Strap for De Ville Prestige Co-Axial 39.5 Stainless Steel / Yellow Gold / Vintage Champagne Silk / Bracelet

The lug width of the Omega De Ville 424.20.40.20.08.001 is 20 mm. This measurement is the distance between the lugs (the horizontal pins) where the strap is inserted. It is essential to use 20 mm straps to avoid problems with lug passage or excessive lateral play.

For the De Ville 424.20.40.20.08.001, alligator is the most natural choice thanks to its regular grain that reflects the manufacturing precision of the watch. Alternatively, box calf offers good resistance and a smooth texture. Vegetable tanning ensures a patina that ages nobly, enriching the strap over time.

To change the strap, remove the lugs (the horizontal pins) using a dedicated lug remover or small screwdriver. Some De Ville models have Quick Link lugs that snap outward with slight pressure. Keep the lugs in a safe place and insert the new strap, ensuring that the ends fit perfectly before repositioning the lugs.

Yes, any strap with a 20 mm lug width is compatible with the Omega De Ville 424.20.40.20.08.001. Milanostraps offers a wide collection of handcrafted 20 mm straps customizable in leather, color and stitching, verified for optimal fit to Omega lugs.

A quality leather strap (alligator or calf with vegetable tanning) has an average lifespan of 5-7 years of moderate daily wear. Longevity depends on frequency of wear, personal perspiration, environmental humidity and maintenance. A metal bracelet, by contrast, requires only periodic cleaning and can last indefinitely, requiring movement battery changes over time.