Strap for Turbine

The Perrelet Turbine A1064/3 features a lug width of 20 millimetres. This parameter is essential for selecting compatible straps: it represents the internal distance between the two lugs of the case. Once you have verified the 20-millimetre measurement, any strap of the same width is mountable without mechanical adjustments. We recommend using a digital calliper positioned internally between the lugs for the most accurate measurement.

The choice depends on intended use. For formal occasions, an alligator strap with vegetable tanning and a stainless-steel deployante clasp offers timeless elegance and a patina that improves over the years. For a sporting approach, a cotton-weight NATO or vulcanised rubber solution maintains daily versatility. A gummed calf leather represents the ideal compromise between sophistication and practicality, suitable for mixed contexts without frequent changes.

The strap is removed by acting on the spring bars (lugs) that connect the strap to the case. Using a small lever (spring bar tool), compress the internal spring of the lug slightly to create sufficient space to extract the bar. Once both bars are released, the old strap detaches. Installation of the new strap proceeds in reverse: position the bars in the holes of the new strap's lug and allow the spring to snap once lever pressure is released. The operation takes a few minutes and requires no specialised tools.

Yes. Any strap with a 20-millimetre lug width is mechanically compatible with the A1064/3. There is no 'official' certification for aftermarket solutions, but standard 20-millimetre spring bars adapt to any conforming strap. Milano Straps offers a carefully curated selection of 20mm straps in leather, NATO, and rubber, each tested for compatibility and superior build quality, guaranteeing performance identical to genuine Perrelet straps.

A quality leather strap (alligator or vegetable-tanned calf) mounted on a regularly worn watch has an average lifespan of 5–7 years before replacement is required. Wear depends on usage intensity, exposure to humid environments, and maintenance. A vulcanised rubber strap, less subject to biological degradation, may last 8–10 years. The patina developed by natural leathers is an aesthetic asset; structural deterioration (cracks, stitching breaks) signals the opportune moment for replacement.