Forge Astico Leather Watch Strap - Ember
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The Forge Watch Strap is designed for durability, comfort, and everyday versatility, combining the refined look of leather with performance characteristics typically associated with sailcloth. Handmade in Germany, it’s built for those who want a strap that wears just as well in the office as it does outdoors.
Rather than traditional sailcloth, the Forge Strap is crafted from Astico Matrix leather, a specialised PU-coated split leather developed and produced exclusively in Italy. Using advanced coating technology and in-house moulds, Astico recreates the distinctive texture and structure of sailcloth while retaining the classification of genuine leather. The ultra-thin polyurethane coating - less than 0.15mm - delivers enhanced resistance to abrasion, flexing, and corrosion, without compromising flexibility or comfort.
Light padding, measuring approximately 4.5mm at the lugs and tapering to 3mm, provides structure on the wrist while remaining supple and easy to wear throughout the day. A polished stainless steel buckle adds a clean, refined finish, while double box stitching reinforces key stress points and contributes to the strap’s purposeful, well-balanced aesthetic.
The result is a strap that offers the sleek sophistication of leather with durability and performance comparable to sailcloth — a reliable choice for field watches, military-inspired designs, and everyday classics alike.
Key Features
- Handmade and hand-stitched in Germany
- Crafted from Astico Matrix leather, produced exclusively in Italy
- Genuine leather with advanced PU coating for enhanced durability
- Textured finish inspired by traditional sailcloth
- Hydrophobic (water-repellent) cow leather lining
- Polished stainless steel buckle
- Reinforced double box stitching for added strength
Strap Taper
| Lug Width | 18mm | 20mm | 22mm |
| Buckle Size | 16mm | 18mm | 18mm |
| Clasp Finish | Polished |
|---|---|
| Clasp Material | Stainless Steel |
| Clasp Tongue Width | 1.7mm |
| Clasp Type | Pin Buckle |
| Other Features | Double Box Stitching |
| Other Fittings | Quick-Release Spring Bars |
| Strap Adjustment | Min 140mm, Max 170mm |
| Strap Adjustment Positions | 6 Holes |
| Strap Adjustment Spacing | 6mm |
| Strap Brand | WatchGecko |
| Strap Edge Finish | Cut and sealed edges |
| Strap Length | 115 / 80mm |
| Strap Lining Material | Hydrophobic (water-repellent) cow leather lining |
| Strap Material | Leather |
| Strap Material Colour | Ember |
| Strap Material Finish | Polyurethane coating |
| Strap Material Type | Astico Matrix Leather |
| Strap Padding Style | Flat |
| Strap Stitching Colour | Black |
| Strap Style | Leather |
| Strap Thickness | 3.6mm |
Size Guide
The ‘lug width’ is simply the internal width measured between the lugs (where the watch strap fits) of the watch.

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