Strap for Tradition Chronograph Stainless Steel / Grey / Bracelet

The lug width is 20 mm. This measurement represents the distance between the internal lugs of the 42 mm case. Any strap with a 20 mm internal passage is compatible without mechanical adjustment. Always measure precisely between the pin holes, not on the external case surface.

The Tradition is defined by restrained construction, sunburst silver dial, and minimalist 1970s language. Burgundy-brown shell cordovan enhances chromatic depth; black or medium-brown calf leather maintains formal coherence; navy-grey NATO introduces contemporary aesthetics; black rubber represents pure functionalism. Selection depends on use context: formal, casual, or mixed wear.

Use a spring bar tool or small flathead screwdriver. Position the watch with lugs facing upward, locate the small retention spring hole on the lateral pin, apply gentle downward pressure to compress the spring. The pin will slide out; repeat on the opposite side. Insert the new strap by aligning the passages to the pins and release the spring.

Yes, provided it is dimensioned at 20 mm lug width. Premium aftermarket artisanal straps (shell cordovan, vegetable-tanned calf, alligator) offer aesthetic possibilities that the official market does not always provide. Verify that the internal passage is exactly 20 mm to prevent lateral play.

A strap made with traditional tanning (vegetable or tan pit) lasts 3–5 years under moderate daily use. Shell cordovan, owing to its cellular density, reaches 7–10 years. Longevity depends on ambient humidity, frequency of wear, and periodic maintenance (cleaning, conditioning). Rubber and NATO easily exceed 5–7 years with minimal upkeep.