Strap for Artelier Date Diamonds 31 Stainless Steel - Diamond / MOP

The lug width is 14mm. It is measured from the interior of one lug tube to the other. This specification is essential for ordering a compatible strap and ensuring harmonious proportions on the 31mm case. You can verify it easily with a digital calliper.

The choice depends on usage and aesthetic preference. Alligator is the most elegant and formal option, with regular grain that enhances the minimalist character. Calf leather with vegetable tanning develops a magnificent patina. NATO straps offer practical everyday versatility. FKM rubber is ideal for those seeking versatility between formal and informal environments.

To change the strap on a 31mm Artelier with 14mm lugs, use a quality steel spring bar tool (available on Milano Straps). Insert the tool into the small hole at the base of the lug to lever and remove the pin. Once the old strap is extracted, align the new one and reinsert the pin carefully, ensuring it is completely secured.

Yes, provided it has a 14mm lug width. Milano Straps offers artisanal straps with this specification, crafted in alligator, calf, shell cordovan, nylon and rubber. Each piece is created with bespoke construction and shipped ready for installation. Always verify the lug width before ordering.

A quality leather strap (alligator, vegetable-tanned calf, shell cordovan) lasts 5-10 years with ordinary maintenance. Durability depends on daily usage, moisture exposure and upkeep. A vegetable-tanned calf strap develops an increasingly rich patina over time, improving aesthetically through the years. FKM rubber, more durable in harsh environments, has a lifespan of approximately 7-15 years.