Strap for Senator Excellence Panorama Date Stainless Steel / Blue / Alligator - Folding

The lug width of the Glashütte Original Senator 1-36-03-04-02-50 is exactly 20mm. This measurement is specific to the model and must be verified before purchasing a compatible strap. To measure correctly, use a calliper on the case lug, measuring the internal distance between the two lug posts. A measurement error (confusing 20mm with 18mm or 22mm) is a frequent cause of incompatibility.

The best strap for the Senator depends on intended use. For a dress watch vocation, we recommend alligator in cognac or chocolate-brown tones, which emphasises the minimalist case aesthetic. For greater versatility, vegetable-tanned calf leather in black or dark brown offers patina that evolves over time. NATO is ideal for daily wear contexts, rubber for warm climates. Milano Straps personalises every strap to your specific case.

Strap replacement requires removal of the lug pins (spring bars). Use a dedicated tool – available from Milano Straps – to gently lever the spring bar's internal mechanism, remove the old strap and fit the new one. If you are unsure of the procedure, we recommend entrusting the Casati Milano atelier for professional replacement, which guarantees no scratches on the case.

Yes, theoretically you can, but with caution. A compatible 20mm aftermarket strap must have lugs robust enough to securely accommodate the Senator's fixing pins. We recommend selecting brands that guarantee tight tolerances and quality materials (genuine alligator, real calf, robust canvas). Milano Straps supplies artisanal straps that meet your Glashütte watch's construction specifications.

The lifespan of a leather strap depends on use, climate and care. On average, a quality alligator or calf lasts 3–5 years of daily wear. Factors accelerating wear: excessive perspiration, direct sunlight exposure, contact with solvents. A vegetable-tanned strap can be refurbished (re-dyed, reconditioned) by our atelier, extending useful life to 7–10 years. Natural rubber lasts 4–6 years before losing elasticity.