Notched Leather Strap for a Victorinox Swiss Army
An integrated-case Victorinox Swiss Army watch will not take a straight strap — the case shoulders sit where the strap needs to begin, so a normal band leaves a gap or simply will not slot in. This build solves it with a center-notched black Epsom strap cut to the owner's measured case, 28.5 mm across the notch, so the leather wraps up to the case wall and the watch reads as one clean piece.
Strap specifications
| Watch | Victorinox Swiss Army |
|---|---|
| Strap type | Center-notched |
| Notch (X / Y / Z) | 28.5 / 13.5 / 4.75 mm |
| Leather | Black Epsom |
| Length | 80/130 mm (3.1 / 5.1 in) |
Why these choices
A center notch is cut so the strap end steps in to clear the case and meets it flush. The numbers matter: 28.5 mm sets the width at the notch, with the 13.5 mm and 4.75 mm steps shaping how the leather tucks around the case shoulders. We cut to the customer's measurements, and a jeweler-measured figure gives the cleanest result because a millimetre off shows at the case edge.
Black Epsom is the right leather for this job. It is a stamped-grain calfskin — the same family Hermès uses on its bags — light, firm, and scratch-resistant. That firmness helps the notched end hold its shape instead of rolling, and the fine pressed grain keeps a sport-and-dress Victorinox looking sharp rather than slouchy.
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“I needed a notch cut into the strap. VGreen took my measurements and pictures, communicated with me, and did a perfect job. Love these straps. Well made and great looking. Totally recommend.”
Bob S. · Verified purchase · Custom notched strap
Questions about this build
Will a notched strap for a Victorinox Swiss Army watch fit better than a standard band?
Yes, because it is cut to your case rather than forced around it. A standard band stops at the case shoulders; a center-notched strap steps in to meet them, so there is no gap and the strap sits flush.
How do I measure for a center notch?
Measure the width of the case opening where the strap meets it, then the depth of the step. A jeweler can take these in a minute, or send clear photos with a ruler and we will confirm the cut before building.
We cut every notch to your measurements as part of our custom notched straps range. Browse black leather watch straps or start your build on the center-notched strap page — made to order, allow 2–3 weeks to delivery.