A good watch accessory should make collecting easier, not louder.
This month’s selection leans into the practical side of ownership, with leather straps, compact winders, display boxes and a fully fledged winder safe built for larger collections.
Whether you’re refreshing a daily wearer or trying to bring order to a growing line-up, these are the details that make the difference.
At a glance
- August’s watch accessory picks include straps, winders, watch boxes and secure storage for collectors.
- Highlights range from handmade Italian leather straps to a nine-watch winder safe with fingerprint access.
- Prices start at £59 for Trémont straps and rise to £3,367 for Watchmatic’s Kovra 9 Watch Winder Safe.
Leather straps with an easy upgrade path
Trémont’s Strap Collection is the most accessible entry here, starting from £59 and built around handmade Italian leather.
The range includes croc-embossed, lizard-embossed and suede finishes across seven colourways, giving a simple strap change a little more character without pushing into precious territory.
Each strap tapers from 18mm to 16mm and can be ordered with either a PVD gold-tone or stainless steel buckle.
The 18mm lug width keeps compatibility broad, so it’s a sensible option for anyone looking to freshen up a vintage dress watch, a compact daily wearer or a more understated modern piece.
Compact winding for a single automatic
Barrington’s Oxford Single Winder is aimed at the collector who wants one automatic kept ready without giving up too much shelf space.
Priced at £225, it uses ultra-quiet Japanese motors and offers multiple rotation settings, which gives it useful flexibility across different automatic watches.
The compact case can run from mains power or batteries, making it easier to place on a desk, bedside table or inside a cabinet.
It’s available in black, blue, white, green, orange, red and yellow, so it doesn’t have to disappear into the background unless you want it to.
Display boxes for eight watches and six watches
The Bravo x Oracle Time Watch-Palette British Racing Green takes a more enthusiast-led approach to watch storage.
At £199, it pairs a British Racing Green Saffiano leather exterior with eight suede M-shaped compressible cushions inside.
The colour palette runs through racing green, fuel red, tarmac black and ivory, creating a full motorsport mood without sacrificing function.
Suede spacers sit between each slot to help prevent watches from moving or rubbing, while the compressible cushions are designed to adapt to different bracelet sizes.
For something more traditional, the Tawbury Grove Watch Box offers six-watch display storage at $179, approximately £135.
Its walnut veneer case, glass lid and soft-lined interior make it a neat dresser or bedside option, with soft-close hinges and push-release latches adding a considered touch.
The Grove is available in Classic Walnut and Dark Walnut, with two pillow sizes offered to suit different wrist sizes.
Serious storage for a larger automatic collection
At the top end of this month’s selection is the Watchmatic Kovra 9 Watch Winder Safe, priced at £3,367.
It combines nine watch winders, three storage drawers and a safe door in a burnt orange leather finish, giving it the presence of furniture rather than a hidden utility box.
Each winder is independently programmable and powered by ultra-quiet motors, so different automatic watches can be managed individually.
Security is handled through fingerprint, passcode and manual key access, while a palm-activated LCD panel controls the setup.
The explosion-proof glass display also means the collection can stay visible while remaining locked away.
That mix of display, winding and security makes the Kovra the most substantial option here, particularly for collectors who want their automatics running and their storage to feel intentional.
August’s strongest accessories aren’t trying to compete with the watches themselves.
They’re about making the daily rituals of ownership smoother, whether that means a new strap for one favourite piece or a secure home for a full rotation.
