I based my purchase of this solely on looks and wasn't sure what to expect. Well, I can say that I was quite lucky with this watch band. Great quality, and I love the black and orange. I also love that the band doesn't have any odor and hasn't left any coloring whatsoever at the sleeve cuff of my shirts, which I've had happen with a couple leather bands I'd bought over the years.

Bear in mind, there is a break-in period required; however, it's only taken about a week. I don't own one of those watch holders that are shaped like wrists, so my break in was by simply wearing the watch each day.