Strap for DolceVita 23 Quartz Stainless Steel / Blue

The lug width of the Longines DolceVita L5.512.4.90.2 is 17mm. This measurement represents the internal distance between the case lugs where the strap attaches. To verify it accurately, use a digital calliper positioned between the spring bar pins: tolerance must be precise to ensure perfect and secure fitment.

An alligator in beaver brown tone with fine grain texture complements the restrained elegance of the dial. Alternatively, vegetable-tanned calf leather offers daily robustness and develops noble patina over time. The choice depends on usage: premium leather for occasions, regenerated calf for daily wear with travel bags.

The strap is changed by removing the two spring bars—the pins that secure it to the case. Use a spring bar tool or a small flathead screwdriver to compress the internal spring of each pin, then extract the lug from the case. Proceed carefully to avoid scratching the case: the constructive wisdom of the DolceVita demands respect in this operation too.

Yes, any artisanal strap crafted with a 17mm lug width is compatible with the DolceVita L5.512.4.90.2, provided the width is respected with precision and the spring bars are of correct length (typically 18-20mm). Rely on specialist manufacturers who measure and inspect each creation.

A high-quality alligator or calf leather strap typically lasts 3-5 years with moderate daily use. Durability depends on usage intensity, ambient humidity, and periodic care. Leather aging is not deterioration but aesthetic evolution: the patina that forms over time enriches the character of both the strap and your DolceVita.