Breitling · Navitimer

Strap for Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Stainless Steel / Ice Blue / Alligator - Folding

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
ReferenceAB0138241C1P1
FamilyNavitimer
MovementBreitling caliber Caliber B01 Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds | Date | Chronograph, Column wheel | Chronometer
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 AB0138241C1P1

Selected for the 22 mm lug width · workshop selection

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The Navitimer AB0138241C1P1, seen from the bench

The Navitimer was introduced in 1952 as a chronograph for civil aviation. It is powered by the automatic Caliber B01 with column-wheel chronograph function and chronometer certification. 22mm lugs for the strap.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug width of the Breitling Navitimer AB0138241C1P1?

The lug width of the Breitling Navitimer AB0138241C1P1 is 22mm. This measurement is standard for 43mm Navitimer cases and should be taken internally between the lugs using a digital calliper placed flush against the case.

What is the best strap for the Breitling Navitimer AB0138241C1P1?

For the stainless steel Navitimer AB0138241C1P1, a vegetable-tanned calf leather strap in tobacco brown with contrasting cream stitching offers the most balanced pairing: it develops a personal patina over time and complements the complexity of the dial. For more active use, high-grade rubber or technical NATO straps respect the watch's original tool-watch character. Matt alligator leather elevates the overall register towards urban elegance.

How do you change the strap on the Breitling Navitimer AB0138241C1P1?

The strap on the Navitimer AB0138241C1P1 is secured by standard 22mm springbars. Using a fine-tipped springbar tool, compress the bar laterally until the strap releases from the lug. Place the watch face-down on a soft cloth to avoid scratching the steel case. The entire procedure takes under two minutes and requires no specialist tools.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Navitimer AB0138241C1P1?

Yes. Any strap with a 22mm attachment width is compatible with the Navitimer AB0138241C1P1, provided the top end is straight or gently tapered to suit the lug curvature. Milano Straps offers a curated selection of handcrafted Italian straps in 22mm, available in calf leather, alligator, NATO, and rubber, all interchangeable without case modification.

How long does a leather strap last on the Breitling Navitimer AB0138241C1P1?

A quality vegetable-tanned leather strap paired with the Navitimer AB0138241C1P1 typically lasts between 18 and 36 months with daily wear, depending on exposure to perspiration, water, and UV light. Regular conditioning with a neutral leather cream and rotation between multiple straps will significantly extend the lifespan. Casati Milano straps carry an 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects.

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