MILANO STRAPS · ALLIGATOR

Louisiana alligator. Scales that last twenty years.

Mississippi alligator skin has symmetrical scales instantly recognizable. It flexes without yielding. It develops a sheen over time, it does not lose it.

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American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis), farmed in Louisiana, vegetable tanned, CITES Appendix II certified. Symmetrical scales, compact structure. Resists humidity better than niloticus crocodile. Available in 18, 19, 20, 21, 22mm. From €150.

Develops a natural golden patina with use. On 18-20mm it bends without cracking. Lasts twenty years with minimal care. My preferred pairing: cognac with a steel buckle on a Datejust.

Frequently asked questions

What does "CITES belly" mean for an alligator strap?

The belly is the central part of the alligator's underside, the area with the most regular and flat scales: it is the cut we use for every piece, known as the belly cut. CITES is the certificate that accompanies the leather and attests to its legal origin, mandatory for trading this species. Every strap in the collection has this certificate.

How many alligator straps do you have in the collection?

In this collection you'll find 37 alligator leather straps, each cut from the belly and CITES certified. They are hand-stitched in Milan and ready, with the price indicated on each piece's page.

Will an alligator strap from Milano Straps fit my Rolex?

Yes, if your Rolex's lug width matches the width of the strap you choose: these are not original Rolex pieces, but genuine alligator, CITES belly, hand-stitched. For the exact size, look up your model in the Milano Straps watch archive, or send a photo via WhatsApp to the atelier for a direct check.

What is the difference between glossy and matte alligator?

The glossy finish reflects light on the scales, the matte one stays opaque and more discreet. These are two different treatments of the same leather, not two qualities: the choice is purely aesthetic. In the photos of each piece you can see which finish it is before choosing.

Who makes the Milano Straps alligator straps?

We hand-stitch every strap in Milan. The leather arrives already CITES certified and cut from the belly, then we work it in-house to obtain the pieces you find in the collection, currently 37.

How much does an alligator strap cost?

The price is stated on each strap's individual page and varies according to the leather's dimensions and the chosen finish. There is no single price for the category: each piece has its own tag, with no need to ask at the atelier.

The next step

The right strap isn’t chosen. It is built, together.

From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.

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What we offer

  • We guide you through every step — with exclusive images directly from our atelier
  • Over 50 artisanal steps for each strap — from leather selection to final stitching
  • The time it takes to do extraordinary things — four, five weeks. Not a day less.
  • An object designed to last a lifetime — cared for by us for eighteen months
  • The right leather for your watch — chosen together, in the atelier, only for you

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