Strap for Artix GT Calobra Limited Edition II

The lug width of the 01 676 7661 4494-Set LS model is 22mm. This measurement represents the internal distance between the two spring bars that attach the strap to the case. The spring bars have a standard diameter (typically 1.5mm), ensuring compatibility with all modern artisanal straps of this width. It is important to measure from the internal edge to the internal edge of the spring bars to verify the exact lug width.

For this sports chronograph, we recommend a strap in full-grain calf leather with traditional Tuscan vegetable tanning. The natural texture dialogues elegantly with the ceramic bezel and steel case. Alternatively, genuine alligator offers luxury and durability, whilst a NATO strap in robust cotton maintains the instrumental soul of the model. Your choice depends on usage context: leather for elegance, alligator for formality, NATO for sporting practicality.

To change the strap, you will need a spring bar removal tool or a small specialised lever. Locate the first spring bar from the case, insert the tip of the lever into the small hole at the ends of the existing lug to release the spring bar, then extract the old strap. Insert the new leather or fabric strap and reinsert the spring bar until it clicks into place. Repeat this operation on the other side of the case. If you do not have tools, a professional watchmaker can perform this operation in just a few minutes.

Yes, absolutely. Any artisanal strap with a 22mm lug width is compatible with the 01 676 7661 4494-Set LS model, as the spring bars have a standard diameter. Ensure that the lug of the new strap is at least 22mm in the internal positions where it rests on the case. Italian artisanal straps offer superior quality to OEM straps, with more prestigious leather and finishes customisable according to your aesthetic taste.

A full-grain leather strap with vegetable tanning has an average lifespan of 3-5 years with moderate daily use. Alligator, being more resistant to cracking, lasts 5-8 years. Longevity depends on exposure to moisture, sunlight and frequency of use. A leather strap showing visible signs of wear (cracks, tears) should be replaced to prevent the chronograph from falling from your wrist. The natural ageing of patina is desirable; structural deterioration is the real limit of use.