Silicone Watch Strap Loop for Samsung Gear S3, 18 mm

Samsung Gear S3 Keeper Loop in Silicone, for an 18 mm Band

The Gear S3 is a round smartwatch with the look of a traditional watch, and many owners care about keeping it tidy on the wrist. When the keeper of the silicone band tears or disappears, the strap end sticks out and spoils that clean appearance. This compatible keeper fits the Gear S3 band at 18 mm.

The 18 mm figure is the width of the strap at the point where the keeper sits, near the buckle. It is worth checking with a millimetre ruler if you have changed the original band, as aftermarket straps for the Gear S3 do not all share the same dimensions.

Fitting is straightforward. Thread the free end of the band through, stretch the silicone slightly and slide it towards the buckle until it rests over both layers. There is no need to detach the strap from the watch.

Silicone is a sensible material for a smartwatch worn all day: it shrugs off sweat and rain, keeps its shape and is washed with a little soap and water. Since the keeper is the part most often lost when changing or cleaning straps, a spare is worth having.

Gear S3 keeper Q&A

Does this keeper suit a Gear S3 leather strap? It is a silicone keeper intended for the Gear S3 silicone band; on a leather strap, a leather keeper usually looks more natural.

What width should I measure on the Gear S3? Measure the band near the buckle; this keeper is for an 18 mm strap.