Yes, it does have the new strap change system. My AD included a brown alligator strap and buckle. It is very easy to make the switch, but the bracelet gets the most wrist time.
Impulse buy, saw this in my AD's display case and could not resist. Panerai 279, all Ti. I can't keep it off my wrist and my other watches are being neglected now. I love the simple tobacco dial....