There are many types of leather watch straps, each with its own characteristics. How much do you know about the types of leather straps?
The weather is getting colder. When wearing a watch, many friends will be excited by the cool watch. Especially watches with metal straps. So many people will choose to be equipped with leather straps in winter.
As we all know, leather straps are soft and light. Moreover, it is comfortable and warm to wear and is not easy to hurt the skin or clothing. Therefore, it is more popular with everyone.
1. Cowhide leather watch straps
There are many varieties of cowhide. It includes calfskin, yellow cowhide, buffalo leather, and so on. Among them, calfskin belongs to the top class of cowhide. It is made of tanned leather from calves less than 6 months old. Moreover, it has a fine texture and a soft and smooth texture.
The calfskin has no pattern, simple and capable. It is a more practical and cheaper type of leather strap. Choosing a calfskin formal watch as entry-level equipment does not lose its atmosphere. Cowhide leather watch straps are basically ordinary cowhide belts and imported calfskin belts. Ordinary cowhide belts are harder in texture, thicker in texture, and slightly less glossy.
But the price is cheap. The price difference is mainly reflected in the buttons and lining leather. Ordinary cowhide belts are available on both smooth surfaces and embossed surfaces. Embossing is crocodile and lizard embossed. Imported calfskin is softer and more comfortable with a fine texture.
2. Alligator leather watch straps
Alligator leather straps are a common type of strap for top-end watches. The unique texture of crocodile leather can make the whole watch a higher level. The texture of the crocodile belt is clear and delicate. The gloss of the leather is particularly good.
The domineering and publicity of the unique crocodile skin as a whole bring people a shocking noble temperament and a kingly demeanor in their bones. Because the amount of crocodile skin is relatively small, crocodile belts are very precious.
The alligator strap is soft and comfortable to wear. And its texture is super strong, moist, delicate, and thick. Therefore, they are particularly classy and can show noble taste. In addition, crocodile leather gets brighter with use. And the toughness is very good, not easy to crack.
3. Lambskin leather watch straps
Lambskin is known for its fineness and elasticity. It’s perfect for a watch strap and feels soft and comfortable on the wrist. If we observe carefully, we will find that the lambskin has clear lines and a strong sense of leather.
Compared with other leathers, lambskin is lighter and softer. So its application is relatively rich. It can change shape according to design. Therefore, we often use it to make women’s watches.
A special leather strap watch is definitely one of the must-haves for autumn and winter accessories. The most important thing is that no matter what kind of leather, each leather strap has its unique texture. This is like a unique fashion label, irreplaceable.
The frequency of appearance of lambskin is much lower than that of cowhide and crocodile skin. If you want freshness, please choose a delicate lambskin strap!
4. Cordovan leather watch straps
As the name suggests, Cordovan refers to the leather on a horse’s buttocks. It is the most wear-resistant and densest leather among horse hides. However, only two round pieces of skin with a diameter of 0.5 meters can be removed from the buttocks of each horse, which is relatively rare.
Cordovan leather does not appear many times in the top ten top watch brands. Many watch fans will choose to replace the strap by themselves to show their individuality. Therefore, the rough cordovan leather strap has also won the favor of some fans.
5. Lizard leather watch straps
The surface texture of lizard skin is granular and flexible. It’s soft to the touch and fits perfectly on the wrist. Lizard leather straps are relatively niche. So we often apply it to mid-to-high-end ladies’ watches. A lizard strap is the skin of an iguana or monitor lizard. The abdomen is small and square.
The back is rounded. The lizard leash has a lot of character. Moreover, its texture is three-dimensional and beautiful. The leather’s brightness is good. Also, the price is moderate.
Individual mid-range watches will use lizard skin circular patterns. The circular pattern is more three-dimensional. The square pattern is more regular. Which one you choose depends on your preference.
6. Ostrich leather watch straps
This animal leather is soft and breathable. Its pulling force is 3 to 5 times that of cowhide. Contains a natural oil in the cortex. It won’t harden or crack like some leather when used in cold weather under its protection. On the contrary, it will become brighter with the growth of use time.
Some ostrich leather belts have pores. Some are glossy without touching the pores. The advantage is that it is soft and comfortable. The disadvantage is that it has no shape and the grade is not high.
Regardless of high, medium, and low-brand watches, there is no one that uses ostrich leather for the original packaging. Ostrich leather belts are available in many colors. Therefore, it is good to match some women’s watches with various colors on the dial. And the price is moderate.
In general, the processing procedure of ostrich skin is more complicated. Therefore, watchmakers generally do not use ostrich leather in large quantities to make watch straps. But its unique personality style also attracts some high-end watches to use it to design straps.
In general, the processing procedure of ostrich skin is more complicated. Therefore, watchmakers generally do not use ostrich leather in large quantities to make watch straps. But its unique personality style also attracts some high-end watches to use it to design straps.
7. Pearl fish leather watch straps
The pearlfish belt is also called the devil fish belt. Its leather texture is very unique. It is shaped like pearls. Therefore, pearl fish tape has high aesthetic value, and we can use it to make various leather goods. Also, it is very durable. The pearl fish skin is whitened so that each bead on it becomes as bright as a gemstone.
This belt is very different. They’re sort of like lizard circles, but with more raised points. So, it fits those stylish watches. At the same time, it is also suitable for some glamorous fashion watches. In addition, the pearlfish leather strap is not expensive. Therefore, it is very suitable for some start-up brands.
The above 7 types of leather watch straps are common straps we often see. Hope it can help you well. Which types of leather straps do you like best?