Each order includes the watch strap (both the buckle side and the adjustment-holes side) and a tang buckle (as shown in the product images), in a width matched to your strap. If a customization means the strap doesn't fit our standard buckle, a buckle isn't included. Quick-release springbars are included if you add them to your customization. Standard (non-quick-release) springbars and a strap-change springbar tool are sold separately.

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Slate Grey Suede

Name: Slate Grey Suede
Brand: VEBLENIST
SKU: S1-11-SLAT-18S-00171
Price: 120.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (18 reviews)

$120

Width (mm):

18 / 16
19 / 16
20 / 16
21 / 16
22 / 18
Custom

Length (cm):

Short (10.5 / 7)
Regular (11.5 / 7.5)
Custom

A sturdy strap that softens its profile with a light grey hue, the Slate Grey Suede offers an understated balance to its rough-and-ready side. Pairing well with black dials, this Italian suede strap goes well with watches made for action: chronographs, divers, field watches, and GMTs. A minimalist watch perfectly matches its understatement.

Details & Specifications

Material: Suede

Construction: Two-Piece

Color: Grey

Finish: Matte

Texture: Natural Pattern

Lining: Leather

Temper: Extra Soft (No Break-In Required)

Perforation: None

Stitching: Line

Tip Shape: Point

Thickness: 2.5 mm

Customization

Each Veblenist strap is handmade to order in Chicago and tailored to your watch, wrist, and personal style. Choose from a wide range of fit, hardware, and design options to create a strap that feels uniquely yours.

Fit

Custom lug width (10–30 mm), including popular sizes such as 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, and 26 mm (not sure? check your lug width →)
Custom length — sized to your wrist
Curved ends — ideal on watches with short lugs
Extra adjustment holes — dial in a precise fit

Hardware

Quick-release springbars (16–24 mm) — swap straps in seconds, no tools
Buckle finish — brushed stainless (standard), polished steel, yellow-gold plated, or matte black PVD
Fit to your own buckle or deployant clasp, including OEM hardware from Rolex, Omega, Tudor, Grand Seiko, and other brands

Style & Design

Stitch style and thread color — from understated tone-on-tone to contrasting sport-inspired designs
Padding — a raised, cushioned profile
Custom thickness — from slim and dressy to substantial
Tip shape — point, square, or round to suit your flair

Many options, including width and length, are complimentary; a few are modest upgrades. You'll see any price change live as you configure — no surprises before you add to cart.

Select Customize: Yes to build your strap and preview pricing. Not sure what you need? Contact us and we'll help you build it.

Made to Order

Each Veblenist strap is crafted specifically for you in our Chicago workshop. Production begins only after your order is placed, so each strap is made to your chosen leather, dimensions, and specifications.

Made-to-order craftsmanship takes time and care. Please allow approximately 7–14 business days (about 2–3 weeks) for production before your order ships. More complex customizations may take additional time.

Shipping & Returns

We offer complimentary shipping on all U.S. orders, and complimentary DHL Express on international orders of $199 or more.

Standard (non-custom) straps can be returned or exchanged within 30 days of delivery; a $20 restocking fee applies to returns, and cancellations are subject to a $20 cancellation fee.

Customized straps are crafted specifically for their future owner, and are therefore final sale.

FAQ

What's included?

The watch strap (both the buckle side and the adjustment-holes side)
A tang buckle (as shown in the product images), in a width matched to your strap. If a customization means the strap doesn't fit our standard buckle, a buckle isn't included.
Quick-release springbars, if you've added them to your customization

Note: standard (non-quick-release) springbars and a strap-change springbar tool are sold separately.

Where is this strap made?
This Veblenist strap is handcrafted to order in our Chicago workshop.

How long until my order ships?
This strap is made to order, with a production time of 7–14 business days (about 2–3 weeks); more complex customizations may take longer. Rush production is available for an additional fee, depending on your timeline and specs.

How do I know which strap width to order?
Choose the strap width that matches your watch's lug width — the gap between your watch's lugs where the strap attaches. For more details, see our strap width guide.

How do I change or install the strap?
Watch straps attach to your watch's lugs with springbars. To fit a new strap, use a spring bar tool to compress one end of the bar, slot the strap between the lugs, and let the bar spring back into the lug holes — then repeat on the other side. If you've added quick-release springbars, no tool is needed: just slide the small lever to retract the bar and swap the strap by hand in seconds.

Can I use my own buckle or a deployant clasp?
Yes — choose the "Custom Buckle" option in the customization menu, and we'll ask a few questions to ensure a proper fit.

Are quick-release springbars available?
Yes — you can add quick-release springbars when you customize your strap. They come in whole sizes from 16 mm to 24 mm (no half sizes). If your strap's width falls outside 16–24 mm, we'll make the cutouts but can't include the springbars.

How do I care for my strap?
Brush your suede strap gently with a soft suede brush to lift the nap, and avoid prolonged moisture and direct heat. Treat it occasionally with a suede protector, air-dry away from sunlight if it gets damp, and store it flat when not in use.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 18 reviews.

Customer photo review of Slate Grey Suede

Love my new strap!!

Edward P. 5/5 Verified July 15, 2026