Cognac vintage leather strap, double ecru stitching, handcrafted, Made in Italy — Milano Straps

Cognac Vintage Strap Double Ecru Stitching

18mm x 16mm
€80,00
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Cognac vintage leather strap, double ecru stitching, handcrafted, Made in Italy — Milano Straps
  • Cognac vintage leather strap, double ecru stitching, handcrafted, Made in Italy — Milano Straps
  • Cognac vintage leather strap, double ecru stitching, handcrafted, Made in Italy — Milano Straps
  • Cognac vintage leather strap, double ecru stitching, handcrafted, Made in Italy — Milano Straps
Cognac Vintage Strap Double Ecru Stitching

Cognac Vintage Strap Double Ecru Stitching

€80,00

7 reviews

4.8 Customers rate us 4.8/5 based on 256 reviews.

SKU: 069-2T-COG-18-ST

Strap measurements
12h side 75 mm 6h side 115 mm
Size
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Free shipping Italy 24/48h delivery 30-day return Free from Italy only Atelier since 1984 Milan
Handmade in Italy Selected leathers

Three generations of saddlers know that double stitching is not an embellishment. It's textile engineering applied to leather: two rows of ecru thread alternating at pressure points, so if one gives way—which rarely happens—the other holds. The result can be seen in the stitching even before you wear the strap.

The vintage Italian cognac leather has a precise logic: it starts soft, with a slightly worn texture that requires no break-in. It's not stiff like box calf, nor delicate like barenia. It's a leather that embraces time as its raw material. After a few months on the wrist, the cognac deepens—areas of wear, shades of light, a patina that isn't bought, but earned. Each piece ages differently because every wrist is different.

The ecru thread doesn't compete with the amber cognac: it frames it. The contrast is calibrated—visible up close, discreet in motion. It's this kind of detail that distinguishes a crafted strap from a manufactured one.

Technical specifications:

  • Material: Vintage Italian leather
  • Color: Cognac
  • Stitching: Double row, ecru thread
  • Available widths: 18mm × 16mm | 19mm × 16mm | 20mm × 16mm | 22mm × 18mm | 24mm × 20mm
  • Length: 115mm / 75mm
  • Thickness: 2.5mm
  • Origin: Made in Italy

Color variations between individual pieces are not manufacturing defects. They are the direct consequence of working with natural leather: each part of the hide absorbs color slightly differently. This is what makes each strap unique.
Estimated shipping in 2-3 working days

Estimated shipping times: 2-3 working days (Italy), 7-9 days (European market), 15-21 days (international market).
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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 atelier's website: casatimilano.com

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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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  • 5 stars: 4 (57%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (29%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (14%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Spencer J.

Strap is beautiful. Just what I envisioned when I started looking. I’m the delivery was impressive. Presentation fantastic. The only reason I lowered to 2 stars is (would have been 5 stars) the stitching came undone by the lugs within the first week. I emailed Milano and they promptly responded and are sending a new band. May be a one off. But don’t know.

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Carmen T

Fantastico

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Mac L
Great Quality

Just received my strap And I'm really impressed with the quality, communication and all the accessories that comes with the strap. The leather is soft and all the details make it very great value for money. Thanks Antonio and the team!

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Frank D
Very nice quality ,fine product...

Very nice quality ,fine product...

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Leo D
Perfect

Slightly lighter than pictured but ultra high quality

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Daniel B
I bought 2 of these, but love 1 more

I purchased 2 of these straps (in 2 different lug widths) and one is superior. The good one is amazing. The leather is soft and it seems 100% vintage and made out of a single piece of great old leather. It's got some patina already and will only get better with age. It's a perfect strap.
The other strap, despite being very nice, feels different. It seems like the color was achieved by putting almost a veneer of leather on the outside of strap. It looks nice but feels very different than the "good" strap. The "veneered" one does not feel like it will patina and weather with time as the outer layer seems sort of artificial.

The packaging, case, and the fact that you get a very nice strap changing tool makes the experience even better. Milano straps do seem to offer a lot of quality and value for the price.

Ultimately I'm very happy and I took advantage of the holiday sale which made the straps even more affordable. I do wish both of the straps were of the same quality. I would have been over the moon if they were both like the "good" over, but I will likely be a return customer as I am impressed overall.

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Roberto U
Cognac strap

Really nice quality strap. Will be put to good use on my seiko alpinist!

Frequently asked questions

What sizes are available?

18x16, 19x16, 20x16, 22x18 and 24x20 mm. Let me know your wrist size or your watch and I'll point you to the right size.

Does the ecru thread stay white over time?

No. It develops a patina, a bit of dust, a bit of sweat. This is normal. It's part of the strap's character.

How does the cognac leather change with use?

It starts out already soft, with no break-in required. Over time it deepens in tone and creases at the flex points. Each strap ages in its own way, depending on the wrist.

Why two rows of stitching instead of one?

They are two rows of ecru thread at the pressure points. If one gives way, the other holds. Craftsmanship that's visible to the naked eye on the strap.

Are two identical pieces exactly the same?

No. It's vintage Italian leather, natural. Each part of the hide takes on colour slightly differently. It's not a flaw, it's the leather at work.