The Latest from my Workshop…

Welcome to the blog — the place where I get to ramble about whatever’s happening in the workshop. New leathers, watches I’m wearing, customer feedback, current builds, or Dave being a menace with his squeaky toy… it all finds its way in here sooner or later.

I couldn't sleep last night...

I couldn't sleep last night...

Couldn't sleep? I got up and made a watch strap. The story of a Dark Kudu leather strap made for a customer's Panerai 190, from stitching to shipping.

I couldn't sleep last night...

Couldn't sleep? I got up and made a watch strap. The story of a Dark Kudu leather strap made for a customer's Panerai 190, from stitching to shipping.

A busy morning at Toshi Straps HQ

A busy morning at Toshi Straps HQ

A quiet, satisfying week back at the workbench — stitching straps, enjoying the calm, and finishing a colourful batch now heading off to customers around the world.

A busy morning at Toshi Straps HQ

A quiet, satisfying week back at the workbench — stitching straps, enjoying the calm, and finishing a colourful batch now heading off to customers around the world.

Merlot Kudu Panerai Strap Review — A Rare Leather and a Happy Customer

Merlot Kudu Panerai Strap Review — A Rare Leath...

A first‑time Panerai owner shares his experience with a rare Merlot Kudu strap — deep colour, rich character, and craftsmanship that left a lasting impression. A beautiful testimonial for a...

Merlot Kudu Panerai Strap Review — A Rare Leath...

A first‑time Panerai owner shares his experience with a rare Merlot Kudu strap — deep colour, rich character, and craftsmanship that left a lasting impression. A beautiful testimonial for a...

African Kudu Watch Strap in the Greek Sun — A Customer Testimonial

African Kudu Watch Strap in the Greek Sun — A C...

Steven has been a long‑standing customer of mine, and he recently got in touch about a new strap for his Panerai 1628. We quickly settled on an African Kudu watch...

African Kudu Watch Strap in the Greek Sun — A C...

Steven has been a long‑standing customer of mine, and he recently got in touch about a new strap for his Panerai 1628. We quickly settled on an African Kudu watch...

New website

New website

This new website marks a major moment for Toshi Straps. It’s the result of months of work, countless late nights, and nearly twenty years of learning. I’m proud to finally...

New website

This new website marks a major moment for Toshi Straps. It’s the result of months of work, countless late nights, and nearly twenty years of learning. I’m proud to finally...

Bruiser - in the spotlight

Bruiser - in the spotlight

Bruiser leather takes the spotlight this month. A rugged steer hide with rich texture, warm brown tone, and exceptional durability — handmade for those who prefer a strap with real...

Bruiser - in the spotlight

Bruiser leather takes the spotlight this month. A rugged steer hide with rich texture, warm brown tone, and exceptional durability — handmade for those who prefer a strap with real...