Let's hear it for IWC

[Idontgram]

Almost a year into my IWC ownership, loving the versatility of the XX and the EasX system (my wallet not so much)

How are the easX leather straps after a bit of wear?

I tried a Mark XX in store and was horrified by how uncomfortable the strap was.

[Tuna1138]

How are the easX leather straps after a bit of wear?

I tried a Mark XX in store and was horrified by how uncomfortable the strap was.

I haven't used my leather much at all so can't give much info. on how they hold up (I'm sure others can) I initially dismissed the rubber straps but I'm now sold on them and have a few. I'd definitely recommend, not as dressy as the leathers but still look & wear well

[Montello]

How are the easX leather straps after a bit of wear?

I tried a Mark XX in store and was horrified by how uncomfortable the strap was.

They last well but I find them uncomfortable due to the hard spot created by the end clip so I use traditional straps.

[Lyons]

They last well but I find them uncomfortable due to the hard spot created by the end clip so I use traditional straps.

IWC ones, or aftermarket?

[Montello]

IWC ones, or aftermarket?

I don’t use the IWC ones as they are uncomfortable for me so use Colareb ones.

[Lyons]

I don’t use the IWC ones as they are uncomfortable for me so use Colareb ones.

Apologies, thought you meant it was just the EasX ones you found uncomfortable.

I assume non EasX straps fit on the factory pins ok?!

[Montello]

Apologies, thought you meant it was just the EasX ones you found uncomfortable.

I assume non EasX straps fit on the factory pins ok?!

It’s the EasX straps I find uncomfortable as the strap is stiff at the ends where the clip is which creates a hard spot. If you have a different shaped wrist you probably would not find the same.

So I just use a standard strap.

[Lyons]

Ok. I have ordered black rubber and canvas straps off AliExpress to see how they look before committing to something better quality.

[Andyp1973]

It’s the EasX straps I find uncomfortable as the strap is stiff at the ends where the clip is which creates a hard spot. If you have a different shaped wrist you probably would not find the same.

So I just use a standard strap.

I’m not finding this an issue on my BP43.


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I went through a big Aquatimer phase for a few years, sadly all now gone as they all wore just that little bit to big. Love the brand, and really want one of their pilots watches next - either a Mark XX or a pilots chrono (not sure which one) A 3227 Inggy has been one of my "grails" for years as well!