The PDW Ti-Ring Strap is an updated version of the classic, military issue, nylon watch strap. Our modern version features heavier duty, custom made titanium rings and buckle, with a sturdy, thicker, yet pliable and comfortable nylon strap.
The Ring or "G10" strap originally entered service in 1973 with the British Ministry of Defence. It was made with a thin nylon strap and came with chrome plated brass buckles and "ring" keepers. PDW chose to use titanium in the rings and buckles for total corrosion resistance on land or under the sea, and 100% non-magnetic as to not interfere with the strap worn compasses such as our EWB-Compass Kit. With the proliferation of rare earth magnets being used in today's bags, wallets, key fobs, and other EDC items, we found that these magnets affected the typical stainless rings used in most Ring type straps on the market. Not only are rare earth magnets harmful to the internal mechanics of a fine mechanical watch, the magnetized stainless steel rings affected any compasses used as supporting accessories on a watch strap. Our Ti-Ring eliminated magnetic interference and offers superior performance and durability in the field.
These straps are great. Ordered another in black, great feel, and sturdy for longevity. Can’t go wrong.
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Rob Johnson
Great Watch Band
This is my second one. Beat the hell out of them and they last forever. I have my Panerai and a compass on it, so a lot of weight!
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LGH
Best NATO strap
Having used other brands of NATO straps, I am impressed with the quality of the PDW strap in comparison. It is very well constructed, using quality nylon, thick yet supple. The titanium hardware sets it apart.
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Tony Perez
Comfortable and Practical - My favorite NATO
The Ti-Ring strap is the most comfortable NATO I have ever worn - in fact, I have donated most of my other NATOs and exclusively war the Prometheus Design Werx straps. Love the TI hardware and extra think, yet pliable strap. I also own this strap in black n 22 and 20mm for other watches in my collection. Were the zombie apocalypse to happen, this is the strap I will trust to my field watches.
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Jer
Best watch straps out there!
Very well crafted, a lot of thought were put into these straps! If you are going to have a nice watch, why would you settle for an average strap? You will be very happy with PDW TI straps!!