TAG Heuer · Carrera

Strap for Carrera Automatic Stainless Steel / Silver / Bracelet

Takes 21 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.

Lug width21 mm
Case diameter39 mm
ReferenceWBN2111.FC6505
FamilyCarrera
MovementTAG Heuer caliber Calibre 5 Hours, Minutes, Seconds | Date
CaseStainless Steel

Spring bar

Swiss Standard universal spring bars

The right category for this model · 316L steel, all lug widths 13–26 mm

Straps for the Carrera WBN2111.FC6505

Selected for the 21 mm lug width · workshop selection

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The Carrera WBN2111.FC6505, seen from the bench

The TAG Heuer Carrera WBN2111.FC6505 is a 39 mm stainless steel sports watch featuring a Calibre 5 quartz movement with high precision (±10/+20 seconds per month). The model offers a clean dial with hour, minute, second, and date functions, maintaining the essential aesthetic of the Carrera lineage since 1963. The 21 mm lug width provides optimal visual proportion on the 39 mm case and ensures specific strap compatibility. Water resistance reaches 100 metres for recreational aquatic activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug width of the TAG Heuer Carrera WBN2111.FC6505?

The TAG Heuer Carrera WBN2111.FC6505 has a lug width of 21 mm. This measurement is essential when selecting a compatible strap: measure the distance between the two lugs (the pins protruding from the case) using a digital calliper for maximum precision.

What is the best strap for the TAG Heuer Carrera WBN2111.FC6505?

The choice depends on your intended use: for elegance, we recommend first-grade alligator in black or brown with vegetable tanning; for sportiness, thick grain calf leather or a rubber strap with satin-finish steel deployant. Shell cordovan offers unparalleled colour depth but requires greater maintenance care.

How do I change the strap on the Carrera WBN2111.FC6505?

Use a spring bar tool by inserting the small fork between the case and strap. Press downward to compress the spring inside the pin, then extract the pin from the case. Repeat on the other side, then install the new strap by reversing the procedure.

Can I use an aftermarket strap on the TAG Heuer Carrera WBN2111.FC6505?

Yes, any strap with a 21 mm lug width is compatible. Verify that the width is exactly 21 mm and that the pins or attachments are standard. Milanostraps offers 21 mm leather straps customisable in leather type, colour, and stitching thread, ready for shipment.

How long does a leather strap last on a watch like the Carrera?

A premium quality leather strap typically lasts 3–5 years with daily use, depending on humidity, sun exposure, and maintenance frequency. Shell cordovan can last 6–8 years; alligator 4–6 years; common calf 2–3 years. Vegetable tanning ensures a patina that ages elegantly without degradation.

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