And is very nice at this price level - no qualms there. I cannot comment on the Ball one, since I don't own any of their watches and GS - well the straps are not their strongest suit - I carry mine on aftermarket straps instead. There are many facets that go into a strap choice and quite some - like with watches - are highly personal. Still haven't changed the strap on my Heritage Chronometrie Ultra Slim, so definitely not saying it's bad