Strap for Lange 1 20th Anniversary Platinum

The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 101.062 is equipped with a lug width of 20 millimetres. This dimension is specific to the model and was designed to maintain balanced proportions with the 38.5 mm case diameter. Always measure the lugs with a digital calliper positioned perpendicularly between the pins to verify compatibility with aftermarket straps.

For a platinum timepiece of this calibre, we recommend straps in Nile alligator with vegetable tanning or shell cordovan. Alligator represents the most aligned choice with German watchmaking philosophy: the geometric texture of the scales dialogues with the deliberate asymmetry of the dial. Vegetable-tanned calf offers visible ageing that reveals the watch's history of use. Avoid rubber, NATO, or fabric straps: platinum deserves a material frame, not a sporty one.

Changing the strap requires the use of a spring bar tool. Position the watch with the caseback facing upward, insert the flat blade of the tool into the hole of the lower lug to compress the spring pin, then extract the worn strap. Repeat for the upper lug. Mount the new strap by reversing the procedure. If you are inexperienced, entrust the work to a certified watchmaker or Casati Milano's service.

Yes, provided the strap is crafted for 20 millimetre lugs and respects the visual proportions of the watch. The artisanal straps from milanostraps.it, constructed in alligator, calf, and shell cordovan, are specifically designed for this configuration. The quality of the leather and construction precision guarantee mechanical compatibility and aesthetic coherence with a watch of this category.

A high-quality leather strap (alligator, calf, shell cordovan) used daily lasts approximately 3–5 years, provided adequate maintenance. Prolonged exposure to humidity, chemical cleaners, and direct sunlight accelerates ageing. Casati Milano's artisanal straps are warranted for 18 months against manufacturing defects. To preserve the leather, apply nourishing cream every 6–8 months and allow the strap to dry naturally if exposed to water.