Straps for Speedmaster Racing, can you fit 22mm??

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TommyC88

·Oct 15, 2021

Hi all,

I have a Speedmaster Racing 44.25 incoming and keen to order some leather and nato straps but I'm finding the 21mm lug width challenging.

I'm pretty sure 22mm natos will fit fine but anyone have experience to share especially if possible to fit 22mm leather straps it would be much appreciated ??

Looking at monstraps and hirsch currently.

Thanks in advance!

 

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Pazzo

·Oct 15, 2021

https://www.watch-band-center.com/watchstrap-s430h425-Watch-straps-21mm.html

 

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TommyC88

·Oct 15, 2021

Pazzo

https://www.watch-band-center.com/watchstrap-s430h425-Watch-straps-21mm.html

Thanks, this looks a great site for options.

But should have clarified, question is because I've found some very cool strap options but which only come in 22 not 21, hence asking people advise re. fitting. Thanks

 

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Scarecrow Boat

·Oct 15, 2021

Yes, you can fit a 22mm strap into a 21mm lug width. I have a number of 20mm straps that I have used on my 19mm lug gap, which is a pain to shop for.

 

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Pazzo

·Oct 15, 2021

The link I provided is for 21mm straps in black, brown etc.
I'm sure other members will chime in with other options.

 

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Donn Chambers

·Oct 16, 2021

Depends on the strap, but generally, yes. Leather will be easiest, rubber the most difficult (if not impossible). With that said, there are more and more 21mm straps available.

you can also have one custom made. I’ve had Genteel Handmade (https://www.genteel-handmade.com/) make several 21mm straps for me and they are very high quality. Rios1931 also make a lot of 21mm straps.