Strap for Element Automatic Chronograph Full Steel / White / Croco

The lug width of the Formex Element 1200.1.8011.311 is 25mm, a non-standard dimension that requires careful selection of aftermarket straps. This measurement is taken between the inner lugs and is essential for secure, stable strap attachment.

For the Formex Element 1200.1.8011.311, we recommend alligator straps with vegetable tanning for an elegant-technical approach, structured calf leather for minimalist aesthetic coherence, or NATO and synthetic rubber for those prioritising practicality and water resistance. Your choice depends on intended use and wearing context.

The Formex Element uses standard spring bar attachments. To change the strap, obtain a spring bar removal tool, position the tip carefully in the lug access slot, apply gentle pressure to compress the spring, remove the old lug and insert the new one. Always verify that the replacement strap is engineered to the 25mm lug width specification.

Yes, you can and should use aftermarket straps compatible with the 25mm lug width. This allows you to personalise the watch according to wearing context whilst maintaining aesthetic coherence with the case's technical and minimalist vocation.

The lifespan of a leather strap depends on usage intensity, ambient humidity, and maintenance. Quality artisanal alligator or calf leather, subjected to moderate use and regular care, maintains functional characteristics for 3–5 years. Exposure to perspiration, water and detergents accelerates ageing; the patina that develops is a natural part of the material's aesthetic evolution.