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Black Ridge Bar Stitch Alligator Watch Strap

Black / Alligator£112.50
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Black Ridge Bar Stitch Alligator Watch Strap

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Your fit

A LITTLE GUIDANCE

Make the right choice.

How do I choose the right size?
LUG WIDTHLONG SIDEBUCKLE SIDELENGTH
  1. Between the lugs.

    Measure the inside distance between the two attachment points on your watch, in millimetres. This is your lug width.

  2. Two halves, one fit.

    Measure both halves of a strap you already wear comfortably, excluding the buckle. Compare those measurements with the selected size.

  3. Check the buckle.

    The strap can taper from the lug to a narrower buckle. Check the buckle width if you plan to reuse existing hardware.

The complete sizing guide

For Apple Watch, choose your case size and adapter colour. For Samsung, choose your watch model so we can match its attachment.

When will my strap arrive?

Production takes 7–10 business days. Shipping takes 7–14 days after dispatch. These are separate estimates, not a guaranteed arrival date.

Delivery information
What does shipping cost?

UK ordering is not open yet. You can browse designs and contact us with questions.

Shipping policy
Can I return a personalised strap?

Standard, non-engraved straps have a 30-day return request window after delivery. Personalised pieces have different change-of-mind conditions. Your rights for faulty or incorrectly supplied goods remain.

Returns & personalisation
How should I care for this leather?

Wipe with a dry soft cloth. Keep away from soaking, salt water, solvents and prolonged heat. Let damp leather dry naturally away from direct sunlight.

Still unsure? We can help with your choice.Ask Khâu
Your watch
Watch case shape Optional · for your preview
Spring-bar connectionIllustrative fitting. Final dimensions require confirmation.
Lug width Required
Strap length Long / buckle side
BuckleAs photographed
About buckle options

Photographs show the hardware style. Reference colours and finishes can differ from your selection. Your chosen hardware is saved with your design; availability and any fitting cost are confirmed before payment.

Buckle width 18 mm
£112.50
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Made to orderHand-stitched in Vietnam
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THE PARTICULARS

Your strap, in detail.

The material, proportions and finishing details of your piece.

A note on finding your fit
Outer leather
Alligator
Colour
Black
Surface
One raised central ridge of natural alligator dorsal scutes
Profile
No artificial padding; natural single dorsal ridge adds 2–4 mm above the 3 mm base
Stitching
Short contrast saddle stitch bars at lug folds only; no perimeter stitching
Lining
Natural calfskin
Tip & edges
Truncated spear tip. Smooth painted edges matched to outer leather; natural scale faces uncoated
Lug / buckle widths
20 / 18 mm, 22 / 20 mm, 24 / 22 mm
Long / short lengths
105 / 65 mm, 115 / 75 mm, 125 / 85 mm
Nominal thickness
3 mm at lug, tapering to 2.2 mm at tip; natural scale relief varies
Hardware
Silver-tone stainless steel tang buckle
Attachment
Straight closed lug ends with removable standard spring bars; no curved ends or proprietary adapters
Made to order
7–10 business days production; 7–14 days shipping
Full product description

Black alligator with truncated spear tip and short lug stitch bars. Natural calfskin lines the reverse.

Outer leather: Alligator Colour: Black Surface: One raised central ridge of natural alligator dorsal scutes Profile: No artificial padding; natural single dorsal ridge adds 2–4 mm above the 3 mm base Stitching: Short contrast saddle stitch bars at lug folds only; no perimeter stitching Lining: Natural calfskin Tip & edges: Truncated spear tip. Smooth painted edges matched to outer leather; natural scale faces uncoated Lug / buckle widths: 20 / 18 mm, 22 / 20 mm, 24 / 22 mm Long / short lengths: 105 / 65 mm, 115 / 75 mm, 125 / 85 mm Nominal thickness: 3 mm at lug, tapering to 2.2 mm at tip; natural scale relief varies Hardware: Silver-tone stainless steel tang buckle Attachment: Straight closed lug ends with removable standard spring bars; no curved ends or proprietary adapters Made to order: 7–10 business days production; 7–14 days shipping

Black Ridge Bar Stitch Alligator Watch Strap, construction and leather detailAlligator
THE LEATHER / ALLIGATOR · BLACK

Made one stitch at a time

One raised central ridge of natural alligator dorsal scutes. No artificial padding; natural single dorsal ridge adds 2–4 mm above the 3 mm base. Short contrast saddle stitch bars at lug folds only; no perimeter stitching. Choose a listed lug, buckle and length combination to suit your watch and wrist. Natural grain and scale placement vary between pairs.

Small details. Lasting connections.
02 / THE DESIGN OF THIS STRAP

More than
the surface.

Outer material
Alligator
Surface
Natural alligator scale pattern
Listed style
No artificial padding; natural single dorsal ridge adds 2–4 mm above the 3 mm base

The proportions of this piece.

The width at the watch, taper towards the buckle and length around the wrist work together. Use the dimensions listed for this design and the photographs of this strap to compare the shape and finish.

Choose your watch connection, lug width and strap length in the fitting options above. A compatible connection matters as much as the appearance of the strap.

Find your measurements
Black Ridge Bar Stitch Alligator Watch Strap, reverse and calfskin liningAlligator
Black Ridge Bar Stitch Alligator Watch Strap
THE HAND BEHIND THE STITCH

Made slowly.
Worn every day.

A watch strap takes shape through small, deliberate decisions. The cut, the stitch and the finishing each leave their mark.

  1. Cut & shapeThe leather is cut to the proportions of the selected design.
  2. Stitch by handNeedle and thread bring the layers together.
  3. Finish & checkThe edges, dimensions and fittings are checked before dispatch.
The story of Khâu

Leathercraft study footage — an illustration of the craft, not footage of Khâu production. Khâu branding digitally added.

Film credits

Edited for Khâu. No maker endorsement implied.

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