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Tying out the Charcoal Braided Solo Loop for my S7 SBTi. Could this be the band I’ll stick to permanently?

Edit: The answer is no. It’s quite stiff and it caused some irritation where the edge of the band and my skin meets.

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Gold looks beautiful. Considering it for my next watch depending on the design, shade etc. Enjoy!
I wonder if the gold shade will be on a two-year cycle. Feels like the more subtle s6/s7 shade would look fine in a year three. But maybe it’s less about fashion and more about looking new.
 
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What are your thoughts on the leather strap? I am thinking of getting one but not sure if it feels like it is worth the price.

I love mine. It’s close to my favorite band. I’d say it’s tied with the braided solo loop for me. Those are the only two bands I wear most days now. I almost never wear my link band or sports loops/bands anymore.

I think it feels awesome and find it definitely worth the money so far.
 
Quite basic, got my new Series 7 aluminium Starlight for Xmas - still absolutely loving the upgrade from my much slower and smaller Series 3

Looking at bands and I like the look of the leather link and the solo braided ones - they are the same prices at £99…..which ones would you guys recommend?
I think both would look great with Starlight. I have also both and couldn't say which one I prefer - they are both extremely comfortable and very good-looking! Braided is probably a bit more comfortable though.
 
I love mine. It’s close to my favorite band. I’d say it’s tied with the braided solo loop for me. Those are the only two bands I wear most days now. I almost never wear my link band or sports loops/bands anymore.

I think it feels awesome and find it definitely worth the money so far.
Awesome, will buy it and check it out.
 
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