Strap for PanoMatic Lunar Stainless Steel / Silver / Synthetic

The lug width is precisely 20 mm. This measurement is constructively consistent across all Pano examples and is determined by the external distance between the two attachment pins. Measuring with a digital calliper between the lugs at 12 and 6 o'clock ensures accuracy; there are no manufacturing variants.

The Pano expresses itself optimally with materials that dialogue with its constructive sobriety: Mississippi alligator, vegetable-tanned calf, shell cordovan, or military-grade NATO fabrics. French alligator develops a natural patina that mirrors the case's satin ageing. Vegetable-tanned calf creates a tactile, considered relationship; shell cordovan amplifies the constructive geometry with material density.

The procedure requires a spring bar remover: insert the tool into the groove between the lug and case body, release the elastic pin from one side, and slide the worn strap away. Repeat on the other side. Next, guide your new strap—ensuring the width is exactly 20 mm—and reposition the pins into the grooves until you hear a click. A two-minute operation, but crucial for preserving case integrity.

Yes, provided it strictly respects the 20 mm lug width. Any strap certified at 20 mm—leather, rubber, or NATO fabric—is mechanically compatible. We recommend prioritising manufacturers who certify width to the tenth of a millimetre and use premium stainless steel spring bars to preserve case integrity.

A quality leather strap—alligator or vegetable-tanned calf—typically lasts between 3 and 5 years of daily wear. Longevity depends on replacement frequency, ambient humidity, and maintenance. Shell cordovan, if treated with carnauba wax annually, can exceed 8 years. Military NATO and FKM rubber offer superior durability (7–10 years) but require periodic washing.