I bought this watchband as a backup to the one I've been wearing for years. It's still in the case it arrived in, so I can't speak to how well it works at this point. I bought it because I've had good luck with the previous watchbands I've purchased from Speidel. I like the "leather" texture of the band and the fact that it always feels comfortable and doesn't pinch or pull at the hairs on my arm. The black color and gold trim also draws attention to the expensive watch I wear it with.