Where to buy 24mm Zulu or Rhino (NATO-style) 4 Ring Band?

[chaserolls]

I've searched high and low with no success for a 4-ring Zulu or Rhino band for my 202a.

Seems most places that carry the 24mm band only have it in the 2 ring configuration, which allows the watch to slide up and down the strap if you wear your watch a little loose.

For those wondering why I want a Zulu or Rhino (MaraTac) band instead of a true NATO one, it is because I think the thicker/meatier nylon that MaraTac uses looks better than the thin NATO straps.

Thanks in advance.

 

[tootall]

Why not get one custom made?

 

[chaserolls]

Why not get one custom made?

that is a great idea actually, then i could pick the fittings too. i just might do that. thanks

 

[tootall]

I have actually thought of doing a few out of WWII ammo pouches. Most all of the US WWII ammo pouches were canvas type material. I think it would be kind of cool to do a vintage canvas nato strap. I have no idea where to get the loops/fittings.

 

[chaserolls]

Waterborne makes a 4-ring 24mm, not as thick as Martac, but thicker than NATO webb. The larger size is said to fit 22/24 and it's not quite 24mm but the webb is soft and works well on Panerai lugs and if you look on ebay you can find 24mm 4 rings here and there, mostly leather though, which aren't as nice. Only nylon webbing works well because of the weave and behaviour of the nylon. Leather isn't limp enough and when it is, is too stretchy. Canvas webbing would also tend to be too stiff, cotton and nylon do not act the same in a weave.

There were canvas, sewn cloth straps, old military surplus, Pretty horrible things.

One inch webbing (~25mm) is pretty common in mountain climbing shops, outdoor sports. Look for solid weave webbing used in pack making. That's what is used in NATOs, RHINO, WATERBORNE, MARATAC etc. The fittings are available from MARATAC as they make the two-ring Zulu, so all you need is 2 of their straps. Or, even contact them and ask them to make a 4 ring run. If enough people ask, they will probably add them to their sales if it's worth it. They added 22mm to 4 rings and are expanding colours as well ..

Thank you! I just ordered a waterborne 24mm 4-ring strap. I'll post pics of how it looks on a panerai when it arrives.