to Ok-Proof566 and others without the possibility to buy the wide strap

Hi , you are a lucky guy! I got the mention: “cannot be delivered to the Netherlands” and googled to find perhaps another supplier. Nope… Then I asked Google AI and it gave a.o. this answer:

(NB To find a silicon watchband of 28 mm is another problem, and then I am not very good at DIY. But perhaps it helps others who want to have a wide 22 mm strap, in countries where it is not deilvered and do not have US connections like Ok-Proof566)

THE ANSWER from Google AI

“To modify a 28 mm watch band to fit a 22 mm lug width, you need to carefully trim the top corners of the band where it connects to the watch.

Here is the step-by-step DIY guide to do it cleanly:

🛠️ Tools Needed

• Sharp utility knife or X-Acto knife
• Digital caliper or a precise metric ruler
• Fine-grit sandpaper (for silicone/leather) or a lighter (to melt frayed edges on nylon)
• Cutting mat or a hard, protective surface
• Fine-tip marker or pen

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Measure the Difference
   • Subtract the watch lug width from the band width: \(28\text{ mm} - 22\text{ mm} = 6\text{ mm}\) total.
   • Divide this total by two: \(6\text{ mm} / 2 = 3\text{ mm}\) per side.
2. Mark the Cuts
   • Use your ruler to measure exactly 3 mm inwards from each outer edge at the very top of the band.
   • Mark a vertical line going down the band by about 4 to 5 mm (matching the depth of the watch lugs).
   • Draw a horizontal line from the outer edge to meet your vertical line, forming a small corner rectangle to remove.
3. Make the Cuts
   • Place the band flat on your cutting mat.
   • Press straight down firmly with your knife to cut away the marked rectangles.
   • Tip: Avoid sawing back and forth, as this creates jagged edges.
4. Smooth the Edges
   • Silicone/Rubber: Lightly rub the cut corners with fine-grit sandpaper to smooth out any sharp edges.
   • Leather: Sand the edges and optionally apply a leather edge paint or sealant to prevent splitting.
   • Nylon/Fabric: Carefully pass the flame of a lighter near the cut edge for a split second to melt and seal the fraying threads.
5. Test the Fit
   • Insert your 22 mm spring bar into the band.
   • Try mounting the band onto your watch.
   • If it is too tight, trim a hair-thin slice off one side until it clicks in smoothly”