Strap for De Ville Prestige Co-Axial Master Chronometer Pointer Date 42 Stainless Steel / Yellow Gold / Green Sunburst / Bracelet

The lug width is 19 mm. This specification is critical to ensure compatibility: an 18 mm strap will not fit, and forcing a 20 mm strap may damage the case. Always verify with a digital caliper measured internally between the lugs.

High-end alligator is the ideal choice: its fine grain enhances the Sedna™ gold dial and the sophistication of the case. Excellent alternatives are horizontally-grained calf leather for a contemporary style, or burnished shell cordovan for a natural patina that evolves over time.

The strap change is performed by removing the spring bars that connect the strap to the case lugs. Use a dedicated tool (spring bar tool) to compress the spring and extract it, then insert the new strap's spring bar aligning it correctly. If you are unsure, entrust the task to a professional watchmaker.

Yes, provided the lug width is exactly 19 mm. Quality aftermarket artisanal straps often offer finishes and materials that rival or exceed original Omega straps, provided they are crafted by specialized ateliers with proven expertise.

A quality alligator or calf strap, worn daily, typically lasts 3–5 years before requiring replacement due to natural wear. Durability depends on frequency of use, maintenance care, and tanning method: vegetable tanning ages elegantly, while chrome tanning tends to oxidize more rapidly.