Why choose a watch with a leather strap?
Since their origins, leather straps have conquered the wrists of watch enthusiasts, becoming a timeless accessory synonymous with elegance. Always known as a "gentleman's thing", these straps actually stand out for their versatility and for being worn by anyone.
The first leather straps
The use of leather watch straps has a fascinating history that has its roots in a distant past. Since the earliest timekeeping devices, such as pocket watches, leather has been a natural choice for protecting and securing them to the owner's wrist. Its renowned strength and versatility made it the ideal material for this purpose.
Some stories trace leather straps back to the South African wars of freedom: it is said that soldiers, in the scorching heat of the Veldt, took off their jackets and waistcoats to wear pocket watches on their wrists, fixed to the arm using simple leather bands. Other historians, however, place them further back in time, during the third Burmese war (1885-1887).
However, it was only with the advent and spread of wristwatches, at the beginning of the 20th century, that leather straps experienced their true development and affirmation.
Why choose a leather strap?
- Leather straps can be worn with a variety of outfits, from casual to formal;
- Leather is a durable material that can last for many years;
- The leather, being soft and flexible, adapts to the wrist and offers long-lasting comfort.
Leather straps are a popular choice for watches due to their combination of style, comfort, durability and value. With so many different types and styles to choose from, there is sure to be a perfect leather strap for every watch and every occasion.
Three watches with leather straps recommended by Grimoldi
In the wake of this tradition, Grimoldi Watches offers a selection of three watches with leather strap:
Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Gravity 43 mm: a refined and elegant timepiece, equipped with an ML258 mechanical manufacture movement and 36-hour power reserve. The black leather strap with pin buckle completes the classic and timeless design of this watch (click here to view the watch).
Frederique Constant Carree Heart Beat: a watch that combines Art Deco elegance with a visible and contemporary escapement housed at 12 o'clock. Featuring an automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve. The strap is in brown leather with pin buckle (click here to look at the watch).
Bell & Ross BR 03 Copper: a robust watch, equipped with an automatic mechanical movement with a 54-hour power reserve. The strap is in brown calfskin with a pin buckle (click here to look at the watch).
Take advantage of the offer now on Bell&Ross, Maurice Lacroix and Frederique Constant: from 17 to 24 June add a watch from these brands to your cart and find out what price is reserved for you: paying by bank transfer or credit card -2% discount extra!
(This offer cannot be combined with other discounts and is not applicable on some watches and limited editions)
