Strap for De Ville Prestige Co-Axial 36.8 Stainless Steel / Red Gold / Vintage Brown / Bracelet

The Omega De Ville 424.20.37.20.13.001 has a lug width of 19mm, which is the distance between the pins that house the strap terminals. This dimension is strictly required to ensure a precise fit and prevent stress on the case. Exact measurement from inner edge to inner edge, perpendicular to the pins.

The finest aesthetic pairing for the two-tone red gold and stainless steel is dark brown alligator (walnut tone) or burgundy shell cordovan. These materials respect the dialogue between the nobility of gold and the practicality of steel, avoiding NATO or rubber straps that would neutralize the elegant identity of the De Ville.

Position the watch on a stable support face down. Locate the two lateral pins on the lugs. With a springbar tool (two-ended implement), insert the thinner tip into the lateral drainage hole, press gently to compress the internal spring of the pin, and extract the worn strap. Repeat on the other side. Install the new strap by pushing the pin first on one side, then ensuring both terminals are secure.

Yes, provided the strap is certified 19mm lug width and equipped with terminals compatible with the diameter of Omega pins (typically 1.8mm). Avoid generic straps without specific compatibility certification: the risk is an imprecise fit that compromises the case. MilanoStraps supplies straps verified and tested for this reference.

Durability depends on the material and daily use. A quality alligator strap, worn regularly, resists for 4-7 years before requiring replacement. Shell cordovan, more resistant, lasts beyond 10 years. Vegetable-tanned calf, less durable, rarely exceeds 3-4 years of intensive use. Regular maintenance (cleaning, occasional conditioning) significantly extends useful life.