Strap for De Ville Prestige Co-Axial 39.5 Stainless Steel / Orbis / Bracelet

The lug width of the De Ville ref. 424.10.40.20.03.003 is 20 mm. This width should be verified by measuring the internal distance between the two spring bars of the case. Any strap with a width between 19.5 and 20 mm will be compatible.

For the De Ville 424.10.40.20.03.003 we recommend a medium brown alligator or fine-grained calf leather in cognac or dark bordeaux tones. These materials maintain the formality of the grey dial and age aesthetically over time. For durable daily wear, European calf offers greater longevity compared to alligator.

The strap is changed by extracting the two lateral spring bars using a dedicated tool (spring bar tool). Gently push toward the center of the case until the terminal is freed from the anchor hole, then remove the old strap and insert the new one by aligning the lug with the slots. This operation requires care and familiarity with small tools.

Any strap with a 20 mm lug width is physically compatible. We recommend choosing straps made from vegetable-tanned alligator, fine-grained calf leather or fluoroelastomer rubber. Avoid NATO straps as they impart an excessively casual atmosphere to this formal timepiece.

A high-quality alligator strap typically lasts 4-5 years of daily use. European calf, thanks to its longer and more resistant fibers, can last 6-8 years. Durability depends on ambient humidity, frequency of use and care: drying the strap after water contact and avoiding prolonged direct sunlight extend its lifespan.