HIRSCH HHirsch 145021-70-20 20 -mm Genuine Calfskin Watch Strap

I loved it when I received it, but it's now showing significant signs of wear after only two weeks of wearing it. The original band of my watch showed no signs of wear after 3 years (it's a dress watch and I take really good care of my watches), I only changed because I wanted something different. The color is fading near the lugs and it's starting to look awful. Very disappointed in the poor longevity.

EDIT:4/28/15 UPDATE revised to 4 starsAfter almost 2 years of nearly daily wear, the band has held together with no grand failure points. The glued retainer loop is still strongly bonded, there have been no stitching failures or failures in the leather itself. Honestly, the construction of the band is fantastic with the only recent issue being that it took some abuse while working and the waterproof seal holding the top leather and the bottom leather failed this past weekend. I am a fan of this brand.I docked a star because, like another reviewer mentioned, the finish fades/wears pretty quickly. If the dye were darker (brown/black) this might not be so significant, but I also found the honey to look worn very quickly. Oddly, this almost exclusively limited to the loops. The rest of the leather and dye ages fairly well. The leather on my band had a fair amount of pullup.Original Review Below (Originally rated 5 stars)The band itself is a very high-quality leather with great attention to detail and craftsmanship. The band came in a color that was accurate to the photo depicting it (something I was fearful with anything leather) and has a fine color throughout the band with nice contrast stitching. Very good hardware for the buckle. Look forward to buying more Hirsch bands to give myself a few more options for wearing under different occasions.

I couldn't have been happier when my strap arrived. It looked amazing, fit my watch, and was very comfortable (had a worn in feeling that usually takes time to develop with other leather bands).HOWEVER, after wearing my watch for probably 2-3 times, I noticed that the leather was already starting to fade or show signs of discoloration. At this point, I don't know whether to try sending it back (as this should not have happened so soon), or try to get some sort of leather cleaner.I really want to be happier with this purchase, but am not sure what to do or think right now..

Very nice band. Looks good, good color. However, I doubt if it actually is calfskin as advertised. My body lotion does not affect or get absorbed by the "leather," which is is the cause for my doubt. Despite this, I really like it.

Nicest watch strap I have ever owned! The leather is supple yet durable. The quality is through the roof!