HD Bond Nylon Watch Strap

I built the HD (Heavy Duty) Bond for situations where standard straps just aren't enough. With a thickness of 1.35mm, this is the robust big brother to the classic version. It offers a stiffer, more substantial feel that perfectly balances heavier dive watches and large mechanical chronographs. If you find that regular straps let your heavy watch head wobble, this is the solution. It is bold, tactical, and virtually indestructible.

Heritage & History
While the aesthetic honors the 1973 British Ministry of Defence (MOD) specifications, the construction takes a different path. I took the iconic NATO-stock-number (NSN) design and re-engineered it for maximum strength. This isn't just a tribute to history; it is a tactical evolution designed for the most demanding environments while keeping the classic look you love.

Proudly Handcrafted in the EU
Mass production has no place here. I handcraft every single strap within the European Union, paying close attention to the structural integrity of the weave. This hands-on process ensures you get a high-end replacement watch band that can handle anything you throw at it, distinguishing Phenomestraps from generic alternatives.

Premium Construction
The secret lies in the weave. I use a heavy-duty ballistic nylon that is slightly thicker (1.35mm) and more rigid than my standard collection, providing superior support for heavy watch heads. The hardware matches this toughness: a solid, single-piece buckle (available in brushed or polished finish) is sewn directly into the webbing—never using spring bars. This creates a bond that will not fail, from the office desk to the deepest seas. Laser-sealed edges ensure it never frays, completing the package.

Specifications:

• Origin: Handcrafted in the EU
• Material: Heavy Duty nylon (1.35 mm thickness)
• Hardware: Brushed or Polished Stainless Steel (Mirror finish)
• Style: Available in Classic (2 layers) or Single Pass (1 layer)
  The Single Pass version doesn't have the bottom webbing layer and sewn-in label, and it features only 2 keepers. (Classic vs Single Pass guide)
• Width: 20 mm / 22 mm (+-0.5mm)
  (See the 19 mm & 21 mm guide for odd sizes)
• Length options:
  • Regular: 33.5 cm
    (Need something even longer? Contact me for a custom size!)
  • Short: 29 cm
    (Short version recommended for wrists measuring 6.5 inches / 16.5 cm or smaller)