Breitling · Montbrillant

Strap for Montbrillant 01 Stainless Steel / Mercury Silver / Bracelet

Takes 20 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.

Lug width20 mm
Case diameter40 mm
ReferenceAB013012.G709.448A
FamilyMontbrillant
MovementBreitling caliber B01 hours, minutes, small seconds | date | Chronograph, column wheel | chronometer
Year2012
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 Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A

Selected for the 20 mm lug width

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The Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A, seen from the bench

The Breitling Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A is a 40mm stainless steel chronograph from the historic Montbrillant collection, named after Breitling's founding address in Grenchen in 1892. It features the in-house Breitling Caliber B01, an automatic movement COSC-certified chronometer with column wheel, vertical gear train coupling, and 70-hour power reserve. The dial displays tachymetric scale and registers typical of professional chronographs, with 20mm lug width.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug width of the Breitling Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A?

The Breitling Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A features a lug width of 20mm. This measurement is standard across a wide range of premium straps and ensures broad compatibility with both traditional buckles and folding deployant clasps.

What is the best strap for the Breitling Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A?

The most suitable materials for the Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A are vegetable-tanned calf leather for refined daily wear, alligator leather for formal occasions, and robust nylon NATO straps for travel or active use. The choice should reflect both the intended context and the desired chromatic pairing with the dial.

How do you change the strap on a Breitling Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A?

Strap replacement requires a fine-tipped springbar tool. Insert the tool into the springbar lug slot between the case and the strap, compress the spring bar and slide the strap free. The process is fully reversible and does not require case disassembly. If in doubt, consult a watchmaker or a specialist atelier.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A?

Yes. Any strap with a 20mm attachment width is technically compatible. Milanostraps.it offers a curated selection of handcrafted straps in various leathers and materials, all fitted with standard 20mm spring bars and available with a classic buckle or deployant clasp. Artisan quality can match or exceed that of original accessories.

How long does a leather strap last on a Breitling Montbrillant AB013012.G709.448A?

A quality leather strap, properly maintained, typically lasts between 18 and 36 months with daily wear. Prolonged exposure to perspiration and moisture accelerates deterioration. Vegetable-tanned straps develop a characteristic patina over time, which many enthusiasts consider a mark of distinction. Casati Milano provides an 18-month guarantee against manufacturing defects.

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