Horological Meandering

Does anyone know how's the quality of Hermes leather strap?
Heard from a friend that they look really really good and it costs almost double of Carmile Fournet.
Any thoughts?
Lovesss*CL

because it is Hermes.

Then again, I am just being frivolous and I hope you take it in the same manner That question is like should I carry a Valextra carry-on or should I just settle for a Porter (of Japan, mind you, and perhaps stretching it to Monocle's edition of the Porter "of Japan" bags ;-) canvas week-ender?

But seriously, at the end of the day, does it really matter? Who will know whether your watch strap is by Hermes or otherwise? Just you yourself and to me, that's really what matters. Wear something because it speaks about you and not for what the brand represents. They are not paying us to be their brand ambassador; unless they are already doing so for you ;-)

Wear your orange strap in happiness.

Pardon my off-the-cuff cheekiness ;-)

Tat
This message has been edited by Shark on 2008-06-25 08:49:25

I'm asking that question not becos of the Hermes brand.
I'm asking a simple question if Hermes strap is as well made as Camille Fournet or better?
Hermes is very well known for their high quality leather good. I would like to know if this extend to their watch strap.
My Simplicity comes with a strap which I believe is from Camille Fournet....and I actually don't quite like it.
It is very stiff even after trying to break in. I tried a strap from Grand Seiko the other day and it is both sided croc...and so soft.
It wraps around the wrist so comfortably. I want to find a high quality strap that does exactly the same
Lovesss*CL

The brands inform the tannery of  how much of the skin/crust to be shaved.

Next the construction of the straps will play apart in the tactile or feel.

If you are keen to know the tanning process...please check out our previous excursion

Link : home.watchprosite.com /

Kong

Grand Seiko straps are quite comfy from the get-go. Funny about you mentioning CF strap being bit stiff even after wearing. I got a CF strap to replace my worn Lange strap for RG Dato and after 2 months, it seems to still be a bit on the stiff side. Wondered if that was the norm. I did get a replacement strap for a Patek after, understanding that those are made by CF as well and but that one got comfy quite quick. Both were matte, just the color was different too... Hmmm. Stranger things have happened...

You are right. I don't know you and neither you I. This is a forum and I hope you will take it in that light. I may not have said much in this forum todate but I have been lurking here for a bit And I know you have recently acquired a Simplicity (and whilst this is said in parenthesis, CONGRATULATIONS!!! on securing a masterpiece). And what I am about to say is just my opinion.

There's a subsequent post about you being a "purist" in what I understand to be seeking out the 'ultimate' in a watch strap to match your recently acquired masterpiece. But in my opinion, and whilst I don't profess to know anything about haute horologerie, blah, blah, blah, but to me, if the maestro has chosen to match his work of art with an appendix from Camille Fournet, how dare one question his choice of that "appendix" and replace it with an "inferior" product?

Let's leave economics out of the equation for the moment as I have since noted, there's obviously a difference in economics between an Hermes strap and a 'mere' Camille Fournet (mind you, I have tried securing their products in this part of the world and I can assure you it is tough....in part due to my inexperience, I must say). And pardon me for this Dr Cheong as I hold your opinions and views in the highest esteem (I am in part referring to your response about the Hermes bag/belt ) and i say this sincerely. You are ultra super cool for the fact that you match a "plastic" strap on your MB&F.

I am one of those who would replace straps with 'OEM's" (original equipment manufacturers) straps because I accept that it is part and parcel of what the manufacture intended for the watch. And in this instance, a "Simplicity" by the maestro is like haute couture and it tantamounts to questioning, say Mademoiselle Chanel about using stainless steel chains in her suits.

Frivolous as it may sound, in my opinion, haute horologerie is not that different from haute couture if we view the concept in its purest form i.e. as an art.

Sincerely,

Tat
This message has been edited by Shark on 2008-06-26 09:41:16

at the SF GTG a few weeks ago?

It was on a new Hermes strap.  It cost about $450US.

I have to say it is by far the most comfortable brand new strap that I've owned.  Soft and supple.  Better than a similar CF strap new.  I cannot comment on the durability/wear characteristics...it has been on the watch for about a month and I've only worn it a few times total.

Hope all is well,

Mike

where can you get an Hermes strap unless it is Parmigiani or Hermes watch?
Hermes makes a really good quality leather.
Well all their bags price really high, they should make the best leather.

a Parmigiani AD.  It is marked Parmigiani/Hermes on the backing.

I bet you could order a Hermes strap through a Hermes store that offered watches.

Cheers, Mike

2 years ago, I bought a calf skin leather strap ( I think it is calf or cow) and it is a typical orange soft Hermes handbag leather one.

Apparently, I checked with Hermes, at Basel in 2006 that only that orange leather model is made by Hermes. The croco ones are not.

You will not be dissapointed. You can feel the difference. And now after 2 years..my strap has become brown. The orange/brown look is actually good IMHO...and the leather is very very soft. No seasoning required..soft from minute 00.

You are a true purist...same thinking haha...trying to get a few "shortcuts".

Is alligator on both under and upper right?  From what I understand, only a very few number of brands do this, and the two that I know off are both independent - Dufour and Gauthier.   Apparently CF prices these style of straps close to double what they would otherwise charge at wholesale.  It great to see that someone like Dufour pay attention to finer details like that.

Enjoy your Simplicity.

Gaz

This message has been edited by Gaz on 2008-06-25 16:57:25

...the case at one time, but apparently not any longer -

 

Cheers,

pplater.

 

Hi CL !

I posted some pictures showing how Hermes straps are made a while ago.
That may interest you.
I haven't been able to find them now on the quick, but till look again this evening.

Don

 

Here is the link to some info about Hermes strap making
home.watchprosite.com

Don

This message has been edited by DonCorson on 2008-06-27 13:14:17

I went to a Hermes store and check on their straps. It is indeed really yummy
Lovesss*Clang

My Hermes straps have proven to be very durable.

I've had my H-Hour for 8 years now and wore the watch almost daily for nearly 3 years with very few signs of wear-and-tear on the leather.

In comparison, the croco-strap on my Cartier Torteau from the Cartier Privee Collection started having cracks after almost 1 year of daily wearing.

Incidentally, the Cartier straps cost almost 2.5x more than the Hermes ones.

Would say Hermes straps are worth buying.