Reviews in Other Languages
s
scott t. The strap fell apart in less than a week.
A
Awad W Loved it! It’s 100% genuine leather
Brown Cordovan Strap in Shell Cordovan
20mm x 16mm
€145,00
Skip to product information
Brown Cordovan Strap in Shell Cordovan
€145,00
SKU: 202-SHVI-BRO-20-ST
12h side
75 mm
6h side
115 mm
Secure checkout · We accept
Free shipping Italy
24/48h delivery
30-day return
Free from Italy only
Atelier since 1984
Milan
Handmade in Italy
Selected leathers
Cordovan is not leather. Not in the conventional sense of the word. It's a fibrous tissue extracted from the rear of a horse — the culatta — a compact layer that doesn't exist in any other animal. It is worked differently, polished differently, and ages differently.
The result is a surface that almost appears mineral: uniform, deep, with a natural sheen that doesn't depend on surface treatments but on the very structure of the fiber. The brown of this strap is not a flat color — it shifts, warms in the light, and deepens with use.
Where normal leather scratches, cordovan yields but then recovers. Where others lose thickness, it maintains its shape. Flexibility is not weakness: it is the most surprising characteristic of a material that seems rigid until you wear it.
Every hide is different. Small variations in tone between pieces are not flaws — they are the signature of a raw material that cannot be standardized.
Handcrafted production. Italy.
Technical specifications:
- Material: Shell Cordovan (horse leather, culatta)
- Available widths: 20mm × 16mm — 22mm × 18mm — 24mm × 20mm
- Length: 115mm (long strap) × 75mm (short strap)
- Thickness: 2.9mm
- Production: Made in Italy
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).
SPEDIZIONI E RITORNI
We are committed to preparing and shipping every order as quickly as possible, working with care so that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Need to make a return? Contact us.
You can also find it in
Audemars Piguet watch straps: custom alligator for 264 models Hamilton watch straps: 1143 models catalogued Hublot watch straps: 215 compatible models, handcrafted in Milan Panerai watch straps made to measure: Luminor, Radiomir, Submersible Rolex Straps Straps for A Lange & Söhne Straps for Breitling Straps for Cartier
The more you wear it, the more it shines.
Shell cordovan doesn’t soften: it compacts. With wear it develops a deep lustre no polish can imitate, and the warmth of your hand tends to close its marks. Leather for a lifetime.
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.
Request an appointment →By appointment only · Milan
The atelier's website: casatimilano.com
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.
Chosen for you
Frequently asked questions
What sizes are available?
Three: 20mm x 16mm, 22mm x 18mm and 24mm x 20mm. The first figure is the width near the case, the second near the buckle.
How long is the strap?
115mm for the long lug, 75mm for the short one. Thickness 2.9mm, across all sizes.
Why does it cost the same but feel stiffer than regular leather?
Shell Cordovan is not ordinary leather. It comes from the horse's rump, a dense fibrous layer. It feels stiff at first, then softens with wear and holds its shape better than smooth leather.
If it gets scratched, does it show?
The scratch tends to close up on its own, which is a feature of the fibre. Don't expect it to disappear completely, but it won't remain as it would on regular leather.
Does it fit an Apple Watch?
Yes, it's among the compatible sizes. Let me know the model and I'll point you to the right width among the three available.