kylecrumrine Report post Posted December 7, 2012 I want to make some nato watch straps, similar to the attached image, but I cant find ANYWHERE that sells the hardware. If anyone knows where I could get that kind of buckle/loops (especially if its solid brass) I'd be super pumped! Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramrod Report post Posted December 7, 2012 (edited) i've never seen anything like this....but i'd like to get a hold of some myself. i've been looking at esslinger.com for watch hardware, but they have nothing like this. i just did a search for this. i found a website that is calling the hardware you have pictured "zulu" hardware. the "nato" hardware is rectangular - according to their website (wristsolutions) Edited December 7, 2012 by ramrod Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylecrumrine Report post Posted December 7, 2012 (edited) You're right. I guess I am looking for Zulu hardware. Though really, I'd be happy with either type. Thanks for the clarification! Edited December 7, 2012 by kylecrumrine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beaverslayer Report post Posted December 7, 2012 The legendary NATO strap was based on the British Ministry of Defense Standard 66-47. The NATO strap is intended to be made of "straight cross weave nylon ribbon, free from additives which may act as an irritant to the wrist under humid or extreme conditions". NATO Straps have an additional strap that slides through the 2 lugs, so you have 2 straps of nylon under the watch, instead of one. ZULU (3-Ring) Straps have only 1 long strap, made of thicker nylon cloth, and have thicker beefier buckles. ZULU (5-Ring) Straps is similar to NATO Straps, except it is made of thicker nylon cloth, and have thicker buckles. As far as hardware goes, it seems that there are thousands of people on the net searching for a place to buy it, to no avail. Every site I have checked, the people say that they just buy the cheapest NATO strap, and harvest the hardware. The hardware you show in the picture is what is called "Black PVD Hardware" and I can't seem to find any suppliers for this either.... Good Luck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylecrumrine Report post Posted December 10, 2012 Dang, Nicolas Hollows said he got his from http://www.crownandbuckle.com/, but I emailed them and they said they no longer supply the hardware without the straps. Drat. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amacman Report post Posted December 11, 2012 I can give you a source if you're able to spend around 30 cents for each ring/buckle and buy at least 100 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylecrumrine Report post Posted December 11, 2012 Yeah, that would be great! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suncoast Report post Posted December 19, 2012 I think I've found some rings that could be used on Zulu straps, you'd probably have to fashion a tongue for the buckle though. Have a look. http://www.buckleguy.com/standard-stock-items/?sort=featured&page=6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanC Report post Posted January 16, 2013 Back to the top. Has anyone come up with solution to fabricate a tongue or find a supplier for either NATO or Zulu hardware? To the guy above, for an order of 100, would that be total or for each piece? i.e. 100 rings, 100 buckles or 100 total? Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simontuntelder Report post Posted January 23, 2013 I think the minimum order is 100 sets. Either 1 buckle plus 2 or 3 keepers/rings. They don't come in brass, as far as I know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave068 Report post Posted January 24, 2013 please pass along the info. I too am looking for this kind of hardware. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian3202 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 Have a look around this site, see if there is anything that "floats your boat"! https://www.cousinsu...usinsglobal.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian3202 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 (edited) Have a look around this site, see if there is anything that "floats your boat"! https://www.cousinsu...usinsglobal.com Edited May 21, 2013 by Brian3202 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rueskov Report post Posted July 30, 2013 For anyone interested in making their own ZULU or NATO watch strap I sell the hardware. All sizes avalible in stainless steel. 18, 20, 22 and 24mm, Buy the hardware on the website: www.vintasso.com. Br., Rueskov Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Chee Report post Posted July 30, 2013 Interesting. Do you have the hardware in different colors? Gold nato hardware or black zulu hardware? Also, your website doesn't seem to work. I don't see how to actually order from that site. Andrew Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rueskov Report post Posted July 30, 2013 (edited) Hi Andrew, I am sorry to hear that my web site is struggling, please try this link. http://www.vintasso.com/vintasso/Buy_Zulu_Hardware.html you should be able to make an order using paypal. Let me know if there are any problems. If you can supply me with you mail then it would be easier for me to contact your. I do not have the hardware coloure, only stainless steel. Br., Kenneth. Interesting. Do you have the hardware in different colors? Gold nato hardware or black zulu hardware? Also, your website doesn't seem to work. I don't see how to actually order from that site. Andrew Edited July 30, 2013 by rueskov Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Chee Report post Posted August 2, 2013 Your buy Zulu hardware section works but your buy Nato hardware section doesn't work. The size dropdown doesn't work and the paypal button doesn't work on that page either. Andrew Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rueskov Report post Posted August 8, 2013 Hi Andrew, The page is up running now. Sorry for the trouble and thank you for the feedback. Wkr., Kenneth. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
heavyleathernyc Report post Posted August 23, 2013 Ohio Travel Bag Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Chee Report post Posted August 24, 2013 What about Ohio travel bag? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cdaxj Report post Posted December 1, 2014 Has anyone on here purchased from Vintasso.com before? Please let me know your experience. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanC Report post Posted December 2, 2014 I have. The hardware is better than the stuff you can harvest from inexpensive NATO straps. Relatively expensive, though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cdaxj Report post Posted December 2, 2014 Ok, thank you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HWH19 Report post Posted May 11, 2015 HI Everyone. We have just began stocking ZULU watch hardware on our site. In the next few months we will also have NATO hardware and stainless steel watch buckles. http://www.buckleguy.com/zulu-watch-hardware/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
