Strap for Legacy Machine N°1 LM1 Platinum

The MB&F Legacy Machines 01.PL.W features a 20mm lug width. This measurement is consistent across the Legacy Machines family and ensures the correct visual proportions between the 44mm case diameter and the overall architecture of the timepiece. Always verify that your strap is compatible with this measurement before purchasing.

For the 01.PL.W in platinum, we recommend a black alligator with satin patina or calf leather with vegetable tanning in caramel or dark brown tones. These materials amplify the minimalist elegance of the case without visually competing with the exposed mechanics. For more casual contexts, a cotton NATO or grey FKM rubber are equally valid options. Avoid oversized straps or synthetic leather.

The procedure is identical to any watch with traditional lugs: use a spring bar tool to insert the small pin from beneath the lug, gently lift, and slide the strap out of the passant. Reverse the operation for the new strap, ensuring the passants enter completely into the lug seats without force. The 01.PL.W, being a symmetrical case, has no privileged directions.

Yes, any properly constructed 20mm strap—with passants of 2.0mm thickness—is fully compatible with the 01.PL.W. There are no proprietary features on the MB&F lugs. However, we recommend choosing quality straps (certified leather, precise finishing) to honour the level of refinement of the timepiece.

A quality leather strap—alligator, calf, shell cordovan—on a watch worn 4-5 days a week has an average lifespan of 4-6 years before replacement is necessary. Durability depends on the tanning method (vegetable tanning ages well), frequency of wear, and exposure to moisture or perspiration. Vegetable-tanned leather, whilst requiring maintenance, develops a patina that improves over time. FKM rubber resists longer (7-10 years) but does not evolve aesthetically.