Strap for DolceVita 23 Quartz Stainless Steel / MOP

The lug width is precisely 17 millimetres. This measurement is specific to the Longines DolceVita collection and is compatible exclusively with straps designed for this dimension. Always measure the lugs by removing the strap from the watch and measuring the distance between the two internal attachment points of the case using a calliper or digital ruler.

The choice depends on usage context and the dial colour of your model. For formal elegance, we recommend alligator in cigar brown or black; for sophisticated everyday wear, vegetable-tanned calf in cognac or dark brown; for outdoor use, grey or navy NATO. Shell cordovan in burgundy represents an ideal compromise between versatility and tactile character that ages beautifully over time.

Strap replacement requires delicate extraction of the spring bars that secure the strap to the lugs. Use a flat, non-cutting tool (spring bar tool) to compress the pin and slide it out of the lug, repeating the operation on the second side. Insert the new strap by aligning the holes with the lugs, then reinsert the pins until a click indicates secure locking. This is a delicate operation given the thinness of the case.

Yes, provided they strictly respect the 17-millimetre lug width. Custom artisanal straps offer superior quality compared to industrial standards and permit selection of premium materials (alligator, shell cordovan, vegetable-tanned calf). Always verify that the strap is manufactured with contained thickness, since the remarkably thin DolceVita case does not tolerate excessively substantial materials.

A quality leather strap, subject to ordinary wear (3–5 days per week), maintains functional integrity between 18 and 36 months. Determining factors include: tanning method (vegetable-tanned ages better than chromium-tanned), leather thickness, frequency of wear, climatic conditions, and maintenance. A quality deployment clasp protects the strap from repetitive stress and extends overall lifespan. Guaranteed artisanal straps from Milan saddleries offer additional protection.