Curved-End Strap for Bremont Broadsword in Shell Cordovan
A Bremont Broadsword owner in England wanted a leather strap whose end follows the curve at the lugs instead of running straight across. We built it as a curved-end strap in black shell cordovan, and the order notes asked for curved spring bars to go with it.
Below are the exact specs from the order and the reasoning behind each one.
The build
| Watch | Bremont Broadsword |
|---|---|
| Strap style | Curved-end |
| Leather | Black shell cordovan |
| Strap length | 85/135mm (3.35"/5.31") |
| Buckle width | 20mm (0.79") |
| Buckle | Customer's own (strap ships without one) |
| Spring bars | Quick release, curved bars requested |
| Stitching | None |
| Padding | Padded |
| Tip | V-square |
Why these choices
The curved end is the point of this order. On a watch with curved lugs, a strap cut straight across leaves a gap where the end meets the case. A curved-end strap has its end cut on an arc so it follows that curve and sits flush against the case. It is not an integrated strap, which is shaped to fit one specific case design. It is a conventional strap, fitted with spring bars, whose end has been cut to match a curved lug line.
The owner asked for curved spring bars in the notes, and we ship curved bars in the size ordered. Our standing advice is still to reuse the watch's original spring bars wherever they fit; the curved set is there if they do not.
Shell cordovan is equine leather, and ours comes from Shinki Hikaku in Himeji, Japan. It is denser than cowhide and almost non-creasing. The order specified no stitching, so nothing interrupts that surface: the edge of the strap is a single line of leather rather than a row of thread. Padding adds a raised profile, and the tail finishes in a V-square tip.
Length is 85/135mm (3.35"/5.31"): 85mm on the buckle side and 135mm on the tail side. That is one of the longer standard pairings; our extra-long sizes go further, for wrists from about 8.5 inches up to 12. The buckle end is 20mm (0.79") wide. The owner is fitting their own buckle, so the strap ships without one.
FAQ
Is a curved-end strap for Bremont Broadsword the same as an integrated strap?
No. An integrated strap is shaped to fit into one specific case design. A curved-end strap is a standard strap with its end cut on an arc to follow curved lugs, and it fits with spring bars like any other strap. If you are not sure which shape your watch needs, send us a clear photo of the original strap end before ordering and we will tell you.
Should I use the curved spring bars or my original ones?
We include curved spring bars in the size you order. Where your watch's original spring bars are in good condition and fit, we recommend reusing them.
To order one for your own watch, start with the black shell cordovan strap and choose the curved-end option, or browse all shell cordovan watch straps and custom leather watch straps. Each strap is made to order; allow 2–3 weeks to delivery.