Citizen · Sport Luxury
Strap for Sport Luxury
The Sport Luxury takes 22 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.
Lug width
Straps for the Sport Luxury AT8265-57L
Selected for the 22 mm lug width
Black Saffiano Strap Ecru Stitching€90
Two-Piece Recycled Nylon NATO Military Strap — Black€52
Vintage Brown Calfskin Strap — Natural Patina€98
Swift Topo Leather Strap€120
Hammered Pink Strap with Ecru Stitching€98
Hammered Calfskin Watch Strap Green with Ecru Stitching€98
Frequently asked questions
What is the lug width of the Citizen Sport Luxury AT8265-57L?
The lug width is 22 millimetres. This measurement represents the distance between the two lateral attachment pins on the case and is the fundamental parameter for identifying compatible straps. All straps certified at 22mm will install perfectly on this model without requiring any adjustments.
Which strap is recommended for the Citizen AT8265-57L?
It depends on the intended usage context. For formal elegance, an alligator or shell cordovan strap offers maximum sophistication. For daily wear and versatility, a NATO strap in technical nylon is ideal. For marine applications or high-humidity environments, FKM rubber guarantees resistance and effortless maintenance.
How do I change the strap on a Citizen Sport Luxury AT8265-57L?
You require a specialist tool called a spring bar tool. Position the thin end of the tool in the small lateral hole beneath the attachment pin, apply gentle pressure to compress the internal spring, and slide the pin outward. Repeat for the opposite pin, then install the new strap by reversing the procedure.
Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the AT8265-57L?
Yes, the specialist market offers dozens of 22mm solutions: vegetable-tanned leather, tempered calf, NATO, technical rubber. Any 22mm strap of verified quality is instantly compatible. It is essential to ensure that the thickness of the upper lug corresponds to the case specifications.
What is the average lifespan of a leather strap for this watch?
A superior-quality leather strap maintains aesthetic functionality for 4-7 years with daily wear. Typical degradation manifests as loss of elasticity, thinning at the keeper, and development of minor cracks. Factors such as humidity, direct sunlight exposure and perspiration accelerate deterioration. Vegetable tanning ages more dignifiably, developing a desirable patina, whilst FKM rubber maintains unaltered performance for 8-12 years.
The next step
The right strap isn't chosen. It is built, together.
From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.
Request an appointment →Casati Milano · Via XX Settembre 15, Milan · by appointment only
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