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Di-Modell watch straps 

premium quality, hand-crafted in Germany

 

 

Di-Modell's mottos are "Perfection is our passion" and "Perfection in Detail."  Their watch straps live up to both.

 

Di-Modell watch straps are hand-crafted in Germany.  The "Deluxe Collection" of Di-Modell watch straps include additional features that set them apart from,  and above the watch straps made by other manufacturers - a patented Aero-Lining and a nifty loop anchor that's also patented by Di-Modell.

 

These innovative designs and exceptional hand-craftsmanship make Di-Modell watch straps a superb value and offer you a much better buy than other manufacturers' watch straps so often seen and "over-described" on many websites.

 

On their website Di-Modell has an excellent illustrated page detailing the construction of their leather watch straps including those in their "Deluxe Collection" which include the patented Aero lining and loop anchor.

 

Just Arrived - 4 new models 

I keep my order pages up to date with what I have in stock, so you can order with confidence. 

 

to see how Di-Modell watch straps are crafted, please click here

 

Of course,  I provide springbars with every watch strap.  I even install them for you.

 

Choice of buckles -  polished stainless steel or yellow gold-plated in 16 mm and 18 mm . matt/brushed is available in 16, 18 and 20 mm stainless. black PVD is available in 18 mm only. all are nickle-free stainless steel  - - please scroll to the bottom of the page for details

 

- - For buckle sizes on the different watch strap sizes , please scroll down to the bottom of the page.

 

 


 "I love the Di-Modell "Oregon."  My Traversatolo  never looked better." -- John D. , Roselle, IL


 

 

Di-Modell

Oregon hand-stitched

 

Another classically designed watch strap by Di-Modell. Vegetable tanned saddle leather, hand-stitched.

 

With it's classic design it won't compete with  your watch, but will frame it nicely.

 

The "Oregon" is from Di-Modell's Deluxe Collection so it features Di-Modell's patented Aero Lining and loop anchor.  About 5 mm thick at the lugs. 

 

Buckles sizes are 18 mm for both the 20 mm and 22 mm Oregon.   

 

Tan - 20 and 22 mm

Dark Brown - 20 and 22 mm 

Black - 20 and 22 mm

regular length only -

 

@ 3 1/8" X 4 1/2"  - that is @  75 mm  x 115 mm 

please click the above photo for a full-size photograph

 

regular length Oregons

 

suggested retail price

$46.95

 

Sale Price - $ 39.95

your choice of 4 buckle colors as shown on this page.  

You need to note your choice of buckle in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.

 

 

 

 



 

 

Di-Modell

Chronissimo Waterproof

 

from  Di-Modell's "Deluxe Collection"

 

A perfect watch strap for any pilot's watch, chronograph, or sports watch.

 

Made by Di-Model in Germany,  the Chronissimo is made of a matt black calfskin specially tanned  and crafted to be waterproof to 100 meters. Available only in black with white contrasting stitching.

 

Di-Model's motto is "perfection in detail" and this watch strap exemplifies that motto.

 

Please note that the Chronissimo Waterproof can't be used with a deployant clasp because of it's unique construction with the flap under the buckle. 

 

Buckle size is 20 mm  for both sizes of Chronissimos.  Only stainless steel buckles are available.

 


     

    - 20 mm - shorter length  

    - 22 mm - shorter length

     

@ 3" x 4 1/2"  - that is @ 75 mm  x 115 mm

 

shorter lengths for wrist size @ 6 3/4 to @ 7 1/2"

 


 

    - 20 mm - longer length

    - 22 mm - longer length

     

@ 3 1/2" x @ 4 3/4" - that is  @ 85 mm x 120 mm

 

longer lengths for wrist size over 7 1/2" to @ 8 1/4"

 

please click on either photo for full-size photographs 

the Chronissimo is available only with stainless steel buckles  

 

either length - same price 

suggested retail price

$91.95 

Sale Price - $ 69.50

 

 

which length should you choose?

Here is a link to a page showing a comparison of the two lengths of the 20 mm and to see whether it will fit your wrist ... please click here

 

 



 

 

Di-Modell

Bali Chrono

 

The Bali Chrono has everything WISs have told me they want in an alligator-grain watch strap - contrast stitching, a domed profile and just the right thickness at the lugs for today's thicker watches.

 

Buckle size is 20 mm.  Only stainless steel buckles are available 

  

20 mm   in  3 colors -

Black

deep Mahogany Brown

dark Honey

regular length - @  75 mm x 115 mm  and about 6.5 mm thick at the lugs.  

 

please click on the above photo for a full-size photograph 

 

suggested retail price

$45.95 

Sale Price - $ 42.95

 

 

 

 



 

 

Di-Modell

Venezuela

 

The Venezuela is another classic design pilot watch strap with the update of being made of alligator grain calfskin. has everything  watch owners have told me they want in an alligator grain watch strap - with contrast stitching and the right thickness at the lugs for today's thick watches. about 6 mm at the lugs. -  about 6.5 mm it you count the rivets.  :-)

 

This calfskin watch strap is 80 mm x 120 and about 6 mm at the lugs

I have these in 20 mm and 22 mm in 2 colors - Black and a deep Mahogany Brown.

The Venezuela has a double tang buckle so cannot be used with a deployant clasp. Buckle size is 20 mm bor both the 20 mm and 22 mm Venezuela. Only stainless steel buckles are available.

 


20 mm  and 22 mm  in  two colors -

 

Dark Mahogny and Black

 

 

please click on the above photo for a full-size photograph  

 

My photographs do not do this strap justice. The deep Mahogany Brown is an excptionally rich dark Mahogany. 

 

suggested retail price

$68.95 

 

 

Sale Price - $ 58.95

 

 

 

 



 

 

Di-Modell

Pilot

 

The new Di-Modell Pilot a simpler version of the very popular Chronissimo. It's made of waterproof leather and has contrast stitching. Like the original Chronissimo the Pilot is made with waterproof leather that Di-Modell rates to 100 meters. And, like the Chronissimo it has been made to what Di-Modell describes as a "special length" to accomodate thick watches that sit higher of the wrist.

At its 85 mm x 120 mm length it is about 15 mm longer ( 5/8 inch) than the traditional regular length straps which are 75 mm x 115. The Pilot is about 6.5 mm at the lugs.

I've noted the extra length because I think it makes the Pilot a little to long for small wrists just as the longer length Chronissimo was not suitable for small wrists.

Buckle size is 20 mm for both the 20 mm and 22 mm Pilot. Only stainless steel buckles are available

  

20 mm  and 22 mm  in  two colors -

 

Dark Mahogny and Black

 please click on the above photo for a full-size photograph 

My photographs do not do this strap justice. The deep Mahogany Brown is an excptionally rich dark Mahogany. 

 

Please note that the Pilot can't be used with a deployant clasp because of it's unique construction with the flap under the buckle. 

 

suggested retail price

$54.95 

 

 

Sale Price - $ 47.95

 

 

 

 


"I really like the Di-Modell Carbon Sport. They're exactly what I need at a great price. The high quality is evident, even down to the little "keeper" for the loop. The waterproof feature is terrific for hiking or any outdoor activity.

 

The band looks like a million dollars on my Fortis. It's very satisfying to find exactly what I was looking for at a great price." -- Paul C., Boulder, CO 


 

 

Di-Modell

Carbonio

 

Carbon watch straps have always been hot and these are really "cool" ones.  Sport is in the name because they're crafted to be waterproof by Di-Modell. Great texture with contrast stitching.

This superb watch strap also features the patented loop keeper most often found on only Di-Modell's  Deluxe Collection. 

Since it's just over 5.5 mm thick at the lugs it perfect for medium to thick watches.

 

 

Black - 18 mm, 20 mm  and 22 mm

 

regular length only

 

@ 3 1/8" x 4 1/2"  - that is @ 75 mm  x  115 mm

 

 

"this Di-Modell carbon strap is great.

 

It has a beautiful satin finish and isn't shiny." -- Michael H., Vienna Va.    

 

 

 

suggested retail price

$44.95

 

Sale Price - $ 38.25

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.

 

 

"I received the two "Carbonio" watch straps today they look great RGM Pilot and Tag 1964 Carerra re-edition. Thanks for the good advice and for the exceptional service." Frank L. - McLean, Va

 



 

 

Di-Modell

 Ikarus

 

A vintage style style watch strap made from absolutely gorgeous smooth calfskin with contrast stitching.  The rivets are a part of the design, they don't unscrew, so you don't have to worry about them coming unscrewed.

 

A new feature of the Ikarus is its natural rubber lining.  Di-Modell's catalogue describes it as a "caoutchouc lining."   I had to look up "caoutchouc" in my Funk and Wagnalls - and sure enough, it is the natural rubber made from latex collected from rubber trees and plants.

 

The Ikarus is @ 75 mm x 115 mm and is over 5.5 mm at the lugs,  about 6.5 if you count the rivets.

 

Buckle size  is 20 mm for both the 20 mm and 22 mm

 

 

20 mm  - Black and deep Mahogany  Brown

 

22 mm  - Black and deep Mahogany  Brown

please click on the above photo for a full-size photograph  

My photographs do not do this strap justice.  The deep Mahogany Brown is an excptional rich dark Mahogany and the finish is absolutely superb

 

please click on the above photo for a full-size photograph 

suggested retail price

$54.95 

 

 

Sale Price - $ 47.50

 

 

 

 


"The Di-Modell 'Rallye' is terrific, and particularly so on my Omega Speedmaster Schmacher 'Legend.' It really enhanced the appearance of the watch " - - Jim C. , Purchase, NY


 

 

Di-Modell

"Rallye waterproof"

 

Another superb watch strap from D-Modell designed to complement any pilot's watch, chrongraph or sports watch.

 

The perforations make wearing the Rallye cooler and add to it's sporty look. Over 4 mm thick at the lugs.

 

The Rallye waterproof is made of a matt black calfskin specially tanned  and crafted to be waterproof.  Di-Modell rates it to 100 meters. Available only in black.

 

Please note that the Rallye will not work with the deployants I sell - they are designed for standard straps with buckles that have only single holes for the tang in a single tang buckle.  The Rallye had two tangs in the buckle.

 


 

18 mm, 20 mm and 22 mm Black

 

 length - @3 1/8 x 4 1/2 that is 75 mm x 115 mm

 

 

 

please click on the photo for additional photographs

     

    I special ordered the gold-plated buckles so they would be available for my customers. I'll provide a whichever buckle you prefer.  

     

    Please just let me know in the Special Instructions section of your order or via e-mail.

     

suggested retail price - $49.95

 

Sale Price - $ 41.95

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.

 

 


 

 

Di-Modell

 "Kalb Stitch waterproof" 

 

from  Di-Modell's "Deluxe Collection"

 

The "Kalb Stitch waterproof" is a truly elegant calfskin watch strap.  

 

It's a gorgeous,  smooth calfskin which will enhance the look of any dress watch -- would be perfect for the classic Minervas, Omegas, you name it.

 

The "Kalb Stitch waterproof" is from Di-Modell's Deluxe Collection so it features Di-Modell's patented Aero Lining and loop anchor.  Just a tad under 4 mm thick at the lugs.  And Di-Modell rates it as waterproof to 100 meters.

 

  

20 mm in -

 

Dark Brown and Black

 

I no longer stock Bordeaux

     

regular length only - 2 7/8" X 4 1/2"

please click on the photo for a full-size photograph

 

suggested retail price $47.95

On Sale - price too low to advertise

 

Sale Price - $ 39.95 

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.   

  

The superb finishing  and detailing on Di-Modell's "Kalb Stitch waterproof" eclipses that on watch straps by other brand-name manufacturers and so-called "private label" brands costing up to  4 times the price.

 

 


I got my 20mm  Di-Modell "Jumbo" today. It's terrific - I couldn't be happier!  I put it on my 44mm Glashutte Navigator and it looks fantastic. -- Paul H., Michigan


 

 

Di-Modell

"Jumbo"

a classic aviator watch strap

 

The "Jumbo" is one of Di-Modell's newest, designed and manufactured to complement today's large pilot and sports watches.

 

The "Jumbo" is superbly crafted of fine calfskin and is about 5.8 / 5.9 mm thick at the lugs.  The "Jumbo" really is a robust watch strap with contrast stitching often favored for sports watches.

 

The 20 mm size has the traditional more pointed tip while the 22 mm size has the more rounded tip often seen on wider watch straps

 

 

20 mm in

 

 - Honey, Dark brown, Black

     

     

    Honey, Dark brown and Black

    - 22 mm

     

    Please note: the 22 mm "Jumbo" has a 20 mm buckle and so takes a 20 mm deployant clasp.  I have those in stock.

      

all "Jumbos" are regular length only

3 1/8" X 4 5/8"

 

which is 80 mm x 120 mm

L to R - colors are Black, Honey and Dark Brown

please click the photo for a large photograph

 

suggested retail price

$34.95

 

 

 

Sale Price - $ 29.50  

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail. 

 

 

 


"The navy croc-grain Luxor strap is beautiful. It looks better than the OEM navy alligator strap on my IWC Portugese with white dial,  blue indices and hands. Until I saw it, I was going to put it on a lessor watch"   - -  Robert R., Canada


 

 

Di-Modell

Luxor waterproof

 

I've seen hundreds of watch straps made by scores of manufacturers and the "Luxor" is made with the best looking small scale pattern crocodile grain calfskin I have seen anywhere. Matt finished.

 

The "Luxor" is about 5 mm  thick at the lug end.

 

It is absolutely gorgeous. On the wrist, its indistinguishable from the real thing.

 

Stunning.

 

A Dark Brown "Luxor Waterproof" is shown at right on a Titoni Pilot.  

 

     

    20 mm in

     

    Dark Honey

     

    Dark brown

     

    Black

      

regular length only - 2 7/8" X 4 1/2"

 

I have stopped stocking the Navy Luxor

 

a Dark Brown Luxor on a Titoni Pilot

 

 

 

suggested retail price - Aug. 2008

$50.95

 

Sale Price - $ 42.95

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.

 

 

 


 

 

Di-Modell

 "Carbon Chrono waterproof" 

 

Like all "carbon" straps, Di-Modell's "Carbon Chrono waterproof " is premium calfskin crafted to look like carbon fiber.  This one has a few  kickers, a built-in deployant clasp with push button release and a fold over flip lock, Di-Modell's patented Aero lining, and it's rated waterproof to 100 meters by  Di-Modell.

 

Standard length is a bit longer than "regular" length straps - again to accommodate thicker chronos and other thicker watches that sit farther off the wrist @  3 1/8" x 4 ¾"   Thickness at the lugs is about 5 mm.

 

 

Black - 20 and 22 mm

please click the photo for a full-size photograph

 

 The "Carbon Chrono waterproof is available only with the brushed finish stainless steel deployant clasp shown.

 

suggested retail price

$91.95

 

Sale Price - $ 69.50

  

 

 


 

 

Di-Modell

"Montana"

 

from   Di-Modell's  "Deluxe Collection"

 

A classic textured calfskin  watch strap designed with full padding (over 5 mm at the lugs) which makes it perfect for chronographs and pilot watches.  With contrast stitching.  

 

Like all the watch straps in the Di-Modell Deluxe Collection, the "Montana" features Di-Modell's patented Aero Lining and loop anchor.

 

  all sizes and colors

are in stock and ready to ship 

 

 

Medium Brown -  20 mm and 22 mm

     

Black  - 20 mm and 22 mm

      

regular length @  3 1/8" by 4 3/8"

 

 

please click the photo to see a full-size photograph

 

suggested retail price

$57.95

 

Sale Price - $ 49.95

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Di-Modell

"Bali"

 

now in Shorts too

 

These classic alligator-pattern calfskin (croco-calf) watch straps have matt finishes * and have been designed with a medium padding - about 4.2 mm at the lugs - a perfect thickness for most watches.

 

The "Balis" also have the added feature of Di-Modell's patented loop anchor - a feature normally found only on Di-Modell's Deluxe Collection watch straps.

 

regular length - @ 3 1/8" x 4 1/2" 

long length - @ 3 1/2" x 5 1/8"

 

The regular length Bali is available in two styles - with matching stitching and with contrast stitching.

 

with contrast stitching in:

 

Black & Dark Brown - 20 mm

 

Black & Dark Brown - 18 mm

 


 

with matching stitching in:

 

Dark Honey, Dark Brown, Black, Green, Navy & Gray * - 20 mm

* please note that the Gray only is a shiny finish.  All other colors are matt finished.  Gray on special order.

     

 

Dark Brown -  18 mm 

  


 

Shorts

with matching stitching only

     

short length - @ 2 1/2" x 3 7/8"

     

Dark Honey, Dark Brown  - 20 MM SHORT

 

Bali with contrast stitching (above)

 

Bali with matching color stitching (above)

please click on either photo for full-size photographs

and for  names of the colors for each strap as shown.

 

regular and short lengths

 

suggested retail price

$42.95

 

Sale Price - $34.95 

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.

 

 

     

 

your choice of stainless steel or yellow gold plated buckle. Please note your choice in the Special Instructions of the order form or let me know by e-mail.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Di-Modell watch strap buckle sizes 

Di-Modell buckle sizes - 16 mm watch straps have 16 mm buckles; 18 mm and 19 mm watch straps have 16 mm buckles; 20 mm and 22 mm watch straps have 18 mm buckles.  

 

The exceptions are the Chronissimo,  Bali Chrono, Pilot, Venezuela and Ikarus which have 20 mm buckles on both the 20 mm and 22 mm size, the "Jumbo" 22mm which has a 20 mm buckle, and the "Alligator Louisiana" 19 mm watch strap strap which has an 18 mm buckle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The four buckle finishes are available in the following sizes only :

 

Polished stainless steel in 16, 18, and 20 mm. Gold-plated in 16 and 18 mm.

 

Brushed finish is available 16, 18 and 20 mm. Black pvd finish is available in 18 mm only.

 

Black PVD and brushed finish are not available for the Rallye because it has a double tang buckle and those finishes are not available from Di-Modell.

your choice of 4 buckle colors

with each Di-Modell watch strap

(left to right) gold-plated, matt/brushed, pvd finish and polished - all are nickle-free stainless steel.  

 

Available sizes and finishes are shown under the buckle photograph

 

You'll need to tell me which buckle you'd like on each strap in the Special Instructions part of your order.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


The Perfect Tool for Changing Watch Straps and Bracelets

 

 

 Bergeon Spring Bar Tool

 

The small forked tip on the Bergeon 6767F springbar tool was designed to be the perfect size for compressing spring bars on watch straps without damaging the watch strap or watch.  It also works perfectly to remove or install bracelets -- for the same reason.

 

The straight pin is designed for watches with holes through the lugs and buckles with holes for the springbars.

 

For a complete selection of watchmaker's tools

for watch collectors ..  

     

    $19.95

 

 

to order, or for information via e-mail ...

 

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    Please note: This spring bar tool was designed for installing and removing spring bars.  It was not designed for, and should not be used for removing pins from bracelets.  There are special pin remover tools for that purpose.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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