Durable, multicolored and trending right now – that’s what NATO watch straps are so there’s no question that you need them in your collection. Today we’ll talk a little more about what NATO straps are and how to wear them.
If you look into any trends list for casual watch straps there will always be NATO watch strap present. Why is that? We’ll try to explain all the reasons in this article.
There’s a lot of different types and flavors available but today we will focus on striped NATO watch straps that you will love.
What is a NATO watch strap?
The history of NATO straps is actually very interesting and starts with divers during the World War II. They needed a replacement for the leather straps they were using at the time. There were many problems with leather underwater: they got shorter, isn’t water resistant and is prone to breaking – all of them could put diver’s life at risk. NATO nylon watch straps were invented to solve all of those problems as they were fully water resistant and equipped with double rings in case one broke. NATO strap goes twice under the watch making it even more durable.
The possibility to produce them in multiple colors and in multicolor striped versions as well as the single strap design made NATO not only the best way to keep the watch on your wrist safely but also a real hit among watch straps collectors. It’s just so easy to love NATO straps!
Types of NATO watch straps
Classic NATO straps are nylon and solid color but there are many other types including a leather NATO that can be quite elegant and versatile but you do miss the water resistance and fun colors nylon NATOs come in (and believe us – there’s a full rainbow waiting for you!).
There are also ZULU straps that are very similar to NATO but have only one strap under the watch and is made of thicker nylon. A ZULU strap can also have 3 buckle rings or 5. You should check them out as they are also a very interesting alternative.
Striped NATO watch straps
When we talk about striped NATO straps we have to start with the incredible Sean Connery as James Bond. He famously was wearing his Submariner 6538 with a striped nylon strap that from then on was known as Bond NATO. That should give you an idea of how versatile this type of watch straps can be. If Bond can wear it you definitely can wear it too.
On the other end of the spectrum, you see very young and fun bright colors combinations that will look great with your summer and sport looks. Here you can find crazy colored stripes that will make you look fresh and on trend in casual situations.
You can also always get stripes in colors that are on trend like rich red and blue that is all the rage right now. With nylon NATO straps you don’t have to worry about outrages prices so it’s not a problem to own many of them for different occasions and looks.
I hope that this little guide will encourage you to own some striped NATO watch straps and enjoy their practical and aesthetic advantages. You can find many of them at great prices in our store.
