Hi, The Lugs & bracelet were part of the design right from the beginning, the case is consider fairly large size due to two combined cases, the custom lugs work out nicely with the bracelet along with solid end links to make the overall design as one complete solid piece & also the watch sits much nicer on the wrist. Another set of end link for the leather strap is not working, the leather will start half way of the wrist. We did try to consider that option. To me, I'm still prefer just with bracelet expecially the "Black".WR . 5ATM more detail & photo at : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1243245457/orbital-by-element-watchThx Mic
Another vote for STEEL with Red.Suggestion - maybe a strap option without the unusual 'bolt' down from the end links.Also, what are the watch's water resistance specs / max depth?Sent from my Valjoux 7750 using Tapatalk