
Ones to Watch: Independent French Watchmakers
For the past decade or so, France has been quietly making its way back onto the horological map. The scene here is shaped by new, small, and revived historical brands. While the watches aren’t always...
Selected Colour: Cognac
Couldn't load pickup availability
Free UK
90 Day Returns
Carbon neutral since 2019
Free delivery over £50
The WatchGecko Louvain Croc Handmade Leather Strap is designed for watch enthusiasts who appreciate craftsmanship and quiet detail - a strap that doesn’t compete with the watch, but complements it.
Made from full-grain leather and finished with a precise crocodile-style embossing, the Louvain offers the depth and character of exotic leather while remaining durable and easy to wear. Its cut edges are sealed with colour-matched paint, giving the strap a crisp, clean silhouette that holds up beautifully over time.
Each size has been thoughtfully proportioned to ensure visual balance on the wrist. The 18mm strap tapers to a refined 16mm buckle, while the 20mm and 22mm versions taper to 18mm, preserving a sleek line that flatters both vintage and modern watch cases. The thickness is equally considered, gradually thinning from 4mm at the lugs to around 2.5mm at the tip for improved flexibility and a more natural wrist contour.
This is a strap built for those who notice the little things: the curve of a lug, the grain of leather, the way a watch feels when everything works in harmony.
Lug Width | 18mm | 20mm | 22mm |
Buckle Size | 16mm | 18mm | 18mm |
Clasp Finish | Polished |
---|---|
Clasp Material | Stainless Steel |
Clasp Tongue Width | 2.2mm |
Clasp Type | Pin Buckle |
Strap Brand | WatchGecko |
Strap Edge Finish | Cut edge and sealed with coloured paint |
Strap Length | 115 / 75mm |
Strap Lining Material | Calf Leather |
Strap Material | Leather |
Strap Material Colour | Cognac |
Strap Material Finish | Croc Print |
Strap Material Type | Calf Leather |
Strap Padding Style | Padded |
Strap Stitching Colour | Congac |
Strap Style | Simple Handmade |
Strap Thickness | 2.5mm-4mm |
Size Guide
The ‘lug width’ is simply the internal width measured between the lugs (where the watch strap fits) of the watch.
For the past decade or so, France has been quietly making its way back onto the horological map. The scene here is shaped by new, small, and revived historical brands. While the watches aren’t always...
Once the wristwatch took over from the pocket watch, the question of how to wear it quickly gave rise to all kinds of creative solutions. Today, we tend to group watch attachments into four main...
To mark five years since the original Second Hour Gin Clear launch, Second Hour unveiled the Ripple Edition - featuring hypnotic dial textures that mimic rippling water, available in bold Blue and Red, plus a...
With June now behind us, the month has delivered an exciting wave of new releases blending fresh colour palettes, innovative designs, and thoughtful revivals. From vintage-inspired field watches refreshed with bold summer hues to sleek...
MISSION ENTRY: ISOTOPE PROJECT: MOONSHOT REVIEW Codename: Terra Maris Commander: Chris Antzoulis, Reporting for Duty Isotope Chronograph Moonshot Terra Marris. Credit - WatchGecko DISCOVERY The sky hadn’t cracked when it arrived. There were no celestial...