The Military Term “Zero Dark Thirty”: Meaning and Historical Context

"Zero Dark Thirty" is a military term that refers to a specific time in the early morning, typically between midnight and dawn, when operations are often carried out under the cover of darkness. It has become part of the broader cultural lexicon, particularly following the release of the 2012 film Zero Dark Thirty, which dramatized the operation that led to the killing of Osama bin Laden. However, the term itself has deep roots in military jargon and is closely tied to the importance of early-morning or nighttime operations in combat settings.

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How do I install my new watch strap?

- To install your new O-Rig watch strap, watch and follow the step-by-step video tutorial here.

- To install your new Grappleband watch strap, watch and follow the step-by-step video tutorial here.

- To install your new Riggerband M2 watch strap, watch and follow the step-by-step video tutorial here.

How do I install Garmin Ready Spring Bars?

To install your new Garmin Ready Spring Bars, watch and follow the step-by-step video tutorial here.

How do I measure my wrist size?
  1. Take a piece of string, boot lace or a strip of paper as a measuring guide and pass it around your wrist.
  2. Nip or mark the guide at the overlap.
  3. Gauge the measuring guide against a ruler to establish your wrist size.
  4. Round-up or round-down to the nearest 1/4 inch to determine the watch band size that is right for you.
What is the difference between Hawkrigger’s different clasps options?
  • The O-Rig has a cinch-down closure that uses static webbing for infinite adjustability.
  • The Grappleband has a secure hook closure that uses elastic webbing for exception comfort.
  • The Riggerband has a slot and tang closure with elastic webbing for secure but quick release operation.
How do I match correct strap width with the lug size my watch needs?

Measure the width of your watch’s lugs where the strap attaches to the watch. Common sizes are 18mm, 21m, 20mm, 22mm, 24mm and 26mm. You can also check the watch's specifications for the correct strap size.

How do I choose between 20mm or 22mm strap if I have a watch with 21mm lugs?

Hawkrigger offers 21mm width straps in 2 piece configuration. For all other straps where you may choose to pair a 20mm or 22mm strap with 21mm lug watch the choice is subjective and so entirely yours to make!

Do you offer strap customisation?

No, but we do offer a diverse range of types, styles, colors, sizes, webbing, and hardware, giving you plenty of options to create the perfect strap for your watch.

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Dan Wright

This is a quality strap, it is super comfortable I forgot I had a watch on. It also looks great, I found myself looking at the hardware a few times.

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Tyler Gilmore

Absolutely beautiful. The guy knows what he is doing ad really cares about delivering a quality product. Best strap material I have used to date and the hardware is mint. Highly recommend. Price is reasonable and shipping was faster than stuff I have bought in the US. (I am in the US)