Customizable watch strap including straps, buckle, latch, and retainer loops to fully replace any part of a standard watch strap (except the metal spring bars that anchor it to the watch).
The following characteristics can be customized:
Additional Features:
I've used this to replace broken straps for two different watches and they've both held up very well for years of daily use.
They probably aren't as sanitary as commercial rubber/plastic straps due to the tiny grooves that FDM printers produce in the bottom layer, but dish soap and vigorous scrubbing with a toothbrush does a decent job at cleaning them.
Straps and loops should be printed in a flexible filament like TPU, and on a smooth bed for maximum comfort. The buckle is best printed “nose-down” so the arms are vertical, as shown in the picture below. There's not a lot of build plate contact, but it's small enough that it seems to work fine when printed on a textured plate. This orientation provides the best combination of strength and comfort.