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Handmade Leather Watch Straps by Toshi Straps. Bespoke watch straps custom made in the UK for all watches including Panerai, Anonimo, Breitling, Tudor, Rolex etc.
Reviews 65
David Mills
Jan 28,2025This is my third Toshi strap and an amazing strap it is too. Richard has such a selection of leathers in all colours, textures and characters. The three straps I have are all the same size and I have chosen the same buckles but due to the leather, they are all different and all fabulous. I have submitted reviews for the other two so I will concentrate on the one that I have received today. It is made with Horween Derby and it is 20mm wide. I have never seen a 5mm thick strap as pliable but tough as this. I have put it on my Omega Speedmaster and there it will stay. It just looks the part. It also smells good too but no one goes round sniffing their watch straps ( that I know of😂). The service from Richard is always bang on and this time was no different. He kept me appraised at the progress, informing me when the strap was finished, when it was posted and asking for confirmation that I have received it. On this occasion he finished it early but the wait was not a long one in any case. Another thing that I really like about the strap is the keeper. It is a single wide loop which is substantial and excellently made. The stitching on it and the rest of the strap is done with quality thread and is very neat especially as it is hand made. There are many colours of thread that can be chosen and Richard has taken the time on several occasions to advise which would be best for which strap. If you care about your watch looking the bees knees then give Toshi Straps a go. The straps are not the cheapest but they are the best I have found for the money, anywhere.
BigDog Henderson
Nov 15,2024Phenomenal! I’ve been after Toshi strap for a while, and finally got round to ordering a burgundy shell cordovan for my Panerai 3 weeks ago. It arrived today, a week early, and is stupendous! Beautiful quality, amazing fit and finish. Superb value for money, I’ll be going back for a black one soon. Check them out….
Karen Van Coevorden
Oct 12,2024Received today a watch strap made by Richard I was recommended to him This is a present for a friend to their specifications. Richard replied straight away to my order & has updated on the time scale due. Absolutely perfect strap . Really excellent workmanship . Thank you again
Mike Vickery
Sep 09,2024I found Richard to be really helpful when ordering my strap for a panerai luminor It turned up ahead of delivery date I will definitely be buying more straps from Richard
Eugene Catrambone
Aug 13,2024Exceptional quality! I ordered this strap for my watch and it came a lot quicker than I thought. WOW, was I surprised when I opened it up! The leather quality was like nothing I had ever seen before in a watch strap! Just beautiful! The color of it worked perfectly with my watch and it was smooth as butter. The most high quality watch strap I have ever seen!
Sean
Jun 27,2024Top notch experience from start to finish! Rich was wonderful to work with and the quality of the strap he created for me is outstanding. I found him to be very responsive and helpful each time, and there were many, I reached out with specific questions. His assistance was invaluable in getting the perfect strap created for the watch I am passing down to my son. My experience working with him was outstanding and the strap he made is fantastic and was created and delivered very quickly. I highly recommend Toshi Straps!
Dominic Iglinski
Jun 27,2024The quality of Rich's work is second to none, quality and craftmanship rolled into one and better than the watch manufacturers themselves. The strap was made to my specification and shipped on time. To say I'm pleased is an understatement. and now looking for the next purchase. Absolutely no hesitation in recommending this company.
David Cornelius
Jun 23,2024I’m not normally one for writing reviews, but I couldn’t be happier with my new strap. I’ve used Toshi Straps in the past and was happy to use Rich again. The straps are handmade to order so it’s understandable that they’ll be a lengthy wait, but it’s worth waiting for. The quality of workmanship is excellent and well worth the price
David Mills
Jun 22,2024From the start Richard from Toshi Straps was present during the process. I have had two straps now. The first was a Heidrun strap for my Certina Watch and the second, a harlequin strap for my Ballwatch. The straps are truly magnificent. The workmanship is unparalleled. The choice of leather on Richard’s site is amazing. Richard has a good eye and even gave me advice (when asked for) on a strap for my red faced Certina ds2 when he was away out of the country. I have just received the harlequin strap which really makes the Ballwatch pop. Both straps arrived exactly when Richard said they would. As soon as I opened the package, the smell of the leather was there. The feel of the strap was that of a quality piece. Both straps are substantial but soft and pliable. They are both extremely comfortable. So I now have the task of choosing a leather for my Speedmaster.
SF
Jun 22,2024Great quality leather strap! I ordered the cocoa color and it turned out exactly as pictured. Fast shipping to the US, I was a little hesitant to buy from overseas at first but would definitely buy again. Rich kept me updated throughout the process and followed up to make sure I was happy with the purchase.
Mike
Jun 16,2024Super strap very very well made, nice that they are made in the U.K. too. The strap I received from Rich is up there with some of the best strap makers available, and at for me anyway a very very reasonable price. The quality of the leather is truly wonderful, very supple and the colour is just fantastic. I ordered the bumblegum pink one for my Panerai. Shipped exactly when he said it would be and recd in perfect condition.
Adz Neale
Jun 14,2024Red Phoenix 22mm Absolutely delighted with the Strap, Quality and Fit is superb. Leather smells lovely too. I will be ordering another colour strap soon. Great service and communication. Highly recommended.
Charles WONG
Jun 13,2024Looked for a bespoke watch strap maker and came across Toshi Straps. The product looked good. Had some questions about process and buckles, all of which Rich answered promptly and patiently - can’t fault the comms. Ordered a couple - there’s a bit of a lead time, but understandable. Very pleased with the straps themselves - they’re well-made and nicely finished. I especially like the large pin holes. They actually make me want to wear the watches in question. Seriously looking to order more.
Elbo
Jun 07,2024This is my fourth Toshi strap - lime green this time, as if I needed any more excuses to dress down my luxury wrist trinkets on top quality vintage style leather straps of many colours.... Rich's website is fantastic - the quality of the photography means you know exactly what you're buying. Communications are always great. The extensive gallery is the best part - hundreds of examples on wrists IRL (though Rich advises to use the formal studio pics to best assess colour). As a watchie who believes that the choice of strap is as vital as the choice of watch, Rich's website and gallery are excellent. I keep falling back in....
Bo
Jun 05,2024Excellent experience purchasing a watch strap for Toshi. The strap itself is extremely high quality and exceeds my expectations. Communication was great and I received the shipment in the timeframe expected. Will buy again in the future.
Mrs Jessica Verbist
Jun 01,2024I was impressed that Richard double checked the order details, and kept me well informed throughout. I'm very pleased with the strap, which is high quality. OEM equivalent without the cost.
Andy Goodger
May 09,2024I've commissioned a strap at least twice from Toshi over the years. High quality materials and workmanship coupled with great communication mean I come back when I need something fresh, new and unique and recommend to others looking for the same. Really great watch straps from this gent.
Terry Fox
May 06,2024Great handmade product. Excellent communication with a passionate craftsman.
Tony Moree
May 02,2024I just received my third order from Rich Beard, the owner of Toshi Straps, and this non frequent reviewer absolutely has to say - Toshi Straps are terrific ! I received straps in the following colors - Candy, Ultraviolet, Horween Football, and Derby - yes, very different from each other, but I urge you to take alook at them - vibrant, colorful, and true statement pieces. The quality of construction is truly flawless and the leather itself is just remarkable. Yes, I'm gushing, and no, I am not being paid to say these things. No, they aren't cheap, but nothing of true quality ever is, but the value is there. Give Rich a try, you will not regret it !
Chris
Jan 28,2025Over the past few years I've had a few handmade straps from Toshi Straps. When I wanted a new strap for my recently purchased Panerai there was only one person I was going to order it from. The ordering process is very easy and Rich always sends an email asking you to confirm all the details are correct. My strap arrived today, a couple of days earlier than quoted, the strap is amazing, as usual with all Rich's straps. If you want a handmade strap made of some of the best and different leathers around then I can recommend Toshi Straps 100%