Amazing quality and this bracelet really makes my Marathon JDD pop! Love the weight and overall look
Ordered this bracelet to pair with a new era Raketa Big Zero (daily watch). The quality and comfort of this product is top-notch. Looks good, feels good and no worries about it falling apart with regular use. Very well built quality product. Going to buy more for my other watches.
I have been searching for a Milanese bracelet for it Breitling Superocean Heritage for months. I had planned to purchase the actual Breitling strap, but quickly realized I made a huge mistake not just getting the watch on the mesh bracelet from new because it was only a $350 price bump and I could likely have gotten it for less, but now they want $890 for the bracelet by it self.
During my search I discovered that the same company makes most of these bracelets for all the big brands, and that company is Steib of Germany.
I found Holben’s who has the best selection of their products and most if not all in stock.
I will say the measurements listed from the manufacturer are far too confusing, I was convinced that the 2785-2785 bracelet would not fit my 6 7/8 inch wrist, and nearly ordered a different option. Fortunately Mike the owner of Holben’s answered my emails very quickly and assured me that in the event it does not fit I can return or exchange it for another option.
Sadly after placing my order and receiving the new strap I discovered that I was sent the wrong size from what I had ordered, I ordered a 22mm and was sent the 20mm so that would not due at all. Once again Mike was exceptionally fast with his response to my email, and even went above and beyond to send me a prepaid shipping label, and sent me the correct bracelet even before I sent the incorrect one back. Not only that, but in the second package I received a spring bar tool and an extra set of spring bars just as a way of saying sorry for the mix up.
I was initially annoyed with the mix up in strap size fearing, as most would, that I would have to wait until I returned the nearly $300 strap before the replacement was sent out. Not the case with Holben’s, Mike is a stand up businessman and good to his word! My replacement was in the mail the next day, and now that I have received it I could not be happier.
If you are in the fence about buying a new watch strap or bracelet for one of your fine watches, don’t be. A new strap can change the entire look and feel of a watch and make it feel like an entirely new piece. I have every intention of ordering more straps from Holben’s and I think my next one will surly have to be a n Erika’s originals which I have been dying to try but could not find a reliable retailer that had them in stock. Now I have and I’m sure many more purchases are in my future with this company.
Order with confidence, Mike will take great care of you!!
From reading the description I was thinking I needed the long size. My wrist measures 6-3/4. Unfortunately it is too big and I can’t return because it has been installed. Quality is top notch! I will be buying the regular one, and selling the long one half price. Lol, now this bracelet will cost me $300 instead. Maybe I’m not measuring right? What’s going on here…
The bracelet is a nice weight. I put it on a omega aqua terra seamaster with green face. It does nice compliment of the mesh and watches face. Easy to install. Easy to adjust to your watch size. Really happy with purchase.If you like mesh look, great choice.
The quality, fit and finish is well worth the price! Initially I wanted to go with the polished version as to match my watch’s case finishing but ultimately I decided against that and went with the matte version instead. I’m glad I did, I think the polished version would have been too much bling. I went with the 150mm length and surprisingly it fit perfectly straight out of the package on my 7.3” wrist. There’s still room for adjustment so if my wrist size fluctuates over the years I think I’ll be fine. Anyhow enough of me rambling, I’ll let the pics do the talking for now 😊
High quality mesh, perhaps one of the best mesh watch bracelet in the world.
Worth every penny!
Very good quality!!!
Good matched my CMS.
Very nice quality, the inside of the clasp is cool, has some engine turning.
On a Doxa Sub 300 T, helps it look and wear smaller.
Only complaint- when off wrist it can’t lay flat, must be on its side.
Fast delivery, and nice packaging. Excellent clasp. Fit and finish is first rate. Very comfortable, and adjustment range is nearly an inch. Thicker than expected, but when on the wrist lays nice and flat. The finish is very shiny, but not too noticeable. Clasp scratched easy, but that is to be expected on a polished SS. Overall, best strap I have had on this Tiffany diver. I did have to file it down 1 mm. Watch has a 19mm lug... highly recommended, both Staib and Holbens. This was my second strap from Holbens.
The quality of the Staib Stainless steel bracelet 2784 - 2785 is top notch. I paired it with my matte finish Bulova Lunar Pilot. It elevated the piece to a whole new level. After several attempts to find a aftermarket band I finally found one. I have several high end watches with OEM bracelets and this one is as good if not better that all of them!
This watch bracelet is better than Omegas original mesh bracelet if you ask me! Thicker, one piece and polished to perfection! I have a larger wrist, so if you have a smaller wrist, the clasp may feel uncomfortable, I don’t have that issue at all, wear it all day and it’s perfect.
Exceptional quality! I ordered this bracelet for my Breitling Superocean Hertiage II and I absolutely love it. It drapes beautifully and feels good on the wrist. Looks baller. I'm going to order the polished version of this bracelet as well. Thanks for the great service, Mike!
I bought this band for my 1971 Bulova Chronometer, and it did not disappoint. It is beautiful and the workmanship is second to none. This is a heavy-duty stainless-steel band that is gorgeous. Mike was quick to respond to my questions and shipping was equally as efficient. Thank yoy.
Excellence in quality, unfortunately it’s still a bit bug for me but I’ll make it work. Staib is an incredible brand and the quality is second to none!
Very comfortable, I did pull a few hairs at first but worth it. Holben is a great company to do business with. Very prompt shipment. I had a couple of questions about my order, I wanted to make sure I got the correct size. Their response was almost immediate. I also requested they try to locate a titanium bracelet of the same quality, I feel sure if they find one they will let me know. I really like the bracelet, it is for my everyday wear (Omega 2531.50). It does make the watch wear smaller so would be good for smaller wrists.
Absolutely amazing product that makes my Marathon Watch really stand out. Very high quality and exceptional selection at Holben’s! This is my go to shop for sure!!! Just bought a second one for my 46mm Marathon CSAR…can’t wait to put this bracelet on!
The best quality mesh band in its price point and perhaps the best outside of luxury watch band products.
Costs twice as much as a strapcode but has the thickness and refinement to back it.
Fits my 6.6/6.7 inch wrist with a couple adjustment holes to spare.
4 stars instead of 5 because while the buckle is quite nice, I don't feel the extra long buckle is perfect, which means it doesn't warrant a perfect score. To be clear it is the best one can hope for given the thickness of the mesh, I just feel to be perfect this watch would need a sliding/ratcheting clasp system for quick adjustments and the account for wrist expansion from heat, but short of that this strap is the best it can be.
Very happy with the staib polished mesh bracelet it is heavy duty and extremely well made —- my watch came with a butterfly clasp which I’m not a fan of —- also you need to measure properly—- I have a 7.5 inch wrist but needed the smaller size strap—— best thing to do is measure your wrist minus the head of the watch so you get the right size—- I had to send one back because I didn’t measure correctly
This was my second purchase from Holben. The Staib bracelet I got is of stellar quality and the price can not be beaten. The bracelet is a huge upgrade to my Tissot Seastar 2000 watch. But this time I would like to shed some light on the exceptional customer service I got. Delivery services had a little snag on delivery, Holben's team went far beyond my expectations to ensure I got everything on time for Christmas.
I will definitely be buying again from Holben.
