Strap for Aquis Date 43.5 Oceano Pulito con Umberto Pelizzari

The lug width of the Oris Aquis 01 733 7730 4105-Set is 20 mm. This measurement represents the internal distance between the case lugs where the strap attaches. It is an intermediate standard that reflects the proportional balance of the 43.50 mm diameter case.

The ideal strap depends on intended use. For elegance and versatility, we recommend alligator leather or vegetable-tanned calf with genuine depth that ages beautifully alongside the dial. For sports practicality, a satin NATO strap or vulcanised rubber strap maintains the Aquis' tool-watch aesthetic without compromising robustness.

The change occurs via small spring bar pins that pass through the lugs. Using a spring bar tool (sold separately or included in maintenance kits), compress the pins and extract the old strap. Insert the new strap by aligning the holes to the lugs, then allow the pins to return to their locked position. The operation takes minutes and requires no specialist tools.

Absolutely. The Oris Aquis 01 733 7730 4105-Set is compatible with any strap measuring 20 mm wide with standard thickness (approximately 3–4 mm). Artisanal leather straps or technical materials offer elegant and durable alternatives to original straps, often at lower cost.

A quality leather strap (alligatore, vegetable-tanned calf, or shell cordovan) lasts an average of 3–5 years with daily wear, accounting for maintenance and protection from prolonged immersion. Rubber and synthetic materials resist longer (5–8 years), though noble leathers develop patina and character over time, compensating for natural wear with aged elegance.