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RIOS1931

Imperial Genuine Alligator Flank Cut Watch Band - Mocha

Matte finish. Bold silhouette. Classic craftsmanship.

Genuine Alligator Flank Cut Watch Band, Imperial - Mocha

Regular price $100.00 USD
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Length Total Length Long Piece Short Piece
Standard 196mm (7.72") 114mm 82mm
  • Genuine alligator flank cut with natural scale variation
  • Padded profile with soft leather lining
  • Matching stitching with traditionally finished edges
  • Optional Quick Release for tool-free strap changes
U.S. Shipping Only — Due to current export restrictions, genuine alligator and crocodile watch bands cannot be shipped outside the United States.

Description

Imperial Genuine Alligator Flank Cut Watch Band

Matte finish. Bold silhouette. Classic craftsmanship.

The Imperial Genuine Alligator Flank Cut Watch Band showcases the smaller, more varied scale pattern found along the flank of the hide, giving the leather a refined texture with more visual movement than a traditional center cut. Its matte finish keeps the look sophisticated and understated while letting the natural character of the alligator remain the focus.

A padded profile gives Imperial stronger presence at the watch before tapering toward the buckle for a cleaner fit on the wrist. Soft leather lining adds comfort, while matching stitching keeps the overall design polished and restrained.

Crafted in Germany by RIOS1931 using a labor-intensive wrapped construction with traditionally finished edges, Imperial combines genuine alligator leather with refined hand-finishing for a watch band that feels elevated without becoming overly formal.

RIOS1931 Art Manuel

High-End Hand-Finished Construction

RIOS1931 Art Manuel is the brand’s high-end wrapped strap construction, produced in approximately 172 steps. An additional leather layer, carefully finished edges, and hand-sewn loops give the strap a refined, durable construction. Many Art Manuel models also feature a traditional Saddler’s Seam.

Specifications

Bring a softer, more understated luxury to your watch with the Mocha Imperial Genuine Alligator Flank Cut Watch Band. Genuine alligator leather, varied flank scales, matching stitching, a padded profile, soft leather lining, and optional Quick Release give it a versatile balance of texture and refinement.

U.S. Shipping Only — Due to current export restrictions, genuine alligator and crocodile watch bands cannot be shipped outside the United States.

  • Material: Genuine alligator flank cut
  • Finish: Matte finish
  • Construction: Padded, wrapped edges
  • Stitching: Matching stitching
  • Lining: Soft leather lining
  • Thickness: Approximately 6.0mm tapering to 3.0mm
  • Buckle: Stainless steel pin buckle
  • Compatibility: Fits watches with standard spring bar lugs
  • Available Lug Widths:  18mm, 19mm, 20mm, and 22mm

Quick Release Option Available

Choose Quick Release spring bars for tool-free strap changes without affecting the fit, size, or appearance of the watch band.

Available as a complimentary option.

How to Measure Your Watch Band Size

How to Measure Your Watch Band Size

Start with Your Watch’s Lug Width

The correct watch band size is determined by the lug width—the distance between the inside edges of the two lugs where the band attaches to the watch case. Measure this space in millimeters.

A watch with a 20mm lug width takes a 20mm watch band; a 22mm lug width takes a 22mm band. Measure the watch itself rather than relying on the width of an old strap, especially if you are unsure whether the existing band is the original size.

Measuring a 20mm watch band lug width between the watch lugs

How to Measure Watch Band Width

1. Use a ruler marked in millimeters.

A metric ruler is easiest because watch band sizes are measured in millimeters.

2. Measure the inside distance between the lugs.

Place the ruler across the gap where the strap attaches to the case. Measure from the inside edge of one lug to the inside edge of the opposite lug.

3. Match that measurement to the band size.

If the lug width measures 20mm, choose a 20mm watch band. If it measures 22mm, choose a 22mm band.

Using centimeters?

Convert centimeters to millimeters by moving the decimal one place to the right. For example, 2.0 cm = 20mm.

Shop Watch Bands by Size

Once you know your lug width, choose the matching watch band size below to browse compatible styles.

Common Watch Band Sizing Mistakes

Measuring the Strap Instead of the Watch

Measure the lug width on the watch case, not the width of an old strap. A previous band may be the wrong size or may have compressed over time.

Measuring the Outside of the Lugs

Use the inside-to-inside distance between the lugs. Measuring the full outside width of the case will give you the wrong band size.

Using Inches Instead of Millimeters

Watch band widths are normally listed in millimeters. Measuring directly in millimeters avoids unnecessary conversion and rounding errors.

Guessing Based on Case Size

A larger watch does not always use a wider strap. Two watches with similar case diameters can have different lug widths, so always measure the actual lug opening.

Frequently Asked Questions About Watch Band Size

What is watch lug width?

Lug width is the distance between the inside edges of the two lugs where the watch band attaches to the case. Watch band sizes are typically listed in millimeters to match this measurement.

Is Lug Width the Same as Watch Band Width?

For choosing a replacement band, the lug width is the measurement that determines the band width at the watch case. A 20mm lug opening requires a watch band that is 20mm wide where it attaches to the watch.

How do I know if I need a 20mm or 22mm watch band?

Measure the inside distance between the lugs. If the opening is 20mm, choose a 20mm band. If it is 22mm, choose a 22mm band.

What Does a 20mm Watch Band Mean?

A 20mm watch band is designed to fit a watch with a 20mm space between the inside edges of the lugs. The measurement refers to the width of the band where it attaches to the watch case.

What if my measurement falls between two sizes?

Recheck the measurement directly between the inside edges of the lugs using millimeters. Watch lug widths are usually designed around a specific standard size, so an in-between result often means the measurement needs to be taken again.

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