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Watch Edition MKL52LL

Apple Watch Edition MKL52LL: strap made to measure on the watch at the Casati Milano atelier, by appointment.

Watch Edition 38mm

Technical Specifications

Apple MKL52LL
Reference

MKL52LL

Movement

Apple caliber Apple Watch Hours, Minutes, Seconds, World Time | Date, Day, Month, Perpetual Calendar, Week Indicator, Year Indicator | Chronograph | Moonphase, Sun position / rising time | Alarm | Smartwatch

The Heritage

The Apple Watch Edition was introduced in 2015 as the premium version of the Apple smartwatch line. It features the Apple Watch caliber with multiple digital functions including chronograph, perpetual calendar, moon phases, and alarm. The device integrates health monitoring sensors and wireless connectivity for smart applications.
Made to Measure

The strap for this watch is made to measure

On the Apple Watch Edition the bracelet is drawn as part of the case: no catalogue strap will fit. In the atelier we take the measurements on the watch itself and build the strap on the piece — that is the work of Casati Milano.

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FAQ

Can a standard strap be fitted to the Apple Watch Edition MKL52LL?

No, because the strap attachment on this model is proprietary and an integral part of the case design, incompatible with standard spring bar systems. However, a custom-made strap can be constructed specifically for your MKL52LL by <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a>, crafted with sartorial precision to integrate seamlessly with the unique geometry of your watch.

How is the custom strap created for this model?

The <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a> atelier receives you by appointment and performs precise measurements of your watch's proprietary attachment, recording specifications, angles, and construction tolerances. The strap is then entirely handcrafted piece by piece around your specific MKL52LL, ensuring millimetric integration that appears as though it were always part of the watch.

Which leather best complements the character of the Apple Watch Edition MKL52LL?

Given the model's hybrid modern-classical nature, refined leathers such as crocodile or alligator, with fine texture and regular grain, enhance the ceramic white case and 18k gold without competing with the dial. Traditional leather, which patinas beautifully, and nubuck in neutral tones also create extraordinary aesthetic and functional contrasts with the smartwatch's character.

How long will a strap made by Casati Milano last?

A handcrafted strap made from superior materials lasts for years with ordinary maintenance. Natural leather ages gracefully, developing a patina that narrates your watch's story. The atelier provides care guidelines: periodic cleaning, protection from standing water, and occasional rest allow a well-made strap to accompany your Apple Watch Edition for many years.

Why does the 2015 Apple Watch Edition MKL52LL still deserve a custom strap today?

Because it represents a masterpiece of technological experimentation in luxury: the ceramic white case and 18k gold are not stylistic compromises, but a genuine declaration of intent regarding the identity of the intelligent watch as a true object of desire. A custom strap elevates this proposition further, transforming a premium smartwatch into a truly personal and timeless instrument.