Silicone watch strap keeper, yellow, for 26 mm straps
If the free end of your 26 mm strap keeps flapping about, this yellow silicone loop puts it back where it belongs. It…
passant-26-4A grey silicone watch strap loop for 17 mm straps, made to replace a keeper that has split, stretched or gone missing. It feels soft against the skin and does not mind water, so it can stay on for swimming, showers and workouts. The grey shade blends with metallic cases and darker bands alike. It is meant for straps exactly 17 mm wide, measured at the point where the loop sits.
A grey keeper is the quiet all-rounder. It suits anthracite and grey rubber, steel and titanium-look cases, and watches with slate or silver dials. Because it sits between black and white in tone, it rarely clashes, which makes it a handy spare for a 17 mm strap of almost any colour.
This keeper is intended for straps 17 mm wide. Such straps are a little unusual, and fitting the wrong size is a common frustration: a smaller loop will not pass, a bigger one slips down the band. Measure across the strap near the clasp, in millimetres, to be sure.
Once you have confirmed the size, fitting is straightforward. The silicone stretches enough to slide over the strap end, then grips the band. It keeps the tail flat and stops it snagging on clothing.
Silicone does not absorb water, does not mind sweat and is comfortable on the skin. Clean it with mild soap and lukewarm water when it needs it. A keeper often fails before the strap does, by splitting or loosening; a grey replacement extends the life of the band.
Does grey suit a steel watch? Yes, grey echoes the metal case and keeps the look understated.
Is this loop suitable for a black strap? It fits any 17 mm strap; on black it gives a subtle two-tone effect, while the black version would blend in completely.
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