Homecare Posted January 6, 2018 Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 Hi guys We are looking at starting to offer replacement watch straps at our shop and I was just wondering if anyone could recommend a reliable supplier? Thanks in advance 👠Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamparker Posted January 6, 2018 Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 We use Condor always get great service. www.condorgrp.com Tel 020 8370 4300 Homecare and Mike at Vauxhall 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryHeffernan Posted January 6, 2018 Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 I’ve used LBS a bit and never had any issues. Homecare 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homecare Posted January 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 Thanks for that, will give them a try I was going to use Charles Birch but after 3 attempts just to get a catalogue sent I gave up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakeemz Posted January 6, 2018 Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 birch sell condor straps anyway, so u might as well buy straight from condor Homecare 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homecare Posted January 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 birch sell condor straps anyway, so u might as well buy straight from condor Brilliant thanks good job I came on here for advice, I'd never have known that rob g 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkybob Posted January 6, 2018 Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 I use LBS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted January 6, 2018 Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 I use several, but condor is best overall for range, price, quality and service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Cobbler Posted January 6, 2018 Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 Either Condor or LBS. LBS send out the same day if you get the order in before 2pm. Condor take a day or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelCityShoes Posted January 7, 2018 Report Share Posted January 7, 2018 What are the straps from Cousins like? Also I’m trying to find some decent metal straps, the last few I’ve ordered from LBS have been rejected by my customers as being too flimsy. Does anyone have a recommendation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted January 7, 2018 Report Share Posted January 7, 2018 They're okay. The one that stands out for me is a padded contrast stitched strap called "Milano". It is Also available from Donald Clarke. ( an important complimentary supplier to my pre dominantly condor range.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakeemz Posted January 8, 2018 Report Share Posted January 8, 2018 cousins have a very good and wide range of metal bracelets, best i have found and i have accounts with condor lbs and local cashies.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Cobbler Posted January 8, 2018 Report Share Posted January 8, 2018 We had some metal bracelets from Cousins before we started using Condor, and found them to be very good. I know what you mean about the LBS bracelets, they are a bit lightweight in comparison. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted January 8, 2018 Report Share Posted January 8, 2018 cousins have a very good and wide range of metal bracelets, best i have found and i have accounts with condor lbs and local cashies.. This is very true, also a very good price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYKeys Posted January 8, 2018 Report Share Posted January 8, 2018 Do Cousins do a "starter pack" of watch straps? I am unsure what to stock as we don't do any at the mo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakeemz Posted January 8, 2018 Report Share Posted January 8, 2018 Dont think they do, but if u order 12mm, 18mm, 20,mm in black and brown to begin with then 22, 24 and 16mm get u started,remember straps start from 6mm to 30mm in 2 mm increments and by the time you have ordered all in black brown tan and white you are talking nearly 1000 pound, so i would say start with fast sellers and build your stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulsar Posted June 10, 2018 Report Share Posted June 10, 2018 On 1/6/2018 at 9:25 AM, grahamparker said: We use Condor always get great service. www.condorgrp.com Tel 020 8370 4300 It might just be me but I've tried multiple times to have a look at the stock but can't seem to find a way to view. Been onto the stockist sign in page but as I'm not previously a customer i can't so tried looking for a new member sign up but there doesn't appear to be an option? Any help guys? I've always had my straps from Birchs so using Condor direct would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamparker Posted June 10, 2018 Report Share Posted June 10, 2018 Give them a call, they use physical catalogues rather than online sales. Pulsar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulsar Posted June 10, 2018 Report Share Posted June 10, 2018 Just now, grahamparker said: Give them a call, they use physical catalogues rather than online sales. Ah got ya, i will do just that tomorrow. Many thanks Graham! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted June 10, 2018 Report Share Posted June 10, 2018 Talking of condor. Has anyone else noticed their top selling 123 model has gone from a lovely soft glove leather, that literally sold itself, into something far harder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakeemz Posted June 11, 2018 Report Share Posted June 11, 2018 yes i noticed it, so for my base price strap i switched to cousins.. condor website is useless and makes me spend more with cousins, as i cant be bothered calling all the time, i only use condor for batteries now as cousins charge ridiculous amount on postage if you include batteries in you order.. lbs and condor seem to post them fine Mike at Vauxhall 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Cobbler Posted June 11, 2018 Report Share Posted June 11, 2018 The Condor website is a bit of a nightmare, but I seem to be getting the hang of it now. You could always arm yourself with the catalogue and put your order in an email to the sales office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted June 11, 2018 Report Share Posted June 11, 2018 Cousins range is getting much better. I see they are bringing out a good price super soft leather in sept. And the website is very user friendly. hakeemz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted October 2, 2018 Report Share Posted October 2, 2018 Just received a stock of the "soft touch" straps from cousins. Virtually identical to the old style condor 123. Will sell itself . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakeemz Posted October 2, 2018 Report Share Posted October 2, 2018 1 hour ago, cowers lane 583 said: Just received a stock of the "soft touch" straps from cousins. Virtually identical to the old style condor 123. Will sell itself . whats the product code for these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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