Strap for Tartaruga Scuba Diver GMT Stainless Steel / Blue / Rubber

The lug width of the Ligure Tartaruga LWT21002 is 22mm. This measurement is critical for purchasing compatible aftermarket straps. The lug width represents the external distance between the two metal lugs (spring bar pins) upon which the strap is fitted. To verify personally, position a ruler or digital calliper between the two lugs: the measurement you obtain must be exactly 22 millimetres.

For the LWT21002, we recommend vegetable-tanned leather sourced from Tuscany for daily elegance, alligator for formal occasions, and technical NATO webbing for marine or sports contexts. Your choice should reflect intended use: vegetable-tanned leather develops natural patina over time; alligator offers geometric texture and exceptional durability; NATO guarantees rapid drying and salt-water resistance. All our 22mm straps are ready for immediate installation on your timepiece.

Strap replacement requires a specific tool: the spring bar tool (or strap removal tool). Position yourself at the first lug, insert the pointed tip of the spring bar tool into the small hole situated beneath the lug, apply gentle pressure to retract the internal spring mechanism, and extract the pin. Repeat the operation on the opposite lug. Verify that the metal lugs remain intact. For installation of the new strap, reverse the process: insert each pin through the eyelet holes of the new strap and ensure the springs engage correctly in position. If uncertain, contact us for assistance.

Absolutely yes. The Ligure Tartaruga LWT21002 features standard 22mm lugs, compatible with any strap of identical width. Artisanal straps from milanostraps.it, handcrafted in Italy, offer superior construction quality and carefully selected materials. Compatibility is guaranteed: simply verify that your chosen strap is dimensioned for 22mm lug width.

A vegetable-tanned leather strap typically lasts 3-5 years with daily wear, depending upon UV exposure, humidity, and frequency of use. Vegetable-tanned leather, unlike synthetic alternatives, does not deteriorate abruptly but rather acquires patina over time, developing chromatic depth. Leather is a living material: if worn sporadically or protected from direct sunlight, the strap maintains structural integrity well beyond five years. We recommend periodic treatments with natural oils to maintain suppleness and elasticity.