2 Piece 18mm Black NATO Military Watch Strap in Ballistic Nylon with Stainless Steel Fasteners

2 Piece 18mm Black NATO Military Watch Strap in Ballistic Nylon with Stainless Steel FastenersSKU Code: NATO18BL SS2P This classic two piece variant of the standard NATO watchband is made from fast drying ballistic nylon webbing with stainless steel fasteners. This high tech material is robust, comfortable, and long lasting, making it ideally suited for military watch straps. The two piece NATO strap offers a great alternative to the one piece variant and can potentially work better on some watch models. The strap length is 115mm 75mm. History

SKU Code: NATO18BL/SS2P

This classic two-piece variant of the standard NATO watchband is made from fast-drying ballistic nylon webbing with stainless steel fasteners. This high-tech material is robust, comfortable, and long-lasting, making it ideally suited for military watch straps. The two-piece NATO strap offers a great alternative to the one-piece variant and can potentially work better on some watch models. The strap length is 115mm / 75mm.

History and Evolution

The history of the NATO strap began over 50 years ago with a single grey strap. It initially expanded to include colors such as RAF Blue, Black, Navy Blue, the James Bond pattern, and Olive Green. Since then, we have developed an extensive range of variants in regimental colors, Search and Rescue (SAR) orange, national colors, police unit colors, and various camouflage options for specific situations. These straps are frequently used by military units outside the UK and are popular among serving military personnel for a wide variety of military watches.

Extensive Range

Currently, we manufacture nearly 200 different variants in a wide array of colors and sizes from 18mm to 24mm. These straps are available for retail and wholesale customers, and we also offer custom regimental straps. Many of these straps are sold in large quantities through various procurement contracts.

Specifications and Standards

The original specification for the NATO strap was established by the UK Ministry of Defence as Defence Standard 66-47 Issue 2, published on March 30, 2001. Previous specifications included Def Stan 66-47 Issue 1 (November 13, 1992), Def Stan 66-15 (Part 1) Issue 1 (November 30, 1973), and Def Stan 66-15 (Part 2) Issue 1 (January 31, 1974). The current specification data sheet can be downloaded here. Although minor adjustments have been made, the design remains largely consistent, however some bulk procurement contracts specify stitching around the buckles, others opt for the traditional heat sealed process but both have their advantages and drawbacks and in terms of day-to-day use and general functionality both processes work equally well.

Versatility and Durability

For over forty years, we have supplied these straps to a diverse range of clients, including military personnel, police, emergency services, exploration units, Search and Rescue teams, oil and gas companies, marine salvage and exploration businesses, and organizations operating in tropical or desert locations. The NATO strap's easy maintenance, quick drying time, and resistance to rot and deterioration make it superior to leather or silicone alternatives.

Compatibility

NATO straps are compatible with watches from all leading military contractors, both past and present, such as Marathon, CWC, Citizen, and Pulsar. They are also ideal for robust civilian watches from brands like Seiko, Rolex, and Breitling.

In summary, the NATO strap's unmatched durability, versatility, and secure design make it the preferred choice for a wide range of professional and personal applications.