[ClockBloke]

As with most lighter leathers, as the strap absorbs oils from wearing it can darken. If you would like to speed up the process you could give a light coat of leather conditioner.
This is a Hirsch ostrich strap with some patina and aging. It is a little darker now.

My word that watch is lovely! What is it?

 

[ClockBloke]

No wonder it's nice. I thought that was the name on the dial & as it's out of my league, well for now anyway. What a super looking watch. Congratulations are seriously in order with that beauty.