Strap for Artix GT Date Stainless Steel - Ceramic / White / Bracelet

The lug width is 18 mm. This measurement is standard in the vintage-contemporary segment and allows broad compatibility with aftermarket straps. To verify correct measurement, position a ruler between the two lateral lug pins of the case, not on the outer shoulders, with a tolerance of ±0.2 mm.

For formal wear, we recommend vegetable-tanned alligator or premium calf leather, which enhance the aesthetic dignity of the black ceramic. For sporting contexts, a nylon NATO or structured FKM rubber maintains coherence with the motorsport design. Selection depends on wrist size and frequency of use.

Strap replacement is performed by extracting the lug pins (spring bars) using a dedicated tool, available in kits. Position the watch on a cloth, gently push the pin towards the case to disengage the strap, then insert the new one. Operation takes approximately 30 seconds per side.

All straps with an 18 mm lug width are compatible. Milano Straps offers curated selections in alligator, shell cordovan, calf, NATO, and rubber, ensuring construction quality and finishes that enhance the timepiece. Always verify that the strap has adequate thickness for the lugs.

A quality leather strap, with vegetable tanning, lasts 3-5 years with regular maintenance (periodic cleaning, avoiding prolonged immersion, allowing natural drying). Alligator ages more slowly than calf. FKM rubber straps have superior longevity, 5-7 years, if protected from direct UV rays.