Strap for SuperOcean Automatic 44 Stainless Steel / Turquoise / Bracelet

The Breitling Superocean A17376211L2A1 has a lug width of 22mm. This is the standard measurement used across the Superocean 44mm line and should be verified before purchasing any replacement strap.

It depends on intended use. For diving or sport, a vulcanised rubber strap is the most practical choice. For everyday urban wear, an alligator or vegetable-tanned calf leather strap enhances the ceramic-steel bimetallic profile of the Superocean. A nylon NATO strap remains the most versatile and resilient option for intensive use.

The strap is removed using a fine-tipped spring bar tool or a small flat-head screwdriver. Apply gentle pressure to the spring bar between the lug and the strap to compress and release it. The operation takes under two minutes for anyone familiar with the tools; alternatively, any watchmaker or atelier such as Casati Milano can perform the swap on the spot.

Yes. Any standard 22mm strap with conventional spring bars is compatible with the Breitling Superocean A17376211L2A1. Milano Straps offers a curated selection of handcrafted 22mm straps in leather, rubber and nylon, specifically proportioned for watches with this lug width, including the Superocean.

The longevity of a leather strap on a diver depends heavily on use. Regular exposure to water, perspiration and UV light reduces service life to six to twelve months. With occasional use and proper care — avoiding immersion, allowing the strap to dry flat, treating it periodically with leather conditioner — an alligator or shell cordovan strap can last several years, developing a distinctive patina over time.