Ritche Leather Watch Strap

Really good quality. It’s held up for over a year and makes my Seiko look really really nice! I’ll also add that the quick release makes it super easy to put on the watch AND it’s comfortable. Win win with this band!

I really like this leather strap—great quality and fits my Fossil watch perfectly. Honestly, it feels even better than the original one. No issues so far with moisture, kinks, or bends, and I’m hoping it holds up well over time

I wanted a new watch band for my Tissot Seastar and this watch band works great. It is a 21mm but I wish it were a tad bit wider through the whole watch band. It narrows a bit as it gets to the buckle of the band. But for figment and look it is a great watch band. I just have to break it in a bit since it is somewhat stiff. But overall it is a great look and feel. It is a great value for the price.

I have been ordering Ritche bands for several years now. The quality has been good. This padded one looks nice and will take a couple of days to break in. On thicker bands like this I generally like to bend the leather back and forth several times to put some wrinkles in it to speed up the softening process. Shown on a Galaxy Watch 8 Classic with the lugs that come with the Samsung Hybrid Band. YES, it's compatible with 22mm, quick release staps.

Nice look. Well made. Comfortable. Easy installation. Good value.

Great quality and comfort easy to install unfortunately my dad didn’t get to to it to use as much since he passed away few months later

Leather seems quality and it’s easy to install, but the navy is more of a dark teal than blue. The color is nothing like the photo.

In the realm of wristwatches, a good strap is akin to a well-tailored suit. It not only holds the timepiece securely in place but also contributes significantly to the overall aesthetic appeal and comfort. That said, I recently got my hands on the Ritche Quick Release Leather Watch Bands, designed for both men and women. Here's my take on this product, dissecting its every aspect to give you a balanced view.Upon arrival, the first thing that caught my eye was the neat packaging. The strap is placed in a bag with separate compartments for each end, ensuring they don’t rub against each other, which I found to be a thoughtful touch.Now, diving into the technicalities, the strap is made from Genuine Leather, which, although is the most affordable grade of real animal leather, surprised me with its quality given the price point of around $20. This strap from Ritche exudes a decent look, providing good value for money.Pros+ Pliability: Right out of the bag, the band is quite pliable, which gave me an impression that it won’t require a long break-in time.+ Texture and Stitching: The texture is smooth and pleasurable to the touch, and the stitching is pretty much flawless, adding to its visual appeal.+ Padding: The padding adds a nice dimension to the strap, striking a balance between softness and rigidity.+ Quick Release Feature: The band is very easy to attach due to its quick-release feature, which is a time saver and quite convenient.+ Aesthetic Appeal: It complements the look of my Tissot watch well, especially the blue accents. Although I ordered a mismatched buckle initially, they do offer a DLC version which is a great plus.Cons- Buckle Issue: There's a bit of a struggle to get the buckle to the right hole due to the added mass from the padding, especially when wearing it.- Length: For someone with a larger wrist like mine (7-3/4"), a longer strap would have been better to keep it centered below the wrist.- Durability Concerns: After some rigorous use, especially in a rough work environment, there were signs of wear and tear. A couple of reviews also noted that the band started falling apart after less than two months of use.- Material Authenticity: Although advertised as genuine leather, the feel of the material did raise some questions regarding its authenticity and comparison to full grain or top grain leather.In conclusion, the Ritche Quick Release Leather Watch Bands come across as a decent, budget-friendly option for those looking to spruce up their wristwatches. While it has its downsides in terms of durability and the buckle design, the aesthetic appeal, comfort, and easy attachment feature make it a worthy consideration for casual use or for watches that aren’t subjected to rough handling on a daily basis. The strap does have room for improvement, especially in terms of material quality and length options to cater to a wider range of wrist sizes.