LEATHER CUFF WATCHES
Handmade Leather Cuff Watches & Wide Leather Watch Bands
For more than 30 years, Red Monkey Designs has been hand-building leather cuff watches, wide cuff watches, leather watch cuffs and wide leather watch bands in Los Angeles for musicians, actors, performers, stylists and people looking for something far beyond an ordinary wristwatch.
Our collection combines handcrafted leatherwork with the attitude of rock 'n' roll, punk, vintage fashion, stage style and Hollywood. From distressed wide leather cuff watches and substantial cuff watch bands to cleaner vintage-inspired designs, Red Monkey watches are made to look as distinctive as the people wearing them.
These aren't conventional watches with a leather strap added as an afterthought.
The leather is the design.
Hand-built in Los Angeles. Made to be worn. Built with character.
From Hollywood to Rock 'n' Roll
Red Monkey's leather cuff watches and custom watch bands have a history that extends far beyond our Los Angeles workshop. For decades, our leatherwork has found its way onto movie sets, television productions, stages, editorial shoots and the wrists of actors and musicians around the world.
Red Monkey watch designs and custom leather cuffs have appeared in and been created for productions including Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Ocean's Thirteen, Logan Lucky, LOST, Mayans M.C., X-Men and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
One of the most recognizable examples is the custom wide leather cuff watch band created for Cliff Booth in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. The distinctive leather cuff transformed a vintage timepiece into something that became an integral part of the character's look.
Red Monkey's film and television watch history also includes designs connected to Brad Pitt in Ocean's Thirteen, Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, Bishop in Mayans M.C., LOST and other productions represented throughout this collection.
We didn't start making Hollywood-inspired cuff watches.
Hollywood started using the ones we were already making.
What Is a Leather Cuff Watch?
A leather cuff watch uses a wider section of leather around the wrist instead of a conventional narrow watch strap. Sometimes referred to as a wide cuff watch, leather watch cuff or cuff watch band, the leather becomes a major part of the overall design rather than simply holding the timepiece in place.
Depending on the style, Red Monkey's wide leather watch bands may feature distressed finishes, substantial buckles, layered leather, studs, rivets, eyelets or cleaner vintage-inspired construction.
The result sits somewhere between a traditional wristwatch, a piece of handcrafted leatherwork and wearable jewelry.
Wide Leather Cuff Watches
Width changes the entire character of a watch.
A wide leather cuff watch creates significantly more visual presence on the wrist than a standard watch strap. The broader leather surface also gives us room to work with texture, distressing, hardware, multiple straps and other details that wouldn't be possible on a conventional band.
Red Monkey's collection includes everything from relatively streamlined leather watch cuffs to oversized wide cuff watches designed to become a major part of an outfit.
Some are rugged. Some are refined. Some are deliberately excessive.
They're not supposed to disappear on your wrist.
Vintage, Punk & Rock 'n' Roll Cuff Watches
Red Monkey has always existed at the intersection of music, fashion and handcrafted leather. Our watches reflect the same influences found throughout the brand: vintage leather, punk, rock 'n' roll, motorcycle culture, stage wear, Hollywood wardrobe and decades of Los Angeles style.
Some Red Monkey vintage cuff watches are heavily distressed and deliberately rugged. Others are cleaner and more refined, built around unusual or vintage-inspired timepieces.
Wide leather cuffs, substantial hardware and bold proportions give the collection a character that standard watch straps simply don't have.
Whether you're looking for a men's leather cuff watch, women's leather cuff watch, vintage cuff watch, punk watch, rock 'n' roll watch, wide leather watch band or statement watch, the goal is the same:
Make the watch part of the look.
Handmade Leather Watch Bands in Los Angeles
Red Monkey leather watchbands, cuff watch bands and watch cuffs are hand-built in Los Angeles, California.
Cutting, finishing, distressing, hardware and assembly are approached as leatherwork rather than mass production. Many designs require substantial hand-finishing and individual assembly.
Real leather also changes as it's worn. Depending on the hide and finish, it may soften, darken, crease and develop a natural patina.
A leather cuff watch shouldn't become less interesting as it ages.
It should become more personal.
Looking for the Leather Watch Band Only?
Many Red Monkey designs are available as a leather cuff watch band without the timepiece.
If a complete watch is shown as sold out, the unavailable component may be the original timepiece. In many cases, we can still hand-build the leather watch cuff or watchband for you.
This is especially useful if you already own a watch and want to give it the look and feel of a Red Monkey wide leather cuff watch.
Check the individual product page for current options or contact us if you're unsure whether a particular leather cuff can be made for your timepiece.
Have a watch you'd like to pair with a Red Monkey cuff? Give us a shout before ordering.
Watch Size, Wrist Fit & Compatibility
Wide leather watch cuffs are very different from conventional replacement watch straps, so both wrist sizing and watch compatibility matter.
Not every timepiece will fit every Red Monkey cuff design. Watch dimensions, lug configuration, case size and the construction of the leather cuff can all affect compatibility.
If you're purchasing a cuff watch band for your own timepiece, review the specifications on the individual product page carefully.
If you're uncertain about sizing or compatibility, contact us before ordering.
We'd rather help you confirm the fit before we start building than have you guess.
Red Monkey Cuff Watches On Screen
Film and television have been part of the Red Monkey watch story for decades. Leather watches, cuff bands and watch designs represented throughout the collection have connections to productions including:
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Ocean's Thirteen
Logan Lucky
LOST
Mayans M.C.
X-Men / Wolverine
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Red Monkey is currently documenting more than three decades of film, television, music, fashion and editorial history from our original press archive, so the story extends well beyond the pieces currently represented here.
Leather Cuff Watch & Wide Watch Band FAQs
What is a leather cuff watch?
A leather cuff watch uses a wider section of leather around the wrist instead of a conventional narrow watch strap. The leather cuff becomes an important part of the overall design and gives the watch a more substantial appearance.
What is a wide cuff watch?
A wide cuff watch is a wristwatch mounted to or incorporated into a broad leather cuff. The wider leather creates more visual presence than a traditional watch strap and allows for additional details such as distressing, studs, layered leather and substantial hardware.
What is a leather watch cuff?
A leather watch cuff is a wide leather wristband designed to hold or surround a watch. Depending on the design, the timepiece may sit directly on top of the leather or be integrated into the construction of the cuff.
What is a wide leather watch band?
A wide leather watch band extends substantially beyond the width of a traditional watch strap and creates a cuff-like appearance around the wrist. Red Monkey makes both complete cuff watches and band-only leather cuffs for compatible timepieces.
Are Red Monkey leather cuff watches handmade?
Yes. Red Monkey leather watch bands and cuffs are hand-built in Los Angeles, California. Many designs involve hand-finishing, distressing, hardware work and individual assembly rather than mass-produced watch strap construction.
Can I buy just the Red Monkey leather watch band?
Many Red Monkey designs are available as a band-only or leather cuff-only option. Availability varies by design, so check the individual product listing or contact us if you already own a timepiece and want to pair it with a Red Monkey cuff.
Why are some Red Monkey watches shown as sold out?
In some cases, the original timepiece used with a particular Red Monkey design is no longer available. That does not necessarily mean the leather cuff or watchband has been discontinued. We may still be able to hand-build the leather portion for you.
Will a Red Monkey cuff watch band fit my existing watch?
Compatibility depends on the particular watch and cuff design. Watch dimensions, lug configuration, case size and the construction of the leather cuff can all affect fit. Review the individual product specifications and contact us before ordering if you're uncertain.
Are Red Monkey cuff watches for men or women?
Red Monkey designs around style rather than strict gender categories. Many of our leather cuff watches and wide watch bands can be worn by men or women. The best choice depends on wrist size, cuff width, watch dimensions and personal style.
Are Red Monkey cuff watches vintage inspired?
Many Red Monkey designs incorporate elements associated with vintage leatherwork, distressed finishes, rock 'n' roll, punk, motorcycle culture and classic stage style. Some designs also pair leather cuffs with vintage or vintage-inspired timepieces.
What is a Bund watch strap?
A traditional Bund watch strap uses an additional piece of leather beneath the watch case, creating a broader leather surface against the wrist. Some wide leather cuff watches share elements of that construction and aesthetic, although Red Monkey's cuff watches include many designs that go well beyond a traditional Bund-style strap.
Are Red Monkey cuff watches punk or rock 'n' roll watches?
Many Red Monkey designs draw directly from punk, rock 'n' roll, vintage fashion, motorcycle culture, music and stage style. Other designs are cleaner or more understated. The collection ranges from rugged distressed cuffs to bold statement watches and refined vintage-inspired leather bands.
Have Red Monkey watches been used in movies and television?
Yes. Red Monkey leather watches, cuff watches and watch bands have a long history in film and television. Designs represented in this collection are connected to productions including Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Ocean's Thirteen, Logan Lucky, LOST, Mayans M.C., X-Men and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
What is the Cliff Booth watch band?
The Cliff Booth leather watchband is Red Monkey's distinctive wide cuff-style watch band associated with the character Cliff Booth in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Red Monkey offers band-only versions as well as newer Cliff Booth Legend editions.
Does Red Monkey make custom leather cuff watch bands?
Red Monkey has decades of experience creating custom leather pieces for clients, performers, stylists and entertainment projects. If you have a particular watch, unusual sizing requirement or custom project in mind, contact us before ordering to discuss what may be possible.
Where are Red Monkey leather cuff watches made?
Red Monkey leather cuff watches, watch cuffs and wide leather watch bands are hand-built in Los Angeles, California, continuing the same approach to handcrafted leatherwork Red Monkey has used for more than three decades.
