Frogman Watch Straps

Make yourself a template first and then you can use that as a guide to cut the folded leather. Works like a charm. Tapered straps are a pain in the butt....however they look really nice!

Nope, this stuff is different....I actually have a strap that came from overseas and the coating is rubber based...it's applied with a machine that heats up the coating.

Here is a picture I found on the internet that shows the rubberized coating you're talking about. This is NOT one of my straps....and I'm not sure who manufacturers this one....but here you go: Here is another one:

I pursued something very similar a few years ago. I wasn't building wallets but watch straps so the edge is very small like the one you're wanting to do. I found a few companies that sell the machines that apply this coating. The machine's are a few hundred bucks and the raw material is reasonable as well. However, I ended up not going down that path for a few reasons. That stuff can cover up any imperfections but I really like to showcase the edges.....IMO this is an area where you can tell the beginners from the experts. Also, I think it somewhat cheapens the product in some cases. I've noticed a lot of mass produced items use this rubberized coating technique. Just my 2 cents.

I'm just joking with you ......I remember you from some of the other forums. You're always welcome to email me and I'll help you out. It takes a long time to truly master leather work.....hell I'm still learning every day! Don't get frustrated.....keep trying different techniques and by all means utilize forums like Leatherworker.net to enhance your skills. I've seen some fine craftsmen on this site! Perfecting your skill set will take time and it's not going to happen overnight. It took me a long time to get the color tone down from the first strap you posted. Funny part about your post is I recently started putting together a new product line and this is the first strap I wanted to offer. I had to go back through my notes to figure out how I did it . I'll post some pictures on the forums of the prototype in a few weeks. Like I said, I'm in the process of redesigning the entire line. With that said, I'd keep a good record of what you've tried that way you can always reference it when necessary. Every strap I've ever built (prototypes) have a detailed build explanation with them. This list defines the hide, stitching style + punch used, dye colors (if applicable), etc... Good luck and send me an email if you need anything. Frog

that would be my work Just buy one of my straps bro I'm going to be releasing a new line of product this year....the first strap pictured will be in that run. In all honesty, the leather itself is one of the key factors to getting that look. It's all in the grain.