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| A Bevy of Bobs | Rate Topic |
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| Posted: Wed Jul 9th, 2008 10:31 pm |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Thought I would grab a Bob and see how it treated me. Struck a great deal with MAC and was able to get three straps on the cheap. Pretty good shipping time from Germany. I know Ian got one and wasn't overly pleased, but I think these are going to get a lot better with a little wear. Strap One, a Bob Vertigo Calfskin in Brown     This strap gets a solid *** OK The floating keeper seems a bit off in color. this may improve over time as the strap gets some WABI going. A touch stiff but I can see it will break in easily. Strap Two, a Bob Vertigo Calfskin in Black     This strap gets a solid *** + OK + And this strap too will take some breaking in but as I have worn it now for a couple of hours I can see it has a lot of potential to soften up nicely. I like the distressed look and feel. Both this strap and the brown Vertigo have a nice lining which looks as though it won't sweat stain too badly so these seem ideal for summer. Strap Three, a Bob Marino Barillo in Brandy     This strap gets a solid *** +++ OK +++ Would be a four if not for a little flaw in the leather and the stiffness. This tapers down to 22mm at the buckle and has a bit less brutish look. Very pleased with the color on this strap. This is a bit stiff too but will improve over time. I wouldn't have guessed it but I think this is my favorite out of the three. All ratings using a modified version of the ISSS which can be found here: http://www.timetechtalk.com/view_topic.php?id=12252&forum_id=30 These are not high end straps but they are not complete mass produced junk. The relatively inexpensive cost of the straps with a solid look and feel makes these a fairly attractive proposition imho. Thanks for taking a look!yourock.gif
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| Posted: Wed Jul 9th, 2008 10:45 pm |
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KenC Admin 
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I like the look of strap 3...the others suck (I know it's not your pics)...they look very rough and uncomfortable. Don't know what price range they are in...oh, BTW, your rating system sucks, too. You go from OK to Damn near perfect in a single star....and whats all the ++++ stuff? How many +++ make one whole *?  Inquiring minds want to know!!! woohoo.gif
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| Posted: Wed Jul 9th, 2008 10:53 pm |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Hey buddy, its the IanM ISSS. :D My modifications (++) are basically a quarter point per +.;) You are right the Vertigo straps are pretty rough but the lining is soft and smooth. I prefer a bit rougher look with the Kampschwimmer. If I ever get a Panny, who knows... I might even wear some exotic stuff...face4.gif
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| Posted: Wed Jul 9th, 2008 10:56 pm |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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I agree with you Mark...#3 is a winner on that watch..beautiful look
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| Posted: Wed Jul 9th, 2008 11:09 pm |
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hucky 3T WIS 
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I like Number 3 myself, looks great on that watch. I thought it was Boobs (Bobs) 
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| Posted: Wed Jul 9th, 2008 11:10 pm |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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I like the look of all of them. Congrats! ;) woohoo.gif
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| Posted: Wed Jul 9th, 2008 11:10 pm |
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hucky 3T WIS
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KenC wrote: I like the look of strap 3...the others suck (I know it's not your pics)...they look very rough and uncomfortable. Don't know what price range they are in...oh, BTW, your rating system sucks, too. You go from OK to Damn near perfect in a single star....and whats all the ++++ stuff? How many +++ make one whole *? Geez Ken, you forgot to call him a Maggot
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| Posted: Thu Jul 10th, 2008 07:05 am |
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IanM 3T WIS 
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Number 3 is nice, Pax. I haven't bought any distressed straps yet so won't comment on something I know nothing about! Keep us up to date on how they break in. My concern with the Bob straps was this breaking-in business. Guess we are spoilt by the Red12s and the Savages (and others) of the world, cos they are pretty soft and comfy right out of the box. Ken - you are a hard marker! ;) Pax, number three just seems to highlight the Cal-dial better, IMHO. Those Marino Barillos look the biz. I am looking for something similar in a 24/24 up to 5mm thick (not 7mm thick like one I just bought - I got carried away with myself) with black stitching or no stitching at all. The 7mm came from the paneristi site and is beautifully made, but too thick for the intended purpose. It is ****, but now I need a new watch to make it work!!Back to the drawing board...:? Stay well y'all - IanM hand6.gif
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| Posted: Thu Jul 10th, 2008 09:31 am |
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KenC Admin
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Okay....."sucks" may have been a little harsh...at least as it pertains to the straps. It was just my initial reaction the them as they simply looked (to me) to be extremely uncomfortable. ...and PAX, let's take accountability for using (and then, of course, modifying) the grading system...it was your choice. How about: 1) Very Nice 2) Nice 3) Okay 4) Doesn't suck as bad as #5 5) SUCKS!
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| Posted: Thu Jul 10th, 2008 01:28 pm |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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They all look Awesome Mark!....Congratshand6.gif I have been a fan of BOB straps since the day we opened here on 3T and have always thought they were a great value yourock.gif http://www.timetechtalk.com/view_topic.php?id=447&forum_id=9
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| Posted: Thu Jul 10th, 2008 11:44 pm |
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aujang 3T WIS 
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Love the look of the Kampfschwimmer on strap #2 perfect.gif Really digging that distressed look.
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| Posted: Sat Jul 12th, 2008 01:37 pm |
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murphy j 3T WIS 
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I thought all 3 looked pretty good. I Lhearteyes.gifVE vintage and/or distressed leather. I could give a rats @ss about the rating system Pax used. The commentary was enough for me. They all look good Pax, but I'm leaning towards #1 for my favorite. Although, after looking at them again, #3 is just as sweet. Last edited on Sat Jul 12th, 2008 01:38 pm by murphy j |
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