Gotcha - that looks like a different band - modern buckle? The leather loop shouldn’t have that stainless steel connector.
Yep that is the 42mm tan leather form 2015. That is why I was thinking tan leather loop as there are no connectors
Gotcha - that looks like a different band - modern buckle? The leather loop shouldn’t have that stainless steel connector.
When someone pays $750+ for a watch and gets $300-400 after barely a year? That is a LOUSY resale value.
Has anyone on here got a Gold SS and paired it with the tan leather loop? I'm on the fence about getting it and my nearest Apple Store is 40 miles away.
Also, any Gold SS users managed to find any quality replacement connectors that match the Apple Gold SS colour? I love my Apple tan leather strap and the black, but I can't see beyond the Silver SS connectors
Thanks!
Somehow your old leather band looks miles better than a brand new Hermes band imo. It aged really well.Yep that is the 42mm tan leather form 2015. That is why I was thinking tan leather loop as there are no connectors
Agree. I‘m always a bit surprised that Apple Watches don’t hold their resale value as well as other products I’ve sold. I was fortunate to find an open box (mint) S5 SSSB at Best Buy that was marked down $70 so that helped offset the upgrade cost considerably.
Somehow your old leather band looks miles better than a brand new Hermes band imo. It aged really well.
The only difference between the Alu and the SS is the material used??
From what I understand the SS is more durable, but heavier?
Ive also read the SS attracts microscratches much easier?
Sorry, new to the AW and considering my first one with the AW5!
Thanks for the tip! I wonder whether the result would still look half decent on black or red leather tho.I will dig out a post I found on here about rubbing coconut oil in it to age it, but bring out the deep colours. Worked really well
To add to what Bill already said, yes the SS case is much more prone to micro scratches, but either you enjoy the patina or you polish it out with a Cap Cod cloth. Note the space black SS is a tank when it comes to scratches thanks to its DLC coating.The only difference between the Alu and the SS is the material used??
From what I understand the SS is more durable, but heavier?
Ive also read the SS attracts microscratches much easier?
Sorry, new to the AW and considering my first one with the AW5!
am i the only one not thinking about my watch's re-sale value? i keep my gadgets in great condition dont get me wrong but by the time im usually ready to let them go im already taking a loss as it is so i dont even bother
am i the only one not thinking about my watch's re-sale value? i keep my gadgets in great condition dont get me wrong but by the time im usually ready to let them go im already taking a loss as it is so i dont even bother
Yep I have a black leather loop and it looks great - just thought the tan may look ok as I have the 2015 brown leather strap as well with silver stainless connectors and it looks great...except for the connectors lol.
I have a black Milanese too and that looks awesome.
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Just picked up the space black Milanese loop for my S5 SSSB. I’ve owned a couple of 3rd party Milanese bands for my S3 & S4 but the genuine Apple Watch band is nicer all around. View attachment 868117
Hey, your strap is on upside down...
There's no "right side up" to the loop - the wearer can wear it in any orientation they like! Personally, I like to wear my Milanese in the same orientation - much easier to adjust on the fly that way. Of course, I wear my watch on my left wrist with the crown on the left side, so I'm weird, I guess. But, certainly, it's my prerogative!
?So your strap is the right way up, but your whole watch is upside down
I typically upgrade my iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPad on an annual basis and usually sell my old devices to help offset the upgrade cost.
Same for me DougFNJ, I upgrade my Apple Watch and iPhone every year.
I don’t smoke or drink alcohol or excessive on anything else. I work hard and call it shallow but I just love having the latest Apple Watch and iPhone. It does give my wife and kids great amusement to make fun of my excitement waiting for the September keynote.