Watchband braiding is nice and tight. Will wait & see if braiding loosens over time with use. Band is slim and well finished, adding very little bulk. Loops to secure end of strap are tight, yet functional. I have other watches that have 'wandering' loops that end up on the other side of the watch with time, strap ends flopping around. These loops seem designed to keep strap end flush. Would have given five stars were it not for slight overprice. Definitely do not feel ripped off.