What is the lug width and how do I measure it?

Categories: FAQs

Date: November 18, 2014

By: Tim Vaux

Helpful instructions on how to find the lug width of your watch, take a look.

The 'lug width' is simply the internal width measured between the lugs (where the watch strap fits) of the watch.

If you're looking to buy a replacement watch strap for your watch, it's important you know this information first so you can ensure the watch strap fits your watch.

Find a high-quality replacement watch strap to fit your watch perfectly here!

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It's always best to check this size before you purchase a replacement watch strap, you can then view the correct sizes available for your watch on our website.

Inaccurate readings by just a few millimetres could lead to your strap having a loose fitting or either not fitting at all. It is best to use a pair of calipers (vernier) or a ruler (a tape measure is not advised) and please note it is the internal dimension you need.

You may like to check you watch details on the online database called WatchBase it is a useful website for finding the full details of your watch.

We have also put together a helpful video to show you how to take measurements.

Once you know this size we have a great page that enables you to view all of our watch straps in this size.

Please do contact us if you need some help selecting the correct strap for your watch.

Author: Tim Vaux

I don't think I can remember a time in my life when I didn't like watches. I’m guided by constantly developing and learning new skills before applying them to my work here at WatchGecko. I work hard to always treat people as I’d want to be treated which I believe is one of our strongest qualities as a team of watch enthusiasts.

53 Comments

John Hurst

December 13, 2017 at 1:38 pm
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I am looking for a 'Mesh' rose gold watch strap but it does need to be 28mm width to fit my Rotary watch,
I hope you can help.
Regards
John Hurst
1. Jon Quinn
  
  December 13, 2017 at 1:44 pm
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  Hi, thanks for the question.
  Unfortunately we don't have any 28mm mesh straps.
  But please can you get in touch (quoting your watch model number) via the contact page and we'll try and help you.... https://www.watchgecko.com/contacts/
Fred

December 24, 2017 at 12:06 pm
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Hello,
I measured the inner lugs and it’s precisely 20mm. Should I look at 19mm or 20mm straps?
Thanks.
1. Jon Quinn
  
  December 24, 2017 at 7:56 pm
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  Hi Fred, please go for the 20mm straps as 19mm will be too narrow.
Michael Basra

December 26, 2017 at 12:59 pm
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I don't like how narrow my current Tissot strap is (19/18mm) however the outer diameter of the lugs is 24mm. If I ordered a 24mm watch strap would you be able to notch it to fit 19mm lugs, or would I need to find a watchmaker/repairer/jeweller to do this?
Thanks.
1. Jon Quinn
  
  December 26, 2017 at 3:53 pm
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  Hi Michael, thanks for the message. I'm sorry, we would be unable to modify the strap for you, so you would have to get a local watch repair shop to do this for you. Or an alternative would be for you to try and get a replacement original strap.
TB

January 17, 2018 at 4:28 pm
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Hello
i'm interested by your strap, especially in suede or nubuck leather ; but there are in 120/80 mm length and I need 115/75 mm length. Is it possible ?
Best regards and excuse me for my bad english.
1. Jon Quinn
  
  January 27, 2018 at 4:36 pm
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  Hi, thanks for the message. Sorry, at the moment we only have the longer length available in the suede range.
Mehmet

January 21, 2018 at 6:19 pm
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Bonjour les pattes intérieures de ma montre mesure exactement 21mm. Dois-je regarder des sangles de 22mm ou 20mm? Merci
1. Jon Quinn
  
  January 27, 2018 at 4:35 pm
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  We would always advise you to go for the exact size if you can. If you write to our customer service email address with some more details of your watch we would be happy to assist you further.
Baxter

January 24, 2018 at 8:14 pm
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Hi, my watch has a 22mm lug but I purchased a 20mm mesh strap from you.

Should I have purchased a 22mm?

The 20mm has slight movement but I think if I took the 22mm it might not fit.

Great Strap
1. Jon Quinn
  
  January 27, 2018 at 4:34 pm
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  It sounds like the 22mm would be the right one. If 22mm is the measurement inside the lugs of your watch then yes, that is the right size to go for.
Stephen Boardman

January 30, 2018 at 9:31 am
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Hi,

I'm looking for a replacement strap in black leather for my Calibre 8 GMT, I'm not sure of the size required but the strap looks the same as the CARRERA CLASSIC CROC.

Thanks for your help in advance.

Regards,

Stephen...
1. Tim Vaux
  
  January 30, 2018 at 11:05 am
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  Hi Stephen,
  
  Thanks for your comment.
  
  The best thing to do is to email us with more info on your watch including the model number and we can look into this further for you.
matt cathell

February 6, 2018 at 2:11 am
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What size is the Omega Speedmaster professional man on the moon?
1. Tim Vaux
  
  February 8, 2018 at 2:21 pm
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  Hi Matt,
  
  The Omega Speedmaster Professional has a 20mm lug width.
  
  Regards,
  
  Tim
Adam Holley

February 7, 2018 at 6:21 pm
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What grade of steel do you use for the mesh straps? I am looking to buy a nice mesh strap for my Apple Watch and I really like the thicker heavier material. The adapter I have fits a 24mm lug.
Conrad Pfahler

February 14, 2018 at 8:55 pm
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Hi, I have a Cat racing watch model R1141 which might be 15 or 20 years old. The plastic strap has finally given up so will need replacing. The inner width is 20mm however for some reason the two small watch repair outlets tell me they can't help as they don't have a contract to supply Cat straps. Is there anything that you could recommend please?
John king

March 15, 2018 at 4:08 pm
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I am looking to purchase ostrich strap at 22mm, is the strap end 18mm?
1. Tim Vaux
  
  June 29, 2018 at 9:08 am
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  Hello John,
  
  Yes the strap tapers 4mm down to the buckle.
  
  Tim
Thomas

April 26, 2018 at 8:05 pm
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Hello.
I am interested in the Grand Seiko SBGJ227 "Peacock" and would like which band size I can get if I want to save the original bracelet.
Thanks
TH
1. Tim Vaux
  
  June 29, 2018 at 8:50 am
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  Hi Thomas,
  
  Could you send us an email and we can assist you further?
  
  (Nice watch by the way!)
  
  Tim
Agostino

May 9, 2018 at 9:09 pm
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Hello
I kindly want to know where I can find the width of each strap at the buckle.

The reason is that I want to use my own buckles,,,
Thanks
Regards
Agostino
1. Tim Vaux
  
  June 29, 2018 at 8:49 am
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  Hi Agostino,
  
  If you cannot see this info on the listing please drop us an email and we can look into this for you.
  
  Tim
David

July 3, 2018 at 2:02 am
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My wrist size is approximately 16cm I want to know if your NATO 300mm would be too long for my wrist? If so can I order a custom shorter NATO strap. My watch is 19mm strap, not very many choices to shoose from. Thank you,

David
1. Tim Vaux
  
  August 10, 2018 at 2:53 pm
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  Unfortunately, we don't offer a custom strap service, However, our standard NATOs should fit on one of the last holes.
  
  Many Thanks,
  
  Tim
Raciel

July 18, 2018 at 4:09 pm
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Good afternoon:
I'm looking for a size 16 mm in blue of this same material, that is, leather and denim. It's possible??
1. Tim Vaux
  
  August 10, 2018 at 2:22 pm
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  Hello,
  
  Unfortunately, the closest strap we offer is our Canvas Denim:
  
  https://www.watchgecko.com/canvas-denim-vintage-italian-leather-watch-strap.php
  
  Tim
Kimmo

August 24, 2018 at 1:06 pm
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Hi,
my Oris has a lug width of 21 mm. Would I be able to squeeze in a 22 mm shark mesh strap?
1. Tim Vaux
  
  September 5, 2018 at 11:47 am
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  You likely could squeeze a 22mm into a 21mm lug, the Shark Mesh is quite pliable around the lugs.
  
  Regards,
  
  Tim
Will Beney

September 19, 2018 at 4:41 pm
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I have a DateJust 41. I have read in various places that the lug width is 20 or 21 mm. Can you provide me with a definitive answer? I am worried about getting a 20mm strap and finding that it's too small.
1. Tim Vaux
  
  October 8, 2018 at 12:18 pm
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  Hi Will,
  
  It looks like you will need to go for a 21mm strap.
  
  However if you find once the strap arrives you need to return it that's not a problem, just drop us an email and we'd be happy to help!
Temi

September 22, 2018 at 9:26 am
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Hi there please what size would i need for an Omega Seamaster Diver 300M case size 41mm
1. Tim Vaux
  
  October 8, 2018 at 12:14 pm
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  Hi,
  
  It looks like you will need a 20mm strap, here's a link to our range:
  
  https://www.watchgecko.com/lug-width/20mm-watch-straps
  
  Tim
Daisy Coluc

September 28, 2018 at 2:30 am
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I don't see many choices for 23mm lug. I have a Guess WaterPro and was hoping for rubber. Any advice?
1. Tim Vaux
  
  October 8, 2018 at 12:10 pm
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  Hi,
  
  We're working on expanding our odd sizes range in the future.
  
  However, for now, you may find some success with squeezing a 24mm strap in the 23mm lug width.
  
  Here's our 24mm range:
  
  https://www.watchgecko.com/handmade-ostrich-leg-by-geckota.php
  
  Tim
Neil Pidgeon

October 4, 2018 at 12:20 pm
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Hi guys, I'm looking to get a leather strap that has the correct fitment for a Tudor Black Bay steel (with the 18mm Tudor TU-1 deployant) Do you have 22mm lug width straps that go down to 18mm and are less than 3.5mm thick?

Thanks in advance,

Neil
1. Tim Vaux
  
  October 8, 2018 at 12:03 pm
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  Hi Neil,
  
  If you could send us an email, one of the team will get back to you with some suggestions.
  
  Thanks!
R.B

October 18, 2018 at 1:54 pm
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Hi, I'm looking for a replacement strap for my Tissot PRC 200 Tour De France Quartz (T0554171705701). Which size do I need? Thanks!
1. Tim Vaux
  
  October 18, 2018 at 2:48 pm
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  Hi,
  
  Thanks for reaching out.
  
  Please send us an email to support@watchgecko.com and we will be happy to provide you with some suggestions for you.
  
  Many thanks,
  
  Tim
Michael Rose

December 2, 2018 at 3:05 pm
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Hi ,
I've recently purchased a Samsung galaxy 46mm with 22mm strap is the butterfly solid 3 link oval compatible and would I require rounded end links kit ?
Kind regards,
Mike
1. Tim Vaux
  
  December 6, 2018 at 8:06 am
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  Hi Michael,
  
  I believe our solid 3 link would fit with the straight links, however feel free to contact our customer support for further advice.
  
  Email: support@watchgecko.com
  
  Tim
Robert McDermott

December 7, 2018 at 11:47 am
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Hi Tim, I have a Panerai GMT, 24 mm lug, but don’t seem to be able to get a rubber strap for it to fit my large wrist.
What could you offer with a 190/45 length.

Many thanks

Rob
1. Tim Vaux
  
  December 18, 2018 at 9:17 am
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  Hi Robert.
  
  Many thanks for your question.
  
  Unfortunately we don't offer a strap in these sizes, however, you may find a bespoke strap maker will help.
  
  Tim
Robert McDermott

December 7, 2018 at 11:50 am
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Hi Tim, I have a Panerai GMT, 24 mm lug, but don’t seem to be able to get a rubber strap for it to fit my large wrist.
What could you offer with a 145/90 length.

Many thanks

Rob
1. Tim Vaux
  
  December 11, 2018 at 3:34 pm
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  Hi Robert,
  
  Unfortunately, we don't offer a rubber strap in that size and we do not offer a custom strap option.
  
  Regards,
  
  Tim
Janet Miles

January 4, 2019 at 2:40 am
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Please offer pros & cons of mesh watch straps
Jeong

February 24, 2019 at 5:59 am
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Hi. The lug width of my orient star is at 21mm and 23mm and I am keen on your mesh strap. Can I get a 22mm and 24mm or do you recommend 20mm and 22mm?
1. Tim Vaux
  
  March 1, 2019 at 11:41 am
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  Hi Jeong,
  
  Please contact our customer support team who will be happy to assist further.
  
  Thanks!
Laine T

April 5, 2019 at 4:11 pm
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Hello T.V.,
My husband has these vanilla scented rubber watch bands that I love. I’m hoping you can recommend a vanilla scented rubber strap for my stainless steel 40mm Apple Watch 4 that’s not too bulky. I bought one, “made in Germany”, thin enough for my wrist. However the deployment buckle clasp it came with just seems a little larger than the 20 mm band and the sweet rubber smell dissipated within a few days.I have to buy a separate adapter to make it work. Hoping you can help. Thanks!
1. Tim Vaux
  
  April 12, 2019 at 7:48 am
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  Hi,
  
  We haven't experienced the following strap on the Apple Watch, but it is a thinner rubber strap so may suit you and the watch better:
  
  https://www.watchgecko.com/bonetto-cinturini-270-watch-strap.php
  
  Feel free to reach out to our customer service team if you have any more questions!
  
  Tim
Adam Boyd

April 18, 2019 at 1:00 pm
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Recently purchased the flightmaster - the lug width is 21mm would a 22mm Nato strap be okay do you reckon? Not a fan of the metal strap!
1. Tim Vaux
  
  April 24, 2019 at 9:59 am
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  Hi Adam,
  
  You should be able to squeeze a 22mm NATO on yes!
  
  Thanks,
  
  Tim