Strap for Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Co-Axial 42 Mécanique 20 Sapphires / Short Strap

The lug width of the 2913.50.48 model is 20mm. This width is specific to the 42mm case diameter and is compatible with all standard 20mm straps. To verify the correct measurement, measure the space between the two lugs on the case using a ruler: the 20mm refers to the metal bar, not the visible space on the side.

For the 2913.50.48 in stainless steel and white gold, we recommend a toasted or cognac alligator: the natural grain enhances the bicolor design without competing. Alligator develops a rich patina over time, ideal for an instrument of this caliber. An elegant alternative is vegetable-tanned calf leather in sand color. Avoid entirely dark straps: this model requires lighter tones than the case to enhance the white gold.

Remove the spring bar using a specific dual-ended tool: insert it into the small space between the lug and the strap, near the spring, and push outward gently. The spring will compress and the bar can be extracted. Repeat on the opposite lug. Avoid forcing with screwdrivers or improvised tools to prevent scratching the case or deforming the spring. After removal, clean any sediment under the lugs with a dry cloth.

All standard 20mm straps are mechanically compatible with the 2913.50.48, whether aftermarket or genuine Omega. Artisanal alligator or calf leather straps from milanostraps.it are compatible and offer superior construction quality compared to Omega rubber straps. The choice depends on context and personal taste: genuine Omega straps guarantee brand certainty, bespoke straps offer customization, natural leather, and lasting value.

A high-quality alligator or vegetable-tanned calf leather strap lasts an average of 5-7 years if subjected to daily wear on a 42mm sports watch. Durability depends on climate, perspiration, frequency of replacement, and maintenance. Alligator, being denser, resists better than calf. Signs of wear (edge flexing, possible minor scuffing) do not compromise functionality. Casati Milano offers regeneration services and spring bar replacement after 4 years of use, extending the life of the strap.