I had that problem with the buckle slipping, so I contacted them, and they sent me a redesigned buckle that doesn't slip and makes it easier to fasten the clip too. All straps now have the new buckle. They are good value for money.

As MericanSport says you have way too much extra flapping around there, cut it to the correct length and heat seal it.

I got one from Luff. Its looped permanently so pretty easy to put on. Its been quite good on my skx007. Supports the watch well.

thanks for saving our hard earned bucks bro

I bought these and found the same loosening problem. I emailed them and they are sending the updated buckle which is basically a double version of the old one, more friction, less slip I suppose. We'll see if it improves...

They have released new hardware for these straps and it makes a huge difference. The watch is now properly secure and there is no moving and slipping of the watch at all. Also, you have to cut the strap cause you seem to have very small wrists.

Just received this strap.After being disappointed I looped the excessive strap through the springbar I.e. Double thickness and it holds the watch head better and the excess strap will stay hidden.my "buckle" is completely different to what I have seen online as well...?

The new Cheapest Nato Straps Paratrooper models (2020) have new hardware that doesn't loosen up. I do not mind the long size that goes under two times; actually, I like it. I wear them quite tight on my 6.9-inch wrist. I did shorten some of the straps, to my regret, to repurchase the straps.

Yeah I just picked up a bunch of these from them. Ngl, I see why I never heard of paratrooper straps or marine nationale straps before. Because they’re near impossible to adjust on the fly and Not nearly as easy as a nato to swap out. I haven’t worn my straps for a full day yet so we’ll see how they feel but idk if I trust that it wouldn’t insta while wearing it. Anyone else have these concerns/ thoughts

Great video.

Does the strap go under the watch when it's on your wrist or does the watch sit on your wrist?

That really is unfortunate because the straps themselves really look nice, I like the styling, but if they are not functional or comfortable, that trumps the way the straps look.

I have a Marine National and was wondering about these for a fixed bar watch, but yeh, that silly extra bit flapping about is obviously a pain. Though they do have new buckles to avoid the slipping, I'm not getting one. However I have seen elastic NATO straps that's temping.

on the first watch you have the buckle backwards!

I feel the problem lies with, as it does with myself, who also has a thin wrist, that a diver watch is ill-suited for a parachute band. The size and weight just isn't suitable.

Go over the strap another round then the buckle will not slide back bcos of tightness. Don't cut it short. Made do bcos of low cost. Expensive means good things, Cheap means so - so only ✌🏻😄

you need to cut them shorter for your wrist. These work great for me, on the wetsuit or on my wrist, very clean look

You don't need to cut the strap. Don't do it again! There is another, safer way to put on a nylon strap in one piece. You make an extra way up. When attaching the strap, place your hand between the cover of watch and the nylon strap. You will make an extra securing loop and use the excess strap, then proceed the same way. In addition, the safety loop makes it easier and safer to fasten the buckle.

Their updated design is much better than this. The strap goes in and out of the buckle twice now, so there's no slippage at all. I picked up a couple of colours, one similar to the classic MN, and their Black Bay-inspired one, black with gold and red stripes, which looks superb. I love it and I totally recommend their Paratrooper straps, it sounds like they're a great improvement over the older ones.

I've bought the Marine Nationale version of this strap and it doesn't work at all: the design of the loop is different to the one of Erika's way to expensive but well designed MN straps. Sending the strap back doesn't make sense though - at this price.

This looks similar to the Erica's and Luff straps, and it is very well made from good materials. However, as he points out, it is a failed design. Too bad, I wanted to like these.

Hahahaha The Erika’s original is also very difficult to put the hook on the clasp

What is this brand called? I am trying to find a replacement for it. I actually want this particular cheapo brand. LOL

Dude what the hell are you doing? Just look at the length of your black strap with the white line... You're not supposed to loop it under the watch thus creating a double pass nato for whatever reason. You're supposed to find your fit and then cut the excess away. I would pay money to see you try and put it on the way you did lol. I've had their paratrooper on my Seiko Flightmaster. I bought the version with 2 holes on the metal loop and I never, ever had an issue with it becoming loose or unhooking accidentally. These paratrooper straps are amazing for the money. I had the original Marine Nationale strap and I hated it with a passion. I can't believe a strap can be both tight and loose at the same time. These paratroopers give you the look and feel of the Marine Nationale without it being gimmicky like the "original".

Why didn't you show putting the watch on your wrist?

I also have one. Didn’t realize it WASNT looped. But it wouldn’t be hard to get someone to sew it for you. I have a sewing machine and might try it. I bought the hook strap from nick mankey and it’s a great strap for the price

I just bought one similar to this but with slightly better/improved buckle design but still it drives me crazy to put it on. Once it's on it will come loose after a couple of hours of normal wearing. It's just a FAILED design. Absolute FAIL. 😬

Just got one of their marine national straps lol they're not even right the buckle is on a loop and you can't even put it on properly.

I guess sometimes it's best to buy the original & not skimp and endup spending more when you realize you have to buy the genuine.

what are you talking about? they are great straps! never ever gonna pay up to 70 for erikas. it's just a strap.

NOMAD is a good alternative.

First of all, you’re wearing too big a watch for your small wrist. Second, you’re wearing the paratrooper strap too loose.

Great video. Saved me 10 bucks and disappointment. Thanks!

Would have been a useful video before I bought one 😂

I agree 100% this strap is badly designed and guaranteed to lose your watch even if you do manage to install it properly. I wrote to cheapestnatostraps about this and they told me it was my fault but I've had other similar straps which were great.

I've recently bought a marine nationale strap they generally don't look like the one you've got, also it's super comfortable to wear. Maybe you should look at buying one a little more expensive

Just got one of these and I regret buying it. Big downgrade in design, even with the new buckle. Also, since the excess loops under the watch body like yours, it's basically double layer anyway. Material is okay though, just wish it wasn't such a dumb design. Wish I had watched this video first 😭

That's why it's called a "cheapest" strap 🥴

Thanks not for me!

Cheapest Nato Straps are trash. Might as well buy off ebay for the same quality and at 1/3 of the price.

That’s not what a paratrooper strap is like. You can google mn strap and other strap with same design and see the difference. These straps look unfinished product to me.

They're not cakked cheapest for nothing lol

How absurd. This is a half-product before final sawing, and people are paying for it. I don't know who is more ridiculous - those who sell them, or those who buy them. Open debate to get your money back and buy a finished strap on Aliexpress for 13USD.

Stop complaining. U have so thin arms. Maybe thats where the problem is