Benchmark Basics Leather Watch Band - Zulu Crazy Horse Oiled Leather Military Strap

Benchmark Basics, a brand based in Asheville, North Carolina, was founded in 2016 with the belief that style is in the details. Whether it's the perfect strap to complement your favorite watch or a crisp pair of laces to elevate your footwear, the company manufactures high-quality accessories for everyday use.

The Benchmark Basics Crazy Horse Leather Zulu Watch Band is the perfect balance between a traditional leather watch band and a casual nylon strap. Its military-inspired design and versatility complement a wide range of watches, from divers to dress and field watches.

Crafted from high-quality cowhide, the 1.5mm thick band will develop a rich patina with wear as it is exposed to sun, rain, and sweat. Infused with waxes and oils, the leather has a unique shading variation and a pull-up effect as it is manipulated. Light shades like Sand will develop a deeper patina faster than dark colors, while the pull-up effect will be less pronounced in darker hues.

The watch band features rugged, zulu-style stainless-steel hardware, including a buckle and three keeper loops, available in your choice of brushed silver or matte black finishes. The band is double-stitched with bonded nylon thread for added durability.

The one-piece, slip-through design allows for easy strap swapping without the need for special tools. Unlike two-piece bands where the release of a spring bar can result in your watch falling to the ground, the Benchmark Zulu Strap secures your watch to each pin independently. The extra-long design allows you to tuck excess length back under the keeper loops for a casual look.

Measuring 11.2" (285mm) from the buckle to the tip, with 10 adjustment holes, the strap is suitable for wrists ranging from 6.25" to 8.3" in circumference. Fit may vary depending on the dimensions of your watch, so it's recommended to include the watch when measuring the length if you're replacing a two-piece band.

To maintain the color and keep the watchband looking new, use a damp rag or leather conditioner for spot cleaning. Avoid excessive water, which can darken the band and cause color transfer. Lightly condition the leather when it begins to feel dry to prevent cracking.

The Benchmark Basics Crazy Horse Leather Zulu Watch Band is available in a variety of rich colors, including Black, Dark Gray, Dark Brown, Gray, Navy Blue, Oxblood, and Sand, in widths of 18mm, 20mm, 22mm, and 24mm. Its versatility and high-quality construction make it the perfect accessory to complement and elevate your favorite watch.

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