Strap for Navitimer 01 46 Stainless Steel / Black / Bracelet

The Breitling Navitimer AB012721/BD09/443A features a lug width of 24 mm. This is the distance between the two lugs on the watch case, and it is the essential measurement for selecting a compatible strap. Ensure that your new strap fits perfectly between the lugs without lateral play.

Alligator leather is the premium choice for this Navitimer, with its natural geometric grain providing both elegance and professional character. Excellent alternatives include vegetable-tanned calf, which develops a rich patina over time, and shell cordovan, appreciated for its density and chromatic evolution. For a sporty aesthetic, a ballistic nylon NATO remains always appropriate.

To change the strap, you will need spring bars and an appropriate removal tool. Position the watch on a stable surface, insert the tool into the small hole beneath the lug to compress the spring, extract the old strap, and with the same pressure, insert the new one. Verify that both sides are properly seated in the lugs. If you are inexperienced, the Casati Milano atelier can perform the change by appointment.

Yes, provided the strap is sized for a 24 mm lug width. High-quality artisanal aftermarket straps often enhance the aesthetics compared to original Breitling straps. Milano Straps offers a curated selection of 24 mm straps customizable in size, initials, and thread colour, crafted in alligator, calf, and cordovan. Casati Milano atelier can also create bespoke straps according to your specific colour and material requirements.

A high-quality leather strap, such as alligator or vegetable-tanned calf, typically lasts 3–5 years with daily wear, provided proper maintenance is observed. Direct sunlight exposure and humidity accelerate ageing. Straps crafted by Casati Milano benefit from an 18-month warranty and can be refurbished or replaced if necessary. Shell cordovan and vegetable-tanned calf tend to age more gracefully visually, developing character-rich patinas over time.