Brown Crocodile Strap for an IWC Portugieser Chronograph

The IWC Portugieser Chronograph wears large and dressy, and a brown crocodile strap is the classic way to finish it. This owner in Australia had one built for their IW377706 at 85/135mm, fitted to a buckle they already owned. Cut to length and finished to existing hardware, it's a made-to-order job rather than an off-the-shelf strap.

Strap specifications

Why these choices

Brown crocodile is the natural partner for the Portugieser's clean, formal dial. The tile grain reads as dressy up close while staying versatile from a distance, and crocodile softens with wear to take on a hand-rubbed patina, so a new strap eases into the watch over a few weeks rather than staying stiff.

The 85/135 mm length runs long because the Portugieser Chronograph is a larger watch and needs a strap cut to keep the buckle centered under the wrist. Because the customer fitted their own buckle, the strap was finished at 18 mm to that hardware, with quick-release spring bars so it comes off without tools for cleaning or a swap.

FAQ

What strap suits an IWC Portugieser Chronograph?
A brown crocodile strap matches the watch's dressy character, and a longer cut keeps the proportions right on its larger case.

Can I use my own IWC buckle?
Yes. Order the buckle width to match, 18mm here, and we ship the strap without a buckle so your own hardware fits straight on.

See the full custom leather watch strap range, this brown crocodile strap, or more brown leather watch straps. Made to order, allow 2–3 weeks to delivery.

Widths move between IWC references, so check yours on our IWC watch straps page before ordering.