zzzman, just wanna say thanks again for your input. it really did help. I went to the San Francisco Hermes store an hour ago and thought the spikes on the medor were not that attractive IRL and that the perforated holes in the Rallye looked better. I ended up purchasing the Rallye in black. I'm a bit disappointed that Hermes doesn't allow us to choose any strap to go with the watch but hey, I guess it is their way to make us fall in love and purchase straps separately because the indigo Rallye honestly looked the best. I may save up for that separately or buy whatever new limited print they have coming out this year. (last year's jungle printed pattern was beautiful but currently out of stock). On that note, I'll post photos after I get home tonight or early tomorrow. May I ask, which other straps do you own and how do you take care of your straps? Are there any precautions you take when handling them? Thank you!