t know if it would fit anyone with a wrist smaller than mine
But I understand the feeling for wanting a single pass or other options but if you on the fence it might be worth giving it a try
How big is your wrist for reference?
Sorry it took me so long to reply. I had to find some measuring tape in my house but I’m 15 cm or just a little under 6 in.
I just got into watch collecting. I've loved watches since I was young but I never had anyone teach me or bring deeper into the world. MAMACOO brought closer to a community and hobby I always wanted to get into more and that is incredibly meaningful to me !
In the words of a famous song “it’s a trap”
Nice visual style you got, sir. Subscribed
Appreciate the support! What other content are you interested in?
Yeeeaaah Naw, I've never been a big NATO guy to begin with and that seems like a bit too much work getting it on your wrist and fastened. One of the few reasons I will use a NATO is when there's a large gap between the spring bar holes and the watch case. A pass thru strap will hide that unsightly gap while with a zero pass strap you still have that gap. An otherwise excellent and informative video, thumbs up given! 👍🏽
Yeah, I totally get what you're saying about the bulk and the gap! I didn’t think about it till you said it but if I ever made a part 2 that would be another point to make.
Appreciate you supporting the channel 🙌🏾
Zero pass elastic paratrooper is best, but hard to find. You need an extra long paratrooper to work.
I’ve never seen one, what colors do they come in
@@WristUnwound many, the typical NATO designs, but some are not long enough for single pass. Even then they're a bit tight. It would be the perfect strap, it's noticeable better than the one pass system.
I think it’s called a “keeper.” Helpful video, thanks!
Good looking out, in the words of DJ Khaled “I appreciate you”
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LIKE THE WATCH BUT THE STRAP NOT FOR ME GREAT VIDEO KEEP IT GOING
Appreciate the support, glad you enjoyed the video!
Agree its very innovative & like what he does though not being big on nato's personally iv'e found using it as a single pass adequate enough on the rare occasion its used but kudos to Max for bringing his idea to market.
Agreed, it’s not everyday we get to see innovations in the watch space.
And thanks again for supporting the channel, it really does mean a lot 🙌🏾
It’s a miss. Why not just get a nylon strap? A NATO style is to prevent you from losing your watch because of a spring bar failure or a watch with solid bars. On a side note, couldn’t see your hand during the operation, out of frame.
That is not what a NATO was designed for at all. None of the watches it was designed for had springbars.
Springbars were never a consideration as they were never used.
I haven’t seen any nylon straps that caught my interest, are there any you would recommend? And I appreciate that feedback, as you can tell I’m still learning
While it may not be the original purpose it is a definite pro to NATOs that this strap is missing
I just use the original issue CWC NATO straps. They are welded and not stitched and even the buckle is springbar free making them very reliable. Of course colours are limited but the NATOs were only ever issued in grey and black.
I’ve never used CWC but may have to give them a look
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It’s a trap 🪤
This isn't a new concept. Look up Nick Mankey's straps.
I was hoping he mentioned this in the video, this process of no added bulk has been done before. NM imo does it better
I’ve never heard of these, where is the best place to find them?
Where can I find them?
The NATO look is a pass for me in any event, but if I wanted that look I'd probably buy a two-piece.
I appreciate you coming by the channels and showing support 🙌🏾
I don’t really see the point of this. Just use a single pass nato, or a two piece strap made of nato material. This looks extremely bulky on the underside and very cumbersome to put on. Plus, $50 for a nato? These are made in China for $0.50
Thanks for the feedback, I understand your point about the price. I think the comfort level or wearing it make up for the bulk buy everyone is different in what they are looking for.
I really do appreciate your support and taking the time to support my small channel and while you didn’t like this one I hope to make other videos you can enjoy
Good video and well presented. It is an interesting strap design, but it looks very fiddly to put on and has all the bulk of a NATO that I hate. Two piece nylon straps for me, but I'll subscribe to help you get to 1000 👍
I really appreciate the support I’m getting much closer 👌🏾 have you seen one of these in the person yet?
@WristUnwound No, I was aware of them, but I've never got on with all the excess strap on NATOs, so didn't look into them further. TH-cam suggested your video and you got me interested.
Well thank you so much for coming by and supporting the channel 🫡
I just don't like the excess sticking out on one side of NATO straps so have never warmed to them
That’s a super fair point, have you looked at the Octopod from Zulu Diver? It gives you a similar look with no excess
Nice Timex James Brand. 😎
Thanks! This strap pairs so well with the Timex watch! Have you seen the new collab in blue?
Only in pictures, but looks nice!
I couldn’t justify buying it after owning the first edition but if I ever find a good deal on the used one its mine 😍
Thanks again for the support 🙌🏾
Great video! I was a little bit on the edge but I think I'm going to pick one up after watching this vid.
You won’t regret it! And let me know what you think of it!
Are you getting nylon or leather?
I think it's just a case of "building a better mousetrap." Solving a problem that didn't exist. Invent something, convince people they need it and sell it to them.
I think for us with smaller wrist it is nice to have the look without the extra layers underneath. But I do understand that if you don’t mind that cloth it’s not an issue
It's sad that watches that look good cost over 1k+. MAMACOO watches are REALLY well made, and it just shows how a brand name on a watch can make its price 10x higher. I understand that if you look under a microscope, you'll find the difference, but just how many of you really inspect a watch at that level when you see someone with a watch?
But I hear that it’s trap 🪤 is it true you have to give a finger print first?
I don't get it, it negates the very purpose of a NATO as well as doubling the amount of strap everywhere else. Might as well get a two-piece nylon if you want the NATO look without adding height.
I’ll say I haven’t tried the two piece nylon yet but for me this strap has been incredibly comfortable and has the same look.
Are there any two piece nylons you would recommend?
@@WristUnwound Can't recommend since I'm happy with usual NATO, or indeed my single pass perlon (Eulit are the ones for them!).
Barton seem to be pretty decent at the two piece if you're interested though.
I have a few Barton straps but never heard of the other company. Thanks for the heads up 🙌🏾
that was incredible. what a beautiful watch and what great work you did on it!MAMACOO
I appreciate you taking the time to watch! A bot view is still a view 🤖 at least I think 🤔
As someone who doesn't like the look of NATOs, I'm a fan of these (I hate all the extra bulk they add under the watch and having to tuck the extra slack into the keeper). They don't add any extra bulk to the watch which is great, and the leather one is especially nice! I have the red leather one and it looks and feels great. Yeah, it doesn't function like a NATO, but c'mon... how many people doing normal activities have had a spring bar fail??
And they're a lot more comfortable to wear than any of my nato straps. My favorite is their lucky green leather. It looks really nice on my Seiko Alpinist and my Bulova Lunar Pilot. I also have their steel grey and army green nylon straps which I rotate around. They're currently my favorite straps.
I’m really looking to get the leather one next, and I totally agree with all your point and will add that I’ve literally jumped out of planes multiple times and still never had a spring bar fail
Great choices in watches btw!
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MAMACOO I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
Dr. Seuss wrote about this once
Looks like too much extra material on the outside.
It’s not as bad as it looks and some of it is because I have it pulled to the very last hole
Hey! Good video. I tried looking at Max’s and it wasn’t clear how it worked. Thank you for being so detailed!
I am a new subscriber. Looking forward to your next productions.
Thanks for subscribing! I'll try to keep the content rolling! And I really appreciate the support 🙌🏾
Funnily enough, MAMACOO's replicas are perfect for people who can actually afford a luxury watch. Because in those social circles, it wouldn't matter and everybody would just assume it's real. You have a yacht and a beach house in Tuscany, of course that replica is real. There isn't a millionaire out there going around with a jeweller's loupe to scrutinize their acquaintance's watch. They'll just go "Oh is that a Patek? Nice, I should really get my hands on one of those, they look great."
Really never saw it that way...
Enjoyed your video but the strap itself makes no sense.
Thanks so much for the support! While this strap isn’t for you hopefully some of my other videos will be 👍🏾
For those of us that wear watches with fixed bars this is a great additional option
What’s your go to watch?
If your spring bar goes on any watch, strap its bye bye shiny watch .
At least a NATO will save it , i suppose .
Have you ever had a spring bar fail?
Nato is maked for safety of our watch if zero passed it makes not safe 😢
Very true. How often have you had spring bars fail on you?
@WristUnwound 2 times
Wow, same watch? and what were you doing when it happened?
It was a timex expansion and it was not with nato 😢 I just use my foot to protect my watch lucky that tym and second tym fallen down on case and got scratch 😢
Hate to hear the watch got scratched but glad it wasn't lost
Great video mate👍👍
Thanks 👍 I always appreciate the support 🙌🏾
Beautiful video with a very valid point on innovation from a TH-camr!
Thanks, I really appreciate you taking the time to watch. 👍
Great video. This strap isn’t for me… thanks for walking us through it.
Appreciate you coming by the channels and showing support 🙌🏾
I just got mine a few weeks ago and I absolutely love it. Very comfortable and makes the watch fit a lot better. I have a ton of nato straps both leather and nylon and this zero pass is the most comfortable to wear and the best looking. I have it on a Seiko Alpinist and a Bulova Lunar Pilot and it looks really good on my wrist with both watch. I don't go on combat missions or deep sea diving with my watch so I'm not really worried about spring bar failures. Decades of wearing watches to work and with normal day to day activities and never had a spring bar failure on any of my watch. I've worn nato straps purely for the aesthetics and not for the security against spring bar failures. 99% of those who wear nato straps are probably the same, weather they admit it or not.
Thanks for the review, you hit the nail on the head. You've got great taste, the Alpinist and Lunar Pilot are both awesome choices!
This is more TH-cam grifting, goofy AF and squarely aimed at the WatchCrunch community that Max helped develop with an eye towards future monetization. I owned a clothing company that made professional quality work wear for commercial fisherman and the idea that $30-40 for a strip of cloth and a few pieces of hardware is reasonable shows just how gullible some people are in the face of affinity marketing. I sold six-pocket cordura shorts for less than that. Max made a video calling those who didn’t like his idea “haters”. A maker blaming the preferences of the marketplace for the lukewarm reception of his product tells me everything I need to know about his business acumen.
Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!
It has all the disadvantages of a normal nato strap and none of the advantages, lol. After I saw this I unsubscribed from his channel.
I think it serves a different purpose. I think it provides the aesthetics of a NATO without the bulk of having the cloth underneath but you are right in the fact that it does lack the security of NATO
Is this the stolen valor version of watch accessories?
😂🤪😂🤪 more like the JROTC
Just my opinion, but after years of using them I have quit NATO straps completely. I just got tired of the slop of the extra material that is folded back a stuffed into the hardware. The concept was sound for a hard use military type function, the safety of the prevention of the loss of the watch in the event of spring bar failure, but my military days are over, so I don't need that redundancy.
I just settled on two-piece nylon straps, made of similar material as NATOs, but with a standard strap look in terms the stowing of the strap end.
I have a box with dozens of NATO straps that I just can't go back to, and I doubt the zero pass strap would change my opinion on the sloppy look of that extra material.
Enjoy your channel.
The military watches that NATOs were made for never had springbars.
Me too, two piece nylon straps with NATO style keepers are a great compromise.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on NATO straps! I get that some people don't like the look of the extra material
And thanks so much for your support it really does help and means a lot to me 🙌🏾
All these manlets complaining about layers of nylon need to get out more.
What’s a manlet? Someone else is asking.. not me because I know what it is 👀
Put the strap on, then put on the spring bar.
Stop watching here
But did you hit like and subscribe for the algorithm before you left? 😆
that defeats the point of the nato.
It doesn’t offer the same protection but it does give you the look without the extra material under the watch.
Do you have a favorite alternative strap?
I dont get it. The Zero Pass defeats the point of a NATO. And if I wanted a NATO look without the extra layer, I'd just buy a two-piece.
To me, it seems like the guy tried to reinvent the wheel.
I think they had a recent promotion where you could buy one and if you don't like it you could return it. It might be worth a try
overpriced garbage
The Zero Pass Strap looks more elegant than even the Single Pass NATO Strap so it is surely a HIT !!
Totally agree and thanks so much for supporting the channel
The leather version is ridiculously soft.
That’s great to hear, what color did you get?
@@WristUnwound Ron Burgundy
Great name for a strap too 😆 shocked they didn’t get copy righted
Ran into this video thanks to the algorithm. Great job. Look forward to more nice video
Awesome! Thank you for supporting and I’m glad the TH-cam gods put you in front on me and I didn’t whiff it 🙌🏾