Chopard L.U.C Chrono One Elephant Strap

KMII · 2017-06-01T02:06:50Z

KMII reviews a new elephant leather strap for his Chopard L.U.C Chrono One, exploring its unique texture, versatility, and ethical sourcing for watch customization.

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KMII shares his latest strap customization for his Chopard L.U.C Chrono One, moving from exotic leathers to a unique elephant strap. This post delves into the aesthetic impact of strap choices, demonstrating how a new material can transform a watch's character from formal to more relaxed. KMII's detailed photos and commentary offer practical insights for collectors looking to personalize their timepieces with distinctive strap options.

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I have been on a strap spree recently and have fitted anything from colourful NATOs to chicken leg leathers to my watches (here: www.watchprosite.com the pterodactyl

The one that I had kept quiet about was the Chopard LUC Chrono One. I have fitted it with a fresher, grey croc earlier this year (here: www.watchprosite.com for some pictures).

Now I decided to follow Arie's lead for the summer and ordered an elephant strap for the watch for the coming months.

And I have to say the strap is quite a success IMHO. First of all it is easy to dress down, as seen below. The grain pattern is quite unique and hence interesting. And the black on black is a relatively classic combination but the material makes it more relaxed than a croc.

And here is what it looks like, not marred by a wrist.

And finally, in a more formal setting. Perhaps not the most classical of combinations but definitely doable for a suit, if you need it...

So now we're down to one strap to go, which will be anything but classical and understated

Thanks for viewing!

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The elephant strap offers a unique grain pattern and successfully dresses down the Chopard L.U.C Chrono One, making it more relaxed than a traditional crocodile strap while still being suitable for formal settings.
Elephant leather straps are available in colors like black, grey, and green, providing options for customization.
The author emphasizes that his elephant strap comes from a licensed source, ensuring the skins are from necessary, controlled culling, addressing ethical concerns.
Changing straps on the Chopard L.U.C Chrono One is not as straightforward as with other watches like Seikos or Grand Seikos, making it less frequent for the author.
Another contributor, Arie - Mr Orange, also uses an elephant strap, indicating a shared appreciation for this unique material among collectors.

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KMII

Jun 1, 2017

And will get back on after the summer But definitely not a job I fancy doing myself with this watch (not nearly as easy as with the Seikos and Grand Seikos), so not something that will be changing all the time Thanks, Alkiro!

TheMadDruid

Jun 1, 2017

But elephants are endangered, aren't they? How did you manage this?

KMII

Jun 1, 2017

Which has a licence for this - ll the skins coming from necessary, controlled culling. Otherwise (if I was not convinced of this), I would never even think about it.

KMII

Jun 1, 2017

So now I finally managed to join you for the elephant

TheMadDruid

Jun 1, 2017

I could see it on the Dato very easily.

KMII

Jun 1, 2017

You'll see it live soon, anyway...

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