Strap for Anomaly-02 Brown PVD / Brown

The lug width of the CODE41 Anomaly-02 AN02-BR-ST-PER-BE is 24mm. This is a non-standard dimension compared to contemporary standards, requiring intentional research in the aftermarket strap market. The constructional tolerance permits straps with a lug width of 23.8–24.2mm without adaptation issues to the spring bars.

For a watch of this aesthetic authority, we recommend shell cordovan in solid colour (chocolate brown or ebony black), vegetable-tanned calf, or FKM rubber in neutral tones. Choice depends on intended use: leather for formal contexts, rubber for daily wear. Avoid glossed or decorative finishes that distract from the movement's transparency.

Position the watch on a flat surface with the case facing downward. Locate the transverse spring bars at the case extremities. Use a dedicated tool (spring bar tool) to compress the spring bar, then extract it. Once the bar is removed, the old strap separates easily. Insert the new strap onto the same bar, position it in the upper lug, compress the spring and insert the bar until you feel the click indicating secure seating.

On milanostraps.it you will find a dedicated selection of 24mm straps in leather, NATO and rubber. Always verify that the lug width is explicitly labelled 24mm. The deployant clasp must correspond to the lug width to prevent unwanted play. CODE41 permits the use of aftermarket straps of equivalent or superior quality.

The lifespan of a leather strap depends on material and use. Shell cordovan or vegetable-tanned calf guarantees 3–5 years of daily wear, developing natural patina over time. Rubber lasts longer (5–7 years) but ages less elegantly. A quality artisanal strap extends longevity if subjected to regular maintenance and kept dry.