Strap for Royal Oak Offshore 26571 Grande Complication Titanium / Ceramic / White

The lug attachment on this model is an integral part of the case design, with an octagonal geometry that does not correspond to any standard interchangeable fitting. A bespoke strap, however, is entirely possible: it is built directly on the watch by <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a>, following a precise measurement of the lug profile. The result is a strap conceived for that specific watch, with formal continuity and structural integrity.

The process begins with an appointment at the atelier, where the master craftsman physically examines the watch and takes direct measurements of the attachment. From these measurements, a shaped lining is constructed that sits flush against the case, followed by the selection of leather, finish and closure. The strap is fitted and verified on the watch before final delivery.

Louisiana alligator with a matte finish is the leather that best complements the black ceramic of the case, offering chromatic coherence and a textural contrast that deepens over time with patina. Grained calf leather is a more sporting alternative, consistent with the offshore identity of the model. To highlight the sapphire case transparency, a neutral-toned leather with contrast stitching creates an original and refined pairing.

A strap built with selected quality leathers and hand stitching, if properly maintained, will accompany the watch for many years whilst developing a personal patina. Longevity depends on the type of leather, daily use and care taken to dry it after exposure to moisture. A first-grade leather such as alligator or tannery calf resists better and improves aesthetically over time compared to synthetic materials or lower-grade hides.

Calibre AP 2885 is one of the most complex constructions ever produced by Audemars Piguet for a wristwatch: it combines a column-wheel split-seconds chronograph, perpetual calendar, moon phases and minute repeater in a single movement. The rattrapante function allows the measurement of intermediate times with a superimposed second hand, whilst the minute repeater translates the time into acoustic sequences through hammers and gongs. The partially sapphire case allows part of this mechanical architecture to be observed directly on the wrist.