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Epsom Leather Watch Straps

Epsom calfskin from Tanneries Haas, with a fine embossed grain that gives the strap a light, structured feel. Our widest range of colours, handmade to order in your size.

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  • Handcrafted since 2016
  • Our own workshop in Da Nang
  • 18 handmade steps
  • Inspected before it ships
Epsom Leather Watch Straps
Made to order in 3–7 days
Any lug width
Free worldwide shipping
14-day returns

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Black Epsom leather slim watch strap with a curved end, navy stitching and a steel pin buckle
Black Epsom Leather Slim Curved End Navy Stitch Watch Strap Sale price$85.00
Black Epsom leather Racing Rally watch strap with orange stitching and perforations on a white background
Black Epsom Leather Orange Racing Rally Watch Strap Sale price$85.00
Orange Epsom leather slim watch strap with matching orange stitching and a steel pin buckle
Orange Epsom Leather Slim Watch Strap Sale price$75.00
Grey Epsom leather slim watch strap with matching grey stitching and a steel pin buckle
Grey Epsom Leather Slim Watch Strap Sale price$75.00
Petrol blue Epsom leather slim watch strap with green stitching and a steel pin buckle
Petrol Blue Epsom Leather Slim Watch Strap Sale price$75.00
Lemon yellow Epsom leather slim watch strap with cream stitching and a steel pin buckle
Lemon Yellow Epsom Leather Slim Watch Strap Sale price$75.00

The Cernir Crafting Process

Eighteen handmade steps behind every Cernir watch strap.

Choose Leather – step 1 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Choose Leather

Select leather based on grain, thickness, and consistency to ensure a solid foundation.

Cutting the Leather Blanks – step 2 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Cutting the Leather Blanks

Cut the leather into rough blanks, keeping edges clean and accurate.

Leather Splitting – step 3 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Leather Splitting

Split the leather to the required thickness for balanced wear.

End Skiving – step 4 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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End Skiving

Skive the ends to reduce bulk and allow for clean folding.

Reinforcement Bonding – step 5 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Reinforcement Bonding

Bond reinforcement layers at stress points to improve durability.

Padding Shaping – step 6 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Padding Shaping

Shape the padding to define the strap profile and curvature.

Layer Bonding & Assembly – step 7 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Layer Bonding & Assembly

Bond and assemble all layers according to the intended structure.

Final Cutting & Pattern Shaping – step 8 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Final Cutting & Pattern Shaping

Trim to final shape, ensuring precise proportions and clean lines.

Edge Creasing – step 9 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Edge Creasing

Create a crease line along the edges to define the profile.

Stitch Marking & Hole Punching – step 10 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Stitch Marking & Hole Punching

Mark stitch lines and punch holes evenly and accurately.

Hand saddle stitching a blue leather watch strap held in a wooden stitching clamp

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Hand Saddle Stitching

Hand stitch using the saddle stitch technique for strength and control.

Close-up of two blue strap ends showing the spring bar tunnel and layered construction

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Edge Preparation

Prepare the edges by sanding and smoothing for finishing.

Edge Painting – step 13 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Edge Painting

Apply edge paint in multiple layers, allowing proper drying between coats.

Blue alligator watch strap pieces with two keeper strips, resting on a wooden stand

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Keeper Construction

Craft and finish the keeper loops to ensure a secure fit.

Strap Hole Punching – step 15 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Strap Hole Punching

Punch adjustment holes in straight, consistent spacing.

Buckle Installation – step 16 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Buckle Installation

Install the buckle and check for a secure fit.

Quick-Release Spring Bar Installation – step 17 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Quick-Release Spring Bar Installation

Install quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes.

Final Quality Control – step 18 of making a Cernir leather watch strap

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Final Quality Control

Inspect the strap for structure, stitching, edges, and overall finish.

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Why Epsom

Epsom is a calfskin with a machine-printed (embossed) grain, and the name is associated with Hermès. Ours comes from Tanneries Haas in France. In our straps it feels light and structured, and its textured, finished surface can make light marks less noticeable, though it cannot prevent cuts or damage from sharp objects. Our slim Epsom straps are 2.5mm thick at the lugs and taper to 1.8mm.

Epsom or Togo?

Both are calfskin. Epsom is firmer and lighter with a fine, even grain. Togo has a softer, natural pebbled grain and a more relaxed feel.

Our most popular Epsom straps

Taupe is our best-selling Epsom colour, followed by black and navy. See the Taupe Epsom slim strap, the Black Epsom slim strap and the Navy Epsom slim strap.

Made by hand in Da Nang

Each strap is cut, skived and layered by hand in our Da Nang workshop, saddle-stitched by hand on stitched styles, then edge-painted in several coats and checked before it ships. See all 18 steps of our crafting process.

Find your size

Our standard Epsom straps are made to order in lug widths from 16 to 24mm; any other lug width is made through our custom builder. See our lug width guide and strap size guide.

New to Epsom? Read what Epsom leather is and how it compares in Epsom vs Saffiano.

Frequently asked questions

Does Epsom leather develop a patina?

Compared with uncoated vegetable-tanned leather, its finished surface usually shows less dramatic darkening and tonal change. It will still show signs of wear over time.

Is Epsom stiff at first?

It is firmer than Togo when new and softens slightly after a few weeks of wear while keeping its shape.

How long does a made-to-order strap take?

We make each strap in 3–7 business days. Free standard shipping then takes 7–10 business days to the US and 10–15 business days to most other countries.

Free Worldwide Shipping

Free worldwide standard shipping on qualifying orders.

14-DAY RETURNS

Return requests within 14 days of delivery.

24/7 LIVE CHAT

Real-time support for orders, sizing, and customization.

Handcrafted in Vietnam

Individually handcrafted to order in Vietnam, with refined personalization.