A Historical Journey of Bund Watch Strap

What is a Bund Watch Strap

The Bund Watch Strap is a watch strap style that features an extra layer of leather that covers the back of the watch case, along with a separate strap. This style not only shields the timepiece from dirt, moisture and extreme temperatures but also add protection against accidental bumps and scratches. Bund strap originally designed for military use but it gained popularity among civilians as well.

Himalayan Alligator Leather Watch Strap - Bund Strap

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Back to World War II

Bund Watch Strap Became Popular

In the mid-20th century, specially during the 1960s and 1970s, the bund watch strap was popular and became a favorite among motosport racing drivers. Its rise in popularity can be also attributed to style icon – Steve McQueen embraced it, fueling its place in popular culture. His passion was showcased for motosports and his roles in films like “Le Mans” or “Bullitt”. Bund watch strap perfectly complemented McQueen’s daring lifestyle and became an extension of his on-screen persona.

Steve Mcqueen Wearing Bund Watch Strap

Steve Mcqueen Wearing Bund Watch Strap

During this time, another iconic figure for the Bund Watch strap was Nina Rindt. As the daughter of Finnish racing driver Curt Lincoln and the wife of Formula 1 driver Jochen Rindt, Nina Rindt became synonymous with the bund strap. Nina often presenced at car races, adorned her wrist with Universal Compax chronograph and bund strap, leading to the nickname “Nina Rindt” being gotten for the watch model she showcased.

Nina Rindt Wearing Bund Watch Strap

Nina Rindt Wearing Bund Watch Strap

Bund straps are still popular today, especially among watch enthusiasts and collectors. With various materials, colors, and styles, bund watch straps offers a wide range of options for individuals who appreciate both functionality and aesthetics in their timepieces.

Type of Bund Watch Strap

Soft Bund Single Piece

This is the very popular type of bund watch strap. Consisting of two essential parts, the base strap effortlessly wraps around your wrist, ensuring a comfortable and secure fit. Meanwhile, the additional protective pad provides a shield for the back of your timepiece, safeguarding it against of daily wear. 

Black Double Hornback Alligator Leather Bund Strap

Black Double Hornback Alligator Leather Bund Strap

• Black Double Hornback Alligator Leather Bund Strap $285.00

Fixed Bund Single Part

Fixed bund single part strap has the extra lining that covers the sides of the timepiece, the same as traditional bund strap, but is is only has a single part without any separate attachments.

Paul Newman Bund

The Paul Newman bund watch strap is a type of bund strap that is often worn by famous actor Paul Newman and associated with the Rolex Daytona watch. This type is typically secure with stitching along the edges and has a distinctive hole design on the leather pad.

Handdn Bund Paul Newman

Handdn Bund Paul Newman

Monster – Raptor

What sets this type of bund apart from others is its padding length. Unlike traditional styles that only offer padding below the watch face, the Monster – Raptor provides an extended padding length that fully envelops and embraces the wearer’s wrist.

• Himalayan Alligator Leather Bund Strap $325.00

Conclusion

From a military necessity to a fashionable accessory, bund watch strap has a rich and storied history that embraced by watch enthusiasts on over the world. Whether worn for its functional benefits or as a nod to its historical significance, the bund strap remains a beloved and iconic watch strap style.