Strap for 1Tausend Automatic PVD Yellow - Leather strap

The lug width of the Limes Endurance U8787SW-LA2.5 is 22 mm. This measurement is specific to this model and ensures optimal proportions between the case and strap. To verify aftermarket strap compatibility, measure the internal distance between the lugs using a millimetre ruler.

We recommend straps in vegetable-tanned Tuscan leather for everyday durability, or alligator for saline environments. For technical diving, choose premium regenerated NATO or vulcanised rubber. Your choice depends on usage: terrestrial adventures require leather with visible patina development; marine immersion requires salt-resistant materials.

Remove the strap by extracting the spring bar from the lugs using a dedicated spring bar tool. Push the spring bar gently inward to unlock it, remove the old strap, align the new strap with the lug holes, then reinsert the spring bar until it clicks into place. Consult your watch manual for specific details regarding your spring bar mechanism.

Yes, any strap with a 22 mm lug width is mechanically compatible. However, build quality remains critical: avoid straps with fragile stitching, poor finishing, or inappropriately tanned leathers. On an instrument-focused watch like the Endurance, the strap is not merely aesthetic—it is a functional component of overall durability.

A vegetable-tanned Tuscan leather strap typically lasts 3–5 years with proper maintenance (monthly cleaning, drying after exposure to moisture, avoiding prolonged contact with fresh or salt water). Patina becomes part of its charm. Alligator and cordovan offer greater longevity (5–8 years), whilst NATO and rubber require replacement every 2–3 years due to mechanical wear.