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Haveston IVA Skylab '73 Hook-and-Loop Nylon Watch Strap
Orange IVA strap inspired by Skylab-era flight suits.
Bright orange flight suits used during the Skylab program in 1973 marked a shift toward higher visibility for intra-vehicular activity, a tone that carried forward into later shuttle-era equipment. The Haveston IVA Skylab ’73 carries that same saturated orange across the strap, set against black backing with crisp white markings. The contrast is immediate and functional, echoing how these suits were designed to stand out clearly in confined, equipment-heavy environments. That strong color separation translates well to tool watches and chronographs, where legibility and visual clarity drive the overall look.
Material & feel
Nylon exterior with integrated hook-and-loop lining. The strap uses a reinforced layered build with full-length webbing support, giving it a structured and slightly rigid feel. The surface has a fine woven texture with a matte finish. A bead-blasted stainless steel hoop buckle and a rubber locking keeper provide secure fastening.
Sizing & specs Length, taper, spring bars, buckle finish and more
Fit guidance
IVA’s one-piece configuration threads behind the watch, helping keep it secured if a spring bar fails. The hook-and-loop closure provides continuous micro-adjustment rather than fixed sizing holes, and the extended design offers an additional 50mm of usable length when needed. The layered construction creates a higher profile than standard pass-through straps and may feel more substantial on thicker watches.
Popular watch pairings
20mm strap width fits:
- Omega Seamaster Diver 300M
- Omega Speedmaster Professional
- Oris Big Crown Pointer Date 40mm
- Rolex Submariner
- Sinn 104
22mm strap width fits:
- Orient Kamasu
- Orient Ray II
- Tudor Black Bay
- Tudor Pelagos FXD
Wear & care
Can get wet, handles regular water exposure but will absorb moisture. Allow it to dry fully after use.
To protect surface-applied markings, avoid machine washing, abrasives and high heat. Rinse with lukewarm water as needed. Mild soap may be used. Allow to air dry fully. Markings may fade with use or repeated abrasion during installation, especially if the bar-to-case clearance is tight.
About the brand
Haveston is a British strap maker built around a clear point of reference: the kind of equipment issued to be used, not admired. Its designs draw from vintage military and industrial gear, where materials, construction, and layout were shaped by function first.
The brand takes cues from historical use across aviation, space exploration, and military service. That influence shows up in the details, from single-pass layouts to hook-and-loop closures and straightforward two-piece straps. The result is a range focused on durability, simplicity, and the same practical character found in the original equipment.
Shipping
Orders placed by 2:00pm PST on business days typically ship the same day.
Tracking is included with every order and emailed at shipment.
United States
- USPS Ground Advantage: free on orders over $59, or $6.95 on orders up to $59. 3 to 6 business days.
- USPS Priority Mail: $11.95. 2 to 4 business days.
- USPS Priority Mail Express: $28.95. 1 to 3 business days.
International
- USPS First Class International: $18.95. 10 to 21 business days.
For complete shipping details, see our Shipping Policy.
Returns & exchanges
Unused items may be returned or exchanged within 60 days of purchase. Please contact us before sending an exchange.
For full return details and instructions, see our Returns Policy.
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“Redstone” rubberized printed text began to wear off after several wears.
Strap hardware, fabric, and stitching otherwise are exceptional, especially for the price.
Thank you for the review. The Redstone markings are surface printed and can wear with abrasion, especially during installation on tighter clearances. This is helpful context for others considering this version.
Not all unique things are awesome, but thankfully this is both. Haven't seen a strap made like this before, and I'm glad it looks great and is also comfortable. Also, thank god, it doesn't have the "melted itchy stitching" feel that a lot of nylon straps have. Feel smooth against my skin. Will be getting it in the other colors soon!
This strap is burly and thick. With some watches you’ll need to remove and then replace the spring bars because the strap is too thick to slide it into place. The Velcro is strong and the strap is heavy duty. This black strap looks the business. It’s something you probably don’t have already so you can change up your watch’s looks.
I may have ordered a small but this band does not fit my wrist at all.
Thanks for the review. The IVA series fits roughly 6.5–8.25in wrists, so it can come up short on larger wrists. We appreciate this helpful context for others looking at this style.
This will be my second hook and loop strap and they keep impressing me! Great quality and enough colors to choose from to match any situation.
These are the most comfortable hook and loop straps i have found yet. Sturdy materials and great colors.
This is my first strap that has the hook and loop system. It's a very fun strap to add to my collection of straps. I love the grey color and absolutely love the comfort on wrist. The strap is a little on the thick side so it won't fit all watches. I recommend this strap for someone looking for something a little different for their watches and for their strap collection.
This is a very well made band. I will be modifying it pretty extensively though and I wouldn't buy another. First, having the Velcro extend the whole length of the strap just makes it unnecessarily stiff and thick under the watch itself, I plan to remove some of it where the watch rides. Second, I have a 7 1/2 wrist and I think the whole thing is just really too long, so I'm going to have a shot at shortening the band. If I was going to use it over my moon suit (or maybe a wetsuit) I'd maybe appreciate the extra length.
Exactly as described. Excellent quality, Fast shipping. I'm very satisfied.
Bought this for my moon watch. Very well made, with nice hardware and printing. As always, a great product and great service. Thanks Holben’s.
Can this strap be worn in the water?
Hello,
Yes, this strap is designed to be worn in the water as well and is suitable for diving.