Breitling · Colt

Strap for Colt Chronograph Automatic Stainless Steel / Mariner Blue / Calf / Pin

Takes 22 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.

Lug width22 mm
Case diameter44 mm
ReferenceA1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1
FamilyColt
MovementBreitling caliber Caliber 13 Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds | Date | Chronograph
CaseStainless Steel

Spring bar

Swiss Standard universal spring bars

The right category for this model · 316L steel, all lug widths 13–26 mm

Straps for the Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1

Selected for the 22 mm lug width · workshop selection

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The Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1, seen from the bench

The Breitling Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1 is a 44mm stainless steel chronograph watch from the Colt family, designed for professional and military use. It features the automatic Breitling 13 caliber movement certified COSC, with functions including hours, minutes, small seconds, date and chronograph. The watch has a 22mm lug width and a solid caseback for structural water resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug width of the Breitling Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1?

The lug width of the Breitling Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1 is 22mm. This measurement refers to the internal distance between the two case lugs at the strap attachment point and determines the correct strap size for this reference.

What is the best strap for the Breitling Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1?

The ideal choice depends on intended use. For formal or business settings, a vegetable-tanned alligator or calfskin strap with a 22mm deployante or tang buckle complements the stainless steel case. For sport or water-related use, vulcanised rubber or ballistic nylon NATO straps provide waterproofing and mechanical resilience consistent with the Colt's tool watch heritage.

How do I change the strap on a Breitling Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1?

Use a fine-tipped spring bar tool, inserting the tip into the small notch on the inner side of the lug. Compress the spring bar and slide the strap free. The procedure takes approximately two minutes and requires no professional equipment, though care should be taken to avoid scratching the case surfaces.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1?

Yes. Any strap with a 22mm lug width is dimensionally compatible with the Breitling Colt A1338811/C914/433X/A20BA.1. Milano Straps offers a curated range of Italian handcrafted straps in various leathers and materials, fitted with buckles and keepers precisely calibrated to the 22mm width for a secure and accurate fit.

How long does a leather strap last on a Breitling Colt worn daily?

A quality leather strap, vegetable-tanned and stitched with waxed thread, typically lasts between 18 and 36 months with daily wear, depending on perspiration levels, water exposure and maintenance routine. Avoiding prolonged moisture and occasionally applying a leather conditioner will significantly extend the strap's service life. Milano Straps provides an 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects.

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