Why I love using a 16mm bund strap on vintage watches

I've always thought that finding a 16mm bund strap is like discovering a hidden cheat code for your smaller vintage pieces. If you're into older watches, you know the struggle: you find this gorgeous 1940s field watch or a sleek mid-century dress piece, but it looks a bit tiny on a modern wrist. Or maybe the lugs are just so narrow that a standard strap makes the whole thing feel a bit fragile. That's where the Bund style comes in to save the day, and specifically in that 16mm size that can be surprisingly hard to track down. ...

May 19, 2026 · 7 min · Sesion Yaffe