Breitling · Top Time

Strap for Premier Top Time B01 Racing Stainless Steel / Green

Takes 18 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.

Lug width18 mm
Case diameter38 mm
ReferenceAB01771A1L1X1
FamilyTop Time
MovementBreitling caliber B01 ND hours, minutes, small seconds | Chronograph, column wheel | chronometer
Year2025
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 Top Time AB01771A1L1X1

Selected for the 18 mm lug width

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The Top Time AB01771A1L1X1, seen from the bench

The Top Time represents the modern reinterpretation of a 1960s Breitling model. It is equipped with the automatic B01 caliber with column-wheel chronograph function and chronometer certification. The lugs measure 18mm in width.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug width of the Breitling Top Time AB01771A1L1X1?

The Breitling Top Time AB01771A1L1X1 has a lug width of 18mm. This is the internal distance between the two lug tips where the strap is fitted. Any standard 18mm strap is compatible with this reference.

What is the best strap for the Breitling Top Time AB01771A1L1X1?

For the Top Time, a fine-grain vegetable-tanned calf leather strap is the most coherent choice given the chronograph's vintage aesthetic. Alligator leather suits formal occasions, nylon NATO straps work well for daily sporting use, and vulcanised rubber is ideal for humid or marine environments.

How do you change the strap on a Breitling Top Time?

Strap replacement requires a fine-tipped spring bar tool. Insert the tip into the slot on the spring bar, compress it laterally and slide the strap free from the lug. The process is fully reversible and requires no professional tools, though care should be taken to avoid scratching the stainless steel case.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Top Time AB01771A1L1X1?

Yes. Any standard 18mm strap is compatible with this model. Milanostraps.it offers a curated selection of handcrafted leather, rubber and textile straps specifically sized for an 18mm lug width, with finishes suited to the Top Time's sport-elegant character.

How long does a leather strap last on a Breitling Top Time?

A quality leather strap — vegetable-tanned calf or alligator — typically lasts 18 to 36 months with daily wear, depending on exposure to perspiration, moisture and UV light. A deployant clasp reduces mechanical stress on the keeper hole and can extend strap life by up to 40% compared to a standard tang buckle.

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