Breitling · Avenger
Strap for Avenger II GMT Stainless Steel / Mariner Blue / Bracelet
Takes 22 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.
Lug width
Straps for the Avenger A32390111C1A1 (aka: A3239011/C872/170A)
Selected for the 22 mm lug width · workshop selection
Matte Black Alligator Strap€270
Millenium Cognac Alligator Strap€270
Matte Blue Alligator Strap€270
Vintage Black Calfskin Leather Strap€80
Hammered Calfskin Strap Light Blue€98
The Avenger A32390111C1A1 (aka: A3239011/C872/170A), seen from the bench
Frequently asked questions
What is the lug width of the Breitling Avenger A32390111C1A1?
The Breitling Avenger A32390111C1A1 features a lug width of 22mm. This is the standard measurement to use when selecting any aftermarket replacement strap compatible with this reference.
What is the best strap for the Breitling Avenger A32390111C1A1?
The ideal choice depends on the intended use. For daily and sporting wear, a vegetable-tanned calf leather strap with pull-up finish or a vulcanised rubber strap are the most coherent options given the Avenger's tool watch vocation. For formal occasions, hornback alligator or shell cordovan offer a more refined reading. A ballistic nylon NATO strap remains the safest option overall, thanks to its double springbar attachment system.
How do I change the strap on a Breitling Avenger A32390111C1A1?
To replace the strap, a flat-tip springbar tool is required. Insert the tip into the slot between the lug and the strap, press inward to compress the springbar, then gently lever the strap free. Repeat on the opposite side. The Avenger's lugs accept standard 1.8mm diameter springbars. The use of improvised tools is strongly discouraged to avoid scratching the case surface finish.
Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Avenger A32390111C1A1?
Yes. Any strap with a 22mm attachment width and standard 1.8mm springbars is technically compatible with the Breitling Avenger A32390111C1A1. Milano Straps offers a dedicated selection of 22mm straps in various materials — leather, alligator, rubber, NATO — designed with proportions and finishes appropriate for the Avenger's 43mm case.
How long does a leather strap last on a Breitling Avenger?
Longevity depends on leather quality, frequency of use and exposure to perspiration and water. A quality vegetable-tanned leather strap, with regular use and standard care, typically lasts between two and four years. Frequent exposure to salt water or heavy perspiration may shorten this lifespan. Milano Straps products carry an 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects. For intensive marine or sporting use, vulcanised rubber or nylon NATO straps are structurally more durable alternatives.
The next step
The right strap isn't chosen. It is built, together.
From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.
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