Our lizard leather comes from the Water Monitor Lizard which is a large reptile. It is a glazed chrome-tanned leather with small scales, in contrast to crocodiles which have much larger scales. We use the back-cut which means small rectangular scales are used near the lugs, tapering down to more round scales at the buckle. We've paired this dark-red lizard strap with a lighter red stitch for subtle contrast and for a more casual look. Leather: Dark Red Lizard from HCP (Hermes), France Stitching Colour: Red Strap Thickness: 2.2mm Temper: Soft-Medium Surface: Medium - Scaled Patina: No Water Resistance: Low. To ensure longevity, avoid moisture or soaking our straps in water.