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Avenger A1733010.C801.145S— lug 22mm

Breitling Avenger A1733010.C801.145S: 22mm strap. Alligator, box calf, shell cordovan and rubber, cut and stitched in Milano. Choose your leather.

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Artisanal Note

"This model requires a precise 22mm lug width to preserve the original sartorial balance."

Technical Specifications

Breitling A1733010.C801.145S
Lug Width
22 mm

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Reference

A1733010.C801.145S

Movement

Breitling caliber Caliber 17 Hours, Minutes, Seconds | Date

The Heritage

The Avenger represents Breitling's line of professional and military sports watches. The model is equipped with the Breitling 17 caliber with hour, minute, second and date indicators. The reference A1733010.C801.145S identifies this specific configuration of the Avenger collection.

FAQ

What is the lug width of the Breitling Avenger A1733010.C801.145S?

The Breitling Avenger A1733010.C801.145S has a lug width of 22mm. This measurement is taken with a digital calliper positioned internally between the two lugs, flush against the case. A 22mm lug width is standard across the large-format Avenger range and ensures a broad compatibility with aftermarket straps.

What is the best strap for the Breitling Avenger A1733010.C801.145S?

The ideal choice depends on the intended context. For a formal-sports register, alligator leather with a pronounced grain complements the angular case architecture. For intensive daily wear, vegetable-tanned calfskin develops an authentic patina over time. For marine or extreme sport environments, vulcanised rubber maintains technical consistency with the original design. Ballistic nylon NATO straps directly reference the military heritage of the Avenger line.

How do you change the strap on a Breitling Avenger A1733010.C801.145S?

Strap replacement requires a spring bar tool with a fine tip. Insert the tip into the lateral slot of the spring bar, compress and slide the strap free. This is a reversible and repeatable operation that carries no risk to the case if performed carefully. Standard or aftermarket 22mm spring bars are compatible. If in doubt, the operation can be carried out by a watchmaker or at the Casati Milano atelier.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breitling Avenger A1733010.C801.145S?

Yes. Any strap with a 22mm attachment and standard length (120/75mm, or 105/65mm for slimmer wrists) is technically compatible with this reference. milanostraps.it offers a curated selection of handcrafted straps in various materials, purpose-made for 22mm lug width, available with a buckle or deployant clasp in steel or black PVD to maintain aesthetic coherence with the original case.

How long does a leather strap last on a Breitling Avenger A1733010.C801.145S?

Longevity depends on the material and maintenance regime. A quality vegetable-tanned calfskin strap, with daily use and proper care (avoiding prolonged moisture, applying leather conditioner every 2–3 months), has an average lifespan of 2–4 years. Alligator leather, owing to the dense structure of its scales, tends to last longer whilst retaining its original shape. Shell cordovan offers the highest resistance to deformation over time. Casati Milano straps carry an 18-month guarantee against manufacturing defects.