Alligator-Grain Leather Watch Band in Dark Brown, 10mm

A 10mm dark brown leather watch band with an alligator-grain texture and a gold-tone buckle closure — a slim strap scaled for women's watches.

Alligator-grain leather is a finishing technique in which the rectangular scale pattern of alligator hide is embossed onto smoother leather, producing the refined visual texture associated with traditional dress watch straps without the cost or sourcing concerns of exotic skins. The pattern has been a hallmark of fine watchmaking since the early 20th century, when leather straps replaced pocket-watch chains as the standard for wristwear.

The 10mm width and modest length suit smaller wrists and dressier watch cases, and the warm gold-tone buckle pairs naturally with yellow- and rose-gold timepieces. The dark brown tone reads more versatile than black for daytime and business-casual wear.

Suits a buyer refreshing a favorite watch or building a small rotation of straps to shift a single case between looks.

Ships free on orders over $99. Arrives in Sophia Jewelers signature packaging.