On the Wrist, from off the Cuff: Artem - HydroFlex Hybrid FKM x Sailcloth, Luxury Strap Showcase

[@MrNorcal81]

I have a black Artem sailcloth loopless strap/deployment clasp on the way that I'm going to try on my Omega Speedmaster (newest version with the 3861 movement). I do love its bracelet. It's beautiful and fits me perfectly but there are times and situations where it may be a bit too "glitzy" and draw too much attention. That's where the new strap will come in and I've always felt that chronographs tend to look great on straps.

[@hemantishwaran5741]

They need more options. The lack of a large option is a major oversight. If you wrist is anything over 7” you’ll never be happy which is a shame and also not acceptable for that price point

[@typebflieger]

The Hydroflex line has potential, so I hope Artem expand the options available. It would be great to see a wider range of lengths & lug widths, a loopless style for Omega clasps, an option for standard spring bars (bolt action tab doesn’t hide well), and please match the keepers to the strap color (using the same black keepers might save manufacturing costs, but doesn’t work with the color scheme of many watches). If that sounds hyper critical, it’s because for over $200, these need to be more or less perfect.

[@emilywiseman3246]

I can't speak highly enough of Artem I had a problem with one of my deployment clasps, they sent me a new one and even sorted out the import tax sent by DHL to Thailand fantastic after sale's service

[@gregalonzo747]

Nice straps. The deal breaker for me is the strap is too short.

[@ShakTuala]

I bought Artem's initial release. Now they have more than doubled their prices just because they are the self-proclaimed best. LOL!

[@martinkaplan1805]

For me, it’s all about how it feels on my wrist, which also includes the buckle placement. I’m willing to pay that much for a strap (I paid over $300 for my SMP300 rubber strap), but it’s got to feel great. And until I try it on, I won’t know, and if you attach a band like this on your watch and it’s not just right, the maker says you can’t return it because it’s been worn. So it’s a dilemma for me. Put it on my watch and I don’t like it I can’t return it, and I’ve wasted $200!

[@piotrszmidel]

One big problem-they send it to every Yt reviewer now.Seriously have enough of shilling Hirsch straps in the comments😜Recently Arne was for 60€ here in Germany,Leaf for 77€.Throwing more than 200$ for Fkm is waste of money,if Youre looking for a really premium caoutchouc strap go for B2 strap,their patterns on rubber are crazy.

[@tyarnold4088]

You mentioned Hirsch before now B2., which brand do you feel makes a better strap?

[@piotrszmidel]

@@tyarnold4088 Dont own a B2 since they are expensive.But the patterns they make on rubber are crazy

[@brucecameron7172]

Great vid. Thanks

[@UGA.D]

Artem needs to reduce the bolstering. Not flexible enough for my taste.

[@DugrayHoldbarth]

Self proclaimed "best." These straps are just over priced.