The broad-snouted caiman (Caiman latirostris) lives in the wetlands of South America — freshwater swamps, mangroves, and still or slow-moving waters in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia. Its hide carries that nature with it: an irregular, lively texture, with a scaling that replicates neither the Nile alligator nor the Asian crocodile. It has a distinct character.
The matte red is a deliberate choice. It doesn't seek the brilliance of lacquer, it doesn't want to attract light — it absorbs it. On the wrist, against any dark or white dial, it creates a contrast that speaks for itself. The ecru thread stitching tightens each stitch by hand, one by one, following the profile of the scales without forcing them.
A strap like this is not neutral. It's a statement of taste made in a hushed tone, in the choice of material and color — not in volume.
Technical specifications:
- Material: Matte Caiman latirostris (broad-snouted caiman)
- Color: Matte Red
- Stitching: Ecru thread — hand-stitched
- Lug width: 20mm × 16mm / 21mm × 16mm / 22mm × 18mm
- Length: 115mm (case side) × 75mm (buckle side)
- Thickness: 4mm at the case side, tapered to 2.5mm at the buckle side
- Production: Made in Italy
Note: Each hide is unique. Variations in tone and scaling compared to the images are an intrinsic part of the material, not a defect.