Artem sent me their latest hydroflex straps for review so here are my thoughts. I do not have to give the straps back. Link to Artems website artemstraps.com
Similar in quality to be fair (tool less strap changing system aside) but the key differentiator is always the clasp and in that department three is no comparison. If you are happy with stainless steel tang buckle Artem are very good. I would like Artem to have a stronger taper for my taste though.
They are different yes. Both very well made but different looks. The hydroflex is more sporty and arguably has more to it in terms of how it is manufactured. I wouldn’t say one is necessarily better than the other it just depends what look you are after.
Usually I am all about plain dials. I don't even like the date window. But this watch is calling to me. I have a six and a quarter inch wrist and so I stick to 39 mm watches. I don't think I can pull this one off 😢.
@paulchakola2860 this is the first ‘complicated’ watch I have ever owned. I think it’s the simplistic clean design that I love the most. I would say try one on before ruling it out. The all black case wears smaller than the dimensions suggest.
Great review and points.
How do these straps compare to the straps that Zenith supplies with the ceramic pilot?
Similar in quality to be fair (tool less strap changing system aside) but the key differentiator is always the clasp and in that department three is no comparison. If you are happy with stainless steel tang buckle Artem are very good.
I would like Artem to have a stronger taper for my taste though.
These are different than the Artem sailcloth straps? If so which do you prefer?
They are different yes. Both very well made but different looks. The hydroflex is more sporty and arguably has more to it in terms of how it is manufactured. I wouldn’t say one is necessarily better than the other it just depends what look you are after.
Love that black and grey combo. What is the size of your wrist?
It does look nice. Exactly 7 inches.
Usually I am all about plain dials. I don't even like the date window. But this watch is calling to me. I have a six and a quarter inch wrist and so I stick to 39 mm watches. I don't think I can pull this one off 😢.
@paulchakola2860 this is the first ‘complicated’ watch I have ever owned. I think it’s the simplistic clean design that I love the most.
I would say try one on before ruling it out. The all black case wears smaller than the dimensions suggest.