No other material complies with the everyday demands that can be placed upon the wrist quite like high quality leather. This tanned product of nature is a classic among the different types of watch strap materials and still as popular as it has always been. However, there are a few pointers that should be kept in mind so that this second skin doesn’t get porous or hygienically unclean and ultimately unfit to wear. Venture downwards for some proper advice on how to best care for your watch’s leather strap.
Leather Isn’t Just Leather
Starting out, it’s worth spending a bit more money for a higher grade leather strap. The material as well as the workmanship involved can vary greatly in terms of quality and usually, you really do get exactly what you pay for. For example, straps made from incorrectly tanned leather often have a higher concentration of fat content, which can make it brittle over time. While cheap straps are often unfit for use after just a few months, the wrist-life of high grade ones haven’t even reached their peak after many years of frequent wear.
