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Carlos S Very comfortable. Fits extremely well, I figured for the price the keepers would also be leather.
Black and Red NATO Strap — Military Heritage
20mm
€138,00
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Black and Red NATO Strap — Military Heritage
€138,00
SKU: 080-NT-BLKRE
27 cm
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Atelier since 1984
Milan
Handmade in Italy
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Since 1973, the same principle. A single strip of nylon that passes under the watch case, transforming a breaking point into redundancy. The British Ministry of Defence wasn't looking for elegance — it was looking for a system that would keep the watch on the wrist even when the spring bar failed. It found it in the NATO.
The black with red stripes is not a chromatic whim. It is the synthesis of two DNA strands — military and racing — that share the same obsession with reliability. Black provides versatility. Red defines character. Together, they are understated but noticeable.
On the Submariner, the contrast is dynamic. On the Speedmaster, it evokes starting lines. On a Tudor Black Bay, it speaks the same language. It's the strap for watches that already have a history — and don't need help telling it.
The technical nylon is breathable, dries in minutes, and does not absorb odors. It works in the rain, when diving, after a run. It doesn't develop a patina, it doesn't change over time. It remains identical to the first day — which for an everyday watch strap is exactly what's needed.
A clarification worth making: the one-piece design slightly lifts the watch off the wrist — about 2-3mm. This is not a defect; it is the geometry of the system. Those who know this accept it. Those who don't will notice it immediately.
Technical specifications:
- Material: reinforced technical nylon (NATO spec)
- Color: black with red stripes
- Design: one-piece — passes under the watch case
- Width: 20mm
- Total length: 255mm (adjustable, compatible with wrists from 150mm to 220mm)
- Thickness: 1mm
- Hardware: brushed steel buckles
- Origin: Made in Italy
Estimated shipping in 2-3 business days
Estimated shipping times: 2-3 business days (Italy), 7-9 days (European market), 15-21 days (international market).
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The next step
The right strap isn’t chosen. It is built, together.
From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.
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The joy of little things
Changing your strap should be as simple as changing your shoes. With us, it is.
Every strap has integrated quick-release spring bars: swap it in one gesture, no tools, no risk of scratching the lugs. The same watch shifts mood with the moment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the one-piece design really change safety compared to a standard two-piece strap?
Yes, substantially. With a traditional strap, the failure of a spring bar means a lost watch. With the NATO, the strip passes under the case: even if one bar fails, the watch remains physically attached to the strap and therefore to your wrist. This is why the British MoD adopted this system in the Seventies, and why it remains the standard for those using watches in demanding conditions.
What lug width is this 20mm strap compatible with?
It is designed for 20mm lug widths, the most common measurement among tool watch sports watches — Omega Speedmaster Professional, Rolex Submariner, Tudor Black Bay, Seiko SKX and variants, Omega Seamaster, IWC Pilot Watch. If your watch has 18mm or 22mm lugs, the strap will not install correctly: the width must exactly match the distance between the lugs.
Doesn’t 1mm thickness make it fragile? How does it hold up to intensive daily use?
NATO spec technical nylon achieves a thickness-to-strength ratio that leather cannot reach. 1mm of this material withstands traction, sweat, repeated immersions and UV rays without structural degradation. The thinness is functional, not a compromise: it allows fluid passage under the case and keeps the overall profile contained despite the double-layer design.
Are brushed steel buckles compatible with polished cases or only with matte finishes?
Brushed steel is the most versatile finish in this context: it does not reflect, does not create sharp contrasts with polished cases, and pairs seamlessly with satin surfaces like those of the Submariner or Seamaster. On watches with fully polished cases the contrast is minimal and generally appreciated by enthusiasts. On matte or brushed cases it is the natural choice.