Recommendations regarding leather strap

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OmegaOwner2019

·Dec 1, 2022

I really like the look of leather strap on dress watches and some sports watches, but never had great luck with OEM or aftermarket straps.
They tend to literally break down or become so discoloured that they are just about unusable after about a year. I am certainly open to spending a good chunk of change on a strap that can last with good care.

Any recommendations regarding:
Type of leather?
Brand?
Leather care products?

 

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DavidSarnoff

·Dec 1, 2022

You might try the Omega black alligator over rubber with deployment buckle. Worked great on my PO.

 

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OmegaOwner2019

·Dec 1, 2022

I do know about the hybrid strap and rubber strap options.

But alas, I was cursed with pediatric wrists. The rubber and hybrid straps tend to be bulky and add to the lug to lug.

I would prefer pure leather straps that fare better than the Amazon straps.

 

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Dan S

·Dec 1, 2022

24 pages of recommendations:
https://omegaforums.net/threads/«wa...-buy-good-quality-leather-watch-straps.82232/

 

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OmegaOwner2019

·Dec 1, 2022

Nice, thank you. Will sieve through this one.

 

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STANDY

·Dec 1, 2022·schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector

Been in the game for a few years.

SNPR straps….

 

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Kraal90

·Dec 2, 2022

I like shell cordovan. It’s soft and formable from the beginning. Also ages nicely. Have ordered made to measure from watchstrapheaven. He makes them by hand.
Few pics for inspiration.

 

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Kraal90

·Dec 2, 2022

Kraal90

I like shell cordovan. It’s soft and formable from the beginning. Also ages nicely. Have ordered made to measure from watchstrapheaven. He makes them by hand.
Few pics for inspiration.

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Should add that I like un-padded straps. They give a more classy look imo.

 

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Mr. O

·Dec 4, 2022

Omega SpeedMaster Professional with an alligator leather strap and Omega Clasp buckle.
https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/omega-watch-straps-black-alligator-leather-strap-032cuz007467w

The following picture is from Topper......

 

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KawanLeo

·Jun 12, 2023

I get your struggle with leather straps! It can be frustrating when they don't hold up well over time.

 

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Alex_TA

·Jun 12, 2023

I've owned a number of OEM and other straps. The most comfortable is Omega Rally strap.

 

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KaitlinDavila

·Sep 12, 2023

Some tips on leather care?

 

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DelaneyLang

·Sep 12, 2023

I totally get your struggle with leather watch straps!

 

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chiefenergy

·Sep 12, 2023

Mr. O

Omega SpeedMaster Professional with an alligator leather strap and Omega Clasp buckle.
https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/omega-watch-straps-black-alligator-leather-strap-032cuz007467w

The following picture is from Topper......

The black croc on deployment just looks right to me

 

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gbesq

·Sep 12, 2023

In my experience, shell cordovan, teju lizard and crocodile hold up the best.

 

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sokard

·Sep 13, 2023

There are many independent strap makers nowadays which produce high quality straps and can be found in social media (Instagram etc).

 

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Duquephart

·Sep 13, 2023

https://www.genteel-handmade.com/
All you need to know.

 

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DelaneyLang

·Sep 28, 2023

For a durable option, check out Von Baer's guide on leather tanning at https://vonbaer.com/blogs/blog/what-is-leather-tanning. It might help you understand the type of leather to look for. They also offer high-quality leather goods and care products that could extend the lifespan of your watch straps.