Strap for Navitimer 1 35 Automatic Red Gold / MOP / Croco / Folding

The Breitling Navitimer R17395211A1P2 has a lug width of 18mm. This measurement should be taken with a calliper between the two lower lugs of the case, at the point where the strap attaches. Any 18mm strap with a standard buckle or deployant clasp is the correct replacement for this reference.

For an 18-carat red gold case, the most suitable materials are Hornback alligator in bordeaux or cognac tones, and burgundy shell cordovan. Both complement the warm chromatic temperature of the gold and develop a natural patina over time. A red gold deployant clasp completes the pairing with metallic consistency. The strap ends should be straight or slightly curved to fit the short lugs of the Navitimer 35 correctly.

To replace the strap, a 0.8mm spring bar tool is required. Insert the forked tip into the lug hole, compress the spring bar and slide the strap free. Repeat on the opposite lug. Before removing the strap, place the watch face-down on a soft cloth to avoid scratching the case. The operation takes approximately two minutes and does not require a visit to an authorised service centre.

Yes, any strap with an 18mm attachment width is technically compatible with the Breitling Navitimer R17395211A1P2. Milanostraps.it offers a selection of handcrafted 18mm straps, available bespoke or from stock, in alligator, calf leather, shell cordovan and vegetable-tanned leather, with a choice of ardillon buckle or deployant clasp.

The lifespan of a leather strap depends on the material, frequency of use and exposure to perspiration and moisture. A quality alligator or shell cordovan strap, with moderate daily wear, retains its structural and aesthetic integrity for 3 to 5 years. Vegetable-tanned leather tends to develop patina and outlast chrome-tanned alternatives. Prolonged exposure to water and perfume should be avoided to maximise longevity.