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srh_pres 3T WIS 
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Was wondering if anyone else had noticed that the Hirsch Liberty straps (or any other strap for that matter) can vary in width by up to 1 mm? I have a 20mm brown strap that when fitted to 20mm lugs, has a gap of almost 1mm, allowing some of the spring bar to show (ok, I may be a little anal about that, but I hate it when that happens). This pic shows what I mean - the strap was marked as 20mm:  I have noticed it on one of my 24mm straps too - but for that one I was able to 'massage' the leather out a little to spread it and fill the gap. Can't seem to do that for the smaller straps. Just curious and wanted to start the first thread...;) Steve Last edited on Sun Feb 25th, 2007 01:09 pm by srh_pres |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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I have noticed differences in only that some watches lug widths are 19mm and 21mm and not a true 20mm:? ....my old Archimedes was 21mm and a 22mm strap fit nicelyhand6.gif I use a digi-caliper to measure all widths now before ordering...I have found most of the German manufacturers use the odd size lugs..19,21,23mm..which straps are not readily availablewatch2.gif |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Good suggestion Oscar. Funny thing is, I put another "20mm" strap on the Archimede and it fit perfectly! :shock: O.A. Gaspar wrote: I have noticed differences in only that some watches lug widths are 19mm and 21mm and not a true 20mm:? |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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srh_pres wrote: I've run into this myself!:D I have that Locman 1970 that came with a 23mm Lorica which I hate and have yet to find a decent strap that fits without some major surgery!!and finally picked up a 24mm Invicta Ostrich from Avery w/the quick change pins...removed the quick pins and it fit perfect when no other 22/24mm would fit!hand6.gif I guess some strap manufacturers are more generous than others:P:P I like my straps to fit "snug at the lug" just like you do !  Good suggestion Oscar. Funny thing is, I put another "20mm" strap on the Archimede and it fit perfectly! :shock: |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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"Snug at the lug" - my new mantra... I like that...:D O.A. Gaspar wrote: srh_pres wrote: |
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mcwright Admin 
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Somewhat the same deal here. I have a dress SJ watch that is supposed to be a 20mm at the lugs. I can put most of my 22mm straps on it just fine. Again, I said most. The 20mm on this watch look like your picture. With a 22mm it look perfect. My guess is, it's most likely a euro type 21mm at the lugs. |
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KenC Admin 
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I actually prefer the 'shell cordovan" straps from IWI to the Hirsch Liberty straps. They are slightly thinner so that with a little effort you can mount a deployant, plus they are of consistant quality. Unfortunately, Ron's service tends to suck! |
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NANDO-FERDZ 3T WIS 
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That was funny *LOL* I also have the same problem with mine, very irritating:X srh_pres wrote: Was wondering if anyone else had noticed that the Hirsch Liberty straps (or any other strap for that matter) can vary in width by up to 1 mm? I have a 20mm brown strap that when fitted to 20mm lugs, has a gap of almost 1mm, allowing some of the spring bar to show (ok, I may be a little anal about that, but I hate it when that happens). |
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Docrwm 3T WIS 
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I noticed that everyone that has commented here has commented on Leather/natural straps and their variability. I've noticed the same thing with the leather straps that I have that are not as completely cured and finished in waxes and other coatings. One that accidentally sat on a desiccant bag (it was accidentally left in a box and slid under the strap when moved to store the box) for a week shriveled up almost 3mm. Time, atmosphere, humidity, and other factors can play havoc with natural substances like skins - particularly those that are less processed and/or coated. Last edited on Mon Feb 26th, 2007 05:03 pm by Docrwm |
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