Did you buy the Royal Pop but can't wear it? Here is the solution

You managed to get your hands on an AP × Swatch Royal Pop. You waited in line, beat the competition, maybe even paid the secondary market price. And then you open the box and discover something no one told you clearly: the Royal Pop is a pocket watch. There’s a leather cord in the box. Period.

No strap. No way to wear it on your wrist. One of the most coveted watches of recent years stays in your pocket, while you want it on you, every day, where everyone can see it.

The problem: a collector's item you can't enjoy

The Royal Pop captures all the charm of the Royal Oak—the octagonal case, the eight screws, the tapisserie dial—but in a format that, out of the box, doesn't go on your wrist. You can hang it around your neck with the cord, keep it in your pocket, or rest it on your desk with the stand. Everything except what most people really want to do with a watch: wear it on their wrist.

The result? A significant purchase that ends up in a drawer. You take it out for photos, you show it to friends, but in everyday life, it stays there. A shame for an object like this.

The (wrong) DIY temptation

At this point, some people think about modifying the watch themselves. This is the worst path. Tinkering with the Bioceramic case means risking scratches, damage, or permanent compromise—and for a piece as rare and expensive as the Royal Pop, it's a gamble not worth taking. Once modified, there's no going back, and any collector's value vanishes.

The good news is that you don't have to. There is a solution specifically designed for this that doesn't touch the watch at all.

The solution: a custom strap, mounted in seconds

A strap dedicated to the Royal Pop solves the problem cleanly and immediately. It attaches to the 40mm case with a mounting system designed to the exact geometry of the watch: you remove the case from the original cord, insert it into the strap, and that’s it. In a few seconds, your pocket watch becomes a wristwatch.

No tools. No glue. No modifications. And above all, it's completely reversible: whenever you want, you detach the case and return the Royal Pop to its original configuration, without a trace. The watch remains exactly as it was, with all its value intact.

It's the difference between owning a Royal Pop and truly enjoying it.

Silicone or bioceramic: choose how to wear it

Our Royal Pop straps come in two versions. The silicone one is lightweight, water-resistant, and perfect for daily and sporty use, starting at €49.95. The bioceramic one captures the same texture as the Royal Pop case, with a steel buckle, for an integrated and elegant look. Both are available for all eight colorways in the collection.

Just one thing to check before ordering: does your Royal Pop have the crown at 12 o'clock (Lépine models) or at 3 o'clock (Lan Ba and OTG Roz models, Savonnette style)? Choose the strap corresponding to your configuration and you're all set.

Buy today, with the peace of mind you deserve

We know you're putting an accessory on a watch you care about. That's why every Royal Pop Labs strap is covered by a warranty and a return policy: if you're not satisfied, you're protected. And shipping is free throughout the European Union, with no surprises at checkout and no customs fees.

Your Royal Pop was born to be worn. It's time to put it on your wrist.

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Stop keeping one of the most beautiful watches of the moment in your pocket. Choose your strap, mount it in seconds, and wear your Royal Pop today — with free EU shipping and guaranteed returns.