UPDATE (latest): The manufacturer sent me a replacement strap and the new paint is holding up even when wet. This bracelet has again become my absolute favorite watch strap. ------------------------------------- - UPDATE: The black leather paint from the back of the strap has leaked and blackened on the wrist. -------------- The thing is thick and super study! I think they last many times longer than the standard leather straps I used to buy. I also feel a lot better on my wrist. I wear my watch fairly loosely, but with this strap the watch stays in place and doesn't rotate.