I’ve had mixed experiences with third party watch bands for my Apple Watch and therefore kept with Apple ones. After browsing leather cases on Instagram (as you do!) I spotted a nice leather band for Apple Watch. On inspection it was by Nomad. I did a quick search on Amazon and saw the modern strap was reduced in price so thought I’d give it a test.
The packaging and presentation was everything I’d expect from a high end brand. Well packaged and a good use of cardboard. The only thing I’d mention is that the strap is quite tightly secured so you end up marking it getting it out. This isn’t a problem, remember leather will pick up marks very easily.
First impressions was the lightness of the band and the quality of the build.
You can see the workmanship in the product, it’s all very precisely cut and any stitching is clean and straight.
The lugs used are well designed and give the watch a little more bulk.
On first use it’s stiff, this is leather though. It’ll soften up and after a few days of use it had already started to do this.
After a week of use I ultimately decided that as good as this strap is leather isn’t for me. I find that it didn’t give my skin any breathing room and became a bit sticky, especially when used in exercise.
I’d gotten used to my leather loop (which is thinner and more flexible) or a sports loop.
So if you’re into leather bands then this is a strap that should be top of your list offering great value for money and quality. If like me you’re on the fence about leather straps then looks elsewhere.
