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Basalt Slate Ocean Wave Silicone Apple Watch Band — Specimen No. 7512
$35.00
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$35.00
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SPECIMEN NO. 7512 — THE BASALT EXPEDITION STRAP
Series: Field Exploration Archives | Kinetic Artifacts
"An austere, cold tone of raw basalt and industrial concrete—forged for monochromatic minimalism, rugged utility, and brutalist refinement."
Capturing the quiet gravity of volcanic basalt and architectural raw concrete, this slate gray edition infuses high-performance silicone with an uncompromising cool neutral tone. Featuring an ergonomic ocean wave inner-and-outer texture, it channels air and wicks away moisture with total efficiency during intense training or daily field operations.
Key Features
- Cold Industrial Slate Palette: A refined, dark neutral gray tone that delivers a sharp, minimalist edge while complementing any technical attire.
- Ocean Wave Ergonomic Channels: Ridged wave design optimizes airflow and sweat drainage, preventing skin irritation during long workouts or humid conditions.
- Premium Waterproof Silicone: Molded from durable, skin-friendly fluoroelastomer-grade silicone that resists oil, salt water, and UV fading.
- Secure Snap-and-Tuck Buckle: Precision hardware ensures a snug, zero-slip fit for Apple Watch Series 1–10, SE, and Ultra 1/2.
- Lightweight & Flexible: Engineered for all-day comfort, providing extreme flexibility without deformation or color transfer.
Archival Packaging
Every order arrives packed in a dark velvet-finish collector’s box with serial certification card and archival manual.
Shipping & Delivery
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Good news – it's your lucky day! We offer FREE shipping on all standard orders, no matter where in the world you are.
We've got teams in Australia, the US, the UK, and the EU ready to print and ship your order. Because we're all about mindful consumption, your goodies are made to order – this means we take around 2–5 business days to produce them before they ship. It's better for the planet (less waste!) and means your order is made just for you. Please note that shipping times below are in addition to our production time.
AUSTRALIA (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Aus Post Standard: 3–7 business days
$4.95 AUD – Aus Post Express: 1–3 business days
USA (Shipped from US)
FREE – DHL Standard: 8–10 business days
$3.95 USD – DHL Express: 3–6 business days
UK (Shipped from UK)
FREE – Royal Mail (non-tracked): 3–6 business days
FREE – Evri Tracked Parcel: 2–4 business days
£3.95 – Evri Next Day: 1–2 business days
EUROPE (Shipped from Italy)
Zone 1 – Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Croatia, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Portugal, Romania
FREE – European Standard (tracked): 8–12 business days
Zone 2 – Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Malta, Norway, Serbia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Türkiye
FREE – European Standard (tracked): 8–20 business days
CANADA (Shipped from US)
DHL International Standard (tracked): 8–15 business days
Heads up: Duties/taxes may apply. These are set by Canadian customs and are the customer's responsibility.
NEW ZEALAND (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (non-tracked): 8–15 business days
$13.95 AUD – Int. Standard (tracked): 6–10 business days
$29.95 AUD – Int. Express: 3–5 business days
ASIA (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (non-tracked): 8–15 business days
$24.95 AUD – Int. Standard (tracked): 6–11 business days
$39.95 AUD – Int. Express: 3–5 business days
HONG KONG (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (tracked): 8–15 business days
$200 HKD – Int. Express (tracked): 2–4 business days
REST OF THE WORLD (Shipped from UK)
FREE – Airmail (non-tracked): 10–25 business days
$12.95 AUD – Int. Priority: 4–8 business days
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X
The color is slightly cooler than I expected, which I actually prefer. Very chic.
U
This band is the quiet hero of my accessory collection. Simple but always right.
W
I appreciate how slim and low-profile this band is. It doesn't add bulk to my watch.
V
The quality is fantastic. The material is flexible but doesn't feel flimsy.
O
I feel so sleek and modern when I wear this strap.
E
The perforations make a huge difference in comfort.
Q
This soft grey is the epitome of understated elegance. It goes with literally everything I own.
N
The silicone is soft and comfortable, and the grey is so versatile.
E
The strap is flexible but holds its shape beautifully.
R
This strap makes me feel so put together. The colour is so polished.
K
The deep grey is so sophisticated. I absolutely adore it.
T
The buckle is secure and the strap stays in place during any activity.
A
The clasp is easy to fasten even one-handed. Small but important detail.
L
This grey strap is the perfect balance of style and function.
N
I love how this colour matches everything. It's a perfect neutral.
A
I love how the grey complements every outfit I wear.
T
The silicone is durable and shows no signs of wear.
Y
I wear this to work every day and it still looks pristine. Very durable.
O
The perforations make it breathable and comfortable for all-day wear.
K
The silicone is high quality, not sticky or cheap-feeling.
T
The neutral tone hides dirt well. I was worried light grey would show everything.
N
The charcoal grey perforated strap is a must-have.
Z
This has become my default strap. It matches every outfit effortlessly.
M
The buckle is smooth and doesn't dig into my wrist.
R
I've gotten so many compliments on the sleek grey look.
N
I've recommended this to all my friends who love minimalist style.
F
It's easy to clean and doesn't show dirt or dust.
E
The perforations are a brilliant design feature.
F
The dark grey is the perfect neutral. It goes with literally everything.
N
This strap is a great way to add a sporty touch without being flashy.
R
The silicone feels so soft against my skin. No irritation even after hours of wear.
A
This strap is perfect for any season. The grey is so timeless.
F
This dark grey strap is absolute perfection. I'm obsessed.