Strap for Richard Lange Tourbillon Pour le Mérite Platinum

The lug width of the 760.025 is precisely 22 millimetres. This dimension is fixed and determined by the structural width of the lugs — the anchoring elements of the strap to the case. Correct measurement means positioning the metre in the internal seating of the metal tube that passes through the lugs, from one end of the hole to the other. Never confuse this measurement with the case diameter (41.90 mm) or the thickness of the passants.

Mississippi alligator in dark tones (midnight blue, black, dark brown) is the ideal choice for the 760.025. The fine grain texture and characteristic scutes create a refined contrast with the severely geometric dial. An excellent alternative is vegetable-tanned calf, which develops a golden patina over time and dialogues organically with the natural oxidation of the platinum case. We advise against NATO and rubber straps, which are incompatible with the classical and scientific identity of the model.

The 760.025 strap is changed using a tool called a spring bar remover. Position the tool under the metal tube that passes through the lugs to release the internal spring, then extract the old strap. Insert the new strap into the holes, ensuring that the tube slides completely and the springs lock in position. If you are not experienced, a watchmaker or craftsman from Milano Straps can perform the operation in minutes.

Absolutely yes, as long as the dimensions are correct (22 mm lug width) and the material quality is coherent with the nobility of the model. A handcrafted strap in alligator or vegetable-tanned leather with a quality deployant in satin stainless steel or platinum is perfectly compatible and often offers customisation choices that original straps do not permit. Compatibility is guaranteed by lug width, not by strap brand.

A quality leather strap (alligator, vegetable-tanned calf, shell cordovan) typically lasts 3–5 years with daily wear, up to 7–8 years if worn occasionally. Longevity depends on variables such as moisture exposure, the pH of human skin (acidic), the quality of stitching (hand-sewn is preferable) and periodic maintenance. Casati Milano handcrafted straps include an 18-month guarantee on manufacturing defects and can be regenerated or replaced via aftermarket service.