Strap for Navitimer Automatic 36 Stainless Steel / Grey / Alligator

The Breitling Navitimer A17327381B1P1 has a lug width of 18mm. This measurement must be taken with a calliper between the two lugs at the point of contact with the strap. Any compatible strap must have an attachment width of exactly 18mm.

For the 36mm steel Navitimer with an ivory dial, a vegetable-tanned calf leather strap in tobacco or cognac tones offers the best balance between technical character and aesthetic coherence. Alligator is recommended for formal settings; shell cordovan for those seeking maximum durability and a deep patina over time. A nylon NATO strap remains consistent with the model's aviator origins.

Strap replacement requires a spring bar tool or a flat-head screwdriver with a rounded tip to compress the spring bar inward within the lug. It is advisable to work on a soft surface to protect the crystal and case. If in doubt, the operation can be carried out by a watchmaker or at the Casati Milano atelier.

Yes. Any strap with an 18mm attachment width and a standard spring bar is compatible with the Navitimer A17327381B1P1. Milano Straps offers a curated selection of handcrafted leather, rubber and nylon straps specifically selected for the 18mm lug width, with finishes suited to the Navitimer's stainless steel case.

Longevity depends on the material and frequency of daily wear. A quality vegetable-tanned calf strap, with periodic conditioning cream application, typically lasts 2–4 years. Shell cordovan can exceed 5 years due to its dense fibre structure. Alligator, if not frequently exposed to moisture, retains structural integrity for 3–5 years. Casati Milano straps include an 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects.