Strap for Villeret Quantième Complet 40mm Stainless Steel / Grey

The Blancpain Villeret 6654-1113-55B features lug widths of 22mm. This dimension is the result of carefully calculated proportions between the case diameter (40mm) and the height of the lugs themselves. To verify the measurement, position the watch on a flat surface and measure with a calliper the external distance between the two lugs. A 22mm strap will fit with millimetre precision, ensuring correct tension and proper support of the watch on the wrist.

For a watch of this elegance and refinement, Mississippi alligator in Midnight Blue represents the most coherent choice with the aesthetic identity of the model. The geometric symmetry of the scales dialogues perfectly with the purity of the grand feu enamelled dial. Valid alternatives include vegetable-tanned calf leather (which develops a honey-amber patina over time) and FKM rubber for those seeking a solution more resistant to atmospheric agents without sacrificing formal elegance.

Changing the strap requires a specific tool: a removal tool or spring bar extractor. Position the watch on a soft cloth to protect the case. Locate the pins situated laterally to the lugs (generally on the caseback side): these pins support the strap in the case body. With the extractor, gently push the pin inward until it is completely withdrawn. The strap will release. For installation of the new strap, align the lug with the hole and reinsert the pin with the same pressure, ensuring it is firmly anchored. If you lack experience, consult a competent watchmaker or Casati Milano for assistance by appointment.

Yes. Provided the lug width is strictly 22mm, any superior quality artisanal strap is compatible with the 6654-1113-55B. It is imperative that the strap features craftsmanship that honours the manufacturing level of the watch: fixed-point stitching, integral point finish, absence of glue residue. The straps offered by Milano Straps are manufactured according to these standards. A well-executed aftermarket strap will not degrade your Villeret, rather it personalises it according to your colour and tactile preference.

The lifespan of a natural leather strap depends on frequency of wear, climatic conditions and quality of tanning. An alligator in mineral tanning, worn daily in temperate climate, maintains structural integrity for 3-5 years before showing significant signs of wear (cracking, fading). Vegetable-tanned calf leather is more subject to natural creasing, thus has a slightly shorter lifespan (2-4 years), but compensates with visually interesting patina. FKM rubber resists 5-7 years without appreciable degradation. Casati Milano provides an 18-month warranty on manufacturing defects on all handmade straps. Regular maintenance (cleaning with a slightly dampened cloth, storage in a dry environment) significantly extends operational life.