What is a NATO strap?

NATO straps are watch straps which thread behind your watch like a belt (rather than two separate pieces that 'clip' on to the watch face. With origins in the military - NATO straps are available in a wide range of colours and sizes, and can be used on nearly all watches. Traditionally made from nylon - they are now available in other materials such as leather. This is different to "standard" watch straps which are usually two separate pieces which 'clip' on to the watch face.

What is a NATO strap?

NATO straps are single-piece nylon watch straps that thread between the lug bars and behind the face. They are compatible with nearly all watches, and require no specialised tools to install. NATO straps can restyle your watch in seconds, and are druable and waterproof.

Note: we try our best to make sure the colours in our photos are accurate. If you have any problems please reach out via our contact page.

18mm black NATO strap

18mm wide NATO strap featuring ballistic weave nylon and rock solid stitched-in keepers,

Available in 16mm, 18mm, 20mm, 22mm, 24mm and 26mm widths.

This strap is available with stainless steel buckles, black PVD buckles, gold buckles, rose gold buckles, with premium 'seatbelt' material.

If you are looking for something with a bit of extra length - check out our extra long (400mm!) version with silver buckles, and with black PVD buckles.

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Shipped from our Perth warehouse
Same day dispatch - order before 12pm Perth time
We know you'll love our straps
Compatible with your favourite brands - see our guide
Please note - by design NATO straps cover the back of the watch, therefore will block heatbeat sensors on smart watches

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Features

Easy 'slip through' installation - swap straps in seconds
Suits most watches (see the compatibility guide)
Fits watches with a 18mm 'lug width' (click here to find what size is suitable for your watch)
High quality handwoven ballistic nylon for maximum durability and abrasion resistance
Corrosion resistant 304L stainless steel buckles and holders
Fully waterproof and washable
13 heat-sealed buckle holes to adjust to any wrist size
To suit wrists up to 250mm in circumference
Stitched-in buckles (not heat welded or glued)
Quality dyes to ensure colour vitality even after multiple washes