This Skagen cork watch is great! The materials used are of higher quality and this watch looks as good as it looks. The cork is smooth and the back of the strap is very soft to the touch. The dial has a natural grain and cork structure. My only concern is the durability of the cork. It seems quite thin and I don't know how well it will hold up with regular wear. The loops are very thin pieces of cork and look quite delicate. Skagen sells replacement straps that fit this watch, but they are not cork. Overall I really like this watch. It's beautiful, stylish, natural and precise. I just have to be careful with that.