Strap for Artelier Complication 40.5 Stainless Steel / Black

The lug width of this reference is 21 mm, measured as the internal distance between parallel pins that accommodate the strap. This dimension is non-standard in contemporary watchmaking and requires straps specifically engineered for 21 mm lug widths. The ideal mechanical tolerance must remain within 0.5 mm to guarantee perfect fit without excessive play.

For this model we recommend primarily genuine alligator leather worked in vegetable tanning, which reflects the discrete refinement of the watch. Alternative options: dark vegetable-tanned calf leather with pronounced grain, or NATO in dense cotton-polyester weave. Satin rubber represents the modern option for semi-sport use whilst maintaining the formal elegance of the timepiece.

The Oris Artelier uses standard straight-pin lugs. Procedure: 1) obtain a spring bar tool or appropriate needle; 2) gently lift one of the parallel pins using the tool; 3) extract the strap; 4) insert the new strap by aligning holes with lugs; 5) snap the pin into position. Operate on a soft surface and verify that both pins are solidly locked.

Yes, provided the strap is specifically dimensioned for 21 mm lug widths. Customised artisanal straps guarantee perfect compatibility and permit material and chromatic choices unavailable in official catalogues. Always verify mechanical tolerance and the solidity of anchor pins before use.

An alligator or vegetable-tanned calf leather strap, with regular maintenance, offers a lifespan of 5-8 years under ordinary use conditions. Longevity depends on UV exposure, moisture contact, perspiration and frequency of wear. Well-maintained leather, nourished with specific conditioners twice yearly, retains elasticity and preserves original patina over time.