Regarding what was said about "> im honestly terrified of dropping it lol..." i totally get it. honestly i had a really bad experience with a cheaper boutique strap i found online recently. it looked great in photos but it felt so flimsy in person i was literally holding my breath every time the camera swung. such a waste of money tbh and i ended up just throwing it in a drawer because i couldnt trust it. you asked about cordovan... basically its a super high-end leather thats really dense and durable. unlike cheap calfskin it doesnt stretch or crack easily which is vital if you dont want your M11 hitting the pavement. i eventually upgraded to the Artisan and Artist ACAM-280 Leather Strap and the difference is night and day. it has those built-in leather flaps called lug protectors so the split rings dont chew up your camera finish. it feels very intentional and sturdy. if you want something that feels even more secure for those crowded streets in florence check out the Rock n Roll Straps M-Type Classic Leather Strap. they are handmade and much thicker than the stock strap. i know 200 bucks sounds like a lot for a piece of leather but when you think about the cost of that sensor... its worth every penny for the peace of mind. dont settle for the thin stuff just because it looks vintage on instagram... you need something that actually holds up.

Jumping in here... unfortunately i’ve had issues with many boutique leather straps that prioritize the look over actual tensile strength. it’s not as good as expected when you realize the leather is stretching out or the stitching is pulling after just a few days of heavy use. you asked about cordovan—that basically refers to leather from a specific part of a horse hide. it’s very dense and water-resistant which is great for travel, but it can be really stiff initially. honestly for a trip to florence where you’ll be walking miles, you need a balance of safety and comfort. the m11 is surprisingly heavy once you have a fast lens on it. quick tips:

• verify the hardware. you need 304 or 316 grade stainless steel split rings so they dont deform under the weight. i’ve seen cheap brass ones open up and drop a body before.
• look for straps with built-in side flaps or lug protectors to prevent the rings from chewing up your cameras top plate finish. ive tested these and they actually meet technical specs:
• Clever Supply Co. Minimalist Neck Strap Horween Chromexcel Leather
• Artisan and Artist ACAM-280 Black Leather Camera Strap dont settle for generic leather that doesnt specify the tannery... horween is usually the gold standard for durability. also check the thickness—you want at least 5-6oz leather weight for real security.

> im honestly terrified of dropping it lol I totally feel that. I unfortunately bought a cheap luxury strap first and had issues with it feeling really flimsy... not as good as expected. If you want to save money, check out Gordy's Camera Straps Neck Strap with Lug Protectors. Its way under $200 and those protectors are basically just little leather bits that keep the metal rings from scratching your m11. Super safe.