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What the collection offers
| Detail | What is reported |
|---|---|
| Colors | Forge Black, Saddle Tan, Bridle Brown, each with color-matched stitching |
| Lug widths | 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22 mm |
| Taper | 18–21 mm straps taper to 16 mm at the clasp. The 22 mm strap tapers to 18 mm. |
| Fastening | Deployant clasp, with the spare strap tucked under the clasp instead of through keepers |
| Spring bars | Quick-release |
Source: Fratello’s launch and hands-on article. Artem’s own listings, such as Saddle Tan, describe Barenia leather, a reinforced core and Zermatt lining.
Materials and construction
Fratello says the leather comes from Haas Tannery in Eichhoffen, France. It describes the leather as vegetable-tanned with chromium. Artem’s listing describes the leather, the reinforced core and the lining. Any claim about durability or comfort comes from the maker or the reviewer, not from independent testing.
Weather and patina: one reviewer’s observation
Fratello author Ben Hodges wrote: “I wore each dye color in the pouring rain and observed how the raindrops interacted with each strap.” He reported that water beaded on the leather and that the leather developed a natural patina. That is one person’s experience over a limited period. It is not a waterproofing guarantee, so treat these as leather straps that still need ordinary care around water.
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- SIZE SELECTION: Available in 14mm 15mm 16mm 17mm 18mm 19mm 20mm 21mm 22mm 23mm and 24mm, please accurately measure your watch lug width and choose the right size
- WATCH BAND MATERIAL: Vintage Crazy Horse Leather lined with soft genuine leather, comfortable on your wrist, polished solid stainless steel buckle
- RETRO LOOKING: Natural crack appears when the leather is bent (NOTE: the black strap no crack), elegant and stylish. It's a loud little piece that express your style and personality
- BAND LENGTH: This strap is a regular length, suitable for wrists of 6" to 8", please refer to figure 6 for details
- BISONSTRAP SERVICE：If there are any question about the strap, please email us. REFUND or FREE REPLACEMENT, we will try our best to satisfy every customer
Will it fit your watch and clasp?
Artem’s sizes are written as lug width / clasp width, for example 18/16 mm. Check both numbers before you order.
- Measure the space between your watch’s lugs, or look up the lug width for your model.
- Choose the strap in that width. Artem’s Forge Black listing carries the size guide.
- Confirm that your deployant clasp matches the tapered end of the strap: 16 mm for 18–21 mm straps, or 18 mm for the 22 mm strap.
Fratello reports that the straps work with existing Omega deployant clasps of the matching width. The author tested only Omega, so do not assume the same fit with clasps from other brands. If you use a non-Omega clasp, check its width and attachment design first.
Rank #2
- SIZE SELECTION: Available in 14mm 15mm 16mm 17mm 18mm 19mm 20mm 21mm 22mm 23mm and 24mm, please accurately measure your watch lug width and choose the right size
- WATCH BAND MATERIAL: Vintage Crazy Horse Leather lined with soft genuine leather, comfortable on your wrist, polished solid stainless steel buckle
- RETRO LOOKING: Natural crack appears when the leather is bent (NOTE: the black strap no crack), elegant and stylish. It's a loud little piece that express your style and personality
- BAND LENGTH: This strap is a regular length, suitable for wrists of 6" to 8", please refer to figure 6 for details
- BISONSTRAP SERVICE：If there are any question about the strap, please email us. REFUND or FREE REPLACEMENT, we will try our best to satisfy every customer
Price
- Strap: US$189 / £155 each at launch, per Fratello. Artem’s US listing showed $189 when it was checked for this article.
- Deployant clasp: US$87 / £68, sold separately.
- Launch bundle: the clasp dropped to US$60.90 / £47.60 when bought with a strap. This was a launch offer, and it may no longer apply.
Prices, offers, stock and shipping change, so check Artem’s site before you buy. The reports do not give a comparison with competing straps, so this article makes no ranking claims. If you are weighing alternatives, compare lug and clasp width, construction and lining, fastening style, price, and return and warranty terms.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- Italian Calfskin: Toffee Brown, Coffee Brown and Black watch straps are made of Italian calfskin, which is durable and will conform to your wrist with time for superior comfort
- Quick Release Spring Bars: Equipped with quick release spring bars, this soft watch band can be installed and removed without tools, very convenient
- Band Width (Size): Fit for different kinds of watch that uses 18mm, 19mm, 20mm, 21mm and 22mm spring bars, please accurately measure your watch lug width and choose the right size
- Band Length: 75mm and 125mm. Thickness: 3mm. This strap is designed to fit wrists 6" to 8" (15.5cm-20cm), but watch geometry also impacts fit
- BISONSTRAP Service: If there are any question about the strap, please let us know. REFUND or FREE REPLACEMENT, we will try our best to satisfy every customer
Rank #4
- 【Italian Tuscany leather】 — The leather is made of vegetable tanned cowhide leather from the famous Italian leather factory BADALASSI CARLO. This leather is tanned with natural vegetable tanning agents, avoiding the use of harmful chemicals. It is natural and harmless to the skin.
- 【Natural Full-Grain Leather】 — Each strap retains the original pores and natural grain, giving it a unique character and authentic feel. Over time, Italian vegetable-tanned leather softens and develops a rich patina and luster, reflecting timeless elegance and sophistication. A premium material trusted by luxury brands, it makes your watch truly stand out.
- 【Unique Features of Un‑Sandered Full‑Grain Leather】 — Our watch strap is made of high‑quality full‑grain leather. This natural leather has not been sanded, so its original surface pores remain clearly visible.
- 【ISO9001 Certified】— Raw leather materials are sourced from Tuscany, Italy and shipped to China by sea for processing. All items are manufactured in strict accordance with the ISO9001 quality management system to deliver consistent premium quality.
- 【Structure & Size Selection】— Please measure your watch lug width before purchasing. The strap comes in a length of 120mm + 75mm, fitting most wrist sizes. The buckle‑side thickness is 4.5 mm, while the tail‑end thickness is 3.2 mm. Designed with quick‑release spring bars for effortless installation and replacement.
Rank #3
- QUALITY: Extra soft high quality genuine calf leather watch band with solid stainless steel buckle. Premium and comfortable. Both the front and back sides are made of calf leather.
- WIDTH SELECTION: Compatible with both traditional and smart watches with 18mm lugs. Please measure your watch lug width or width of current band at connection point before order. You can also find the width online at the manufacturer's or watch retailer's web site. 2 spring bars and 1 spring bar tool are included. It is easy to remove and fit spring bars.
- WRIST FIT: It is regular length, fit wrists approximately 6.75" to 7.75" in circumference, but watch geometry also impacts fit. Band length--125mm long/75mm short (buckle not included).
- If your watch lug width is 19mm, 21mm, or 23mm, you can buy the next size up. The leather is pliable enough that you will be able to squeeze the larger strap between the lugs of your watch, for a fit that won't leave a gap between the lugs. But you should use your original spring bars.
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.
