Strap for Essence Automatic Blue / Calf

The Formex Essence 0330.1.7331.713 features a 22-millimetre lug width. This measurement is taken between the removable spring bar pins on the case using a calliper. It is an established standard ensuring compatibility with the full range of modern aftermarket straps, from leather to NATO to rubber.

For the 0330.1.7331.713, we recommend vegetable-tanned Tuscan leather (which develops patina over time), or NATO nylon for daily versatility. If the dial is graphite grey, a medium brown or honey tone creates natural aesthetic synergy. For aquatic environments, technical rubber is the practical choice without compromise.

Changing a 22mm strap is straightforward: use a spring bar tool (L-shaped professional implement) to gently press the internal pin of the strap, freeing the seat. Insert the new strap, aligning it with the holes, and repeat on the other side. If inexperienced, we recommend consulting a Formex authorised dealer or local watchmaker.

Any strap with a 22mm lug width is compatible. On milanostraps.it you will find vegetable-tanned leather, alligator, NATO, rubber, all with lugs and buckles appropriate to this width. Always verify the specific "22mm" in the product title to avoid mistakes.

A quality vegetable-tanned leather strap, worn daily without breaks, has an average lifespan of 3-5 years before requiring replacement due to structural buckle wear or leather deterioration at the holes. Regularly rotating between multiple straps (at least two) significantly extends this duration.