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Aviator Vintage Leather Pilot Watch Band

Aviator™ Vintage Leather Pilot Watch Band

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Color: Light Brown
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The grain on these rugged leather watch bands vary and are part of the beauty of wearing real leather products.

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The Aviator™ is a rugged, yet exceptionally comfortable leather watch strap is inspired by those daring pilots who took to the skies to explore new destinations.

Built for Business & Pleasure, our vintage leather pilot strap pairs with just about any watch. It looks just as good on an Omega or Rolex as it does on a Seiko or Citizen. And it can be dressed up or dressed down: from business casual to T-shirt and jeans. Don't forget your aviators ;) 

Because this leather strap sports a timeless classic and classy style, beautifully honed finish, subtle patina, and substantial thickness, it's the perfect companion for today's pilot watches, field watches, dive watches, and tool watches. 

Ready for Runways and Roadways, this leather watch band also makes for a great driving and motorcycle rally strap! We simply love this leather strap's versatility. And we think you will, too.

So, whether you're soaring through the skies or flying low on four wheels, this premium leather pilot watch band is essential for every free-spirited explorer who wants a watch band worthy of the adventure.

Experience firsthand just how good this hand-crafted leather strap looks and feels!

Specifications

  • Quick-Release Included: Swap your strap in seconds with our quick release spring bars.
  • Material: Leather (grain/texture will vary)
  • Hardware: Stainless Steel
  • Length: 125/75mm
  • Widths: 18mm, 20mm, 22mm.
  • Buckle Width (Taper): 18mm > 16mm, 20mm > 18mm, 22mm > 20mm.
  • Buckle Finish: Brushed Stainless Steel
  • Colors: Light Brown, Dark Brown, Black.

Wrist & Lugs Sizing Guide

Size matters! ;)

Getting sizing right matters. Once you know your wrist size and lug size, you can use our filters on our collection pages and search for a watch band that fits you well.

To measure your wrist size:

  1. Print our wrist measurement guide. Cut the ruler, wrap it snug, but not tight, around your wrist. Mark the length, lay it flat, and measure with a ruler.
  2. Use a tailor's ruler, made out of cloth or fabric. Wrap it snug, but not tight, around your wrist. Mark the length.
  3. Use a string. Wrap it snug, but not tight, around your wrist. Mark the length, then lay it flat and measure with a ruler.

To measure your lug size:

  1. Look on the back of your existing strap. Many watch bands and rubber straps will have the lug size imprinted on the back of one or both of the straps. This is the fastest method and helps to ensure an exact fit.
  2. Print our measurement guide. Put your watch over the millimeter ruler to determine your watch's lug size.
  3. Use one of our watch band tools with a printed ruler and use that ruler to determine the lug size.
  4. Use a metric ruler or calipers, to measure the space between the lugs. An imperial ruler can also be used if you convert inches to millimeters.
  5. Find your watch specifications online. Google " lug width" (eg, "Citizen Promaster Fugo lug width"). Most manufacturers list the lug-to-lug size on their website product pages (look under specifications or details). Common sizes will be 18mm, 20mm, and 22mm.
  6. Run it by a watchmaker or jeweler. They will be able to tell you the size between your lugs.

Tips & Tricks

  • Find the taper size to match your custom buckle: If you want to reuse an OEM buckle from an existing watch band, our specifications accordion tab contains taper size, if it exists. Some watches do not have a taper. The taper end is where the buckle joins the strap.
  • Lug widths with two numbers: Sometimes a watch band will list two sizes, such as 20mm-18mm or 20mm/18mm. The first number is the lug width: you need this to fit the strap to the watch. The second number is the taper width at the buckle, which is used to match our band to an existing buckle.

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On Location

When we travel to a special point-of-interest (POI) or find objects of interest to featured in our hero photos, a story unfolds. If the story exists, you'll find it here.

Elephant Rocks State Park, MO

We took a special trip to explore these megalithic formations and take our epic hero shots at the natural rock formations, likely weathered to their current round shape. Hiking up to the elephant-shaped rocks on a lofty summit is the main attraction. Enjoy the views!

The Air Force Armament Museum

The photos featuring a P-51 Mustang and USAF Lockheed F-80C Shooting Star, with the Aviator™ leather watch strap in the foreground, were taken at the Air Force Armament Museum adjacent to Eglin Air Force Base in Valparaiso, Florida.

Over 29 different aircraft are on display at the Air Force Armament Museum, including an AC-130, B-17, B-25, B-52, P-51, A-10, F-15, F-16, F-100, F-101, and many other aircraft from the WWII era to the present.

The North American P-51 Mustang was a legendary American long-range fighter aircraft of World War II, celebrated for its speed, agility, and striking design. Introduced in 1942, it played a decisive role in gaining air superiority, particularly as an escort for Allied bombers deep into enemy territory.

Powered by the 12 cylinder Packard-built Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the P-51 combined high-altitude performance with impressive range, enabling it to escort bombers all the way to Berlin and back. Its sleek lines, bubble canopy, and formidable armament made it both a pilot’s favorite and a feared adversary—earning its place as one of the most iconic fighters in aviation history.

The P-51 Mustang boasted:

  • 1000 mile range
  • Top speed of 505 MPH
  • 41,600 ft ceiling
  • Four .50 Caliber M2 Machine guns
  • Six 5" HVAR rockets or 1,000 lbs of ordinance

The F-80C Shooting Star was a WW2-era fighter, though never seeing WW2 action, primarily used in the Korean war, and the first USAF fighter jet used in combat. The F-80C was also the first American aircraft to exceed 500 mph in level flight.

The F-80C boasts:

  • Top Speed of 580 mph
  • 1,090 mile range
  • 46,800 ft ceiling
  • Six .50-cal. machine guns and eight 5-in. rockets or 2,000 lbs. of bombs
  • Allison J33 of 5,400 lbs. thrust
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Customer Reviews

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Black / 18
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Excellent quality

Really great that the Aviator worked out for you, Mark! It's been one of my favorites from the beginning. I love the look and feel, how it needs no break-in. Thanks so much for the positive feedback!

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Black / 18
Excellent

Excellent quality

Really great that the Aviator worked out for you, Mark! It's been one of my favorites from the beginning. I love the look and feel, how it needs no break-in. Thanks so much for the positive feedback!

Black / 20
My New Favorite

This is my new favorite. I’m wearing it right now and have been since I ordered it.

Hi Michael, I'm glad you're enjoying your Diamond Diver! Hope it brings you years of joy. Thanks for your positive feedback. Blessings!

Green / 20
Best Watch Bands I Own

Hands down the best watch bands that I own! And I have owned many before these! This site is going to be my go to for watch bands from now on!

Hey Michael, thanks so much for your positive review, support, and encouragement! We really appreciate you.

Clownfish Orange / 20
Out of Sight Watchband

Unbelieveable comfort, exeptional style, and amazing value. Buying more for some other watches

What a great combo, Terrance! And thanks for the positive feedback - really appreciate it. :) The orange GlowFish™ strap you chose nicely matches that mesmorizing orange dial of your Christopher Ward watch. Simply beautiful! We truly appreciate your support and look forward to seeing more of our watch bands on your other timepieces.

Blue / 22
Perfect strap and Customer Service

After multiple emails with Jeff, we went with the Wexley Epsom Calf Leather for my Longines Spirit Flyback Blue. When the band arrived it was beautiful and the color match was spot on. I was even able to add my Longines buckle to the strap. It was important to me that I had that added touch. Thanks again to Jeff for making sure all the measurements were correct. I would recommend this company to anyone who appreciates amazinf customer service and beautifully made starps with top tier materials.

Hi Ryan, Jeff here. It was a joy finding the perfect fit, both in color and size. I'm so happy to hear that blue Wexley Epsom strap did the trick — looks great! We really appreciate your positive feedback and your support — really means a lot to the whole team. Btw, you inspired me to look at getting a Longines to add to my collection. It's coming this friday ;)

Green / 22
Mixed materials excel!

Perfect combination of materials to add some pizzaz to my Orient watch!

Hi Timothy! Thank you so much for your positive review of our popular Hunter™ sailcloth + calfskin leather watch nand. We're thrilled to hear that the combination of materials added some pizzazz to your Orient watch — that's exactly what we were going for. And, we agree — that Hunter looks GREAT on your Orient! Thanks for your support.

Black & Blue / 20
Perfect fit for my Citizen

Perfect fit for my Citizen 20mm

Great looking Citizen combo, Dave, and thanks for the positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our StingRay™ Vented Silicone Rubber Watch Band was a perfect fit for your strikingly beautiful Citizen watch. Excellent choice! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we hope you continue to enjoy your new strap. :)

Sunfish / 24
Strap looks amazing

Strap looks amazing, and tye quality it there. Ill be getting more

Thank you for your review, Joshua! We're glad to hear that you love the look and quality of our Mission™ Elite Two-Piece Nylon Straps — they are one of our favorites, too. We appreciate your support and look forward to providing you with more amazing products in the future.

Elite Connery / 18
Quality materials and the colors really pop

Quality materials and the colors really pop. Added to my Omega Seamaster "Peter Blake" and it looks great. Fast shipping too!

What a great combination, Lee! Love the look of your Peter Blake Seamaster with the Connery... glad you're enjoying it. Thanks for your positive feedback and for trusting us with your beautiful Omega.

Bronze Bay / 22
Great experience

Great experience...personalized, responsive, a pleasure ! Thank you !

Thanks, Billy! We really appreciate your kind words. We look forward to serving you in the future!

Brown / 22
No more mall watch repair place for my wristband!

If you want a great experience in selecting, purchasing and savoring great interchangeable watchbands, check out Wrist Outfitters! My dress watchband replacement is sturdy and hand-some (pun intended!)

Thank you so much, Randy — that's what we love to hear!! So glad you're enjoying your 'hand-some' Bamboo wrist band - looks great on your watch. Welcome to the Wrist Outfitters' family!

Connery / 22
The buying process was seamless

The buying process was seamless, pricing fair, and the product exceeded expectations. Highly recommended!!

Awesome, Samuel! Thank you for recommending our product, we truly appreciate it! And thank you for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review and for letting us know we've exceeded your expectations — that's what we love to hear. So glad you're loving that Connery, too. Great choice!

Green / 20
Love the canvas leather combo.

This watchband is so well made. The inside of the watch is lined and the band is durable. It was so easy to slide my Apple Watch onto the band. The color matches the photos too. I’m thinking about ordering more in different colors. Love it!

Hi Stephen! Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review — we really appreciate your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you love the canvas leather combination on our Fieldbourne™ watch band. Our team takes pride in creating well-made and durable products, so we are thrilled that you are satisfied with the quality. We hope to see you again soon, and don't hesitate to reach out if you need any assistance with other colors. Thanks for shopping with us!

Large - 42/44/45/48mm & Series 10 (46mm)
Sturdy design, impressive fit

I ordered the green canvas leather band with the Apple connectors. When received, they had applied the connectors which I didn’t expect. Second, the color matched the one selected. Third, the materials and craftsmanship is well done. I’m looking forward to years of enjoyment. Thank you!

Thank you, Stephen, for your kind words and for choosing our Gold Apple Watch Connector! We are thrilled to hear that you are satisfied with the sturdy design and impressive fit of our product. We are also glad to know that the color matched your selection and that our materials and craftsmanship met your expectations. We hope you enjoy your new watch band for years to come. Thank you for your support!

Connery / 22
Quality materials and great customer service

I am really pleased with the band I bought for my husband. The color and materials are just as pictured on the site, and their customer service was super responsive to a question I had about lug size.

Sammi, thank you for your kind words! We are delighted to hear that you and your husband are happy with our RECON™ Military Two-Piece Nylon Strap. We take great pride in using high-quality materials and providing excellent customer service. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.

This Connery is as rugged as his characters :)

I love the look and feel of this “Connery” patterned NATO nylon strap! Fits perfectly, extremely comfortable, and the colors are spot on. Pairs with my bronze Glycine perfectly!

Hi Jeff,

Thank you so much for your positive review of our HALO™ Elite One-Piece Double-Pass Nylon Straps! We are thrilled to hear that you are loving the 'Connery' pattern — it's one of our favorites — and we're glad to hear it fits perfectly and is comfortable to wear. Thanks for choosing Wrist Outfitters, and we hope you continue to enjoy your Connery HALO!

Best,

Team Outfitters!

Mission Rip Tide

Purchased this for my Doxa Sub250t. The tru colors are the same as my watches dial & wanted something other than a bracelet.
This band is a bit thicker than Natos I've had before, which I like. The hardware also seems more robust than many Nato straps.
Wrist Outfitters kept me updated on my order & checked in after I received it to make sure I was satisfied.
Only reason I didn't give 5 stars - can't attest, yet, to durability of the band.

Hi Bob, thanks so much for the positive feedback — we're so glad this strap worked out for you! We're still in awe as to how nice of a match that Mission™ Riptide was to your striking Doxa Sub250T. Looks GREAT! Let us know how it holds up for you over time. We expect it to last you quite a long time. :)

Sunfish / 20
The second strap loop could be a little tighter once the strap in inserted

The second strap loop could be a little tighter once the strap in inserted. Otherwise it’s great!! Love it!

Wow... the Sunfish looks GREAT on your Citizen! Glad you're loving it :) Thanks for the feedback, too.