Longines · DolceVita
Strap for Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0
The DolceVita 26 Quartz Gold takes 20 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.
Lug width
What I'm asked about the Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0
What strap size does the Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0 take?
The Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0 needs 20 mm between the lugs, usually 16 mm at the buckle. It's the size I've been fitting on it for years.
Can the strap on the Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0 be changed?
Yes. It has spring bars between the lugs: with the right tool the strap comes off in a minute. If you'd rather not risk a scratch, I do it in the workshop.
Can I put a leather strap on the Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0?
Yes, in 20 mm leather. On a 26 mm dress watch alligator is the natural choice: thin, elegant, what it was born for.
Which strap do you recommend for the Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0?
A thin 20 mm alligator. You'll find it ready in the 20 mm collection. If you'd rather have something built on your wrist, the Casati atelier.
Straps for the DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0
Selected for the 20 mm lug width · workshop selection
Hammered Calfskin Watch Strap Green with Ecru Stitching€98
Hammered Yellow Strap with Ecru Stitching€98
Black Calfskin Rally Watch Strap – Handmade in Milan★ 5 · 2€110
Red Suede Strap with Stitching — Milano Straps€90
Grand Cavalier Military Brown Leather Strap★ 4.8 · 5€120
The DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0, seen from the bench
Frequently asked questions
Is the Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0 compatible with aftermarket 20 mm straps?
Yes, the L5.655.6.16.0 is fully compatible with any aftermarket 20 mm strap, provided the width is exactly 20 mm. Milano Straps offers a curated selection of 20 mm straps ready for shipment, customisable in width, colour, initials, and thread. You may also commission a custom strap from the Casati Milano atelier with direct consultation and 18-month warranty.
How long does a leather strap last on the Longines DolceVita L5.655.6.16.0?
The lifespan of a leather strap depends on material choice, daily use, and maintenance. A high-quality alligator or calf strap can last 3 to 7 years with proper care (periodic cleaning, protection from standing water). Vegetable-tanned leather develops a natural protective patina that extends durability. Natural rubber offers superior longevity, typically 5 to 10 years. The Casati Milano atelier guarantees 18 months on artisanal construction.
The next step
The right strap isn't chosen. It is built, together.
From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.
Request an appointment →Casati Milano · Via XX Settembre 15, Milan · by appointment only
The atelier's website: casatimilano.com
