A strap that needs no introduction among true watch lovers. Shell Cordovan exudes understated class, pairing perfectly with vintage timepieces and slimmer watch cases. We’ve kept the design pure: unlined, with vintage-style stitching, letting the material itself do all the talking. Thickness runs a comfortable ~2.5mm at the lugs, tapering to ~1.5mm along its length, making it slim, supple, and refined. As with all Shell Cordovan, the strap hugs the wrist firmly, offering exceptional comfort and practically zero stretch.
But what exactly is Shell Cordovan? Unlike regular leathers, it’s not taken from the outer hide but from a dense, fibrous membrane found beneath the surface of a horse’s rump. Each shell is painstakingly tanned, stuffed, shaved, and polished over a process that can take six months or more. The result is a leather with a mirror-like finish, an unrivaled depth of color, and legendary durability. Shell Cordovan doesn’t crease like ordinary leather, it develops a gentle “roll” that ages beautifully over time.
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