Custom alligator strap for Auguste Reymond Magellan

Alligator leather, handcrafted with ergonomic design

This Auguste Reymond Magellan strap was created for a client who wanted something more refined and personal than the standard strap that came with the watch. The timepiece itself is elegant and expressive, with a captivating blue dial — and it deserved a strap that would reflect its individuality as well as the owner’s taste.

The client approached me with a request to replace the factory crocodile leather strap with something exclusive, more luxurious in texture, and precisely tailored. After discussing preferences and reviewing leather options, we selected a beautiful genuine alligator leather — chosen for its softness and sophisticated, naturally detailed grain.

A key element of this project was color matching. We carefully compared leather shades to the deep blue tone of the dial to achieve perfect harmony between strap and watch. The selected leather not only matched the dial’s hue, but also added depth and visual character through its distinctive surface.

The strap is reinforced with premium materials from Jaeger (Germany), ensuring structural integrity while maintaining a slim, elegant profile. It was stitched entirely by hand using traditional saddle stitching with waxed linen thread Meisi Super Fine.

The inner side is lined with black, hypoallergenic and moisture-resistant leather, offering excellent skin compatibility and day-to-day comfort. Like all of my watch straps, this one is crafted with an ergonomic, anatomically curved shape for a natural fit on the wrist right from the first wear.

This custom Auguste Reymond Magellan strap is not just a replacement, but a refined expression of craftsmanship, comfort, and personal style.