The Story of the Military Watch Strap - Milano Straps

The Story of the Military Watch Strap

The origins of the Military Watch Strap, can be traced back to the Cold War era. In the late 1950s, the British Ministry of Defense found itself in need of a robust and reliable watch strap for the...
Why is the watch band so important when it comes to the overall appearance of a watch? - Milano Straps
Watch Bands

Why is the watch band so important when it comes to the overall appearance of a watch?

When it comes to changing the look of your watch, there's no need to splurge on a brand new timepiece. Instead, simply swapping out the watch band can completely transform the image of your watch a...
Bio Rubber Watch Band - Milano Straps
Bio Rubber Band

Bio Rubber Watch Band

If you're an Apple Watch enthusiast, you know how important it is to have a band that not only looks good, but is also durable and comfortable to wear. And if you're also someone who cares about th...
Pros and Cons of Different Types of Watch Bands - Milano Straps
Watch Bands

Pros and Cons of Different Types of Watch Bands

The right watch strap can completely change the look and feel of a watch, just like a good pair of shoes. Before you buy your first replacement band on a whim, let's get you up to speed on the diff...
History of Leather Watch Straps - Milano Straps
Watch Bands

History of Leather Watch Straps

In this article, we will talk about the history of different watch styles. This led us to wonder, where exactly did the straps originate first? The different kinds of leather watch straps and their...
What makes a good watch band? - Milano Straps
Watch Bands

What makes a good watch band?

When it comes to the style of your leather watchband, the world is your oyster. You can choose from smooth to suede finishes, gunmetal accents, or gold clasps. But how will you know if this watchba...
How long do leather watch bands last? - Milano Straps
Watch Bands

How long do leather watch bands last?

The band’s durability will be determined both by the material it is constructed of and the conditions you put it through. Even an inexpensive leather band might endure for years if it was cared for...
Watch strap materials: What are the most common strap types - Milano Straps

Watch strap materials: What are the most common strap types

Buying a watch involves making several decisions. Not only do you have to choose a style, function, and look, but you also have to decide between many different materials. When it comes to straps, ...
Why alligator watch straps are the best - Milano Straps
Alligator Bands

Why alligator watch straps are the best

Alligator watch straps  The use of straps to fasten watches to wrists is one of the most common and, in point of fact, one of the first methods. Today, we are going to shed some light on the questi...