Erika's Originals MN Vintage Red Watch Strap
- $84.00
- Get it fast: Our in-stock Erika's Originals straps ship immediately from Washington state!
- Handcrafted by Erika and a small team of artisans in her atelier in Valencia, Spain.
- Based on the vintage Marine Nationale watch strap, invented by French naval divers for use with their military-issued Tudor MN watches.
- Widely considered one of the most comfortable all-season watch straps on the market today.
- Khaki with red centerline.
- The Vintage model is made from rare, original, new old stock Marine Nationale elastic webbing, likely from 1960s decommissioned parachutes.
- Slightly softer material than other MN™ straps, with tons of vintage character.
- Lines are 100% hand stitched using premium European yarns.
- Easily micro-adjustable (via sliding clasp) for the perfect fit.
- Fits wrists 6-1/4"-7-3/4" (175mm/7.00 inch on Erika's site).
- 2mm thick.
- 316 brushed stainless steel buckle is ocean and pool water resistant, and complements a variety of watch case finishes.
- Hand-washing recommended: Soak in warm water, along with a small amount of mild dishwashing liquid or baking soda. Rinse well; air-dry.
- To determine size, measure the distance (in millimeters) between the lugs of your watch.
- Includes one free pair of strong, seamless double-flange stainless steel spring bars.
- Join us on Instagram to see how others paired this strap with their watches.
Curious about how and where Erika's Originals' MN™ straps are made? Check out this video produced by Erika and Swiss watch company Oris (along with Ted, the Oris Bear):
Customer Reviews
It was a bit fiddley to put on at first. But once you master the art it is very comfortable almost like you're not wearing a Watch at all. And it's quirky as a Watch Band but in a good way.
I love Holben's, and I love their products!! These days, by the point that you've used a company 4+ different times, and never once had to contact customer service?? Amazing.
Their products ship super fast in the US. I use them for these Erika's Originals straps, because it takes so much less time. They're already pre-made, and inside the country ready to ship. The packaging is simple, but clean (I mean, it IS just a watch strap after all), and response time to package each order has been almost immediate. I will continue to use Holben's, and I'm glad to have found them. I've since also turned many people in my Facebook group "Marathon Watch Co. Enthusiasts" on to them.
The product itself is just as it should be. Clean, new, no defects. I just received Erika's Black Ops MN strap with red stripe, in 20mm, and I'm waiting for its intended watch to return home from servicing. But I have the same band in 18mm for my smaller version, and it's beautiful. Completely changes the look and feel of my Marathon watch, draws compliments, starts conversations, and most of all--keeps my watch firmly in place, without becoming a tourniquet.
This strap looks and feels great! It gives my Longines Zulu Time a completely different personality. I became an instant fan of Erika's Original products. I'm extremely satisfied the customer service I received as I emailed Holben's a couple of times and received replies right away. Additionally, I ordered the straps on Saturday, received a notification an hour or two later they had been shipped, and they were in my mailbox on Monday. With Holben's huge selection of straps from so many different companies, I'll be sure to visit their site first when I'm in the market for some new straps.
This strap looks and feels great! It gives my Speedy a completely different personality. I really like the way these Erika's straps are secured to the wrist as they offer a clean, low-profile look. I'm extremely satisfied the customer service I received as I emailed Holben's a couple of times and received replies right away. Additionally, I ordered the straps on Saturday, received a notification an hour or two later they had been shipped, and they were in my mailbox on Monday. With Holben's huge selection of straps from so many different companies, I'll be sure to visit their site first when I'm in the market for some new straps.
Great strap! Fits well and it’s very comfortable. Safe, secure, and good looking.
Customer Reviews
It was a bit fiddley to put on at first. But once you master the art it is very comfortable almost like you're not wearing a Watch at all. And it's quirky as a Watch Band but in a good way.
I love Holben's, and I love their products!! These days, by the point that you've used a company 4+ different times, and never once had to contact customer service?? Amazing.
Their products ship super fast in the US. I use them for these Erika's Originals straps, because it takes so much less time. They're already pre-made, and inside the country ready to ship. The packaging is simple, but clean (I mean, it IS just a watch strap after all), and response time to package each order has been almost immediate. I will continue to use Holben's, and I'm glad to have found them. I've since also turned many people in my Facebook group "Marathon Watch Co. Enthusiasts" on to them.
The product itself is just as it should be. Clean, new, no defects. I just received Erika's Black Ops MN strap with red stripe, in 20mm, and I'm waiting for its intended watch to return home from servicing. But I have the same band in 18mm for my smaller version, and it's beautiful. Completely changes the look and feel of my Marathon watch, draws compliments, starts conversations, and most of all--keeps my watch firmly in place, without becoming a tourniquet.
This strap looks and feels great! It gives my Longines Zulu Time a completely different personality. I became an instant fan of Erika's Original products. I'm extremely satisfied the customer service I received as I emailed Holben's a couple of times and received replies right away. Additionally, I ordered the straps on Saturday, received a notification an hour or two later they had been shipped, and they were in my mailbox on Monday. With Holben's huge selection of straps from so many different companies, I'll be sure to visit their site first when I'm in the market for some new straps.
This strap looks and feels great! It gives my Speedy a completely different personality. I really like the way these Erika's straps are secured to the wrist as they offer a clean, low-profile look. I'm extremely satisfied the customer service I received as I emailed Holben's a couple of times and received replies right away. Additionally, I ordered the straps on Saturday, received a notification an hour or two later they had been shipped, and they were in my mailbox on Monday. With Holben's huge selection of straps from so many different companies, I'll be sure to visit their site first when I'm in the market for some new straps.
Great strap! Fits well and it’s very comfortable. Safe, secure, and good looking.