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Choose Leather
Select leather based on grain, thickness, and consistency to ensure a solid foundation.
Featured Products
Handcrafted in Da Nang, Vietnam
Black Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Dark Navy Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Golden Brown Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Navy Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Olive Green Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Taupe Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Black Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Dark Navy Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Golden Brown Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Navy Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Olive Green Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Taupe Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Black Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Bordeaux Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Burgundy Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Golden Brown Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Grey Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Light Grey Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Navy Blue Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Red Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Taupe Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
White Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Black Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Bordeaux Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Burgundy Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Golden Brown Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Grey Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Light Grey Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Navy Blue Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Red Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Taupe Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
White Alran Chevre Sully Leather Slim Watch Strap - Cream Stitch
Black Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Dark Navy Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Golden Brown Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Navy Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Olive Green Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
Taupe Epsom Leather Watch Strap - Slim - Cream Stitch
OUR STORY
Handcrafted by Vietnamese artisans
Cernir’s journey in crafting handmade leather watch straps began in 2016. Our techniques and experience have been shaped in an environment that values craftsmanship passed down through generations.
Thousands of products have reached customers worldwide. Their satisfaction reflects the quality and discipline behind Cernir’s production process.
Every strap is made in-house, allowing us to maintain full control and deliver a level of finish we stand behind.
Controlled Workflow
Every step carefully checked.
Made In-House
Crafted by our own team.
No Middle Layers
Direct from our workshop.
THE CERNIR STANDARD
18 Steps to Handmade Leather Watch Straps.
Cernir's bespoke watch strap handcrafted process.
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Cutting the Leather Blanks
Cut the leather into rough blanks, keeping edges clean and accurate.
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Leather Splitting
Split the leather to the required thickness for balanced wear.
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End Skiving
Skive the ends to reduce bulk and allow for clean folding.
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Reinforcement Bonding
Bond reinforcement layers at stress points to improve durability.
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Padding Shaping
Shape the padding to define the strap profile and curvature.
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Layer Bonding & Assembly
Bond and assemble all layers according to the intended structure.
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Final Cutting & Pattern Shaping
Trim to final shape, ensuring precise proportions and clean lines.
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Edge Creasing
Create a crease line along the edges to define the profile.
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Stitch Marking & Hole Punching
Mark stitch lines and punch holes evenly and accurately.
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Hand Saddle Stitching
Hand stitch using the saddle stitch technique for strength and control.
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Edge Preparation
Prepare the edges by sanding and smoothing for finishing.
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Edge Painting
Apply edge paint in multiple layers, allowing proper drying between coats.
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Keeper Construction
Craft and finish the keeper loops to ensure a secure fit.
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Strap Hole Punching
Punch adjustment holes in straight, consistent spacing.
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Buckle Installation
Install the buckle and check for a secure fit.
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Quick-Release Spring Bar Installation
Install quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes.
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Final Quality Control
Inspect the strap for structure, stitching, edges, and overall finish.
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Made to order
Build your custom strap
Choose your leather, colour, fit, lining, stitching, buckle, and personal details. Each strap is handcrafted in Da Nang and usually ready in 3-7 days.
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Choose the leather
Alligator, Ostrich, Epsom, Togo, Saffiano, or Alran Sully.
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Define the fit
Select style, lug width, length, lining leather, and padding.
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Finish the details
Choose stitch colour, buckle, strap end style, and optional personalization.
Built to your watch. Handcrafted to order in Vietnam.
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