Strap for Aquanaut Luce Minute Repeater Rose Gold - Rainbow / Baguette

The lug system is an integral part of the case design: its proprietary geometry rules out standard straight-bar straps. A strap is entirely possible, but it must be built to measure directly on the watch. This is precisely the work carried out by <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a>, where the lug dimensions are recorded on the watch itself before the piece is crafted by hand.

Everything begins with an appointment at the Casati Milano atelier, where the craftsman examines the case in person and records the exact lug measurements. Based on these real dimensions — and the client's aesthetic preferences — a strap is designed and hand-built specifically for that watch. No standard sizing is used: every stage, from cutting the leather to burnishing the edges, is carried out by hand.

Vegetable-tanned calf in warm tones — tobacco, cognac, honey — pairs naturally with the warm reflections of rose gold and develops a patina over time that enhances rather than diminishes the piece. For those seeking greater character, alligator in bayou grain with a matte finish complements the grenade dial texture without overwhelming it. High-quality rubber with a discreet embossing remains the choice for those wishing to preserve the Aquanaut's versatile spirit.

A strap built from selected leathers and finished by hand can accompany the watch for many years, provided it is cared for with appropriate products and kept away from moisture and direct heat. Vegetable-tanned leather in particular improves with wear: the patina that develops over time is an expression of the piece's character, not a sign of deterioration. Longevity also depends on frequency of use and environmental conditions.

The presence of the calibre R 27 with minute repeater places it in a separate category from three-hand or standard-complication Aquanaut models: it is a grand acoustic complication, among the most technically demanding in watchmaking. Integrating it into a case with a sporting profile — rather than a classical Calatrava — is a deliberate conceptual choice that deepens the meaning of the model without betraying its visual identity.