"Stunning strap!"

Very helpful email correspondence with Rich to ensure the order was just right. And then the prompt delivery of an absolutely beautiful strap exactly as ordered. Highly recommend and will buy from Rich again!

"Exemplary craftsmanship"

10/10. Can't commend Richard Beard's service at Toshi highly enough. He paid a lot of attention after my order went in to ensure the specification was correct for my watch - Panerai 372 - including leather type, width and holes, and one the superb handmade buckles he has sourced, and kept me fully informed of progress. I received it a couple of days before Rich's originally projected schedule. The strap is superb. The leather is beautiful and Rich's craftsmanship is exemplary. The strap carries the 47mm 372 better than any in-house Panerais I've had. Thoroughly recommended.

"lime strap for my Panerai…"

I ordered a strap for my Panerai Luminor GMT after visiting the website. The instructions are clear but you have to read them before placing an order to avoid misunderstandings. You have to confirm again via mail your details of your order before the production can start, makes perfect sense and works for me.

The time of production was a little less than estimated and the result is simply awesome. I ordered a strap in lime, looks very nice to jeans and white shirt, love it.

True recommendation, thanks :-)

"Great workmanship."

I’ve now had two straps made by Richard.

The quality and workmanship is second to none.
His communication and manufacturing time was spot-on.

I really can’t fault him and I’ll certainly be ordering more in the future. Thoroughly recommended!

"beautiful watch straps of the highest quality."

It’s lovely to see real artisan craftsmanship is still around these days. Rich is incredibly talented and the two straps I ordered from him arrived in double quick time and are of the highest quality. I read another review of his from a guy that had bought straps from all over the place and I have done the same in the past, Toshi Straps are simply leagues ahead of anything I have previously bought and I intend to add to my collection to give my watch a different look from time to time. Great work Rich and thanks.

"Toshi Straps - first class!"

Can't recommend Toshi Straps and Rich's service highly enough.The whole process, from the clarity of the website to early delivery of the strap to the beautiful quality and craftmanship of the product has been faultless.
Rich was very helpful with the initial queries I had (really just to ensure I had the right measurements) and was always prompt to reply.

If you are looking for an individual, bespoke, handmade strap that will enhance the look of your watch and the comfort of wearing it then in my opinion Toshi Straps should be your first stop.

"I just received my 2 new straps for a…"

I just received my 2 new straps for a Panerai Luminor 1950 (PAM 1359)

Strap one:
Phantom leather
Butterscotch stitching
24mm wide
120/70 long
Ti Pre-V buckle (screw bar)

Strap two:
Lapis Blue leather
Denim stitching
24mm wide
120/70 long
PVD Pre-V buckle (screw bar)

Great, personable service from Rich (feel like going for a pint with him) and delivery ahead of time

The first strap, the leather is as soft and worn in as a pair of slippers with butterscotch stitching that matches my watches “dirty dial” perfectly. The second, lapis blue strap with denim stitching works well with the blue second hand

Both straps are masterpieces and will get noticed regularly. This means more orders for Toshi on the horizon

If you need or just want beautiful hand crafted leather watch straps, you’ve found the right place!

Thanks for reading S

"I am a watch enthusiast"

I am a watch enthusiast. I've bought watch straps from strap makers all over the world and have chosen Richard as my go to strap maker. I have bought well over twenty watch straps of various sizes and leathers over many years from Richard. I have found his straps to be excellent that's why I keep coming back for more. I have never had any problems with my orders and find his communication both cordial and clear.
If you want a bespoke, thick robust strap, In my experience, you can't go wrong.
Mark Boyles

"3 Years. 8 straps. Exceptional quality."

Over the past 3 years I've ordered 8 custom straps from Rich @ Toshi Straps.

I've ordered custom straps before but they pale compared to what Rich delivers.

In addition, the ordering, payment, delivery all works like a dream. His reputation speaks for itself so delivery times are 4-5 weeks as he makes everything himself.

But quality is worthwhile waiting for and Toshi/Rich does so every time.

"Toshi Straps excellent in every way"

Just thought I would add a review.
I recently bought 3 straps for my Panarais.
Plum Burgundy and Caramel.
Sent in my order and wrist size.
Rich immediately came back and advised me to change the sizes ordered.
He assured me that for my size of wrist he was adamant that I would be pleased at altering the lengths.
I took a bit of persuading but eventually agreed to his changes.
A few days later I contacted him about the colour of the stitching I had ordered on one and said the stitching wouldn't begin till the straps were ready to stitch. A week or so. Immediate reply.
Two weeks later Rich contacted me to say the straps were posted and would receive next day.
Well they duly arrived the next day.
My fears of the straps being too long were unfounded as they fit perfectly.
They are beautifully made.
My one regret and this is no bad thing,
The Caramel is a fantastic looking strap against the black of the Panerai.
So much so I can't bring myself to change it.
The picture on the website doesn't do it justice.
I will get round to changing it but not too soon.
The Plum and the Burgundy also look really good.
I have since contacted Rich about other matters and always get a reply the same day.
Workmanship and customer service were excellent throughout my order so can't give anything less than 5 stars.