Strap for Automatic Hi Beat 36000 Stainless Steel / Yellow Gold / White / Bracelet

The SBGH252 features a lug width of 20mm, measured internally between the contact edges of the case lugs. This dimension is compatible with all standard 20mm watch straps available on the international watch market. To verify the correct measurement, use a digital calliper positioned perpendicularly to the internal lug hole, ensuring the distance between the inner edges measures exactly 20mm.

For the SBGH252, we recommend Burmese alligator leather with vegetable tanning, as its natural grain beautifully dialogues with the case's Zaratsu finishing. Alternatively, British black box-calf creates a formal-elegant contrast, or brown-tobacco vegetable-tanned calf amplifies harmony with the gold case elements. The choice depends on intended use: formal for alligator, casual-elegant for calf, sporty for a 20mm nylon NATO strap.

Strap replacement is performed via the lateral attachment pins of the case. Equip yourself with a quality spring bar tool featuring a rubber tip to avoid case scratching: position the tool under the outer pin, apply gentle, constant pressure until the pin retracts slightly, extract the old strap, insert the new strap into the upper hole, compress the pin until it clicks into place. The operation requires approximately two minutes per side. For delicate wrists or high-value straps, we recommend professional assistance.

Yes, the SBGH252 accepts any 20mm lug width strap of certified quality. Milano Straps offers handcrafted straps customizable in alligator, vegetable-tanned calf, shell cordovan and other premium materials, all compatible with the case's 20mm spring bar pins. Compatibility is guaranteed by the universal spring bar system: there are no structural barriers, only aesthetic and functional choices.

A premium-quality leather strap (alligator, shell cordovan, vegetable-tanned calf) on a mechanical watch with daily wear has an average lifespan of 3-5 years before the fibre begins to yield. Factors influencing longevity include wearing frequency, moisture exposure, preventive care (periodic cleaning, conditioning with pH-neutral creams), tanning quality and leather thickness. Milano Straps straps, produced with selected leathers and hand-stitched, are subject to an 18-month warranty and may be renewed at the Casati Milano atelier with contained maintenance costs.