Leather strap as one of the common accessories of the watch, compared with the metal strap, not only the texture is soft, the touch will not feel the cold metal, showing more fashion and elegance, but also exudes a charming classical gentleman style. Its sophistication and elegance make it a timeless classic in the fashion world.

In the market, alligator leather strap and alligator cowhide strap are easy to be confused. The alligator cowhide strap is relatively inexpensive, but it can mimic the pattern texture of alligator skin. From time to time, some merchants sell alligator belts as alligator belts. Although the difference between the two is only one word, the difference between this one word is very different. Therefore, it is very important for consumers to understand the difference between the two.

Alligator leather strap and alligator cowhide strap how to distinguish

Leather texture

Alligator leather straps usually have a natural sheen and smooth feel, while the texture of alligator cowhide straps is usually less smooth and more artificial texture.

Observe the texture

The texture of the crocodile strap is usually more natural, taking on an irregular size and shape, as this is obtained from real crocodile skin. The texture of the alligator cowhide strap is usually more even and regular, as this is added to the cowhide through a printing or embossing process.

Bending test

When you bend the alligator strap, it will be softer and more flexible, while the alligator cowhide strap may feel stiffer.

Price and brand

Alligator leather straps are usually more expensive and are usually made by high-end brands, while alligator cowhide straps are usually less expensive and suitable for mass consumption.

Identification and certification

Crocodile leather straps are usually marked with the relevant logo, which is a guarantee of quality and authenticity. However, some of the top Swiss watch brands may feel confident that their watches are good enough on their own that they don't need to specifically label alligator skin on the strap. For those brands that choose not to label, their confidence stems from the outstanding quality and reputation of their watches.

The logo of the CROCODILE strap usually appears on the inside of the strap, and the most common logo is two: CROCODILE and ALLIGATOR, the latter mainly refers to the American alligator skin. However, it should be noted that if the words "Imitation" or "Cuir" (leather) appear on the label, then it is probably not the real crocodile skin.

Alligator leather straps typically have higher quality, natural texture, and a high price tag, while alligator cowhide straps are often a more affordable alternative with artificially manufactured textures. Be mindful of these differences when shopping to make sure you get the strap you expect.

The production process of crocodile leather strap is very fine and complex, which is because crocodile leather is a high-grade leather material, which needs to be carefully processed to make high-quality straps.

1. Selection of materials: First of all, it is necessary to choose high-quality crocodile skin. Crocodile skin is usually divided into different parts, such as the belly skin, the back skin and the tail skin. The texture and characteristics of different parts of the cortex are different, so when making a watch band, the right part will be selected according to the needs.

The parts that can be used to make crocodile leather straps are located in the chest and abdomen on both sides of the crocodile's spine. These parts have moderate skin thickness and toughness, suitable for the production of high-quality watch bands. However, the spine part of the crocodile skin is harder and less suitable for making a watch band, while the belly part is thinner and softer, and it is difficult to make a durable watch band.

Therefore, a crocodile skin can make a maximum of about 10 bands, and the high-quality part of it is enough to make four high-quality bands.

2. Tailoring: After selecting the leather material, cut it into the size and shape required by the watch band. This requires a high degree of manual skill to ensure precise tailoring.

3. Punching and stitching: Punch holes in the leather material to install the buckle and connect the two ends of the watch band. Then, it is stitched by hand or machine to ensure that the strap is strong and durable.

4. Polishing and painting: Alligator leather straps are usually polished to increase shine and smoothness. Sometimes a layer of protective paint is applied to the strap to increase wear resistance.

5. Install the watch buckle: Install the watch buckle on one end of the watch band to ensure that the watch band can be firmly fixed on the watch.

6. Quality check: Finally, perform a quality check to ensure that the strap has no defects, such as cracks or defects.

The process of making crocodile leather watch bands requires exquisite craftsmanship and experience, so it is generally done by highly trained craftsmen. In the field of watch accessories, crocodile leather strap is usually regarded as a high-end, noble choice, because of its unique appearance and excellent quality. Whether it is with a designer watch or to add personal style, crocodile leather strap has an important position. Crocodile leather strap is not only the perfect companion of the watch, but also a symbol of exquisite life, the perfect integration of quality and dignity, giving the wearer a unique charm.

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