Strap for Villeret Ultraplate Automatique White Gold / Flinqué

The lug width of the Blancpain Villeret 6223C-1529-55A is 20 mm. This measurement represents the distance between the two lugs of the case where the strap attaches. It is the standard width for this model and corresponds to the ideal proportional relationship between the 38 mm case diameter and the aesthetic visibility of the strap.

For the white gold Villeret, the most appropriate straps are alligator in dark brown or chocolate tones, vegetable-tanned calf leather with natural aged patina, and shell cordovan which offers exceptional density and longevity. The choice depends on the intended use: formal elegance requires natural leathers, whilst for daily versatility vegetable-tanned calf represents the finest compromise between aesthetics and practicality.

The Villeret strap is changed using the spring bars that connect the strap to the lugs. With a spring bar tool, apply gentle downward pressure on one end of the bar, slide it out slightly, and slip the strap free. Repeat on the other side. To install the new strap, align the holes and reinsert the spring bars. It is a straightforward and reversible operation.

Yes, the original strap is completely interchangeable with any quality aftermarket strap with a 20 mm lug width. The bespoke straps from Casati Milano are specifically engineered to guarantee proper fit on the Villeret's lugs without compromise in fitment or overlap.

A quality natural leather strap (alligator, vegetable-tanned calf, shell cordovan) has an average lifespan of 3-5 years of daily use, depending on frequency of wear and maintenance. Vegetable tanning ages elegantly by developing patina, whilst alligator maintains stable structure for longer. Straps crafted by Casati Milano are supplied with an 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects.