FFF Button-Stud Apple Watchband
FFF Button-Stud Apple Watchband
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Same button-stud closure as our original invention, custom laser cut for your Apple Watch and wrist. Closure sits on the side of your wrist — not underneath, where it would bang against your laptop every few minutes.
To order, we need three things: your watch tier, your Sport Band size, and your hole number. All three are on your existing Apple Sport Band — here's how to read them correctly.
Watch tier (stamped on the band near the watch lugs): the 38/40/41mm group and the 42/44/45mm group each use different lug widths — pick the tier that matches your watch, not the exact millimeter number. Apple changes the number almost every generation but the lug width stays the same within each tier. Ultra is its own tier.
Band size (also stamped near the lugs, on the back): S/M, M/L, or XL. This must come from a band that matches your watch tier — an S/M from a small-face band is a different physical length than an S/M from a large-face band. They are not interchangeable.
Hole number: holes are numbered 1–7 starting from the watch face, not from the tip. Hole 1 is the tightest fit (closest to the watch). If you wear your band on what feels like the "second to last" hole, that's hole 6 — not hole 2. Count from the watch, not the end.

Don't have a Sport Band? Borrow one from a friend with the same watch tier. Any generation within the same tier works — the screen gets bigger every year but the lug width stays the same.
Ultra note: we use matte stainless adapters that closely match the titanium case. Standard stainless button stud included; request black in Special Instructions if preferred.
Engraving & Monogramming
Engraving & Monogramming
In general, we are subtle with our personalized engravings & monograms. Smaller products receive smaller monograms, and any personalized messages are hidden where the owner can see them but they are not 'out in the open' whenever possible. If you have specific preferences for any customized engravings, make a note in the special instructions section after selecting your options and we'll contact you to verify after your order.
Product Dimensions
Product Dimensions
Band width of 24 or 26mm, depending on size of watch, with a taper moving to 80% width in the middle. Length depends on your wrist size.
Product Launch & Revision History
Product Launch & Revision History
Original Release Date: July 2015
Revision 1: Late July 2015, additional adapter/stud colors (matte silver/black)
Revision 2: Mid August 2015, added matte black adapter
Revision 3: Late January 2016, added gold/rose gold adapter
Revision 4: Early March 2016, removed gold/rose gold; color did not match. Unless Apple releases certified adapters for these, we probably won't offer them because trying to find good matches has been a huge waste of time.
Revision 5: Early October 2016, added XL sizes
Revision 6: November 2016, added colors
Revision 7: January 2017, revised colors/photos
Revision 8: September 2018, confirmed sizing is same for 38/40mm and 42/44mm faces (Series 4 Apple Watch), updated options in pickbox to reflect
Revision 9: August 2020, slightly wider bands, full length over-edge stitching at adapter, revised stud closure hole, revised short band stitching at stud.
Revision 10: March 2021, new stitching with more stitches, longer 'short side' band, larger stud hole.
Revision 10: January 2023, added AW Ultra adapters.
What Kind of Leather Does FFF Use? What's this Chromexcel/Veg Tan/HF stuff instead of just leather color? Where are your products made?
What Kind of Leather Does FFF Use? What's this Chromexcel/Veg Tan/HF stuff instead of just leather color? Where are your products made?
We make everything by hand in Orlando.
As to the leathers we use: The super short answer is Horween Leathers in Chicago, and because we're leather geeks we want you to know exactly what you're getting--it's so much more than just the color of the leather.
You can find more info HERE about how we do things.
You can super-geek about the various leather types/tannages we use in our different products HERE.
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I’ve had my band for a couple of years and recently needed it resized, which FFF handled effortlessly. The quality is excellent, and it makes typing so much easier since I don’t have hardware scratching my keyboard or putting pressure on my wrist. I also get plenty of compliments on it—definitely a great product!
I really love the look and the feel of this watch back, but I forgot that as leather wears in, it stretches a little. After about a week of wear, the leather is softer and more supple, but it's also about a "half size" looser. I wish I had remembered that and order one that is one notch hole smaller. It would have been tighter to begin with (maybe even annoying so), but I think that in the long run, once it wears it, it would be a better fit.
to anyone reading this: please DO NOT order a smaller size. follow the sizing instructions i've written up. I've already accounted for stretch, and if you go ordering smaller you'll end up getting a band that doesnt' fit. you just need a half size smaller amigo. if the band fits perfectly right when you get it (which i'm betting yours did) then you need a band that's a half size smaller. I'll get a half size smaller into the system and get it sent out to you.
we cover sizing issues like this via the guaranteed fit....the issue is that three people can wear the same size in the apple sport band but need three different leather bands, because the apple band is both stretchy and 'sticky'....so you can wear it a 'bit too tight' and it'll stretch to fit, and you can wear it 'a bit too loose' and it won't move around on your wrist because of the friction from the rubber-material that the band is made out of. leather has to be right on....which is why we say 'order the size that fits you, and then let us know if it's a little too loose or too tight and we will adjust your sizing'.
we have all of this information in the follow-up email that goes out after the order....maybe it just fell into spam.
I’ve been buying these bands for years, almost as long as I’ve gotten apple’s watches. Quality is unfaltering. You get exactly what you pay for. The product is perfect. And the customer service is proactive and really nice.
absolutely great owner! please read!
I honestly didn’t expect to meet such a generous person. i’m gonna try & keep this short, i pretty much ordered the wrong size twice! one was too tight and one was too loose! i regrettably used my nike apple watch band to size them because i threw away my original sport apple band. i thought to myself the nike watch band is a close enough size guide. well it wasn’t and thankfully after sending emails back & fourth. The owner of form function form decided to send me the 3 other sizes without having me pay anything or doing an exchange! 😳 after reading other people’s reviews of how the size feels too tight i am relieved i went to form function form and dealt with a awesome person who cared about my genuine experience with how the watch band feels on my wrist. i am very sorry for making it a hard time to email you constantly 😅. The 2nd fit was the better choice all along haha. here are 2 photos of the what the leather russet looks like, oh and i forgot to mention. the laser odor that arrives with the band goes away. it’s pretty strong at first but it goes away and honestly the laser smell definitely makes the leather feel more authentic as well! (edit: sorry for keeping this long haha)
I ordered the black leather Apple Watch band and unfortunately the size was too small. For some reason my size was a bit off from the standard, but Shawn was incredible and sent me three other bands to make sure I had the right FFFit. He explicitly said that he would rather have me (and any customer) enjoy the band than have it sit in my drawer. And I have! I live in Orlando and love to support a local business that makes great products with excellent customer service. Highly recommended and this is one of the most stylish and unique bands in my collection!
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absolutely great owner! please read!
I honestly didn’t expect to meet such a generous person. i’m gonna try & keep this short, i pretty much ordered the wrong size twice! one was too tight and one was too loose! i regrettably used my nike apple watch band to size them because i threw away my original sport apple band. i thought to myself the nike watch band is a close enough size guide. well it wasn’t and thankfully after sending emails back & fourth. The owner of form function form decided to send me the 3 other sizes without having me pay anything or doing an exchange! 😳 after reading other people’s reviews of how the size feels too tight i am relieved i went to form function form and dealt with a awesome person who cared about my genuine experience with how the watch band feels on my wrist. i am very sorry for making it a hard time to email you constantly 😅. The 2nd fit was the better choice all along haha. here are 2 photos of the what the leather russet looks like, oh and i forgot to mention. the laser odor that arrives with the band goes away. it’s pretty strong at first but it goes away and honestly the laser smell definitely makes the leather feel more authentic as well! (edit: sorry for keeping this long haha)
I ordered the black leather Apple Watch band and unfortunately the size was too small. For some reason my size was a bit off from the standard, but Shawn was incredible and sent me three other bands to make sure I had the right FFFit. He explicitly said that he would rather have me (and any customer) enjoy the band than have it sit in my drawer. And I have! I live in Orlando and love to support a local business that makes great products with excellent customer service. Highly recommended and this is one of the most stylish and unique bands in my collection!
I got the strap today! I am so surprised! I like the new design so much! It's worth the wait 🙏 i like it very much!thank you very much 🤩
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super great, unique and massively well-made leather. just ordered my third button band in a third color to mix/match/fit any need.
I needed something in black to wear to work, but I really wanted something unique and stylish beyond just a simple black leather band. The etching in this is beautiful, but still subtle. This is my second FFF watch band and I love it.
This was my second watch band purchase. My first was in alpine grey suede and I wore it for two years. I recently lost some weight and found it getting a bit loose so I decided to get a new one. I got the green leather this time and I adore it. The fit is so perfect and the band so comfortable. I love the unique look of these bands!
The button-stud Apple watchbands are nothing short of ingenious! Stylish, well made and comfortable. I've purchased two of these watchbands for my 40mm Series 4 Apple watch - one in Rio Tan and another in Dark Brown. Both are beautiful!
I misjudged the size with the first band I ordered, and needed one size larger. The return process was very smooth. The only problem that occurred in the return was my not knowing that I needed to keep the button-stud portion of the band and only send back the strap, so when I received the replacement strap, I had no button-stud portion. I contacted Form Function Form to let them know what had happened. They were quick to respond and sent out the button-stud part right away.
This is a great company selling quality products. I will definitely be making more purchases with them in the future :)
I must say, I love this band!! It gives the watch a totally cool and unique look. Mine is the raw (undyed) one, which has a beautiful color all it’s own, but there are so many gorgeous hues to choose from, that I have been planning on getting one in either the peacock blue, grey suede, burgundy, or all of ‘em. I was concerned that the band would stretch too much, but it didn’t. The first two days were a little bit of a struggle to button it myself, naturally, since the leather was brand new, but since day three, it has been an absolute breeze to put on. Thanks FFF for creating a crazy-cool and beautiful band that doesn’t follow the standard design masses!!
I want to love this thing. The design is awesome. I love the look and how there is no hardware under the wrist.
I don't love how it sits on my wrist, it looks crooked. The thing I really didn't like though is the edges of the leather. They feel really rough and there is a slight burnt smell, presumably from being laser cut.
I am wearing it now in hopes I fall in love with it. I really like the look and design. I am just a little disappointed by the polish.
Hey Janie! Yes, the slight smell is from the laser cutting. It's definitely surprising that you still smell it; typically it's gone after a few days. As to the edges...perhaps we made a mistake and didn't burnish the edges of your band. Please send an email over and we'll get you a replacement, and make super-sure that the edges are burnished nice and smooth. Sorry for the inconvenience, but we definitely want to make sure that you have a band that you love.
FFF has provided me the best option found on the internet. I love that the band was made for me. Apple's (TM) design of the button-stud latch is awesome and FFF made it better with an affordable leather option. I'm certain to return for another color or two in 2018.
First - the watch band is beautiful, luxury quality, and ages well. Very fashionable and unique given all the bands worn by everyone else.
Even better is the customer service to ensure that the band fits perfectly for you and quick responses (even during holidays!) to have bands shipped to correct for fit issues when it doesn't feel tailor-fitted. I use to wear the Apple metal band every day; now I wear the FFF.
I never thought I would wear a 3rd party band on my Apple Watch but then I read a review on Geekdad. I ordered my Form Function Form band the same day. I fortunately live relatively close by so Shawn suggested I go by the shop, which I did the next day. I’ve never dealt with anyone more helpful. Shawn helped me size the band and choose from a large variety of colors. He wanted to save me a return trip so he waived the shipping charge. That’s not something I asked him to do. A couple of days later I got the shipping notice. The band was perfect from the start but as it ages it just keeps getting better and better. It’s purposely sized a bit tight as Shawn knows the leather will stretch so it might be a bit difficult to close it at first but it loosens up quickly, just enough, not so much that it slides around. Shawn sized mine perfectly. The band looks classy yet simple. It’s so comfortable I forget I’m wearing a watch. No more discomfort, no more worries about scratching my MacBook Pro while typing. Thanks to Shawn and the crew for a fantastic product and great service. I’m a customer for life.
Absolutely love it! I got it as a gift from a friend in Orlando. Fits perfectly and love that I can switch the band for a more ‘going out’ look rather than my normal sport band! I’ll definitely be spreading the word here in NC about them and maybe be needing some more. Thanks!
I was a little hesitant about the style with the button on the side, but I have grown to really like it. The band is very high quality and the hardware adds a lot of class to an otherwise bland-looking Apple watch.
Glad you like it! It looks like you intentionally went with a different adapter and stud than your watch; if you didn't realize that matching was an option (or if we somehow sent the wrong color?) definitely let us know--but we're always on board with breaking from matchy-matchy.
I had been looking online for a while for a subtle but high quality band for my Apple Watch and I was so pleased to stumble upon your website and this band. It fits perfectly and it arrived within a few days of placing the order (even though I'm in Canada). Couldn't ask for a better product or shopping experience.
I'm beginning this review with saying "Thank you Shawn" the quality of your product along with its professional appearance is outstanding! After switching from an android to an iPhone it only took a couple of months before deciding I wanted the watch also; I wasn't sure what leather band I wanted to go with it, however, after a few days of researching I came across "FFF" after reading about 157 positive reviews I was convinced on this brand so I ordered the watch & band the same day; I was actually equally as enthusiastic about the :apple: band as I was the apple watch so much so that I called Shawn on a Saturday morning offering to pay for faster shipping because the watch was being delivered sooner then expected. But enough about that this band is adorable and I'm so happy about the purchase. I work in a hospital and if it's not my coworkers asking about it, its patients and family members...... and of course I share the site with information because there are very few companies that offer genuine quality product and service. l sincerely wish "FFF" all the success they can handle plus more.