Strap for Day-Date 1804

The lug width of the Rolex Day-Date 36 1804 Oxblood Stella is precisely 20 millimetres. This measurement is the standard specification for this generation of Day-Date 36 and ensures compatibility with all artisanal straps engineered for 20 mm lugs. To verify your watch's lug width, gently remove the existing strap and measure the internal distance between the lug attachments using a digital caliper for accuracy.

We recommend Swiss or Japanese alligator leather for the Day-Date 36 1804 Oxblood Stella, as its natural grain and evolving patina harmonise beautifully with the Oxblood dial and yellow gold case. Alternatively, Japanese shell cordovan offers compact fibre and natural lustre, or fine Swiss calf in burgundy, dark brown, or hazelnut tones. For daily wear, a cotton sateen NATO strap provides the versatility that contemporary horology embraces.

Strap replacement involves removing the two spring bars that connect the strap to the watch lugs. Use a non-abrasive tool—a small plastic lever or purpose-designed spring bar tool—to gently push the pins in the direction opposite to the case. Once extracted, the old strap detaches cleanly. Insert the new strap's pins (or reuse the originals if compatible) into the lugs and secure with equal pressure on both sides until final engagement.

Yes, any artisanal strap with a 20 millimetre lug width is fully compatible with the Day-Date 36 1804 Oxblood Stella. Our leather straps are manufactured to this exact specification and feature standardised attachments and spring bars. The choice between materials—alligator, calf, shell cordovan—remains purely aesthetic, guided by your personal preference for colour and texture.

An artisanal leather strap of quality, such as those supplied by Casati Milano, typically lasts 4 to 6 years with daily use and proper maintenance. Alligator and shell cordovan tend to endure longer due to their naturally robust fibre. The patina that develops over time—with subtle creasing and chromatic deepening—is part of leather's evolutionary beauty. Our warranty covers 18 months against manufacturing defects, independent of natural wear.