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Glashütte Original
Senator 100-02-25-05-06— lug 20mm

Glashütte Original Senator 100-02-25-05-06: 20mm strap. Alligator, box calf, shell cordovan and rubber, cut and stitched in Milano. Choose your leather.

Senator Perpetual Calendar Red Gold / Black / Rubber / Pin

Artisanal Note

"This model requires a precise 20mm lug width to preserve the original sartorial balance."

Technical Specifications

Glashütte Original 100-02-25-05-06
Lug Width
20 mm

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Reference

100-02-25-05-06

Movement

Glashütte Original caliber 100-02 Hours, Minutes, Seconds | Big Date, Day, Leap Year, Month | Moonphase | Alarm

The Heritage

The Senator is a Glashütte Original timepiece equipped with the in-house caliber 100-02 featuring perpetual calendar, moon phase, and alarm complications. The functions include hours, minutes, seconds, big date, day, month, leap year, and moon phase indication. The movement also offers an integrated mechanical alarm function.

FAQ

What is the lug width of the Glashütte Original Senator 100-02-25-05-06?

The lug width of the Glashütte Original Senator 100-02-25-05-06 is precisely 20mm. This measurement represents the internal space between the pins that secure the strap to the case. It is essential not to confuse lug width with strap thickness: the strap must have a total width of 20mm at the case attachment to ensure proper fit on the rose gold case.

Which strap is best suited for the Glashütte Original Senator 100-02-25-05-06?

The ideal strap for the Senator 100-02-25-05-06 in rose gold depends on intended use. For formal and dress wear, we recommend alligator or vegetable-tanned calf leather in dark brown, burgundy, or black. For more versatile and contemporary contexts, natural calf with vegetable patina offers elegance without rigidity. An FKM rubber strap represents a practical choice without sacrificing aesthetic authority. The deployante, if present, must match the rose gold case colour.

How do I change the strap on a 42mm watch with 20mm lugs?

Strap replacement requires attention to two critical details: first, use a dedicated spring bar tool to extract the connecting pins from the case. Never force with improvised tools. Position the watch on a soft surface to avoid scratching the rose gold. Gently extract the pin, allow the straps to separate, and insert the new strap ensuring the pin is completely seated. For a rose gold case, we recommend performing this operation wearing cotton gloves to avoid fingerprints on the surface.

Can I use an aftermarket 20mm strap on this Senator?

Yes, the Senator 100-02-25-05-06 accepts any well-crafted 20mm artisanal strap with solid construction and finishing consistent with the rose gold case. Milano Straps offers a specialised collection of compatible 20mm straps, crafted from premium leather with vegetable tanning, technical rubber, and NATO options. The important thing is to verify that the strap is correctly dimensioned and that the deployante, if present, has no sharp edges that could scratch the rose gold during wear.

How long does a leather strap last on a watch like the Senator 100-02-25-05-06?

Leather strap durability depends on usage and maintenance. A quality vegetable-tanned calf or alligator, with moderate wear and proper care, lasts approximately 3-5 years. If you wear the Senator daily in formal contexts, the strap may require replacement within 2-3 years. Premium leather develops a natural patina that increases aesthetic value over time. We recommend alternating the strap with other models to extend its life and applying a natural protectant every 6 months to preserve suppleness.