SKU: 403-BLKNAB-ST
Nubuck changes everything. Same genuine alligator leather, surface treated to achieve a velvety, matte, almost mineral feel – light years away from conventional shine. It's a choice of character, not compromise.
The tone-on-tone stitching – black thread on black leather – is hand-stitched, stitch by stitch. It's not immediately noticeable. You notice it when you look closely, and then it becomes the detail that defines the entire strap. A precise job that doesn't seek applause.
The tapering from 3.5mm at the lug to 2.30mm under the buckle ensures the strap lays cleanly on the wrist, without stiffness, without unnecessary thickness. The length is designed for average wrists, with proportions intended for wearing the watch – not just carrying it.
Each piece is unique: alligator nubuck is made from selected hides, with natural variations in texture and tone that make each strap different from the last. Made in Italy.
Technical specifications:
Estimated shipping times: 2-3 business days (Italy), 7-9 days (European market), 15-21 days (international market).
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.
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
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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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.
Picked for you
Not merely aesthetic. Nubuck is obtained through a surface treatment that slightly opens the leather fibers, making it opaque and velvety to the touch. This process also modifies how the leather behaves over time: nubuck tends to absorb fingerprints and develops a different patina compared to polished finishes. Those who choose it seek a more understated, almost sartorial look — less conspicuous, more recognizable.
It serves both purposes. Hand stitching around the perimeter helps keep the leather layers compact, especially at points of greater flexion. The fact that it is sur tone — black thread on black leather — makes it nearly invisible from a distance, yet it is present and functional. This is the type of choice that distinguishes serious craftsmanship from purely aesthetic work.
Matte black nubuck pairs well with brushed steel or black PVD cases, where the matte finish creates visual continuity without adding weight. It works equally well with yellow or rose gold, where the contrast between warm metal and matte black is sharp and refined. Avoid pairing with excessively polished cases if you want to maintain the stylistic coherence this strap suggests.
No — standard products for smooth leather can alter the nubuck surface, making it glossy and compromising the original finish. For this type of leather, a soft dry brush is recommended to remove any surface deposits. If needed, specific nubuck products exist that respect the open texture of the surface. Alligator nubuck is nonetheless a robust leather: with normal use it requires minimal maintenance.
