Hand-built to order in Australia.
Small-batch production ensures quality and consistency.
Current lead time: 3 weeks.
AQUABORNE AUSTRALIA - DIVE WATCH STRAPS. MILITARY DNA.
In the beginning, there was Waterborne—Australia’s issued dive strap that endured saltwater, sand, and sweat without compromise.
We took that no-nonsense DNA and rebuilt it for the modern operator: refined pull-through classics, engineered elastic systems, and modular architectures that lock in place and disappear on the wrist.
Handcrafted in Australia, field-tested in real conditions. Every Aquaborne balances heritage toughness with everyday resilience—so your watch stays secure, whether you’re diving, training, or just living.
Built for the water. Proven in the field.
AQUABORNE STRAP
“Born in the water, built for the field”. The Aquaborne is our signature design - inspired by historic military dive straps and re-engineered for modern use. Hand assembled in Australia, each strap balances heritage and performance with materials chosen for strength, comfort and resilience in any environment.
AQUABORNE STRAP
The Aquaborne strap is a conventional, nylon blended pull through strap. Hand and machine crafted, the Aquaborne is a modern evolution of the Australia’s legendary Waterborne.
$95.00 AUD
(Approx. $65.00 USD | 50 GBP |60euro)
SYSTEM 21 PLATFORM
A modular strap ecosystem built around a 21 mm elastic chassis—compatible across 20–22 mm lugs—engineered for modern tool and dive watches.
Designed to optimise watch stability, carry comfort and adaptability across environments, System-21 enables dual-pass and zero-pass strap architectures within the same technical family.
Field-tested, low-profile, and purpose-built for watches that demand capability on wrist.
The System -21 is includes the HALOPARA R-SPEC, SUBLOK, RISER AND BREACHER PLATFORMS.
HALO PARA R-SPEC
“Zero pass. Maximum stability”
System-21 platform — one width, multiple configurations.
The HALOPARA R-SPEC is the flagship expression of the System-21 platform — a zero-pass elastic strap engineered for speed, stability and low-profile wear. Built around authentic Rapco hardware and French-manufactured military elastic, R-SPEC delivers controlled stretch and secure retention without unnecessary bulk.
Best for:
Everyday wear | minimal bulk | cleanest fit
Choose this if you want:
A low-profile, zero-pass strap that disappears on wrist
$129.00 AUD
(Approx. $90.00 USD| 70GBP| 85 euro)
The SUBLOK is a dual-pass elastic strap designed for increased watch stability and fine wrist adjustment. Built on the System-21 elastic chassis, SUBLOK balances stretch, compression and control for daily wear and field use.
Compatible with spring bars and fixed bars, it provides a secure platform for contemporary tool watches and heritage divers.
SUBLOK STRAP
System-21 platform — one width, multiple configurations.
Best for:
Traditional feel | extra stability | daily wear
Choose this if you want:
A more structured, controlled dual-pass setup
$129.00 AUD
(Approx. $90.00 USD | 70GBP| 85 euro)
TETHER STRAP
Set once. Stay locked.
The Tether is a dual pass, mil-spec elastic strap. The Tether offers a smooth glide adjustment and a secure, stable fit. Once sized, it delivers a consistent, secure hold. The dual-pass construction increases tension through the strap, improving stability under load while maintaining a low-profile fit.
Compatible with fixed and spring bars. Built on System-21.
Hand-assembled in Australia. Built with purpose. Worn for performance.
Best for:
Stability | low profile | set-and-forget wear
Choose this if you want:
A streamline dual pass strap with glide adjustability and MN style hook n glide hardware
$109.00 AUD
Approx. $75.00USD | 60 GBP | 70 euro
RISER STRAP
The RISER is a streamlined single-pass elastic strap built for rapid adjustment and low-profile wear.
Featuring a traditional hook-and-slide closure with an elastic keeper for clean tail management, the RISER offers fast on-the-fly adjustment with a locked-in feel.
Compatible with spring bars and fixed bars, it’s a refined, mission-ready platform for modern tool watches and dive applications.
Hand-assembled in Australia. Built for purpose. Worn for performance.
Demonstration of the Riser strap secure fit system, showing adjustment, riser engagement, and locked position on wrist.
Best for:
Quick adjustment | low profile.
Choose this if you want: rapid adjustment via a MN style hook and slide adjustment.
$109.00 AUD
(Approx. $75.00 USD | 60 GBP| 70 euro)
BREACHER STRAP
Low-profile. Fixed-bar ready. Rapid adjustment. Moves with your wrist.
A streamlined single-pass strap engineered for fixed-bar or conventional spring bar watches. Built on the System-21 elastic chassis, BREACHER delivers rapid adjustment with constant tension and secure retention.
Hand-assembled in Australia. Built for purpose. Worn for performance.
$95.00 AUD
(Approx. $65.00 USD| 50GBP| 60 euro)
COMBAT DIVE STRAP
“From the bench to your watch, mission ready.”
The combat dive strap is designed for absolute reliability. Machine sewn, field tested and built as either a single or dual pass for secure wear. Tough enough for combat divers, refined enough for everyday carry. Every strap is assembled in Australia with an uncompromising focus on durability and fit.
COMBAT DIVE STRAP
The combat dive strap is a hand crafted, nylon pull through strap built to endure. The CDS uses Zulu loop hardware and is available as either a single or dual pass configuration. The single pass CDS uses a rectangular Aquaborne Australia label whilst the CDS dual pass uses the trident label as illustrated on these examples. Customisation with labeling is optional, however only with direct communication at the time of order. The CDS delivers security and adaptability. Inspired by military heritage, made for all conditions.
$95.00 AUD
(Approx. $65.00 USD | 50 GBP| 60 euro)
COMBAT DIVE STRAP [CDS] Pin Buckle
The Combat Dive Strap - PB. Built with the same materials and durability, but uses pin buckle hardware. The CDS PB comes with the same label configuration as detailed above for the single and dual pass options. [Please note the photo below illustrates a customised dual pass iteration with labeling not visible on the external strap]
$95.00 AUD
(Approx $65.00 USD | 50 GBP| 60 euro)
