Matte Grey Alligator Strap
18 mm x 16 mm
€270,00
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Matte Grey Alligator Strap
€270,00
SKU: 402-GRYM-18-ST
12h side
75 mm
6h side
115 mm
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Atelier since 1984
Milan
Handmade in Italy
Selected leathers
Matte alligator has a different character from glossy alligator. No reflections, no immediate visual impact — just the texture, the color, the material. The grey in this finish doesn't seek attention: it commands it.
The scales are selected for uniformity and treated with a matte finish that enhances the leather's naturalness without altering its structure. The result is a strap that can be worn discreetly but is recognized up close for what it is: genuine alligator, crafted in Italy.
The calibrated thickness — from 3.5 mm at the lugs to 2.5 mm towards the buckle — ensures comfort on the wrist without sacrificing rigidity where needed. A formal strap that also works outside of a formal context.
Technical specifications:
- Material: alligator leather, matte finish, grey color
- Production: Made in Italy
- Available widths: 18mm x 16mm | 19mm x 16mm | 20mm x 16mm | 21mm x 18mm | 22mm x 18mm
- Length: 115mm (lug side) x 75mm (buckle side)
- Thickness: 3.5mm at the lugs, 2.5mm towards the buckle
Estimated shipping in 2-3 business days
Estimated shipping times: 2-3 business days (Italy), 7-9 days (European market), 15-21 days (international market).
SHIPPING & RETURNS
We are committed to preparing and shipping every order as quickly as possible, working carefully to ensure your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Need to make a return? Contact us.
Patina is the signature of time.
Alligator doesn't wear down: it matures. The first months on the wrist soften its flank, light darkens the ridges just slightly, and the colour deepens. We treat it with neutral oils, no varnish to smother the grain: what you take home isn't finished, it's only beginning.
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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The joy of little things
Changing your strap should be as simple as changing your shoes. With us, it is.
Every strap has integrated quick-release spring bars: swap it in one gesture, no tools, no risk of scratching the lugs. The same watch shifts mood with the moment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does this matte grey hold up over time? If I wear it every day, will the matte finish polish up and end up looking like the others?
No. The matte finish is structural to the leather, not a surface treatment that wears off. The matte alligator retains its character. What will change over time is the natural patina of the alligator — the hide ages, develops nuances, tells the story of its wear. But the matte finish remains. It is precisely the opposite of a strap that gleamed when new and then disappoints.
I have a watch with 18mm lugs. Will the strap fit, or should I go for the 19 to be more comfortable?
18mm x 16mm is the measurement that corresponds to 18mm lugs. If your watch has 18mm lugs, this is your strap. The measurements run from the lug (where it touches the watch) to the base of the buckle: for 18mm at the lug we have 16mm towards the buckle. It is not a matter of comfort, it is a matter of correct fit.
I like straps that bend a little on the wrist. Isn’t this alligator at 3.5mm at the lug too stiff?
It is stiff where it needs to be — at the lug, where it holds the watch firm — but it tapers to 2.5mm towards the buckle. It is not a soft strap, it is structured. If you are looking for something that moves like fabric, this is not for you. If instead you want a strap that you simply put on, with no compromise on hold, then this is the right one.
Is alligator more delicate than crocodile? I mean, can I wear it every day or do I have to handle it with silk gloves?
It is genuine alligator, crafted in Italy, not a caprice. It is meant to be worn. It is designed for the wrist of the person wearing it, not for the drawer. The fact that it is matte and grey, moreover, works in its favour: it does not pick up dirt the way a high gloss does. Over time it will develop its own appearance, as it should.
115mm and 75mm doesn’t tell me much. How long is it really? Is it right for a 16-17cm wrist, or should I look at something else?
The lengths are 115mm on the lug side and 75mm on the buckle side. These are the actual measurements. How they sit on your wrist depends on how your watch is built, on where you position the buckle, on the circumference you have. It is not a universal measurement — it is something decided by trying it on. If you have doubts, it is a conversation to have with us, not a calculation.