Breitling · Navitimer

Strap for Navitimer 1 B01 Chronograph 43 Stainless Steel / Airline Editions SwissAir / 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 diameter43 mm
ReferenceAB01211B1B1X1
FamilyNavitimer
MovementBreitling caliber B01 hours, minutes, small seconds | date | Chronograph, column wheel | chronometer
Year2019
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 Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1

Selected for the 22 mm lug width · workshop selection

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The Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1, seen from the bench

The Navitimer was introduced in 1952 as a chronograph for civil aviation. It is equipped with the automatic B01 caliber with chronograph function, small seconds, date and chronometer certification. 22mm lugs with a column-wheel system for the management of the chronograph functions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug width of the Breitling Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1?

The Breitling Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1 features a lug width of 22mm. This measurement refers to the internal distance between the lugs at the strap attachment point and can be verified with a digital calliper. Any strap with a 22mm width is compatible with this reference.

What is the best strap for the Breitling Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1?

For the Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1 in stainless steel with a black dial, the most suitable options include vegetable-tanned alligator leather for a formal register, smooth burnished calfskin for versatile everyday wear, or a nylon NATO strap to echo the watch's aeronautical heritage. A polished steel deployant clasp is the most coherent closure given the case's aesthetic.

How do you change the strap on the Breitling Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1?

The strap on the Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1 is replaced using a flat-tipped or forked spring bar tool. Insert the tool into the lug slot between the case and the strap, compress the spring bar and slide the strap free. The operation takes approximately two minutes per side and does not require opening the case. Work on a soft surface to avoid scratching the bezel or caseback.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1?

Yes. The Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1 uses a standard 22mm spring bar fitting that is widely supported in the aftermarket. Milanostraps.it offers a curated selection of handcrafted leather, nylon and rubber straps in 22mm, made from premium materials and available in various lengths and finishes to suit any wrist size.

How long does a leather strap last on the Breitling Navitimer AB01211B1B1X1?

The lifespan of a leather strap depends on the material, frequency of use and exposure to perspiration and moisture. A quality alligator strap, used with care and rotated with others, can last between three and five years while maintaining stitching integrity. Shell cordovan, owing to its dense fibrous structure, tends to show greater resistance to surface wear. Milanostraps offers an 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects on all straps.

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