Nomos Glashütte · Tangente
Strap for Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS
The Tangente Taiwan Sky takes 18 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.
Lug width
What I'm asked about the Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS
What strap size does the Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS take?
The Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS needs 18 mm between the lugs, usually 16 mm at the buckle. It's the size I've been fitting on it for years.
Can the strap on the Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS be changed?
Yes. It has spring bars between the lugs: with the right tool the strap comes off in a minute. If you'd rather not risk a scratch, I do it in the workshop.
Can I put a leather strap on the Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS?
Yes, in 18 mm leather. On a 35 mm case a calf strap works every day; if you want something more, alligator.
Which strap do you recommend for the Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS?
A 18 mm calf strap, for every day. You'll find it ready in the 18 mm collection. If you'd rather have something built on your wrist, the Casati atelier.
Straps for the Tangente 139.TS
Selected for the 18 mm lug width · workshop selection
Hammered calfskin strap in cuoio€98
Hammered Calfskin Strap Light Blue€98
Hammered Calfskin Strap Light Blue€98
Military Green Single Pass Strap — Hammered Calf€80
Matte Blue Alligator Strap€195
The Tangente 139.TS, seen from the bench
Frequently asked questions
What is the best strap for the Nomos Glashütte Tangente 139.TS?
The ideal strap depends on use: for classical elegance choose vegetable-tanned alligator in black or brown, for daily versatility a vintage English calf, for practicality a NATO in grey or navy blue, for sports functionality a structured FKM rubber. Each material enhances the Bauhaus rigour of the Tangente.
Which aftermarket straps are compatible with the Nomos Tangente 139.TS?
All straps with an 18mm lug width are compatible with the Tangente 139.TS. At milanostraps.it the collection includes full-grain leather, alligator, English calf, ballistic NATO, and FKM rubber, all verified for this specific dimension and the minimalist Nomos aesthetic.
How long does a leather strap last on a Nomos Tangente 139.TS?
A quality leather strap (alligator or vegetable-tanned calf) typically lasts 3–5 years with regular use, developing a natural patina that enhances aesthetic value. Longevity depends on ambient humidity, sun exposure, and frequency of wear. A ballistic NATO strap resists 5–7 years. FKM rubber maintains elasticity for 4–6 years.
The next step
The right strap isn't chosen. It is built, together.
From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.
Request an appointment →Casati Milano · Via XX Settembre 15, Milan · by appointment only
The atelier's website: casatimilano.com
