Best of Ali-Xpress STRAPS (bracelets)

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john_marston

Discussion Starter · Jun 11, 2020

I've ordered many straps from Ali, but usually they were just OK. I'd love to hear about more straps/bracelets that people thought were fantastic for the price

Every now and then good straps are discussed in the AliX thread. But I thought it would be very useful to compile them in its own thread. I'll start off with some usual suspects, and can update along the way.

**LEATHER**
*Calf*
MAIKES:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32953242726.html?spm=a2g0s.8937460.0.0.55bf2e0epZpXw6

HENGRC:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/329...earchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_

Anbeer:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/400...06101951155561854681327398783545_1&fromDetail

*Croc/Alligator-grain (calf)*
??

*Exotics*
decent entry-level crocodile:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32858354741.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.27424c4dVtjjuK

**METAL BRACELETS**
I've yet to hear someone rave about a bracelet they got off Ali.
HENGRC seems to have some decent ones for ~$13.

Was mainly curious about leather and bracelets, but if people have some particularly good NATOs, Rubber, Nylon, or even clasps etc, share em!

i.e. this seems to the default quality waffle rubber that I might buy:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/400...earchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_

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Gl3nS1m0n

· #1,741 · 3 mo ago

Nico Nico Nii~ said:
Artem clone arrived, seems good so far

The buckle was replaced with a blasted one i had

could you please link the strap? i tried using links in this thread but it shows me item not available.

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tmathes

· #1,742 · 3 mo ago

Gl3nS1m0n said:
could you please link the strap? i tried using links in this thread but it shows me item not available.

I believe the image refers to this strap

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256804206528770.html

You didn't look on the right page. 😁

One of our members here did an extensive review & comparison to the Artems he owns

Best of Ali-Xpress STRAPS (bracelets)

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Gl3nS1m0n

· #1,743 · 3 mo ago

tmathes said:
I believe the image refers to this strap

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256804206528770.html

You didn't look on the right page. 😁

One of our members here did an extensive review & comparison to the Artems he owns

Best of Ali-Xpress STRAPS (bracelets)

I've ordered many straps from Ali, but usually they were just OK. I'd love to hear about more straps/bracelets that people thought were fantastic for the price Every now and then good straps are discussed in the AliX thread. But I thought it would be very useful to compile them in its own...

www.watchuseek.com

thank you very much.
unfortunately, i see this

I'm located in germany
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tmathes

· #1,744 · 3 mo ago

Those links often are based on where you're located. I usually see "aliexpress.com" when I go to the site but sometimes it's "aliexpress.us". And sometimes I get Russian text mixed with English (even though my default didn't change), one time it was Hebrew then Polish. Their site leaves much to be desired (especially the garbage search function)

If you get a link that doesn't work and it's not leading with "www.aliexpress.com/...", replace it with that. For example, if the link here is "www.aliexpress.us/item/12345.html", replace the ".us" with ".com" if the link won't work.

It's not guaranteed to work but typically does.

Another trick that sometimes works is just cutting the number before the .html piece and pasting into the AliExpress search bar. So, for the Artem-clone strap link above, just cut and paste the "3256804206528770" portion in the AE search bar at the top of the web page. I tried it with a browser I never use for AE and it zipped me directly to the correct site.

Give it a shot, else the seller won't ship to your location (as implied in your screenshot).

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redSLED

· #1,745 · 3 mo ago

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cgrad

· #1,746 · 3 mo ago

You can also try searching for "aliexpress 1005004392843522" on Google and then look at the cached version of the page ("dots" icon / Cached).

However, that probably won't enable you to order this strap from Germany. Quite a few Ali vendors of watch straps aren't available like this, most likely because they haven't registered for something called Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which is related to waste disposal of packaging material and required in Germany since last year. The rules differ even between EU countries, so for some vendors the hassle and costs involved for registering with EPR are not worth it.

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Bella Meng

· #1,747 · 3 mo ago

cgrad said:
You can also try searching for "aliexpress 1005004392843522" on Google and then look at the cached version of the page ("dots" icon / Cached).

However, that probably won't enable you to order this strap from Germany. Quite a few Ali vendors of watch straps aren't available like this, most likely because they haven't registered for something called Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which is related to waste disposal of packaging material and required in Germany since last year. The rules differ even between EU countries, so for some vendors the hassle and costs involved for registering with EPR are not worth it.

Hi,This is PAIKI from aliexpress.Yes.We haven't registered for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).So we can't sell to Germany.

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frogles

· #1,748 · 3 mo ago

cgrad said:
You can also try searching for "aliexpress 1005004392843522" on Google and then look at the cached version of the page ("dots" icon / Cached).

However, that probably won't enable you to order this strap from Germany. Quite a few Ali vendors of watch straps aren't available like this, most likely because they haven't registered for something called Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which is related to waste disposal of packaging material and required in Germany since last year. The rules differ even between EU countries, so for some vendors the hassle and costs involved for registering with EPR are not worth it.

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StephenR

· #1,749 · 3 mo ago

Bella Meng said:
Hi,This is PAIKI from aliexpress.Yes.We haven't registered for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).So we can't sell to Germany.

Hi, great to have you active on the forum! I’ve lined up quite a few of your straps in my cart waiting for sale day, over got my fingers crossed you will have some discounts for us

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Sonar

· #1,750 · 3 mo ago

Bella Meng said:
Hi,This is PAIKI from aliexpress.Yes.We haven't registered for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).So we can't sell to Germany.

Hi! Awesome that you have an account here. Currently waiting for 2 of your sailcloth straps after positive reviews in this thread

Any plans to add more colorways and/ or deployant clasps?

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tmathes

· #1,751 · 3 mo ago (Edited)

Bella Meng said:
Hi,This is PAIKI from aliexpress.Yes.We haven't registered for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).So we can't sell to Germany.

Welcome to WatchUSeek! I also am glad to have you here.

Hopefully you'll offer more of these sailcloth straps in more sizes, stitch and fabric colors in the future (like blue stitch, blue fabric and other sizes like 19 and 21mm). That strap line has gotten a good reputation in this thread.

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Gl3nS1m0n

· #1,752 · 3 mo ago

hello guys, thank you, now i know.

it's a shame though, hopetit will change in the future.

cgrad said:
You can also try searching for "aliexpress 1005004392843522" on Google and then look at the cached version of the page ("dots" icon / Cached).

However, that probably won't enable you to order this strap from Germany. Quite a few Ali vendors of watch straps aren't available like this, most likely because they haven't registered for something called Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which is related to waste disposal of packaging material and required in Germany since last year. The rules differ even between EU countries, so for some vendors the hassle and costs involved for registering with EPR are not worth it.

Bella Meng said:
Hi,This is PAIKI from aliexpress.Yes.We haven't registered for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).So we can'then you, now i occur. t sell to Germany.

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gottlob21

· #1,753 · 3 mo ago

I know, I know, AliExpress is drowning in Oyster style bracelets with glidelock style clasps.
But here me out! Having too much selection is just confusing. Want to get a bracelet with clasp for under 50$. While the bracelet should of course be nice, heavy and solid, the endlinks need to be hollow as I'm planing to use those that came with my watch.

Found this one. Any experience with the brand?

https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005004103339887.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2deu

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zent26

· #1,754 · 3 mo ago

gottlob21 said:
I know, I know, AliExpress is drowning in Oyster style bracelets with glidelock style clasps.
But here me out! Having too much selection is just confusing. Want to get a bracelet with clasp for under 50$. While the bracelet should of course be nice, heavy and solid, the endlinks need to be hollow as I'm planing to use those that came with my watch.

Found this one. Any experience with the brand?

https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005004103339887.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2deu

I don't, but I'd be careful of a store with only a 92% satisfaction rating

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Sonar

· #1,755 · 3 mo ago

zent26 said:
Ordered a bunch of Juelong straps, but the highlight has been this guy. Just feels great, and looks great on everything.
Juelong FKMs continue to be absolute winners

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002789991024.html?spm=a2g0o.order_detail.order_detail_item.12.42b6f19cMepFJL

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Just received mine. Absolutely impressed by the quality. Feels the same as my 160usd Vanguard strap.. good buckle as well..

Strap is a bit long though. Would be nice if they made a smaller version.

Also ordered some clasps that were recommended but I think I prefer the buckle it comes with. Hope I can use the clasps on the PAIKI artem clones I about to receive

Shout out to this thread for the great info

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Sonar

· #1,756 · 3 mo ago

Whats a response without pics

Watch Analog watch Product Clock Watch accessory

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pierre chaton

· #1,757 · 3 mo ago

Are all the styles of FKM bands from the Juelong store good? I'm looking at these ones with the locking keeper.

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Sonar

· #1,758 · 3 mo ago

pierre chaton said:
Are all the styles of FKM bands from the Juelong store good? I'm looking at these ones with the locking keeper.

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I ordered two types. Both great, same material

Wouldnt hesitate personally

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Gl3nS1m0n

· #1,759 · 3 mo ago

Sonar said:
Strap is a bit long though. Would be nice if they made a smaller version.

Also ordered some clasps that were recommended but I think I prefer the buckle it comes with.

probably will never happen, they dont even offer most of their straps in 18mm, I'm not even talking about uneven lenghts.

do you mind telling what clasps were recommended/fit juelong straps? i find the buckles a bit too big for my taste.

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zent26

· #1,760 · 2 mo ago (Edited)

pierre chaton said:
Are all the styles of FKM bands from the Juelong store good? I'm looking at these ones with the locking keeper.

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Some of the models don't fit smaller wrists very well, but the quality is consistent.
For the model you shared: quality is excellent, but they're a bit blocky on a smaller wrist, IMO. The strap is thick, and the keeper as well.
Here it is on my 6.5" wrist in both black and yellow

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