STRAP REVIEW: MRHANZ "Black Stingray"
Reviewer: Mark A. (andrema)
Strap Being Reviewed: MRHANZ Custom Watch Straps
Strap was donated for review
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Company Website: http://www.mrhanz.com
E-Mail: watchztrap@gmail.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/mrhanz909
About (from company website):
What started as a
personal hobby in 1997, turned into a business venture for me. As a
watch enthusiast, I like to collect straps that could be worn to
different events and activities. At the request of many customers who
ask for additional accessories that match their watchstrap, I decided to
expand my product line to carry & wear goods. At mrhanz, you'll
find many products that will match both your watches and your unique
taste.
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MRHANZ "Black Stingray with Pearl"
Stock Photos of Strap:

Strap Specifications:
· Style: "Black Stingray With Pearl"
· Strap Color: Black
· Length (mm): 125/80
· Width (mm): 24/24
· Thickness (mm): 4.0
· Stitching: Black
· Buckle: Brushed Stainless Steel Thumbnail
Price: $79
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Packaging:
Usually, as long as a strap arrives safe and unblemished, I tend to be fairly flexible when it comes to packaging. In this case, however, I was happily surprised with what I found when I opened the MrHanz “Black Stingray” strap package.
Every strap made is delivered in a custom designed strap box with a magnetic closure. The box has a black/red motif and it is designed to resemble a book. The best way that I can describe it is like a “book safe” that you see in the movies. Inside the box, the strap is secured in place by rubber strapping. This ensures that it remains safely in place while in transit.
I have to say, the quality of the box is very nice. In fact, it can certainly be repurposed as a watch travel case or strap storage after the strap is removed.


Photos of strap:
The MrHanz
stingray straps are offered in several different colors. For the review
strap, I chose the “Black Stingray with Pearl” version.
When I first
received the strap, I was impressed by its unique appearance and rich
tone. The color of the stingray is mottled in appearance, with varying
shades of black throughout its surface. The surface of the strap has a
polished finish that provides a nice sheen. The "pearls" are located on
the buckle-side of the strap and provide a nice, contrasting touch as
well as interest to the strap.
As you can see
from the photos, the strap has minimal black stitching at the lug ends,
which almost disappears into its surface. The hand stitching is nicely
executed and precise.
When received, the
strap had a soft texture and was fairly pliable. The edges are coated
to coordinate with the straps color and they have a very nice, refined
appearance. The craftsmanship of this strap seems to be on par with
similar straps within or even above its price point. These factors,
coupled with the fact that it is completely handmade, definitely make
the strap a very good value and a nice alternative for someone looking
for something that not just plain vanilla.






Wrist Shots:
Please note: For reference purposes, the pictures below are taken on a 7.25 inch wrist.
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My Thoughts and Impressions:
Overall, I am very
pleased with the quality and value received of this strap and I would
recommend MrHanz to anyone looking for a nicely crafted strap at a great
price.
In addition to the
stingray strap that was reviewed, the company also makes a wide variety
of styles, which use traditional leather as well as exotic animal
skins. All of the straps are priced moderately, so take a look at thier
website when you have the chance for examples of their other work.
Thanks for Reading ~ Mark Actual link to the review