Breitling · Navitimer

Strap for Navitimer B01 Chronograph 41 Stainless Steel / Mint Green / 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 diameter41 mm
ReferenceAB0139211L1P1
FamilyNavitimer
MovementBreitling caliber B01 hours, minutes, small seconds | date | Chronograph, column wheel | chronometer
Year2022
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 AB0139211L1P1

Selected for the 22 mm lug width · workshop selection

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The Navitimer AB0139211L1P1, seen from the bench

The Navitimer was introduced in 1952 as a chronograph designed for aviation pilots. It houses the automatic B01 caliber with a column-wheel chronograph function and chronometer certification. The watch features 22mm lugs and integrates a circular slide rule for aviation navigation calculations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug width of the Breitling Navitimer AB0139211L1P1?

The Breitling Navitimer AB0139211L1P1 has a lug width of 22mm. This measurement is consistent across the entire Navitimer 41mm range and allows any standard 22mm aftermarket strap to be fitted without adapters.

What is the best strap for the Breitling Navitimer AB0139211L1P1?

The ideal strap depends on the intended use: vegetable-tanned calf leather suits everyday wear and develops a distinctive patina over time; flat-grain alligator leather is best suited to formal occasions; a nylon NATO strap honours the aeronautical heritage of the watch and offers excellent durability. All options are available in 22mm at milanostraps.it.

How do you change the strap on a Breitling Navitimer AB0139211L1P1?

Strap replacement requires a springbar tool. Place the watch face-down on a soft surface, insert the forked tip of the tool between the lug and the spring bar, compress the bar inward and slide the strap free. Repeat on the opposite side. The process takes approximately two minutes and requires no professional equipment.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Navitimer AB0139211L1P1?

Yes. Any straight-ended 22mm strap is compatible with the Navitimer AB0139211L1P1. Milano Straps produces handcrafted straps in various materials — leather, alligator, NATO, rubber — with thickness and length tailored to Breitling lugs. No case modification is required.

How long does a leather strap last on a Breitling Navitimer AB0139211L1P1?

The lifespan of a leather strap depends on tanning quality, frequency of use and care. A quality vegetable-tanned leather strap, worn regularly and kept away from excessive moisture and perspiration, typically lasts between 2 and 4 years. Casati Milano straps carry an 18-month warranty against manufacturing defects.

The next step

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