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I think it’s plain to see why I love this combination as much as I do.
The Joseph Bonnie STAR 69 strap in pigskin But as Burgert put it, “(The strap) certainly has a Corfam vibe too… very suitable for chronographs.” This inspiration makes sense, as the strap was intended to be paired with a Serica dive watch. Unlike the Tropic Sport (what you might normally think of when you hear the term “Tropic rubber strap”), the Star has a less textured appearance. Specifically, it takes inspiration from the Tropic Star. Speaking with the strap’s designer (Jérôme Burgert of Serica Watches) revealed that the strap was inspired by Tropic rubber straps of the ’60s more so than rally straps. The Joseph Bonnie STAR 69 strap delivers this and then some, taking the Speedy from Moonwatch back to its badass racing-chronograph roots.īefore we continue, I’m adding this short section to reveal a key piece of information about the strap that I wasn’t aware of when I started (or finished) writing this article. And to me personally, the old-school aesthetic is best taken all the way with a dramatic taper from the lugs to the buckle. Either way, nothing goes better with a chronograph than a rally strap. Or perhaps it’s due to the similarity to perforated leather/mesh gloves, often known as driving gloves.
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I suppose the association with racing might have to do with the fact that these perforations were likely welcomed by drivers looking for a comfortable way of fastening a watch to their wrists. A rally strap is a style of strap that features a number of perforations in different sizes and patterns. You may be wondering, what exactly is a “rally strap”? Though let’s face it, if you’re here reading this, you probably already know.īut just so that we’re all on the same page, let’s define our terms. It’s the same reason why putting your Speedmaster on a Velcro strap is not an atrocity to be judgingly glared at - it harkens back to its time on the wrists of astronauts. All this to make the point that wearing this watch on a rally strap doesn’t just suit it like mud does a pig, but in fact, it makes complete sense. After all, it is called the “Speedmaster”, not the “Starmaster” or the “Moonmaster”. Ads from 1957 show it on the wrist of a racer’s co-driver along with the tag “for men who reckon time in seconds.” Though the Speedy’s history took a turn for the stratosphere, the racing DNA is there. We all know plenty about the Speedmaster’s history and origins as a racing chronograph. Undoubtedly a perfect pairing for all Serica models, the STAR 69 strap does a lot for the Speedy too.Ī vintage makeover for my modern Speedmaster And as much as we are anxiously awaiting what will come next from the French brand, today I wanted to highlight the brilliance of this leather strap sold through its site. The follow-up release took the form of a fantastic pair of dive watches (the 5303 models).
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The brand charmed us with its debut 4512 series of field watches. It’s no secret that we’re big fans of Serica.
Though it’s available from Joseph Bonnie in calf leather, the pigskin option is sold exclusively through the Serica site. The strap was designed by Jérôme Burgert and is made by the brand for Serica. I’m talking about the STAR 69 strap in pigskin.
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This is exactly what I’ve chosen to do today in pairing my Speedmaster Professional with a brilliant strap from Joseph Bonnie. Still, sometimes it’s best to keep things classic and go with something that gives your Speedy a vintage feel. Point is, you can have plenty of fun when it comes to pairing your Moonwatch. Even the OEM bracelet is an option that most of us Speedy owners end up coming back to. There are also tons of popular aftermarket bracelets from the likes of Forstner, Uncle Seiko, and others. From NATOs to leather, sailcloth, and even rubber (though that last option is not everyone’s cup of tea) everything just seems to suit the Speedy perfectly. Dress it up, dress it down, anything works on the Speedmaster.
The watch is not just a true icon, it’s also a strap monster.
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A RARE AND FINE STAINLESS STEEL MANUAL WINDING CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH, ACCOMPANIED BY A FITTED BOX AND A SECOND TWO TONES PINK DIAL.What’s this? Two Speedmaster strap checks in a row? You bet! This is Fratello after all, and we truly can’t get enough Speedy action in our lives. Cadran argent avec 4 compteurs crème permettant de compter les buts ou corner par les 4 poussoirs. Boîtier rond, grandes anses stylisées, fond acier. On y joint une montre PLAYERS SPORT Vers 1940 Rarissime et belle montre bracelet en métal chromé. Diam.: 35 mm Vendu avec boîtier et un cadran cuivré supplémentaire. Cadran crème avec deux compteurs crème, échelle tachymètrique bleue et télémètrique rouge. Boîtier rond, anses stylisées, poussoirs rectangles. DOXA Vers 1940 Rare et beau chronographe bracelet en acier.
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