Hirsch Straps Leaf, £100
Hirsch produce a huge variety of high quality straps ranging from leather to their animal-free nature series. The Leaf strap features an intricate leaf pattern that correlates to its sustainable and animal friendly design. In fact, it’s more than a pattern as it consists of a multi- layered structure made from actual dyed leaves. The strap’s lining is made from Caoutchouc, a natural rubber material that provides flexibility and strength.
Available at Hirsch.
Maison Des Montres Watch Cleaning Kit, AED 249 (approx. £55)
Dirt is the perennial enemy of watch collectors, whether it be the grime of regular wear or the dust that collects on an unworn, display watch. Maison Des Montres produce a dedicated Luxury Watch Cleaning Kit designed to keep your luxury timepieces in pristine condition. The kit comes with a gentle cleaning solution, a nano-bristle brush and a microfibre cloth, all of which are ideal for removing dirt and finger prints without causing scratches or damage to your timepiece.
Available at Maison Des Montres.
Jean Rousseau Nubuck Alligator
Nubuck is a type of leather finish most commonly seen on bovine leathers that uses buffing to create a velvety texture. However, Jean Rousseau have developed their own original way to produce a similar velvet texture on alligator leather, creating the Nubuck Alligator strap. Visually it’s stunning as it carries a richness of colour and texture, particularly as the finish is so rare on exotics. Alligator is often reserved for refined occasions such as soirées, but the Nubuck finish also helps the strap to be water-repellent, meaning it’s more adventurous than may first appear.
Coming soon at Jean Rousseau.
Condor Straps Conceria Walpier Buttero Leather Strap, £50
Condor Straps have been involved in the production of fine leather straps for wristwatches since all the way back in 1939, making them a veteran of the industry. While they work with many materials such as silicone, metal and nylon, one of their most impressive ranges is leather. Leather is a traditional watch strap material and so Condor use leather sourced from Italy that’s made with traditional vegetable tanning techniques. This allows them to produce exquisite straps like the Conceria Walpier Buttero Leather Strap, the style of which is inspired by a vintage creased watch strap design from their archives. It’s available in black, brown, blue and tan in lug sizes of 18mm, 20mm and 22mm.
Available at Condor Straps.
