The PDW Ti-HDR Strap is a heavier duty, modified version of the classic, military issue, nylon watch strap. This version features the classic double strap layer "NATO-type" construction, heavier duty, custom made titanium rings and buckle, with a sturdy, thicker, yet pliable and comfortable nylon strap. Fits watches with 24mm width lugs.
The classic NATO or "G10" strap originally entered service in 1973 with the British Ministry of Defence. It was made with a thin nylon strap and came with chrome plated brass buckles and "ring" keepers. PDW built up from this baseline and used heavier gauge titanium in the rings and buckles for total corrosion resistance on land or under the sea, and 100% non-magnetic as to not interfere with the strap worn compasses such as our EWB-Compass Kit. With the proliferation of rare earth magnets being used in today's bags, wallets, key fobs, and other EDC items, we found that these magnets affected the typical stainless rings used in most NATO type straps on the market. Not only are rare earth magnets harmful to the internal mechanics of a fine mechanical watch, the magnetized stainless steel rings affected any compasses used as supporting accessories on a watch strap. Our Ti-HDR Strap eliminated magnetic interference and offers superior performance and durability in the field.
I love everything about it, except it is to short. I am a big guy, 6' 3" 275 and have always had issues with watch bands being to short. if it was offered in a 35cm to 40cm it would fit better. 12" 12 1/4" it would be great. over all I do like quality fit and finish. I have always used a NATO style band since my days at Ft. Bragg
D
Duong Tran
Excellent all around! Great fit and very comfortable!
Hard to beat the value for a high quality nato strap with titanium hardware. Especially from PDW.
D
Doug Schultz
Best on the market
I have several of them now and I am extremely happy with them.
