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Black-Blue Cordovan Strap in Shell Cordovan
20mm x 16mm
€145,00
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Black-Blue Cordovan Strap in Shell Cordovan
€145,00
SKU: 202-SHVI-BLBK-20-ST
12h side
75 mm
6h side
115 mm
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Atelier since 1984
Milan
Handmade in Italy
Selected leathers
Cordovan is not bought for its luster. It is bought because it lasts for decades and changes with its wearer.
Derived from the horse's rump — not from the entire hide, but from a specific subcutaneous membrane — shell cordovan is one of the few materials in watchmaking that truly improves with time. It does not crack, nor does it crease unevenly: it develops a compact, dense patina that tells the story of every day of use. The black-blue coloring of this strap comes from the color overlay during tanning: a black that, in its reflections, gives way to blue, varying from piece to piece due to the nature of the leather.
Produced in Italy, with a reduced thickness to fit narrower lugs without forcing. The polished surface is the original of the material — not an applied finish.
Technical specifications:
- Material: Shell Cordovan (horse leather, rump area)
- Color: black-blue
- Available widths: 20mm × 16mm / 21mm × 18mm / 22mm × 18mm
- Length: 115mm (case side) × 75mm (buckle side)
- Thickness: 2.5mm
- Origin: Made in Italy
- Finish: natural glossy
Note: each hide presents individual color variations. The final color may differ slightly from the images — this is the nature of the material, not a defect.
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 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, 21mm x 18mm, and 22mm x 18mm. The first number is the lug width, the second the buckle width.
Why isn't the colour the same in every photo?
Shell Cordovan is a living leather. Each hide reacts in its own way during tanning, and the black-blue shade may lean more towards blue or remain darker. This is not a defect, it is simply the nature of the leather.
How does it change with wear?
It doesn't crack or crease badly. Over the years it develops a dense, compact patina that reflects the time spent on the wrist. This is precisely why Shell Cordovan is so sought after.
Is it glossy because of a treatment?
No. That sheen is natural to the material, not a finish applied on top. It comes from the horse's rump membrane, just as it is.
Does it work well with a narrow lug?
The thickness is kept low, 2.5mm, designed specifically not to strain narrower lugs. The available sizes still cover a good range, from 20 to 22mm.