For roughly $130, you’re getting a long-lasting leather watch band that’s handmade by a master artisan. If it’s within your price range, this Bulang and Sons strap is hard to pass up.

#10: Bas and Lokes Everett

In terms of looks alone, the Bas and Lokes Everett might be the most dapper strap on this list.

Available in a handsome light grey, the Everett features a gently tapering strap and a slim buckle. It can be dressed up or down as you like, and it goes with just about any outfit thanks to its minimalist design.

The Everett is unique in that it’s a semi-bespoke band. You choose the lug and taper width, strap length and buckle finish. Bas and Lokes then handcrafts the strap in their Sydney workshop.

The result is a high quality leather watch band that’s perfectly suited to your wrist. So if you want a bit more control over the construction of your strap, the Bas and Lokes might be the one for you. At $160, it’s definitely an investment, but it’s worth it if you want a high quality, customizable band.

#11: HODINKEE Barrett

HODINKEE is another big player in the watch strap world. They make some of the best leather watch bands on the market, and you’ll see them getting recommended by many watch enthusiasts.

For this list, we’ve chosen their Barrett strap in burgundy.

The burgundy is a pleasing red velvet hue that pairs beautifully with the oak-tanned leather. This strap won’t match every single watch, but when paired with the right timepiece, it looks absolutely stunning.

No matter which color you choose, you’ll be getting an exceptional product. Each strap has one-of-a-kind grain patterns, which highlights the premium vegetable-tanned leather. And over time, the leather will develop a patina, so it will become more matte as you wear it.